NAC446.355. Dishwashing machines: Use of hot water.

Dishwashing machines using hot water for sanitizing may be used if the water used for washing and the water used for rinsing is kept clean and is maintained at not less than the following temperatures:

1. Machines with a single tank, stationary rack and a dual washing temperature:
Temperature for washing....................................................................	150°F (66°C)
Temperature for final rinse.................................................................	180°F (82°C)
2. Machines with a single tank, stationary rack and a single washing temperature:
Temperature for washing....................................................................	165°F (74°C)
Temperature for final rinse.................................................................	165°F (74°C)
3. Machines with a single tank and a conveyor:
Temperature for washing....................................................................	160°F (71°C)
Temperature for final rinse.................................................................	180°F (82°C)
4. Machines with multiple tanks and a conveyor:
Temperature for washing....................................................................	150°F (66°C)
Temperature for pumped rinse............................................................	160°F (71°C)
Temperature for final rinse.................................................................	180°F (82°C)
5. Machines used to wash pots, pans and utensils having a single tank and a stationary or moving rack:
Temperature for washing....................................................................	140°F (60°C)
Temperature for final rinse.................................................................	180°F (82°C)

     [Bd. of Health, Food Establishments Reg. Art. 5 § 5.4 subsec. 5.4.22, eff. 9-17-82]