Wisconsin Administrative Code
Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
ATCP 55-89 - Food, Lodging, and Recreation Safety
Chapter ATCP 75 - Retail Food Establishments
Appendix - Wisconsin Food Code
Chapter 4 - Equipment, Utensils, and Linens
Part 4-5 - MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION
Subpart 4-501 - Equipment
Section 4-501.110 - Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Wash Solution Temperature

Universal Citation: WI Admin Code § 4-501.110

Current through February 24, 2025

(A) The temperature of the wash solution in spray type warewashers that use hot water to SANITIZE may not be less than:

(1) For a stationary rack, single temperature machine, 74°C (165°F); Pf

(2) For a stationary rack, dual temperature machine, 66°C (150°F); Pf

(3) For a single tank, conveyor, dual temperature machine, 71°C (160°F); Pf or

(4) For a multi-tank, conveyor, multi-temperature machine, 66°C (150°F). Pf

(B) The temperature of the wash solution in spray-type warewashers that use chemicals to SANITIZE may not be less than 49°C (120°F). Pf

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