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means without the expressed written consent of the publisher.
Anyone operating or servicing this machine must
follow the safety rules in this manual. Particular
attention must be paid to the DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION blocks which appear
throughout the manual.
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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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The following warnings are general examples that
apply to this machine. Warnings specific to a
particular installation or maintenance procedure
will appear in the manual with the discussion of that
procedure.
Ensure that the machine is installed on a level
floor of sufficient strength and that the
recommended clearances for inspection and
maintenance are provided. Never allow the
inspection and maintenance space to be
blocked.
Key To Symbols
The lightning flash and arrowhead within the
triangle is a warning sign indicating the presence of
dangerous voltage.
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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.
This warning symbol indicates the presence of
possibly dangerous chemicals. Proper precautions
should be taken when handling corrosive or caustic
materials.
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The exclamation point within the triangle is a
warning sign indicating important instructions
concerning the machine and possibly dangerous
conditions.
This warning symbol indicates the presence of
potentially dangerous drive mechanisms within the
machine. Guards should always be in place when
This warning symbol indicates the presence of hot
surfaces that could cause serious burns. Stainless
steel and steam lines can become extremely hot and
should not be touched.
This warning symbol indicates the presence of
possibly dangerous pinch-points. Moving
mechanical parts can crush and/or sever body parts.
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 factory
immediately.
Use factory-authorized spare parts to avoid safety
hazards.
Operator Safety
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NEVER insert hands or objects into basket
until it has completely stopped. Doing so could
result in serious injury.
To ensure the safety of machine operators, the
following maintenance checks must be performed
daily:
1. Prior to operating the machine, verify that all
warning signs are present and legible. Missing
or illegible signs must be replaced immediately.
Make certain that spares are available.
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3. Do not attempt to operate the machine if any of
the following conditions are present:
a. The door does not remain securely locked
during the 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 the machine.
2. Check door interlock before starting operation
of the machine:
a. Attempt to start the machine with the door
open. The machine should not start with the
door open.
b. Close the door without locking it and
attempt to start the machine. The machine
should not start with the door unlocked.
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 the door lock and interlock are not
functioning properly, call a service technician.
Safe operation requires an appropriate operating
environment for both the operator and the machine.
If questions regarding safety arise, contact the
factory immediately.
Environmental Conditions
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Ambient Temperature. Water in the 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.
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Humidity. Relative humidity above 90% may
cause the machine’s electronics or motors to
malfunction or may trip the ground fault
interrupter. Corrosion problems may occur on
some metal components in the machine.
If the 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 the
machine in conjunction with adjacent electrical
equipment.
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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 the available air
opening significantly.
Safety
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Radio Frequency Emissions. A filter is
available for machines in installations where
floor space is shared with equipment sensitive
to radio frequency emissions.
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Elevation. If the machine is to be operated at
elevations of over 3,280 feet (1,000 meters)
above sea level, pay special attention to water
levels and electronic settings (particularly
temperature) or desired results may not be
achieved.
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Chemicals. Keep stainless steel surfaces free of
chemical residues.
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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 the machine with
water. Short circuiting and serious damage may
result. Repair immediately all seepage due to
worn or damaged gaskets, etc.
sufficient strength and thickness to handle the
floor loads generated by the high extract speeds
of the machine.
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Service/Maintenance Space. Provide sufficient
space to allow comfortable performance of
service procedures and routine preventive
maintenance.
This is especially important in connection with
machines equipped with an AC inverter drive.
Consult installation instructions for specific details.
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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.
Input and Output Services
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Water Pressure. Best performance will be
realized if water is provided at a pressure of
30 – 85 psi (2.0 – 5.7 bar). Although the
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.
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Steam Heat (Optional) Pressure. Best
performance will be realized if steam is
provided at a pressure of 30 – 80 psi (2.0 – 5.4
bar). Steam pressure higher than 125 psi (8.5
bar) may result in damage to steam components
and may cause personal injury.
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For machines equipped with optional steam
heat, install piping in accordance with approved
commercial steam practices. Failure to install
the supplied steam filter may void the warranty.
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Drainage System. Provide drain lines or
troughs large enough to accommodate the total
number of gallons that could be dumped if all
machines on the site drained at the same time
from the highest attainable level. If troughs are
used, they should be covered to support light
foot traffic.
