Installation Instructions

Elkay
2222 Camden Court
Oak Brook, IL 60523
©2012 Elkay
Printed in U.S.A.
elkayusa.com
(Rev C. 10/12) 74180726
Elkay warrants commercial sink and faucet products to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 5 years from the date of
purchase. This warranty does not cover transportation or installation charges. Contact Elkay customer service (630-572-3192) for complete details
and conditions
.
ELKAY COMMERCIAL SINKS AND FAUCETS LIMITED WARRANTY
Suggestions for the Care and Cleaning of Sinks
made with CuVerro
®
Antimicrobial Copper
ELKAY SATIN FINISH
Elkay's original highlighted satin finish is produced by an abrasive
grinding operation which lends a uniform pattern of satin finish lines
to the metal surface. All exposed areas then undergo a series of
progressive machine and hand polishing ope
rations. It is this careful
polishing that makes an Elkay satin luster finish so beautiful…and so
easy to clean and maintain.
PROPER CARE AND USE
The use of CuVerro antimicrobial copper does not replace standard
infection control procedures and good hygienic practices. Surface
must be cleaned and sanitized according to standard practice. Health
care facilities must maintain antimicrobial copper surfaces
in accor-
dance with infection control guidelines; users must continue to follow
all current infection control practices, including those practices related
to disinfection of environmental surfaces. Surface may be subject to
recontamination and the level of active bacteria at any particular time
will depend on the frequency and timing of recontamination and clean-
liness of the surface (among other fact
ors).
In order for the surface to have proper antimicrobial effect, the
product must be cleaned and maintained according to the directions
included in this label. THIS PRODUCT MUST NOT BE WAXED,
PAINTED, LACQUERED, VARNISHED, OR OTHERWISE COATED.
Routine cleaning to remove dirt and filth is necessary for good sani-
tation and to assure the effective antibacterial performance of this
copper surface. Cle
aning agents typically used for traditional health-
care surfaces are permissible; the appropriate cleaning agent depends
on the type of soiling and the measure of sanitization required. Normal
tarnishing or wear of this product will not impair the antimicrobial
effectiveness of the product. This product can not be used for any
direct food contact.
Purchaser is aware and informed that the Elkay sink b
eing purchased
is made up of a copper-nickel alloy. Some literature reports that
some persons may have allergic reactions when exposed to nickel-
containing substances. Purchaser should insure that reasonable pre-
cautions are taken in this regard. Elkay and purchaser agree that
should a claim or litigation arise wherein a person is seeking damages
due to an alleged allergic reaction to these substa
nces, that pur-
chaser will indemnify, defend and hold harmless Elkay for any dam-
ages and the costs of litigation for any such claim.
CLEANING
Any uncoated copper alloy surface is a “living” finish. The surface has
been selected for healthcare applications because of its resistance to
corrosion and tarnishing.
Brushed surfaces reduce fingerprinting. Normal daily cleaning will
remove fingerprints. Howeve
r, if surfaces are not cleaned for a long
time, or stains develop, there are several citric acid based water soluble
cleaners available, such as Wright’s
®
Copper Cream. See
www.cuverro.com for additional information.
RECOMMENDATIONS
FOR PROPER MAINTENANCE
• Do…Rinse thoroughly after each use. “Thorough” rinsing can be
done by running water for a few minutes and rubbing the cleaned
area with a clean sponge.
• Do…Towel dry after each use to prevent mineral deposits from
building up on the surface of the sink.
• Do…Clean the surface to
regular hospital protocols (i.e. appropriate
disinfectants, frequency, etc.). Be sure to rub in the direction of the
satin finish grain lines. Antimicrobial copper alloys have been shown
to be an effective supplement to standard cleaning practices, but
are not intended to replace normal cleaning!
• Do…Use a cleaner that will not leave a wax film or coating on the
surface, so that cleaning will not interf
ere with the antimicrobial
action of the surface.
• Do Not…Rub the sink across the satin finish lines. Scouring across
the satin finish lines can damage the original sink finish.
• Do Not…Allow soap or other household cleansers to dry on the
surface of the sink. Most brands contain chemical additives which
will affect the original finish.
• Do Not…Use a steel wool pad to clean your sink. If a more abra-
sive
product is needed, use a green Scotch Brite pad being sure to
• Do Not…Use with ammonia. Cleaners, caulks, and sealants con-
taining ammonia may affect the finish.
rub in the direction of the satin finish grain lines. Steel wool pads
have a tendency to break apart and small particles of steel can
become embedded in the surface of the sink. The steel particles will
rust and will give the appearance that the sink itself is rusting.
SCRATCHES
Like many metallic surfaces, your antimicrobial copper sink will
scratch. These are merely usage scratches and over time will blend
into the overall finish of your sink with proper cleaning.
WATER QUALITY
The quality of your water can affect your sink’s appearance. If your
water has a high iron content, a brown surface stain can form on the
sink giving the appearance of rust. Additionally, in areas with a high
concentration of minerals, or with over-soften
ed water, a white film
may develop on the sink. To combat these problems, we suggest that
the sink be towel dried after use, and again, on a weekly basis, the
sink should be cleaned using a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.
Installation Instructions