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Use and Care Hints
Stainless Steel Finish
Regular cleaning is important to maintain the appearance of your
Elkay sink.
Easy Cleaning Instructions
Rinsing is the most important part of sink care. An Elkay stainless
steel sink finish will retain its original bright appearance if the sink is
rinsed thoroughly after each use. "Thorough" rinsing can be done by
running the water throughout the sink for a few minutes after each
use. Typically, a rinse and towel dry after each use takes care of most
everyday clean ups.
Recommendations for Proper Maintenance
• Do...Use only a mild liquid dishwashing detergent with a soft sponge
to clean and then thoroughly rinse the sink.
• Do...Rinse thoroughly after each use. "Thorough" rinsing can be
done by running the water throughout the sink for a few minutes and
rubbing the cleaned area with a sponge.
• Do...Towel dry after each use to prevent mineral deposits from build-
ing up on the surface of the sink.
• Do...Use an Elkay bottom grid or rinsing basket to protect your sink.
• Do Not...Allow liquid 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 solutions of chlorine bleach and water in the sink.
Chlorides, which are found in most soaps, detergents, bleaches,
and cleansers are very aggressive to stainless steel. If left on the
sink too long they can cause surface pitting.
• Do Not...Use dish mats as these can trap soap and dirt making sink
maintenance more time-consuming.
• Do Not...Use a steel wool pad to clean your sink. 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.
• Do Not...Use abrasive cleansers or abrasive pads as it will scratch
the surface.
• Do Not...Leave wet sponges, cloths, or cleaning pads on the sink.
This can lead to surface rust.
Following these recommendations for the care and cleaning of your
stainless steel sink will insure that it will provide you with many years
of service.
Chlorides
Today, chlorides are found in most all soaps, detergents, bleaches
and cleansers; chlorides can be oppressive to stainless steel.
However, chlorides are very water soluble. Therefore, THOROUGH
RINSING of your sink after each use to remove any chloride residue
and a weekly scouring is all that is required to keep your sink looking
bright and shiny.
Elkay warrants to the original purchaser of an Elkay stainless steel sink, that
Elkay will, at its option, replace or repair, without charge, such product if it fails
due to manufacturing defect for a lifetime of normal residential use. Product re-
placement does not include transportation cost or labor installation costs. This
warranty covers only stainless steel self-rimming drop-in sink installed in a con-
ventional countertop surface and stainless steel undermount sinks installed in
a conventional solid surface countertop and applies to residential installations
only. Elkay reserves the right to examine product in question and its installation
prior to replacement.
WASTE FITTINGS AND ACCESSORIES ARE NOT WARRANTED
OTHER WARRANTY CONDITIONS ON SINKS
This warranty applies to sinks purchased after March 1st 2001 as shown on the
purchaser's dated receipt. For sinks purchased prior to March 1st 2001, the ap-
plicable warranty at that time will be in effect. Our warranty does not cover prod-
uct failure or damage caused by abusive treatment, misuse, environmental
factors, normal wear including dents and scratches, improper care and clean-
ing, use of aggressive and abrasive cleaners, damage due to handling or fail-
ure to follow recommended procedures for installation, care and maintenance
as detailed in the installation and care guide provided with every sink. This war-
ranty is extended only to the original consumer purchaser of the product. This
warranty does not cover shipping costs, labor costs, or any other charges for
such items as installation or replacement of the sink, diagnosis or replacement
of any faucet or component part, or any other expense or loss.
Elkay
2222 Camden Court
Oak Brook, IL 60523
ELKAY LIMITED LIFETIME SINK WARRANTY
©2014 Elkay
elkay.com
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-softened water, a white film
may develop on the sink. To combat these problems, we suggest that
the sink be towel dried after use.
Discoloration, Rust and Possible Pitting
Wet sponges, cloths, cleaning pads and rubber mats left on the sink
can lead to discoloration. Steel wool pads should never be used to
clean your sink as they leave small iron particles in the grain lines
which rust and can damage the sink. Continued usage in this matter
may eventually lead to the sink itself rusting and pitting.
Liquid Soap
Do not allow concentrated liquid detergent to dry on your sink. Most
brands contain chemical additives which will affect the original finish.
Spotting
The quality of your water can affect your sink's appearance. In areas
with hard water, a brown surface stain can form on the sink giving
the appearance of rust. This phenomena also occurs in water with
high iron content. Additionally, in areas with a high concentration of
minerals, or with over-softened water, a white film may develop on the
sink. To combat these problems, we suggest that the sink be towel
dried after use.
Foods
Heavy salt concentration or foods containing high levels of salt should
not be allowed to dry onto the sink surface. Rinse your sink thoroughly
after use.
Glass Top
Clean the glass top with a glass cleaner to keep it in the best
condition.
For stubborn stains, cover with a piece of paper towel soaked in
vinegar and let stand overnight.
Specialist hardware shops also stock reliable lime scale removers or
vinegar based cleaner. Some stains can't be removed by the methods
described above. In these cases we would recommend using a non-
abrasive liquid or cream bathroom cleaner.
Recommendations for Proper Maintenance
• Do Not...Use scouring liquid or scouring powder.
• Do Not...Use highly concentrated drain cleaners.
• Do Not...Use scouring pads, they will scratch the glass surface.
• Do Not...Use heavy sharp objects when cleaning the glass, they will
scratch the surface.
• Do Not...Rest pots, pans, etc. on glass top when scrubbing or
scouring. The back and forth action will damage the glass surface.
All incidental or consequential damages are specifically excluded. No ad-
ditional warranties, express or implied are given, including but not lim-
ited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequen-
tial damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
TO OBTAIN SERVICE UNDER WARRANTY
1. Write to:
Elkay Manufacturing Company
Attention: Consumer Services
2222 Camden Court
Oak Brook, Illinois 60523
2. Include a letter containing the following information:
a. Date of Purchase and installation
b. Proof of Purchase (copy of original dated invoice)
c. Description of nature of defect
d. Model number or description of model and/or
component part if possible.
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