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- Stock: In Stock
- Model: YLS42
- SKU: YLS42
The YLS42 is a wall-mounted hand wash sink with knee-operated water control for no-touch hygiene compliance. The unit features a 200 mm deep bowl, gooseneck faucet, and 304-grade stainless steel construction. Designed for kitchens where hand contact with taps creates cross-contamination risk.
Commercial Application
Knee control eliminates the need to touch tap handles with contaminated hands after handling raw protein or allergens. Operators trigger water flow by pressing the knee paddle, maintaining separation between hand washing and valve operation. The system meets hygiene protocols in HACCP-compliant facilities.
Used at entry points to prep zones, post-handling stations, and between raw and ready-to-eat processing areas. The 200 mm bowl depth accommodates forearm washing without splash-back. Installation requires wall fixing at standard working height with knee paddle positioned 390 mm from floor.
Key Operational Advantages
- Knee-operated valve—no hand contact with controls during wash cycle
- 304 stainless steel bowl and top—non-porous surface resists bacterial colonisation
- 200 mm bowl depth—contains water during forearm scrubbing
- Gooseneck faucet included—high clearance for elbow-length washing
- 430 mm width—compact footprint for tight prep corridors
- 6 kg unit weight—single-person wall installation
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | YLS42 |
| Certification | Meets commercial kitchen hygiene and safety standards applicable to CE (UK & EU), NSF (USA) and CSA (Canada) requirements. |
| Weight | 6.0 kg (13.2 lbs) |
Construction & Build Quality
Bowl and top fabricated from 304-grade stainless steel with welded seams for fluid containment. Knee paddle mechanism connects to brass valve body via linkage rod. Gooseneck faucet supplied as standard fitting.
- 304 stainless steel bowl—austenitic grade with 8% nickel content
- Welded construction—no riveted joints in wetted areas
- Brass valve internals—corrosion-resistant actuation components
- Wall-mount bracket included—distributed load across four fixing points
Suitable Operations
- Commercial kitchens
- Hotel prep areas
- Restaurant kitchens
- Catering production facilities
- Food processing operations
Procurement & Support
TurcoBazaar supplies the YLS42 from UK stock to commercial kitchens worldwide. Units ship to Europe, North America, Middle East, and Africa with door-to-door freight coordination. Lead time is 1–3 working days for UK and European orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the bowl 304 or 430 stainless steel grade?
A: Both bowl and top are fabricated from 304 stainless steel. The 304 grade contains 8% nickel for superior corrosion resistance in wet environments. This is the standard austenitic grade for food-contact surfaces.
Q: What is the maximum hand washing frequency per hour?
A: The knee valve is rated for continuous operation during service hours. No cycle limit applies. The brass valve body is designed for high-frequency actuation in busy prep kitchens.
Q: Can the unit be mounted at custom height?
A: Wall bracket design permits installation at any height. Standard positioning places the bowl rim 900–1000 mm from floor with knee paddle at 390 mm. Adjust to suit operator ergonomics or wheelchair access requirements.
Q: Does the sink include a splash-back panel?
A: No integral splash-back is fitted. The gooseneck faucet directs water vertically into the bowl centre to minimise wall spray. A separate tile or stainless panel can be mounted if required by local code.
Q: What plumbing connections are required for installation?
A: Cold water supply connects via standard 1/2" BSP compression fitting to the valve inlet. Waste outlet is 1 1/4" diameter with P-trap connection. Hot water not required for hand washing under UK hygiene guidance.