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Power. For personal safety and for proper
operation, the machine must be grounded in
accordance with state and local codes. The
ground connection must be to a proven earth
ground, not to conduit or water pipes. Do not
use fuses in place of the circuit breaker. An
easy-access cutoff switch should also be
provided.
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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.
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.
Never use this machine for any purpose other than
washing fabric.
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Never wash petroleum-soaked rags in the
machine. This could result in an explosion.
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Never wash machine parts or automotive parts
in the machine. This could result in serious
damage to the basket.
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Never allow children to play on or around this
machine. Death or serious injury can result if
children become trapped in the machine. Do not
leave children unattended while the machine
door is open. These cautions apply to animals
as well.
This manual is designed as a guide to operating and
programming the cabinet hardmount washerextractor equipped with the S-Series
microcomputer control.
Keep the manuals, installation instructions, and the
wiring diagrams which accompany the machine in a
safe place for ready reference. They have been
included with the machine at no charge. Additional
copies are available at a nominal charge.
Note: Read this manual thoroughly before
attempting to operate the machine or program the
microcomputer.
Note: Do not use this manual in conjunction with
earlier model computer-controlled machines. Do
not use technical literature intended for earlier
models when operating this machine.
Customer Service
If literature or replacement parts are required,
contact the source from whom the machine was
purchased or contact Alliance Laundry Systems
LLC at (920) 748-3950 for the name and address of
the nearest authorized parts distributor.
For technical assistance, call any of the following
numbers:
(850) 718-1025
(850) 718-1026
Marianna, Florida
(920) 748-3121
Ripon, Wisconsin
A record of each machine is on file with the
manufacturer. Always provide the machine’s serial
number and model number when ordering parts or
when seeking technical assistance.
Machine Familiarization Guide
The machine familiarization guide in Figure 2
provides front and rear views of the washer-
Note: All information, illustrations, and
specifications contained in this manual are based on
the latest product information available at the time
of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at
any time without notice.
The design of the machine emphasizes performance
reliability and long service life. The cylinder, shell,
and main body panels are fabricated of stainless
steel.
The cylinder on 50-pound capacity machines and
smaller is supported with two sealed bearings
mounted in a machined cast iron trunnion bolted to
a heavy gamma frame.
On 80-pound capacity machines, the cylinder and
shaft assembly is supported by two flange roller
bearing assemblies. The bearing housings are bolted
to the frame.
The 2-speed machines use one dual-speed motor to
drive the cylinder via a V-belt drive in wash speed
and extract speed.
The 3-speed 18-pound capacity models use one
triple-speed motor, while all other 3-speed models
use one single-speed and one dual-speed motor to
drive the cylinder at wash speed, medium extract
speed, and high extract speed.
A door-lock system prevents opening of the
stainless steel door when water is in the machine. It
also prevents operation of the machine when the
door is open.
An electrically operated drain valve is used to retain
the water and wash solution in the machine during
the wash and rinse steps. The drain valve closes
when power is applied and opens when power is
removed, allowing the machine to drain in the event
of a power failure.
The cylinder is designed with lifters or ribs that lift
the garments from the wash solution when the
cylinder rotates at slow speed and allow the
garments to tumble back into the solution. The
cylinder is perforated, allowing the water to pass
through and drain from within during the wash
process and extract.
Electrical controls for the machine are housed in a
separate enclosure located underneath the top cover
of the machine.
The operator can select from among 30 cycles, 12
of which are preprogrammed at the factory. A
special permanent test cycle can be selected to
verify proper operation of the machine.
The polypropylene supply dispenser is located
under a flexible cover on the left side of the
machine, viewed from the front. The compartments
are numbered 1 – 3, starting from the left side of the
machine. A nozzle flushes dry supplies from the
compartment with water at the appropriate time in
the cycle.
Liquid supplies can be injected directly into the
dispenser compartments by a customer-supplied
external chemical supply system. Four hose barbs
on the rear of the machine facilitate connection to
an external chemical supply system. A terminal
strip in the input power junction box provides
control signals.
The S-computer control is a programmable solidstate control capable of storing and running up to 30
cycles. A detailed description of these cycles can be
found in the Programming section of this manual
under S-computer Standard OPL Cycles.
If this machine’s computer has been equipped with
special preprogrammed cycles, a separate insert
listing these cycles has been included in the
resealable plastic bag which contained this manual.
Note: Never turn the power off while the computer
mode switch is in the PROGRAM position. Such
action will disorder portions of the programmed
data, necessitating reprogramming of some or all of
the existing cycles. Always return the mode switch
to RUN position before turning the power off.
