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B&C Technologies SI Series Installation And Operation Manual

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    Washer-extractor si series installation and operation manual 9-sep-2013 revision 2.20

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    Contents 1 model identification 1 2 important instructions 3 2.1 before attempting repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2.2 parts ordering information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2.2.1 nameplate location . . . . . . . ....

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    5.2.6 inverter drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 5.2.7 machinery misuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 5.3 dimensional clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 5.4 mach...

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    6.4.5 partial program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 6.4.6 displaying the current program and step . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 6.4.7 soak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 6.4.8 advance ...

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    Chapter 1 model identification information contained in this manual is for the following machines: si-110 si-135 si-200 si-275 si-300 refer to the si product family chart on page 2 for details about the configuration and build of a particular machine. The product family chart ”‘decodes”’ the model i...

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    Figure 1.1: si product family 2.

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    Chapter 2 important instructions 2.1 before attempting repairs moving parts can cause serious injury or death. Before attempting repairs, follow proper shut- down procedures and remove power before commencement of service. Safety is of primary concern with any maintenance or repair operation. If you...

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    Is available to answer any questions you may have about the operation and servicing of your machine. Please call with any questions or concerns about the operation of your machine. 2.2 parts ordering information if you require literature or spare parts, please contact your local distributor. If a lo...

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    2.3 key symbols anyone operating or servicing this machine must follow the safety rules in this manual. Partic- ular attention must be paid to the danger, warning, and caution blocks which appear throughout the manual and shown in figures 2.2 on page 5. Figure 2.2: key symbols 2.4 safety information...

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    Code, article 250-96. Elsewhere, the equipment should be grounded in accordance with ansi/nfpa 70, or the canadian electrical code, csa c22.1. The ground connection must be to a proven earth ground, not to conduit or water pipes. 2.5 installation and operational safety instructions 1. Read all instr...

  • Page 11: Chapter 3

    Chapter 3 introduction the si line is the industrial freestanding washer-extractor series of machines from b&c technolo- gies. It is an open pocket washer-extractor with a large door opening for easy and quick loading and unloading. It has been developed for the institutional and industrial market, ...

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    3.1 customer service for technical assistance: in the united states phone: (850)-249-2222 fax: (850) 249-2226 e-mail: techsupport@bandctech.Com web: www.Bandctech.Com 3.2 replacement parts in the event that literature or replacement parts are required, contact the local distributor of the equipment,...

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    The lifters are perforated on the top so that water can cascade over the goods and wet them quickly. This reduces water consumption as water is picked up at the cylinders lowest point and lifted and splashed over the goods at the highest point as the cylinder rotates. A stainless steel door is provi...

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    Chapter 4 general specifications 10

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    Figure 4.1: si series general specifications 11.

  • Page 16: Chapter 5

    Chapter 5 installation 5.1 receiving inspection upon receipt of the equipment, visually inspect for shipping damage and note any damage with the carrier before signing the shipping receipt, or advise the carrier of the damage as soon as it is noted. If damage is discovered, a written claim must be f...

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    Before servicing any equipment, make certain it is disconnected from the electrical power source. Never allow operation of the machine when any safety device is malfunctioning. Never bypass safety devices. Never insert hands or objects into basket until it has completely stopped. Doing so could resu...

  • Page 18: 5.2.2

    Never operate the machine with a bypassed or disconnected out-of-balance switch. Operating the machine with severe out-of-balance loads could result in personal injury and serious equipment damage. Do not place volatile or flammable fluids in any machine. Do not clean the ma- chine with volatile or ...

  • Page 19: 5.2.4

    Replace all panels that are removed to perform service and maintenance pro- cedures. Do not operate the machine with missing guards or with broken or missing parts. Do not bypass any safety devices. 5.2.4 machine location 1. Foundation. The concrete floor must be of sufficient strength and thickness...

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    Always disconnect power and water supplies before a service technician performs any service procedure. Where applicable, steam and/or compressed air supplies should also be disconnected before service is performed. 5.2.6 inverter drive machines equipped with ac drives require special attention with ...

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    5.3 dimensional clearances when installing the washer-extractor, it is important to allow adequate clearance on all sides of the machine. When multiple machines are installed, it is important to allow for the specified minimum clearances between machines. Figures 5.1 and 5.1 show recommended minimum...

