Installation Sheet

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Suggestions for the Care and Cleaning

of your Elkay Stainless Steel Sink

RECOMMENDED CLEANSERS

Elkay has tested general household cleansers to measure their effec-

tiveness in cleaning stainless steel sinks. The most aggressive

cleansers consist of Bar Keeper’s Friend, Zud and Lawrence Right

Work. Other cleansers, which are still effective, but less aggressive

include Ajax, Comet, Shiny Sinks Plus, Luneta, Soft Scrub, Mr. Clean,

Maas and Flitz. For everyday cleaning we recommend using Elkay’s

Stainless Butler Stainless Steel Cle

er + Polisher. The non-abrasive

formula is safe and effective for day to day cleaning. So to help main-

tain the beautiful finish of your stainless steel sink, use one of the

cleansers that Elkay recommends.

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 th

e surface of the sink.

• Do…Clean the sink once a week, being sure to rub i

n the direction

of the satin finish grain lines, using an Elkay recommended cleanser.

• Do…Use an Elkay bottom grid or rinsing basket to “protect” the

finish. Bottom grids and rinsing baskets can remain in the sink and

will not cause rusting or pitting.

• 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 h

ousehold 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 bleac

h 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 a steel wool pad to clean your sink. If a more abra-

sive product is needed, use a green Scotc

h Brite pad being sure to

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 a

nd will give the appearance that the sink itself is rusting.

• Do Not…Use rubber mats or dishpans in the sink. Leaving rubber

mats or dishpans in the sink can lead to surface rust or possible

pitting. However, if you insist on using mats or dishpans, plea

remove them after each use and rinse thoroughly.

• 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 soap, detergents, bleaches and

cleansers; chlorides can be aggressive to stainless steel. However,

chlorides are very water sol

uble. Therefore, THOROUGH RINSING of

your sink after each use to remove any chloride residue and a weekly

cleaning is all that is required to keep your sink looking bright and

shiny.

SCRATCHES

Like many metallic surfaces, your stainless steel sink will scratch.

These are merely usage scratches and over time will blend into the

overall finish of your sink with proper cleaning.

KNIVES

Your sink is designed to serve as many things but not as a cutting

board or chopping block. This type of use will lead to deep scratches

in the sink finish and will dull your knives. Elkay does offer various

cutting boards which will provide an additional work area.

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 w

ater, a white film

may develop on the sin

k. 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 recommended cleanser.

FOODS

Heavy salt concentration or foods containing high levels of salt should

not

be allowed to dry on the sink surface. Rinse your sink thoroughly

after use.

Installation Instructions

ELKAY

2222 Camden Court

Oak Brook, IL 60523

Printed in USA

elkay.com

(Rev A 6/14) 1000002045

ELKAY LIMITED LIFETIME SINK WARRANTY

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 a manufacturing defect for a lifetime of normal residential use.

Product replacement does not include transportation cost or labor installa-

tion cost. This warranty covers only stainless steel self-rimming drop-in sinks

installed in a conventional countertop surface an

d stainless steel under-

mount 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,

he applicable warranty at that time will be in effect. Our warranty does not

cover product failure or damage caused by the use of optional Elkay acces-

sories, abusive treatment, misuse, environmental factors, normal wear

including dents and scratches, improper care and cleaning, use of aggres-

sive and abrasive cleaners, damage due to handling or failure to follow the

recommended procedures for installation, care and maintenance as detailed

in the installation and ca

re guide provided with every sink. This warranty is

extended only to the original consumer purchaser of the product. This war-

ranty does not cover shipping costs, labor costs

, or any other charges for

such items as installation or replacement of the sink, diagnosis or replace-

ment of any faucet or component part, or any other expense or loss.

All incidental or consequential damages are specifically excluded. N

additional warranties, express or implied are given, inclu

ding but n

limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a pa

ticular purpose.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or cons

quential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so th

above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have oth

rights which vary from state to state.

TO OBTAIN SERVICE UNDER WARRANTY

1. Write to

: Elkay Ma

nufacturing Company

Attention: Consumer Services

2222 Camden Court

Oak Brook, IL 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 na

ture of defect

d. Model number or description of model and/or component part if

possible.