Just as warmer weather and rising humidity can affect mood and clothing decisions, it can also impact the performance and appearance of walk-in coolers or freezers. That’s why spring is the perfect time to assess equipment for potential problems and carry out maintenance practices to ensure optimal operation during the long, hot months of summer.
Failing coolers or freezers can result in massive financial losses. However, Ben Franklin once quoted, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” and there’s no better time than spring to perform a preventative checkup.
Spring Check-Up Checklist
- Check for Undesired Condensation:
As spring temperatures get warmer, the air will hold more moisture and dew point temperatures will increase. As moist air enters a walk-in and is chilled, condensation or frost can appear. This typically occurs on strip curtains, or, if no strip curtains are present, snow or frost may build up and accumulate on product, walls, doors, and racks.- Examine strip or air curtains to ensure all air blocking parts are working properly.
- All vinyl strips should be in place and sealing to one another
- Torn or damaged strips must be replaced
- The strip curtain should be properly sized for the door.
- Air curtain vanes should be adjusted to ensure properly positioned.
- Examine strip or air curtains to ensure all air blocking parts are working properly.
- Discover Moisture Access Points:
- To check that door seals and gaskets are properly sealing, enter the walk-in, close the door, and turn off the unit’s lights. Replace seals and gaskets that allow light to seep in.
- Moist air can enter beneath door sweeps if improperly set. Use a screwdriver to accurately adjust door sweeps as necessary—they should be raised or lowered to ensure proper contact with the threshold
While mitigating losses after a failure demonstrates skill, preventing losses in the first place demonstrates intelligence and business acumen. Prevent expensive breakdowns and extend valuable equipment life—prepare for the dog days of summer with a thorough inspection of walk-in coolers and freezers.
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