Alliance Laundry Systems PHM1397C User Manual

Washer-Extractors

Pocket Hardmount Variable-Speed

PS40 Control

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Operation/Maintenance

PHM1397C

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PHM1397C

Part No. F8112201R1

December 2007

Table of

Contents

Safety Information.............................................................................. 2

Explanation of Safety Messages........................................................... 2

Important Safety Instructions ............................................................... 2

Safety Decals ........................................................................................ 4

Operator Safety..................................................................................... 5

Safe Operating Environment ................................................................ 5

Environmental Conditions ............................................................... 5

Machine Location ............................................................................ 6

Input and Output Services................................................................ 6

DirectDrive ...................................................................................... 7

Model Identification ............................................................................ 8

Introduction......................................................................................... 9

Nameplate Location.............................................................................. 9

Replacement Parts ................................................................................ 9

Customer Service.................................................................................. 9

Operation............................................................................................. 10

Machine Familiarization Guide ............................................................ 10

General Operation Instructions............................................................. 12

Operating PS40 Control........................................................................ 12

Maintenance ........................................................................................ 14

Removing Panels for Maintenance....................................................... 14

Removal of Lower Front Panel........................................................ 14

Removal of Top Panel ..................................................................... 14

Removal of Lower Rear Panel......................................................... 14

Daily ..................................................................................................... 15

Beginning of Day............................................................................. 15

End of Day ....................................................................................... 15

Weekly.................................................................................................. 15

Monthly................................................................................................. 16

Quarterly ............................................................................................... 18

Care of Stainless Steel .......................................................................... 19

Daily Preventive Maintenance Checklist.............................................. 20

Weekly Preventive Maintenance Checklist.......................................... 21

Monthly Preventive Maintenance Checklist......................................... 22

Quarterly Preventive Maintenance Checklist ....................................... 23

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Safety Information

Explanation of Safety Messages

Precautionary statements (“DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAUTION”), followed by specific instructions, are found in this manual and on machine decals. These precautions are intended for the personal safety of the operator, user, servicer, and those maintaining the machine.

DANGER

DANGER indicates the presence of a hazard that will cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage if the danger is ignored.

WARNING

WARNING indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage if the warning is ignored.

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death to persons when using your washer, follow these basic precautions:

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1. Read all instructions before using the washer.

2. Refer to the GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS in the INSTALLATION manual for the proper grounding of the washer.

3. Do not wash textiles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, kerosene, waxes, cooking oils, drycleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

4. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor personal injury or property damage if the caution is ignored.

Additional precautionary statements (“IMPORTANT” and “NOTE”) are followed by specific instructions.

IMPORTANT: The word “IMPORTANT” is used to inform the reader of specific procedures where minor machine damage will occur if the procedure is not followed.

NOTE: The word “NOTE” is used to communicate installation, operation, maintenance or servicing information that is important but not hazard related.

5. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a washing machine or combination washer-dryer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. The gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

6. Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children. This is a safety rule for all appliances.

7. Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the washing compartment.

8. Do not reach into the washer if the wash drum is moving.

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9. Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.

10. Do not tamper with the controls.

11. Do not repair or replace any part of the washer, or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions that the user understands and has the skills to carry out.

12. To reduce the risk of an electric shock or fire, DO NOT use an extension cord or an adapter to connect the washer to the electrical power source.

13. Use washer only for its intended purpose, washing textiles.

14. Never wash machine parts or automotive parts in the machine. This could result in serious damage to the basket.

15. ALWAYS disconnect the washer from electrical supply before attempting any service. Disconnect the power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.

16. Install the washer according to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. All connections for water, drain, electrical power and grounding must comply with local codes and be made by licensed personnel when required.

17. To reduce the risk of fire, textiles which have traces of any flammable substances such as vegetable oil, cooking oil, machine oil, flammable chemicals, thinner, etc., or anything containing wax or chemicals such as in mops and cleaning cloths, must not be put into the washer. These flammable substances may cause the fabric to catch on fire by itself.

18. Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.

19. Keep washer in good condition. Bumping or dropping the washer can damage safety features. If this occurs, have washer checked by a qualified service person.

20. Be sure water connections have a shut-off valve and that fill hose connections are tight. CLOSE the shut-off valves at the end of each wash day.

21. Loading door MUST BE CLOSED any time the washer is to fill, tumble or spin. DO NOT bypass the loading door switch by permitting the washer to operate with the loading door open.

22. Always read and follow manufacturer’s instructions on packages of laundry and cleaning aids. Heed all warnings or precautions. To reduce the risk of poisoning or chemical burns, keep them out of the reach of children at all times (preferably in a locked cabinet).

23. Always follow the fabric care instructions supplied by the textile manufacturer.

24. Never operate the washer with any guards and/or panels removed.

25. DO NOT operate the washer with missing or broken parts.

26. DO NOT bypass any safety devices.

27. Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this washer according to the manufacturer’s instructions may result in conditions which can produce bodily injury and/or property damage.

NOTE: The WARNINGS and IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating the washer.

Any problems or conditions not understood should be reported to the dealer, distributor, service agent or the manufacturer.

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Safety Information

WARNING

This machine must be installed, adjusted, and serviced by 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. Failure to observe this warning may result in personal injury and/or equipment damage, and may void the warranty.

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IMPORTANT: Ensure that the recommended clearances for inspection and maintenance are provided. Never allow the inspection and maintenance space to be blocked.

