Champion DH6000T Operation, Cleaning And Maintenance Manual

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Operation, Cleaning and Maintenance Manual

Models:
DH6000T

Hot water sanitizing machine w/fresh
water rinse and built-in stainless steel
electric booster

Options:

Ventless Heat Recovery

3765 Champion Boulevard
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
[phone] Fax: [phone]
Toll-free: 1 [phone]

Issue Date: 3.30.18

Manual P/N 116084 rev. -

For machines beginning with S/N xxxxxxxxxx and above

2674 N. Service Road, Jordan Station
Ontario, Canada L0R 1S0
[phone] Fax: [phone]
Toll-free: 1( 800) 263-5798

Printed in the USA

National Service Department

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ATTENTION

The model no., serial no., voltage, Hz

and phase are needed to identify your

machine and to answer questions.

The machine data plate

is located on the right front corner

of the lower panel

Please have this information ready

if you call for service assistance.

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ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY.

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of your machine or enter our URL http://www.champdw.us/DH6000T.

• Visit our website at www.championindustries.com and register your
product there.

• Use the fax form on the next page and fax to 1-800 661-1660.

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IMPORTANT IMPORTANT

Revision History

Revision History

Specifications are subject to change based on continual product improvement. Equipment
owners may request a revised manual, at no charge, by calling 1 [phone] in the USA or
1(800) 263-5798 in Canada.

Revision Revised Serial Number Revision
Date Pages Effectivity Description

3.30.18 All DXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Released first edition

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Limited Warranty

LIMITED WARRANTY

Champion Industries (herein referred to as “The Company”), 3765 Champion Blvd., Winston-Salem, North Carolina
27105, and 2674 N. Service Road, Jordan Station, Ontario, Canada, L0R 1S0, warrants machines, and parts, as set out
below.

Warranty of Machines: The Company warrants all new machines of its manufacture bearing the name “Champion
and installed within the United States and Canada to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of
one (1) year after the date of installation or fifteen (15) months after the date of shipment by The Company, whichever
occurs first. [See below for special provisions relating to glasswashers.] Warranty registration must be submitted to The
Company within ten (10) days after installation either online on the Champion Industries website (http://www.champion­industries.com or by the fax form provided at the front of this manual. The Company will not assume any responsibility
for extra costs for installation in any area where there are jurisdictional problems with local trades or unions.

If a defect in workmanship or material is found to exist within the warranty period, The Company, at its election, will
either repair or replace the defective part or accept return of the machine for full credit; provided; however, as to glass­washers, The Company’s obligation with respect to labor associated with any repairs shall end (a) 120 days after ship­ment, or (b) 90 days after installation, whichever occurs first. In the event that The Company elects to repair, the labor
and work to be performed in connection with the warranty shall be done during regular working hours by a Champion
authorized service technician. Defective parts become the property of The Company. Use of replacement parts not au­thorized by The Company will relieve The Company of all further liability in connection with its warranty. In no event will
The Company’s warranty obligation exceed The Company’s charge for the machine. The following are not covered by
The Company’s warranty:

a. Lighting of gas pilots or burners.
b. Cleaning of gas lines.
c. Replacement of fuses or resetting of overload breakers.
d. Adjustment of thermostats.
e. Adjustment of clutches.
f. Opening or closing of utility supply valves or switching of electrical supply current.
g. Cleaning of valves, strainers, screens, nozzles, or spray pipes.
h. Performance of regular maintenance and cleaning as outlined in the operator’s guide.
i. Damages resulting from water conditions, accidents, alterations, improper use, abuse,
tampering, improper installation, or failure to follow maintenance and operation procedures.
j. Wear on Pulper cutter blocks, pulse vanes, and auger brush.

Examples of the defects not covered by warranty include, but are not limited to: (1) Damage to the exterior or
interior finish as a result of the above, (2) Use with utility service other than that designated on the rating plate,
(3) Improper connection to utility service, (4) Inadequate or excessive water pressure, (5) Corrosion from
chemicals dispensed in excess of recommended concentrations, (6) Failure of electrical components due to
connection of chemical dispensing equipment installed by others, (7) Leaks or damage resulting from such
leaks caused by the installer, including those at machine table connections or by connection of chemical
dispensing equipment installed by others, (8) Failure to comply with local building codes, (9) Damage
caused by labor dispute.

Warranty of Parts: The Company warrants all new machine parts produced or authorized by The Company to be free
from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days from date of invoice. If any defect in material and
workmanship is found to exist within the warranty period The Company will replace the defective part without charge.