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    For a successful installation, a smooth level surface, so that the entire base of the machine is sup- ported and rests on the mounting surface, is absolutely requried. Note: do not support the machine on only four points. Note: freestanding washer-extractors do not require anchoring bolts unless spe...

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    Figure 5.2: typical machinery anchor installation 4. Remove the spacers carefully, allowing the machine to settle into the wet grout. 5. Attached the mounting bolt washers and lock nuts to the anchor bolts after the grout has hardened. Tighten the lock nuts by even increments-one after the other-unt...

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    Figure 5.3: typical machinery transportation bracket location conjunction with a sump pump should be used when gravity drainage is not possible, such as in below-ground-level installations. Before any deviation from specified installation procedures is attempted, the customer or installer should con...

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    Figure 5.4: drain system information this machine must be installed, adjusted, and serviced by a qualified electrical maintenance personnel familiar with the construction and operation of this type of machinery. They must also be familiar with the potential hazards involved. If this warning is not o...

  • Page 26: 5.8

    Never touch terminals or components of the ac drive unless power is discon- nected and the ”‘charge”’ indicator led is off. The ac drive retains potential deadly voltage for some time after the power is disconnected. There are no user- serviceable parts inside the ac drive. Tampering with the drive ...

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    Particles out of the solenoid valves. Hang the hoses in a large loop. Do not allow the hoses to kink. The water connections to the machine should be supplied by a hot and cold water line of least the sizes shown in table 5.4 on page 23. Refer to table 5.5 and 5.6 on page 23 for details on individual...

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    Never touch internal or external steam pipes, connections, or components. These surfaces can be extremely hot and will cause severe burns. The steam must be turned off and the pipe, connections, and components allowed to cool before the pipe can be touched. Table 5.7: steam service consumption data ...

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    5.10 compressed air connection best performance will be realized if air is provided at a pressure of 80-100psi (5.4-6.7 bar). Si series machines will experience door seal and drain failure if compressed air service is interrupted. Ensure the provided air is filtered and dry. Wet and/or dirty air wil...

  • Page 30: 5.11.1

    Figure 5.6: external chemical supply connection detail 5.11.1 chemical connection the supply compartment on the b&c si models is located on the left front side of the machine. Supply cups can be accessed by opening the dispenser lid. The supply cups can be removed and filled as desired. Supply compa...

  • Page 31: 5.11.2

    Figure 5.7: si series external chemical injection points attempting to obtain power from the machine terminals may damage the ma- chine circuit and/or the chemical injection system. Consult the chemical injec- tion supply system instructions for operational details. 5.11.2 chemical signal connection...

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    Figure 5.8: external chemical supply terminal block detail inserted and tightened. • connect hydraulic rams • temporarily install chute up switch to operated the chute • apply electrical and air to machine • operate the chute, using the maintenance switch to make sure the safety locks properly en- g...

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    Figure 5.9: loading chute installation 29.

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    Figure 5.10: loading chute up switch installation 30

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    1. Check the proper supply for such characteristics as correct voltage, phase, and cycles to be certain they are correct for the machine. 2. Open manual shut-off water valves to the machine. 3. Press emergency stop button. 4. Apply power to the machine. 5. Release the emergency button. 6. Check the ...

  • Page 36: Chapter 6

    Chapter 6 operation 6.1 door lock operation the lock system uses a combination pushbutton / locking bar style mechanism which differenti- ates it from any other door lock in the industry. This design was developed as a result of analyzing the shortcomings of other door lock mechanisms on the market....

  • Page 37: 6.1.3

    6.1.3 periodic maintenance • the door should be tested every day for safe operation by trying to start a program with the door open. If the machine will begin operation in this state it should immediately be removed from service, locked out, and a qualified service technician called to repair it. • ...

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    Table 6.1: proper load sizing dry weight capacity model capacity si-110 110 lb 50 kg si-135 135 lb 61 kg si-200 200 lb 91 kg si-275 275 lb 125 kg si-300 300 lb 136 kg figure 6.1: chute pendant control 34.

  • Page 39: 6.4

    • home position - machine is level, chute is in the up position and door is closed (this is the starting position for any operator function). • chute enable - tells the machine to lower the chute when load switch is selected • chute disable - chute will stay locked in the up position when load/unloa...

