MetroTrux Bulk Trux with Doors Instruction Manual

MetroTrux Bulk Trux with Doors

Product Information

The MetroTruxTM is a versatile cart designed for various purposes, including transporting and organizing items. It is made of LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene) for durability and easy cleaning. The cart comes in different configurations, such as bulk truck with or without doors, and convertible true for laundry.

Product Usage Instructions

Cleaning Instructions

1. For lightly soiled surfaces:
   • Use a soft cloth with a mild detergent and water solution.
   • Rinse thoroughly after cleaning and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
2. For heavily soiled surfaces:
   • Use a soft brush and an emulsion-based cleaner.
   • Ensure that the cleaner is recommended for use on plastics, stainless steel, and zinc-plated surfaces.
   • Rinse thoroughly after cleaning and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
   • Avoid using abrasive cleaners, scouring powders, cleansers, stiff brushes, or steel wool.

Disinfecting and Sterilizing Surfaces

Refer to the chart below for a list of commonly used disinfecting and sterilizing products that are acceptable for use on the MetroTruxTM. If you are unsure about the use of an unlisted product, please consult your Metro representative.

CLEANING/DISINFECTING INSTRUCTIONS (Manual Cleaning & Disinfecting)

For cleaning lightly soiled surfaces

• Use a soft cloth with a mild detergent and water solution.
• After cleaning, rinse thoroughly, and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.

For cleaning heavily soiled surfaces

• Use a soft brush and an emulsion-based cleaner. If possible, always ensure that the cleaner is recommended for use on plastics, stainless steel, and zinc-plated surfaces, and be sure to follow any special instructions from the detergent manufacturer. After cleaning, rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
• The use of abrasive cleaners i.e. scouring powders and cleansers, as well as stiff brushes and/or steel wool soap pads, is NOT recommended.

For disinfecting and/or sterilizing surfaces

Refer to the chart below for a listing of commonly used disinfecting and sterilizing products that are acceptable and unacceptable for use. The list of products is by no means complete and if you are unsure about the use of an unlisted product, please consult your Metro representative for more information.

DISINFECTANT

|

GROUP

|

CART BODY (LDPE)

|

CASTER & HARDWARE (Zinc Plated Steel)

| STAINLESS STEEL SHELVES, HINGES & HARDWARE

---|---|---|---|---
Ammonia (aqueous)| Alkaline Compound| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
Amphyl| Phenol| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
Bleach (10%)

| Halogen| Acceptable| Unacceptable| Acceptable
Clidox-S| Halogen| Acceptable| Unacceptable| Acceptable
Conquer II| Quaternary Ammonium| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
Formula 409 Fantastik (Anti-Bacterial)|

Surfactant

|

Acceptable

|

Acceptable

|

Acceptable

FSD-4| Quaternary Ammonium| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
Hydrogen Peroxide| Organic Compound| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
Isopropyl Alcohol| 2-Propanal| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
LpH se| Phenol| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
LpH st| Phenol| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
Micro-Quat| Quaternary Ammonium| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
Spartec| Quaternary Ammonium| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
Spra-Temp| Quaternary Ammonium| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
Spor-Klenz| Peracetic Acid| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
Vesphene II SE| Phenol| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
Vesphene II st| Phenol| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
Virex-256| Quaternary Ammonium| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable
Virkon-S| Potassium Salt| Acceptable| Acceptable| Acceptable

• Acceptable ratings for listed disinfectants are based on ambient use temperature not exceeding 72° F. (22°C.), using the proper dilution ratios, and not exceeding the minimum exposure times recommended by the manufacturer.
• The frequency of cleaning for MetroTrux Linen Carts is to be determined by the end user and/or to meet compliance with applicable cleaning guidelines or standards for the facility.

RECOMMENDED CART WASHING GUIDELINES

1. The Cart Wash Chamber must be non-pressurized.
2. Water temperatures and hot air drying up to 180°F (82°C.) are allowed with an exposure period not to exceed 30 minutes.
3. Alkaline-based cart wash detergents containing sodium hydroxide and/or potassium hydroxide are acceptable provided the detergent concentration does not exceed the manufacturer’s recommendation.
4. Enzymatic cart wash detergents are acceptable provided the cart wash detergent concentration does not exceed the manufacturer’s recommendation.
5. Neutral ph cart wash detergents are acceptable provided the cart wash detergent concentration does not exceed the manufacturer’s recommendation.
6. Phosphoric acid-based cart wash detergents are acceptable provided the cart wash detergent does not exceed the manufacturer’s recommendations.

CASTER MAINTENANCE

• Regularly inspect this product.
• Tighten loose fasteners and replace worn or damaged parts with new InterMetro-approved parts. For mobile units, regularly inspect casters and replace worn or damaged casters
  immediately; lubricate casters regularly (if equipped with grease fittings).

IDENTIFY YOUR CABINET

caution

• When latching and unlatching the front door and top lid, be cautious of large moving parts and pinch points. REFER TO USER GUIDE FOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSerial

TYPICAL CONFIGURATIONS

• A. Standard Storage Configuration – Offers three levels of storage. Typically used for the storage of clean linens.
• B. Bulk Storage Configuration – With both shelves in their vertical position, a large storage area is created to contain bulky items. Typically used for the collection of soiled linens.
• C. Bin and Shelf Combination – With the lower shelf in the vertical position a smaller bin storage area is created with shelf storage above.

TO CONVERT SHELVES TO VERTICAL

• A. Lift the rear of the lower shelf out of slots
• B. Slide shelf forward
• C. Rotate the rear of the shelf downward
• D. Lower shelf

CONVERT SHELVES DURING BULK UNLOADING

• As contents are removed, shelves may be converted to allow easier access to lower contents. As contents approach the bottom of the upper shelf, the upper shelf may be lifted straight up and swung back to its horizontal position.

• As contents reach the bottom of the lower shelf, the lower shelf may be lifted and swung outward and up to hook onto the upper shelf, creating an access area below for easier unloading of remaining items.

REPLACEMENT PART KITS

ITEM #

| REPLACEMENT PART NO| KIT DESCRIPTION
---|---|---
A| RPTXCSTR-SW6| 6″ Swivel Caster Assembly with Hardware and Plate Roulette
B| RPTXCSTR-RG6| 6″ Rigid Caster Assembly with Hardware and Plate
C| RPTXLID| Lid with Hinges, HASP and Hardware

D| RPTXDOOR| Door with Hinges, HASP and Hardware
E| RPTXSHELF-SS| Stainless Steel Shelf, Hook, Tube, and Hardware
F| RPTXRTGCLIP| Routing/Paper Clip with Hardware

G| RPTXPDOLLY| Polymer Dolly without Casters and Hardware

REPLACEMENT PARTS DIAGRAM

SHELVES INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS FOR PAINT

NOTICE: Use KRYLON FUSION PAINT in the field to paint the facility name, location, department, etc on the cart body.

Process

• Use Krylon Fusion for Plastics paint following the manufacturer’s painting instructions.
• For old plastic, wipe the surface down with ammonia-based cleaner following the cleaner manufacturer’s instructions.
• For new plastic, quickly wipe over the surface with mineral spirits following the solvent manufacturer’s instructions.

Save this document for future application, load rating, and/or safety reference.

© 2022 InterMetro Industries Corporation, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705 L01-588 REV E 11/22.www.metro.com.

References

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