Keypad
KeyDescription
Up
Down
StartUsed to start a cycle.
StopUsed to stop a cycle.
Used in cycle selection; pressing this key
moves among cycles from smaller to greater.
Used in cycle selection; pressing this key
moves among cycles from greater to smaller.
LED Display
Keypad
Operation of the S-computer control is performed
with a 4-key touch keypad and LED display located
on the front of the machine. See Figure 3. The
following table describes the function of the
individual keys when the machine is in RUN mode.
Turn on the main power source (circuit breaker or
cut-off switch on the wall).
An identification code will appear for
approximately five seconds. Then the display will
flash “hold” for thirty seconds.
The display will then read “CY” followed by a twodigit cycle number (01 – 30) to indicate that a cycle
can be selected. This display will be shown at all
times that power is on between cycles, indicating
that the door-unlock solenoid will function if the
door-unlock button is pressed. The machine is then
ready for loading and unloading.
Opening Door
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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.
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When loading is complete, ensure that all fabric is
inside the basket. Then close and lock the door by
rotating the door handle counterclockwise until the
door handle pushbutton pops out. The machine
should not start or run unless the door is both closed
and locked.
Press and hold the door-unlock button on the left
side of the control panel. Press the round button on
the door handle and turn the door handle downward.
Loading
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Be careful around the open door, particularly
when loading from a level below the door.
Impact with door edges can cause personal
injury.
Load the machine to full capacity whenever
possible, but do not exceed the rated dry-weight
capacity of the machine if the fabric to be washed is
quite dense, closely woven, and heavily soiled.
Overloading can result in an inferior wash. The
operator may need to experiment to determine load
size based on fabric content, soil content, and level
of cleanliness required.
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Check the door safety interlock daily before the
machine is placed in operation.
Note: When washing items which may disintegrate,
such as mop heads or sponges, use laundry net bags
to prevent drain blockage.
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Partial loads are a waste of energy, water, and
chemicals, and cause greater machine wear than full
loads. Partial loads also increase the possibility of a
severe out-of-balance condition.
Both liquid and powder supplies may be added by
raising the flexible cover of the dispenser. Liquid
supplies may also be injected directly into the
supply dispenser by an external chemical supply
system.
Note: When a liquid supply is manually added to
the machine through supply compartments 1 or 2,
that liquid is immediately dispensed to the laundry
load. Therefore, when adding supplies such as
liquid detergent and bleach to the machine,
coordinate the addition of the supply with the
appropriate cycle segment. Add softener to
compartment 3 at the beginning of the cycle. The
machine automatically dispenses softener at the
appropriate time.
Cycle Selection
Note: Press keys at their centers just hard enough to
activate them.
Press the Up or Down key until the desired cycle
number is displayed. Press the Start key to start the
cycle. For a more detailed description of the
preprogrammed cycles, see the cycle charts at the
end of the Programming section.
Cycle Execution
A cycle can be stopped at any time by pressing the
Stop key. The machine will go to the stop routine.
When the routine is complete, the door may be
unlocked.
To display the temperature of the water while a
cycle is running, press the Up key. To display the
number of the cycle in progress, press the Start key.
Note: The display pauses the cycle time countdown
during the fill, heat, and drain steps.
Each of the 30 cycles consists of 8 segments:
Prewash, Wash, and Fills 1 – 6. A description of the
various steps in a cycle segment follows:
Fill
After the Start key is pressed, the door locks, the
drain closes, and the machine begins filling to the
programmed level; each programmed segment
begins with a fill. The display counts down the
remaining cycle time in minutes and seconds while
the cycle is running.
If a supply is programmed in a step, the supply
dispenser will flush during the fill of that segment.
If the computer detects that the door is not properly
closed when the Start key is pressed, the display
will read “door” until the door is closed and locked.
Press the Start key again to begin the desired cycle.
If the machine is connected to an external chemical
supply system, the programmed supply will begin
10 seconds into the fill. The supply will remain on
until the programmed water level is reached, or
until 60 seconds have elapsed, whichever happens
first.
If the computer does not receive a signal that water
level has been attained within 30 minutes, it will
alternately flash “STOP” and “FILL” and sound the
on-board beeper for ten seconds; it will then initiate
the stop routine.