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY. THE COMPANY’S WARRANTY IS ONLY TO
THE EXTENT REFLECTED ABOVE. THE COMPANY’S MAKE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED, TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS OF PURPOSE.
THE COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. THE REMEDIES
SET OUT ABOVE ARE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES FOR ANY DEFECTS FOUND TO EXIST IN THE COMPANY’S’
DISHWASHING MACHINES AND THE COMPANY’S PARTS, AND ALL OTHER REMEDIES ARE EXCLUDED,
INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTALS OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

The Company does not authorize any other person, including persons who deal in Champion dishwashing machines to

change this warranty or create any other obligation in connection with Champion dishwashing machines.

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Revision History ................................................................................................................ i

Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................. ii

Safety Symbols ................................................................................................................iv

Operation ......................................................................................... 1

Controls .................................................................................................... 1

Cycle Times .............................................................................................. 2

Operation Sequence .................................................................................. 3

Rinse Sentry .............................................................................................. 5

Low Temp Lockout Option ........................................................................... 5

Change Water Alarm Option ...................................................................... 6

Automatic Electric Drain Valve ..................................................................... 7

Machine Assembly ..................................................................................... 8

Loading Wares .......................................................................................... 9

Cleaning ............................................................................................10

Wash and Rinse Spray Arms ..................................................................... 10

Wash Tank and Scrap Screens .................................................................. 11

Exterior .................................................................................................. 11

Deliming ................................................................................................. 12

Maintenance .......................................................................................13

Maintenance Schedules ............................................................................ 13

Troubleshooting Chart .............................................................................. 14

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Safety Symbols

Safety Symbols

Safety Symbols

The following symbols are used throughout this manual to alert the reader to important
information.

WARNING:

Warning statements indicate a condition or practice that can result in personal
injury or possible death.

CAUTION:

Caution statements indicate a condition or practice that can result in damage to
the machine or associated equipment.

NOTE:

Note statements highlight important information necessary for the operation of
the machine.

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Operation

Controls

The pressure gauge is located at the top of the machine. The control panel is located on the front
left side of the lower panel.

A - Pressure Gauge - Displays the incoming water pressure to the machine.
B - Green Push Button Power Switch - Turns the power on and off.
C - HMI, (Human Machine Interface) - digital touchscreen display shows operational status and

time cycle selections.

HMI Display Screen

1

SELECT CYCLE

Touch to Change

RINSE TEMP

4

3

69

Select a 1, 2, 4, or 6 minute wash cycle.

1

Status window shows the condition of the

2

machine such as, FILLING, READY etc.

A

2

READY

5

TIME REMAINING

B

C

Settings Menu Icon to access operator and

3

service technician menu screens.

Temperature display window shows wash and

4

final rinse temperatures.

5

Time Remaining area shows the elapsed time
in the cycle (example: Washing).

Fig. 1

1

Operation

Cycle Times

• The DH6000T operates as a dishwasher using 1 and 2 minute cycles and as pot/pan washer
using the 4 and 6 minute time cycles (see Tables 1 and 2 below).

STANDARD CYCLE OPTION* STANDARD CYCLE TIMES

Dishwasher Cycle Option 1 Approx. 1 minute

Wash 35 seconds
Rinse 10 seconds
Dwell ** 15 seconds

Dishwasher Cycle Option 2 Approx. 2 minutes

Wash 95 seconds
Rinse 10 seconds
Dwell ** 15 seconds

Pot/Pan Cycle Option 4 Approx. 4 minutes

Wash 215 seconds
Rinse 15 seconds
Dwell ** 10 seconds

Pot/Pan Cycle Option 6 Approx. 6 minutes

Wash 335 seconds
Rinse 15 seconds
Dwell ** 10 seconds

Table 1

VHR CYCLE OPTION VHR CYCLE TIMES

Dishwasher Cycle Option 1 Approx. 1 minute

Wash 35 seconds
Rinse 10 seconds
Dwell ** 15 seconds
Recovery *** 30 seconds

Dishwasher Cycle Option 2 Approx. 2 minutes

Wash 95 seconds
Rinse 10 seconds
Dwell ** 15 seconds
Recovery ** 30 seconds

Pot/Pan Cycle Option 4 Approx. 4 minutes

Wash
Rinse 15 seconds
Dwell * 10 seconds
Recovery *** 30 seconds

Pot/Pan Cycle Option 6 Approx. 6 minutes

Wash 335 seconds
Rinse 15 seconds
Dwell ** 10 seconds
Recovery *** 30 seconds

215 seconds

Table 2

* Cycle times can be changed when machine is washing.
** Cycle pauses.
*** Exhaust fan runs to remove steam and recover heat from wash chamber.

