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USICERINKS.COM MAY.JUNE.2017 / 33 • Does the glass sit flush on the cap rail? • Are the stanchions or seamless dividers flush between panes of glass? • What is the condition of the flooring and benches? • Do the toilets, sinks and showerheads work? • Do the scorekeeper box amenities work? Area of Focus: Building Exterior, Entryways and Parking Lot • Are the parking lots free of potholes? Are the curbs intact? Are the handicap access ramps in good shape? • Are parking space lines visible? Are fire lanes, no-parking and handicap parking signs clearly visible? • Do the parking lot lights work and illuminate fully? • Are the sidewalks level and free of cracks and pitting? • Is the facility sign in good condition? • Are the landscaping and grassy areas in good condition? Area of Focus: Ice Resurfacer, Ice Resurfacer Room, Refrigeration Room Ice Resurfacer (IR) If your facility is seasonal you will have valuable downtime to evaluate and service the IR(s). Now is the time to fix the non- emergency nuances that you have noticed during the busy season. If your operations are year-round, this work still needs to be conducted to ensure the equipment is operational for another season. • Items that can be done in-house. • Inspect maintenance logs from the season and identify problems or items that have been noted. • Check the starter battery and replace if it is 3-5 years old. • Inspect the overall condition of the machine and components: • IR body • Conditioner and related components • Tires (studs) • Engine and related components • Hydraulic hoses and related components • Battery (Battery Powered IR's) • Dump tank (interior and lifting components) • Take an inventory of spare parts (see sidebar on "things that should be on your shelf"). Area of Focus: IR Room The room that is used to house the IR is very important and it deserves attention at least once a year to make sure conditions and equipment are maintained. Inspect the walls of the room. Could it use another coat of paint? Check for any areas that could produce mold. If mold is found anywhere in the IR room, have it removed by a professional company. Inspect the Keep your refrigeration room clutter-free and don't turn it into a storage room.

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