Commercial Kitchen Equipment That Need Extra Attention

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4 Pieces of Commercial Kitchen Equipment That Need Extra Attention

May 28, 2021

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Filled with heat, steam, noise, and speed, commercial kitchens can be extremely busy and fast-paced. With so much high-powered equipment in one space, it’s not always easy to keep everything running as it should. Burners can get caked with oil, hoods can stop working properly, and refrigerators can leak ice-cold air. If you’re unsure where to start with commercial kitchen maintenance, we have a quick guide for you. By prioritizing these key pieces, you’ll make sure the most important components of your commercial kitchen will work for years.

1. The Commercial Ventilation Hood

Cleaning and maintaining the ventilation hood in your commercial kitchen can have a cumulative effect on the longevity of your other kitchen equipment. If grease builds up in the hood, water vapor and condensation won’t be properly vented, leading to increased heat, humidity, and aerosolized grease in your commercial kitchen. To prevent this, schedule a quarterly hood cleaning with a reputable local commercial kitchen equipment service and repair company. During this quarterly visit, the service technician can also assess the health of your ventilation system and complete any repairs if needed.

2. The Commercial Kitchen Range

A large range is the workhorse of any commercial kitchen. Since it’s so essential for food preparation, it needs to be kept in top-of-the-line shape for peak performance. Daily cleaning of grates and range surfaces is the best way to ensure longevity for your machine. This daily routine, combined with planned maintenance visits, will give you the best chance of keeping the range functioning properly. The range is also one of the most expensive pieces of equipment in a commercial kitchen, making it a top priority when it comes to maintenance. Without a functioning range, a kitchen can be shut down for days, risking a substantial loss of revenue. Don’t forget about the griddles and grills used on the range. These need to be cleaned regularly, wiped down daily, and the grease filters and traps should be checked and cleaned on a weekly basis.

3. Commercial Refrigerators and Freezers

Commercial kitchen cooling units such as fridges and freezers require regular maintenance and attention over time. If a commercial refrigerator isn’t keeping food cold, there’s a host of issues that could go wrong in that scenario. From a safety perspective, keeping perishable foods cold is an essential component of food storage and preparation. Commercial refrigerators and freezers must be fully operational to prevent customers from getting sick or health code violations. Having a low-performing refrigerator or freezer can also cost you as much as thousands in energy bills. Planned maintenance can help your refrigerator or freezer stay as energy-efficient as when you first purchased it. You can give your fridge the attention it needs by having an authorized service agent assess and address the equipment regularly. Your service technician should check refrigerant levels, replace door gaskets, clean coils, calibrate thermostats, and clear drain lines to keep your equipment running smoothly.

4. Commercial Deep Fryers

Fryers require a lot of attention because they’re at risk of oil buildup, which can cause grease fires as well as indoor air pollution. To keep your fryer running safely, you must change the oil in your commercial deep fryer once every two weeks if used occasionally. You will need to filter and change the oil more frequently if you use your deep fryer daily. If there is a more burnt smell to the oil or if food is coming out a little darker than usual, these are two signs that you may be overdue for an oil change. Remember to filter your oil regularly, ideally using a commercial oil filter. When it comes to deep fryers, cleaning is everything. All components of the fryer should be cleaned daily to prevent oil buildup. Deep cleaning should be done every three to six months, and it should be inspected once a year by an authorized service repair technician.

Does Your Commercial Equipment Need Some Attention?

It can be tough to keep track of all the regular maintenance your commercial kitchen needs. To help you stay on track, we offer planned maintenance visits so that you can proactively protect your commercial kitchen equipment. ATECH is committed to repairing and maintaining your equipment quickly, efficiently, and effectively. To help you keep a regular schedule for servicing your commercial kitchen equipment, reach out to us for a planned maintenance visit today.

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