Supplemental heaters in the wash vat can boost the temperature of cleaning solutions during washing, but keep them working. Generally, adequate temperature is more critical than the precise minutes of contact time of cleaning solutions. Concentration Always use the recommended amounts of the better quality cleaners and sanitizers. Don't try to save money on bargain-priced cleaning chemicals. Carefully measure the amounts of water and cleaners you use.
Hard water can reduce the effectiveness of dairy cleaning chemicals.
Most package labels will specify the amounts to use per quantity of water, according to the grains of water hardness. Chlorine detergents and sanitizers can lose their strength when stored in warm, moist areas. Keep all containers of alkaline cleaners and sanitizer concentrates tightly closed. Store them in a cool, dry room. For pipelines, air injectors are essential for proper CIP cleaning.