2

Operation Sequence

Operation

1

Detergent

Rinse-aid

Check the chemical containers and refill

as needed.

3

SELECT CYCLE

Touch to Change

RINSE TEMP

FILLING

4

2

Push the green power button

ON.

SELECT CYCLE

Touch to Change

WASH TEMP

READY

69

TIME REMAINING

Filling is displayed as machine fills

automatically.

5

Prescrap and load wares into dish rack.

Wash one rack at a time and do not

overload the rack. Slide the rack

into the machine and close the door.

150

TIME REMAINING

When READY appears, wait 15-20 minutes

for WASH TEMP to indicate 150.

6

SELECT CYCLE

Touch to Change

WASH TEMP

150

Touch the SELECT CYCLE button to

choose a cycle. Each touch advances the

selection between 1, 2, 4, and 6 minutes.

NOTE: THE DISHWASHER WILL

NOT START UNTIL A CYCLE IS SELECTED.

READY

TIME REMAINING

Continued on next page.

3

Operation

Operation Sequence (continued)

7 8

1 MIN CYCLE

Touch to Change

WASH TEMP

WASHING

1 MIN CYCLE

Touch to Change

RINSE TEMP

RINSING

150

When 1 MIN CYCLE is selected, the machine

starts and the WASHING time remaining

counter is displayed.

89

TIME REMAINING

9

1 MIN CYCLE

Touch to Change

WASH TEMP DWELLING

35

TIME REMAINING

DWELLING is displayed as the

10 sec. DWELL begins.

185

At the end of the wash cycle the 15 sec.

final rinse begins. The RINSE TEMP displays

must be between 185-195°F.

49

TIME REMAINING

10

1 MIN CYCLE

Touch to Change

WASH TEMP RECOVERY

29

TIME REMAINING

FOR VHR ONLY: RECOVERY is displayed

as the heat recovery fan removes steam

from the wash chamber.

11

1 MIN CYCLE

Touch to Change

WASH TEMP

The display returns to READY at the

end of the 1 MIN CYCLE. Open the
doors, and remove the rack of clean

wares.

4

READY

TIME REMAINING

NOTE:
The Standard Machine operation

sequence is identical to the VHR
except it does not have include

RECOVERY time.

Operation

Rinse Sentry

• Rinse Sentry extends the wash cycle time 660 seconds so the final rinse booster tank temp­erature has time to reach the minimum required final rinse water temperature of 180°F.

• After 660 seconds, Rinse Sentry will stop and the cycle will resume unless the optional
LOW TEMP LOCKOUT feature is enabled.

The Rinse Sentry operation follows:

1

1 MIN CYCLE

Touch to Change

WASH TEMP

150

The booster LOW TEMP alarm appears

and 660 seconds begins to countdown in

the TIME REMAINING window.

LOW TEMP

WASHING

660

TIME REMAINING

2

1 MIN CYCLE

Touch to Change

WASH TEMP

150

The LOW TEMP alarm disappears

when the booster reaches temperature

and the normal cycle resumes.

WASHING

70

TIME REMAINING

Low Temp Lockout Option

• The low temp lockout option is set at the factory or in the field by a service technician.

• It stops the machine if the rinse sentry alarm is activated for longer than 660 seconds.

• Only an authorized service technician may reset the lockout.

The LOW TEMP LOCKOUT operation follows:

1

1 MIN CYCLE

Touch to Change

WASH TEMP

150

The 660 second Rinse Sentry Time

Remaining countdowns to zero.

LOW TEMP

WASHING

0

TIME REMAINING

2

1-800-XXX-XXXX

Touch to Change

WASH TEMP

LOW TEMP

CALL FOR

SERVICE

150

TIME REMAINING

The machine locks out, a red LOW TEMP

alarm appears, CALL FOR SERVICE appears,

and a service number to call appears.

5

Operation

Change Water Alarm Option

• The alarm alerts the operator to drain and refill the machine after a preset number
of wash cycles have elapsed.

• The alarm will not lockout the machine operation but will remain on the display until
the alarm is reset.

The CHANGE WATER ALARM operation follows:

1

CHANGE WATER

Touch to Change

WASH TEMP

READY

150

TIME REMAINING

CHANGE WATER appears in the select cycle

window indicating it is time to drain and

refill the dishwasher with fresh water.

