3717-1-04.5(J) Equipment, utensils, and linens: cleaning of equipment and utensils

Rinsing procedures. Washed utensils and equipment are to be rinsed so that abrasives are removed and cleaning chemicals are removed or diluted through the use of water or a detergent-sanitizer solution by using one of the following procedures:

(1)

Use of a distinct, separate water rinse after washing and before sanitizing if using:

(a)

A three-compartment sink;

(b)

Alternative manual warewashing equipment equivalent to a three-compartment sink as specified in paragraph (B)(3) of rule 3717-1-04.2 of the Administrative Code; or

(c)

A three-step washing, rinsing, and sanitizing procedure in a warewashing system for CIP equipment.

(2)

Use of a detergent-sanitizer as specified under paragraph (O) of rule 3717-1-04.4 of the Administrative Code if using:

(a)

Alternative warewashing equipment as specified in paragraph (B)(3) of rule 3717-1-04.2 of the Administrative Code that is approved for use with a detergent-sanitizer; or

(b)

A warewashing system for CIP equipment.

(3)

Use of a nondistinct water rinse that is integrated in the hot water sanitization immersion step of a two-compartment sink operation;

(4)

If using a warewashing machine that does not recycle the sanitizing solution as specified under paragraph (J)(5) of this rule, or alternative manual warewashing equipment such as sprayers, use of a nondistinct water rinse that is:

(a)

Integrated in the application of the sanitizing solution; and

(b)

Wasted immediately after each application; or

(5)

If using a warewashing machine that recycles the sanitizing solution for use in the next wash cycle, use of a nondistinct water rinse that is integrated in the application of the sanitizing solution.