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    Figure 6.2: chute maintenance switch 36.

  • Page 41: 6.4.1

    Prwh1 execut.? Press start to execute the program, or reset to return to program selection. While the program is executing, the display shows the current segment of the program, and the ending condition of the segment. See the following examples: 6.4.1 end step condition: level if the end requiremen...

  • Page 42: 6.4.5

    Single cycle then quickly to: prewash=? Now, using the inc and dec keys, you may choose the cycle you wish to run (prewash, wash, rinse, spin, unroll). When you have selected the cycle type, press enter and select the cycle number. Confirm by pressing enter. The display changes to: prwh1 execut.? Pr...

  • Page 43: 6.4.9

    6.4.9 halting a program at any time during the execution of the wash program, the running program can be terminated by pressing the stop key. 6.4.10 water level refresh while a program is running, if the water level drops to a level which is 3cm below the target level, cold water will automatically ...

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    Temperatures, fills, drains, and levels dont meet programmed values. In the event of a program fault, the buzzer sounds and the display changes to show the fault: level fault indicates a problem with the level sensing system. This could be a loose or cracked water level tube, the level sensor, or th...

  • Page 45: 6.4.15

    Open door indicates the door is not closed properly. This fault disables the machine until cleared, and aborts a program if active. Press reset to clear the fault. Level=cm4 indicates a water level of greater than 2cm a the onset of spin or at cycle end. The machine will resume the spin or unlock th...

  • Page 46: Chapter 7

    Chapter 7 maintenance routine maintenance maximizes operating efficiency and minimizes downtime. The maintenance procedures described below will prolong the life of the machine and help prevent accidents. Daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly checklist are provided at the end of this section. Lamina...

  • Page 47: 7.1.2

    (b) close the door without locking it and attempt to start the machine. The machine should not start with the door open. (c) close and lock the door and start a cycle. Attempt to open the door while the cycle is in progress. The door should not open. If manual latch is moved out of position the mach...

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    1. Each month or after every 200 hours of operation, lubricate bearing and seals. See instruc- tions on the machine. (a) use a premium grade lithium complex grease. Never mix two types of grease. (b) pump the grease gun slowly, permitting only the following number of strokes: (c) each bearing grease...

  • Page 49: 7.4

    The adjustement screw located on the inboard side of the pump. See figure 7.3 on page 46. The hydraulic should fluid be changed every 2 years using hydraulic fluid type, hl, hm or hv type and viscosity grade 22(vg22). To change the fluid disconnect the two hydraulic hoses, the two din connectors, an...

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    Figure 7.2: hydraulic pump detail for models with loading chute option figure 7.3: hydraulic pump adjustment 46.

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    Figure 7.4: belt tensioning and alignment table 7.1: belt tensioning table belt tension chart machine model deflection force applied inch mm lbs kg. Si-110 0.25 6.4 2.2 1 si-135 0.26 6.6 3.4 1.5 si-200 0.24 6.1 3 1.4 si-275 0.51 13 7.8 3.5 si-300 0.51 13 7.8 3.5 47.

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    Figure 7.5: using a belt tensioning tester 2. Tighten anchor bolts, if necessary. 3. Check all painted surfaces for bare metal (matching paint is available from the manufacturer.) (a) if bare metal is showing, paint with primer or solvent-based paint. (b) if rust appears, remove it with sand paper o...

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    Figure 7.6: steam trap service 1. Ordinary deposits if dirt and grease can be removed with detergent and water. The metal should be thoroughly rinsed and dried after washing. Periodic cleaning will help to maintain the bright surface appearance and prevent corrosion. 2. Contact with dissimilar metal...

  • Page 54: Chapter 8

    Chapter 8 service & parts 8.1 service service must be performed by a qualified trained technician, service agency, or gas supplier. If service is required, contact the distributor from whom the equipment was purchased. If the dis- tributor cannot be contacted or is unknown, contact b&c technologies ...

  • Page 55: Chapter 9

    Chapter 9 decommisioning in the event that the machine must be decommissioned, follow these steps: 1. Clean interior of machine, both basket and shell. 2. Disconnect electrical power. (a) shut of main power supply at the breaker box or main control panel. (b) do not attempt to disconnect power suppl...