In today’s global food culture, the aesthetic appeal of food – cooked or raw - is crucial to persuade people to buy more. Hence, a refrigerated deli case is an investment every business owner in the food-service industry makes to increase sales. But, as with every investment also comes certain risks. In this case, the risk of your deli refrigerator breaking down can potentially cost you a significant loss of revenue, in addition to thousands of dollars in repairs or worse, replacing the equipment.
Fortunately, such incidents can be avoided to a great extent by maintaining the equipment in good shape. A well-kept deli case refrigerator will demand lesser repairs and last you a good many years. So, keep this checklist by Marc Refrigeration handy to get the best out of your deli cases.
Regular Cleaning. Well-maintained equipment will serve your business longer than an overused, neglected one. Hence, it is vital to thoroughly clean out any splatters from the counters, doors, etc.
Avoid Overstuffing. With a deep clean, it’s also worth mentioning not to fill the deli refrigerator to the brim. No matter how big a case you have, remember its main purpose – display items, not storage. So, avoiding overloading the case will not only save on energy but will also be less likely to break down.
Check for Leaks. Keep an eye out for any signs of malfunctions. For example, puddles of water inside or outside the unit could be caused by a leak in the drainage. All seals must be inspected professionally monthly to ensure zero leakings from any pipes or doors too.
Temperature Settings. Follow the equipment’s user manual to maintain stable temperature settings ideal for the contents of your refrigerator. A lower temperature setting may cause overload on the machinery. Also, take note of the defrost settings too. Defrost as per the recommended schedule as doing it frequently is not good for the life of your deli refrigerator.
Placement Matters. Where you decide to put your deli case is a personal decision. You can choose according to the space allowed or the floor plan of your store. Just remember not to put your refrigerator in a corner with no room for ventilation. You can risk breaking down the compressor if the fans are obstructed. So be careful with the place setting.
Lastly, every piece of machinery can last you long if maintained well. So, care for your refrigerated deli cases well and they will serve you for years to come.
