How often should a meat slicer be cleaned and sanitized?

At the end of each day, the slicer should be cleaned and sanitized. This process should take about 15-20 minutes.

1. Turn off the power to the slicer and unplug it.

2. Remove the meat from the slicer and discard it.

3. Remove the blade guard and wash it in hot soapy water.

4. Wash the slicer with hot soapy water and a clean cloth.

5. Dry the slicer with a clean cloth.

6. Sanitize the slicer with a food-grade sanitizer.

7. Allow the slicer to air dry completely before using it again.

Weekly Deep Cleaning

Once a week, the slicer should be deep cleaned. This process should take about 1 hour.

1. Follow the steps for daily cleaning.

2. Remove the slicing blade from the slicer.

3. Wash the slicing blade in hot soapy water and a soft cloth.

4. Dry the slicing blade with a clean cloth.

5. Lubricate the slicing blade with a food-grade oil.

6. Reinstall the slicing blade in the slicer.

7. Follow the steps for daily cleaning.

Additional Cleaning Tips

* Clean the slicer more frequently if it is used heavily.

* Use a mild detergent when cleaning the slicer.

* Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasives when cleaning the slicer.

* Always rinse the slicer thoroughly with clean water after cleaning it.

* Sanitize the slicer with a food-grade sanitizer that is approved for use on meat slicers.