CAUTION

Install the machine on a level floor of sufficient strength. Failure to do so may result in conditions which can produce serious injury, death and/or property damage.

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CAUTION

Be careful around the open door, particularly when loading from a level below the door. Impact with door edges can cause personal injury.

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WARNING

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.

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Safety Decals

Safety decals appear at crucial locations on the machine. Failure to maintain legible safety decals could result in injury to the operator or service technician.

To provide personal safety and keep the machine in proper working order, follow all maintenance and safety procedures presented in this manual. If questions regarding safety arise, contact the manufacturer immediately.

Use manufacturer-authorized spare parts to avoid safety hazards.

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Safety Information

Operator Safety

WARNING

NEVER insert hands or objects into basket until it has completely stopped. Doing so could result in serious injury.

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To ensure the safety of machine operators, the following maintenance checks must be performed daily:

1. Prior to operating machine, verify that all warning signs are present and legible. Missing or illegible signs must be replaced immediately. Make certain that spares are available.

2. Check door interlock before starting operation of machine:

a. Attempt to start machine with door open.

Machine should not start with door open.

b. Close door without locking it and attempt to

start machine. Machine should not start with door unlocked.

c. Close and lock door and start a cycle. Attempt

to open door while cycle is in progress. Door should not open.

If door lock and interlock are not functioning properly, call a service technician.

3. Do not attempt to operate machine if any of the following conditions are present:

a. Door does not remain securely locked during

entire cycle.

b. Excessively high water level is evident.

c. Machine is not connected to a properly

grounded circuit.

Do not bypass any safety devices in machine.

Safe Operating Environment

Safe operation requires an appropriate operating environment for both the operator and the machine. If questions regarding safety arise, contact the manufacturer immediately.

Environmental Conditions

• Ambient Temperature. Water in machine will

freeze at temperatures of 32°F (0°C) or below.

Temperatures above 120°F (50°C) will result in more frequent motor overheating and, in some cases, malfunction or premature damage to solid state devices that are used in some models. Special cooling devices may be necessary.

Water pressure switches are affected by increases and decreases in temperature. Every 25°F (10°C) change in temperature will have a 1% effect on the water level.

• Humidity. Relative humidity above 90% may

cause machine’s electronics or motors to malfunction or may trip ground fault interrupter. Corrosion problems may occur on some metal components in machine.

If relative humidity is below 30%, belts and rubber hoses may eventually develop dry rot. This condition can result in hose leaks, which may cause safety hazards external to machine in conjunction with adjacent electrical equipment.

• Ventilation. The need for make-up air openings

for such laundry room accessories as dryers, ironers, water heaters, etc., must be evaluated periodically. Louvers, screens or other separating devices may reduce available air opening significantly.

• Radio Frequency Emissions. A filter is available

for machines in installations where floor space is shared with equipment sensitive to radio frequency emissions.

WARNING

Never operate the machine with a bypassed or disconnected balance system. Operating the machine with severe out-of-balance loads could result in personal injury and serious equipment damage.

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• Elevation. If machine is to be operated at

elevations of over 3280 feet (1000 m) above sea level, pay special attention to water levels and electronic settings (particularly temperature) or desired results may not be achieved.

• Chemicals. Keep stainless steel surfaces free of

chemical residues.

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Safety Information

DANGER

Do not place volatile or flammable fluids in any machine. Do not clean the machine with volatile or flammable fluids such as acetone, lacquer thinners, enamel reducers, carbon tetrachloride, gasoline, benzene, naptha, etc. Doing so could result in serious personal injury and/or damage to the machine.

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• Water Damage. Do not spray machine with

water. Short circuiting and serious damage may result. Repair immediately all seepage due to worn or damaged gaskets, etc.

Machine Location

• Foundation. The concrete floor must be of

sufficient strength and thickness to handle floor loads generated by high extract speeds of machine.

• Service/Maintenance Space. Provide sufficient

space to allow comfortable performance of service procedures and routine preventive maintenance.

Consult installation instructions for specific details.

CAUTION

Replace all panels that are removed to perform service and maintenance procedures. Do not operate the machine with missing guards or with broken or missing parts. Do not bypass any safety devices.

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Input and Output Services

• Wat er Pressure. Best performance will be

realized if water is provided at a pressure of 30 – 85 psi (2 – 5.7 bar). Although machine will function properly at lower pressure, increased fill times will occur. Water pressure higher than 100 psi (6.7 bar) may result in damage to machine plumbing. Component failure(s) and personal injury could result.

• Steam Heat (Optional) Pressure. Best

performance will be realized if steam is provided at a pressure of 30 – 80 psi (2 – 5.4 bar). Steam pressure higher than 125 psi (8.5 bar) may result in damage to steam components and may cause personal injury.

For machines equipped with optional steam heat, install piping in accordance with approved commercial steam practices. Failure to install supplied steam filter may void warranty.

• Drainage System. Provide drain lines or troughs

large enough to accommodate total number of gallons that could be released if all machines on site drained at same time from highest attainable level. If troughs are used, they should be covered to support light foot traffic.

• Powe r. For personal safety and for proper

operation, machine must be grounded in accordance with state and local codes. Ground connection must be to a proven earth ground, not to conduit or water pipes. Do not use fuses in place of circuit breaker. An easy-access cutoff switch should also be provided.

WARNING

Ensure that a ground wire from a proven earth ground is connected to the ground lug near the input power block on this machine. Without proper grounding, personal injury from electric shock could occur and machine malfunctions may be evident.

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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.

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