Facilities, Cleaning & PestsQuestion 298 of 320
In the wash compartment of a three-compartment sink, what is the minimum detergent-water temperature the Food Code specifies?
a.75°F
b.At least 110°F
c.90°F
d.171°F
Explanation
The wash solution in a manual warewashing sink must be kept at least 110°F, hot enough for the detergent to cut grease and lift soil. Water that is too cool will not clean effectively, leaving residue that shields microbes from the sanitizer. The 171°F figure applies only to hot-water immersion sanitizing, not the wash step.
Law Reference: FDA Food Code §4-501.19Practice all 320 questions free — no signup required.
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