Wash
Standard Wash
As soon as water level is reached (and any
programmed temperature is reached), the displayed
time begins counting down at one-second intervals.
All but three cycles use the standard wash agitation.
This agitation repeats for the first programmed time
duration in the prewash, wash, and fill segments.
Gentle Wash
Cycles 8, 16, and 24 use a gentle wash agitation in
place of the standard wash agitation. This agitation
repeats for the programmed segment time duration
in the prewash, wash, and fill segments.
The gentle wash agitation sequence:
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3 seconds counterclockwise at wash speed
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A 12-second pause
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3 seconds clockwise at wash speed
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A 12-second pause
Heat
If the segment contains a heat step, the machine
begins heating after the water has reached the
programmed level.
Note: If the water does not reach the programmed
temperature in 30 minutes, the computer progresses
to the wash step.
The standard wash agitation sequence:
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12 seconds counterclockwise at wash speed
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A 3-second pause
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12 seconds clockwise at wash speed
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A 3-second pause
Note: While a cycle is in progress, pressing and
holding the Start key will cause the current cycle
number to be displayed. Pressing and holding the
Up key while a cycle is running will display the
temperature inside the sump.
At the conclusion of a spin, the drain valve opens,
and the cylinder turns counterclockwise (forward)
at wash speed. This counterclockwise direction
mirrors the spin rotation direction and is, therefore,
considered forward.
Note: The machine should drain in 30 seconds. If
the machine fails to drain, contact a qualified
service technician.
When the water level falls below the low level, there
is a 15-second delay, during which the computer
continues to monitor water level. If a water level
input is sensed, the computer waits until both high
and low level inputs indicate the machine is empty.
Assuming the computer detects no water level
during the 15-second period, the drain sequence
concludes.
Stop Routine
When the programmed duration for the machine’s
final spin expires, the computer begins the stop
routine.
The stop routine sequence:
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All inputs are turned off.
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A 40-second coast-down (if stop routine is
preceded by a spin)
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12 seconds counterclockwise at wash speed (if
stop routine is not preceded by a spin)
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A 3-second pause (if stop routine is not
preceded by a spin)
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12 seconds clockwise at wash speed
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A 5-second pause
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The display shows “donE.”
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The door interlock is energized, allowing the
door to be opened
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Spin
After the drain sequence ends, the speed of the
cylinder increases to the extract speed if the
programmed spin time is not zero. The displayed
time resumes counting down at one-second
intervals.
After the programmed spin time has elapsed, the
computer moves on to the fill step in the next
segment of the cycle. If the spin is at the end of the
cycle, the computer begins the stop routine.
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NEVER insert hands or objects into basket
until it has completely stopped. Doing so could
result in serious injury.
Once “donE” is displayed, open the door by
pressing and holding the door unlock button as
described earlier. Once the door is opened, the
computer display will show the most recent cycle
number.
The machine is now ready to begin another wash
cycle.
The computer board is inside the control module.
Near the center of the board is a small toggle
switch: this is the RUN/PROGRAM mode switch.
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Dangerous voltages are present in the
electrical control box(es) and at the motor
terminals. Only qualified personnel familiar with
electrical test procedures, test equipment, and
safety precautions should attempt adjustments
and troubleshooting. Disconnect power from
the machine before removing the control box
cover, and before attempting any service
procedures.
The RUN/PROGRAM switch is normally in the up
(RUN mode) position. To enter PROGRAM mode,
flip the switch to the down position. The display
will now show the current temperature in the sump.
Since the keypad operates in a slightly different
fashion when in PROGRAM mode, pay careful
attention to the programming instructions provided
in this manual.
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Start – The Start key acts as an enter key in
program mode. Use this key to enter data and move
to the next function in the cycle.
Stop – The Stop key saves all data and terminates
the programming procedure. If it is the first key
pressed in PROGRAM mode, the computer enters
SETUP mode. The Stop key can be pressed again to
exit SETUP mode and return to PROGRAM mode.
Setup Mode
SETUP mode allows the selection of degrees
Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius for the temperature
display.
To enter SETUP mode, press the Stop key while the
display is showing the temperature in the sump.
Once in SETUP mode, use the Up or Down key to
change the selected option. Use the Start key to
accept the selected option, either “FAr” or “CEL.”
Press the Stop key to exit SETUP mode.
Key Functions In Programming Mode
Up – The Up key is used to increase cycle numbers
(1 through 30) and other numerical values such as
times or temperatures (when creating wash
formulas).
