Galley equipment must be maintained in a safe, sanitary, and economical way. Enginemen maintain this equipment, and they frequently tram the food service personnel on how to properly operate the equipment. It is always a good practice to post operating instructions near the equipment. This will help to ensure that the operators do not abuse the machines. You may be called on to help inspect galley equipment. You can also help determine the type of maintenance and the extent of repairs required to keep the equipment safe and efficient. Remember, the medical department is responsible for conducting sanitary inspections. The supply department is responsible for keeping food-handling equipment clean. And, the engineering department is responsible for maintaining the operation of this equipment.

REFRIGERATORS (SELF-CONTAINED)

Galley refrigerators will not have any problems if the user will do the following:

- Allow proper clearance in the back of the refrigerator. The refrigerator must have a distance of at least 4 inches away from the bulkhead. Any obstruction will reduce the airflow required for an air-cooled condenser.

Do not overload the refrigerator.

Properly store foods with space for air circulation.

Follow the MRC for routine maintenance like defrosting and cleaning.

Do not use any sharp objects like knives or scrapers when defrosting the refrigerator. This is not an acceptable procedure for removing frost buildup on a refrigerator.

When repairing or overhauling a refrigerator, refer to the manufacturers manual. Refrigeration System, Chapter 516 of NSTM contains general procedures on how to maintain or repair a self-contained refrigerator. Follow all the necessary safety precautions when handling and disposing of a refrigerant!

Figure 7-4.An arrangement of steam-jacketed kettles.