Food Safety

Answer: A - The cleaning solution in an automatic self-cleaning unit should be used at least once per day. The manufacturer’s instructions will indicate how to set this timer up so as not to interrupt service, as well as give clear guidelines about how often the solution should be used, if more than once per day. Some machines such as an automatic espresso maker and milk steaming machine can be set up to run a cleaning cycle after a certain number of drinks have been made. As these units contain and serve TCS foods, they must be cleaned every day unless the manufacturer indicates differently.