Steam Tunnel Semi-Annual Efficiency & Safety Checks
The biannual inspections of the steam tunnel is to secure its safety and efficiency.
23K Justice IL - Cintas
08/22/2024
Steam Tunnel Semi-Annual Efficiency & Safety Checks
The biannual inspections of the steam tunnel is to secure its safety and efficiency. Benefits of regular safety checks include detection in advance structural or functional problems that might jeopardize the security or functionality of the tunnel, avoidance of higher costs of repair and disruptions due to late interventions and better forecast of future degradations or problems that might arise in the structure.
*** LOTO Confirmation Statement - DO NOT EDIT/REMOVE ***
All hazardous energy has been isolated using LOTO procedures?
All potential stored or residual energy has been relieved, disconnected, restrained, lowered, and/or otherwise rendered safe?
Lock Out Tag Out
Food Safety Pre-Check
LOTO Performed
Clean Lint Screen Area
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Clean all areas of lint collection system. Check lint screen guides and seals.
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Check lint screen
Check lint screen for rips and tears. Replace lint screen if damaged. Inspect the lint screen for ‘clogging’, melted material, or build up
Pressure wash lint screen to remove all build-up if applicable.
If it can be cleaned adequately then no replacement necessary. If it cannot be cleaned adequately it must be replaced.
Clean Lint from Inside Tunnel (garment side)
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Clean lint from inside tunnel including floor, walls, ceiling, louvers, etc..
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Clean Lint from Inside Tunnel (burner side)
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Clean lint from inside tunnel including floor, walls, ceiling, louvers, etc..
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Clean Lint on Outside Tunnel
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Clean lint/residue from outside tunnel including top, sides, ends, etc..
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Check/Clean Combustion Blower and Filter
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Remove any accumulated lint. Inspect wheel and housing integrity. Clean pre filter if equipped and change as necessary.
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Check/Clean Burner and Combustion Air Manifold
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Remove any accumulated lint from Manifold and diffuser plate. Inspect burner and diffuser plate integrity.
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Vacuum out Control Panel
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*ENSURE ALL POWER IS OFF TO Tunnel*
Vacuum out any lint or debris from electrical control panel.
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Seals
Check to ensure all internal wall panels are sealed and no steam is escaping.
Food Safety Post-Check
Source: 23K Justice IL - Cintas (Community Member)