Down – The Down key is used to decrease cycle
numbers (1 through 30) and other numerical values
such as times or temperatures (when creating wash
formulas).
To display the current cycle count, press the Start
key while the display is showing the temperature in
the sump. The display will show a 2-digit number
indicating how many cycles have been run to
completion (cycles which were stopped in progress
are not counted). Press the Start key to return to
PROGRAM mode without resetting the count.
Press the Up or Down key to reset the count to zero
and return to PROGRAM mode.
Cycle Programming
To edit an existing cycle or create a new cycle, press
the Up key while the display is showing the
temperature in the sump. The display will show
“CY01.” Press the Up or Down key until the
desired cycle number is displayed. Press the Start
key to begin editing the selected cycle.
All cycle programs (“CY01” – “CY30”) can be
customized within a preset program structure. Each
cycle program consists of eight program segments.
See the table below.
Cycle Program Segments
SegmentDisplaySegmentDisplay
PrewashPrEFill 3FIL3
WashUASHFill 4FIL4
Fill 1FIL1Fill 5FIL5
Fill 2FIL2Fill 6FIL6
When modifying a cycle, a time must be entered for
each segment. To skip a segment or spin, set the
time to “00” and press the Start key. The following
table gives the time parameters for each segment
and spin, as well as the allowable temperature
range.
Time And Temperature Parameters
FunctionMinimumMaximum
Prewash2 minutes30 minutes
Wash2 minutes20 minutes
Fill 12 minutes15 minutes
Fill 22 minutes15 minutes
Fill 32 minutes15 minutes
Fill 42 minutes15 minutes
Fill 52 minutes15 minutes
Fill 6 2 minutes15 minutes
Intermediate Spin30 seconds120 seconds
Final Spin1 minute10 minutes
Temperature75°F (25°C)200°F (93°C)
Note: Spin times in cycle segments 1 – 8 are
entered in seconds (30 to 120), and time for final
spin in segment 11 is entered in minutes (1 to 10).
1. Press the Up key until the computer display
shows the segment to be edited. Press the Start
key.
2. Use the Up or Down key to select the desired
segment time. Set this value to zero to skip the
segment. Press the Start key.
Note: The computer does not count down the
remaining cycle time during fills, drains, or prior to
first achieving the programmed heat temperature
when heating. The computer resumes counting
down cycle time once the programmed fill level is
reached, when the machine has drained, and after a
programmed heat temperature is reached.
fill temperature. See the following table for fill
options.
Fill Temperature Options
DisplayFill Type
CFILCold fill
HFILHot fill
bFILWarm fill
4. Press the Start key.
5. Use the Up or Down key to select the desired
fill level. See the following table.
Water Level Options
DisplayFill Level
8. Press the Start key.
9. If the machine is equipped with an auxiliary
heating system, use the Up or Down key to
select the desired segment temperature. To
disable auxiliary heat for this segment, set this
value to zero.
Note: Do not program heat steps for machines not
equipped with auxiliary heat. The machine will
pause for 30 minutes during any step in which the
fill water temperature does not already equal or
exceed the programmed value of the heat step.
spin time. Set this value to zero to skip the spin
step. Press the Start key. The display will now
show the identifier for next program segment.
Note: An automatic 40-second coast-down follows
every high-speed spin. For all spins except the final
spin, this coast-down occurs during the fill for the
following segment. Therefore, cycle time is not
increased for coast-downs following all but the final
spin.
12. Press the Stop key at any time to complete the
cycle programming procedure.
Chemical Injection Supply System
The external supply connection ports are designated
1, 2, 3, and 4, in that order, viewed from the rear of
the machine, top to bottom. The supply dispenser
compartments are designated 1, 2, and 3, in that
order, viewed from the front of the machine, left to
right.
Supply Dispenser
Compartments
2
1
1
Chemical Injection
Supply Nozzles
3
3
4
2
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Figure 4
Compartment 1 flushes with each fill. Compartment
2 flushes when the program calls for supply 2
during a fill. Compartment 3 flushes when the
program calls for supply 3 during a fill.
Note: Compartment 2 does not flush when supply 4
is called for in a program.
The chemical injection supply nozzles located in
their respective supply compartments function as
follows: supply nozzle 1 empties into compartment
1, supply nozzles 2 and 4 empty into compartment
2, and supply nozzle 3 empties into compartment 3.
See Figure 4.