3 4

I/O

TEMPS

MAINT

2

CHANGE WATER

Touch to Change

WASH TEMP

READY

150

TIME REMAINING

Touch the GEAR symbol to access the

settings screen.

I/O

TEMPS

MAINT

CHANGE WATER

Touch the CHANGE WATER button to

6

reset the alarm.

MAIN

CHANGE WATER

MAIN

Touch MAIN to resume normal operation.

Operation

Automatic Electric Drain Valve

• The drain valve is located underneath the dishwasher and is connected to the building
drain line. It opens automatically whenever power to the dishwasher is off.

• The drain valve has a lever for manually open the valve if necessary.

Manual Drain Lever

Electric Drain Valve

Fig. 2

To Drain the Machine:

• Open the dishwasher doors and remove any wares from the machine.

• Push the green power switch off.

• The drain valve will open for 10 minutes, then close.

• The dishwasher will power off.

• Pushing the power switch on and immediately off will initiate another 10 minute drain cycle.

Fig. 3

7

Operation

Machine Assembly

To Assemble the dishwasher:

• Install the pump suction strainer.

• Install the scrap screens and screen spacer.

• Install the upper and lower wash and rinse spray arms. The arms are interchangeable.

• Make sure the arms spin freely.

SCRAP SCREENS X 2

PUMP STRAINER

Fig. 4

WASH SPRAY ARM

RINSE SPRAY ARM

Fig. 5

8

Operation

Loading Wares

• Wares should be scrapped and rinsed to remove large food particles and debris (Fig. 6).

Fig. 6

CAUTION: Ferrous metal scrub pads must not be used to clean wares or

dishwasher surfaces. Avoid putting any type of ferrous metal in the machine.

• Load plates in peg racks, bowls and cups in flat-bottom racks, and glasses in a glass racks.

• Load silverware in a single layer in a flat-bottom rack.

• Load pots, pans, and utensils upside down in a flat-bottom rack.

• Load bake sheets and trays on the short edge in a bake sheet rack.

• Do not overload dish racks and only wash one dish rack at a time.

• Never wash objects such as mops, floor mats, or other foreign materials.

Fig. 7

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Cleaning

Cleaning

• Clean the machine at the end of each meal period or after every 2 hours of continuous
operation and at the end of the day.

WARNING:
Dishwasher surfaces can be hot and cleaning chemicals can be caustic
to the skin and eyes. Wear protective clothing and eye protection
when handling chemicals and cleaning the machine.

To clean the dishwasher:

• Push the power button OFF. The electric drain valve will open and the machine will
drain. The drain valve will remain open for 10 minutes. Pushing the power button on and
immediately off will open the drain valve for another 10 minutes.

• Open the door and flush the interior with fresh water.

• Remove the upper and lower wash and rinse spray arms and flush with clean water.

• Check the rinse spray arm nozzles. If necessary, remove the end plugs and clean the nozzles
with a small paper clip. Flush the arms clean and replace the end plugs (see Fig. 8).

Rinse Arm Spindle

Paper Clip

End
Plug

10

Wash Spray arm

Fig. 8

Cleaning

Cleaning

• Remove the scrap screens and pump suction strainer Flush/backflush the screens in a sink.
Do not strike the screens against hard surfaces.

• Clean the drain in the bottom of the wash tank.

• Clean the float switch.

SCRAP SCREENS X 2

PUMP STRAINER

DRAIN

Fig. 9

• Wipe the interior with a soft cloth. Reinstall the scrap screens and spray arms making sure
the spray arms spin freely.

• Wipe the exterior clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent.

DO NOT FLUSH THE EXTERIOR OF THE MACHINE WITH WATER.

• Leave the doors open to aid in overnight drying of the machine interior.

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Cleaning

Deliming

• Minerals accumulate on the interior surfaces of the dishwasher appearing as a white haze
and, in cases of heavy accumulation, may appear as a granular solid.

• Contact a qualified chemical supplier for deliming chemicals and procedures.

• Follow all of the chemical supplier's directions making sure to always wear eye protection,
rubber gloves and rubber aprons when handling chemicals and deliming the machine.

WARNING:
Death or serious injury may result when deliming solution is mixed
with sodium hypochlorite (chlorine bleach) sanitizing agent. Mixing
may cause hazardous gases to form. Deliming solution and other acids
must never be mixed with chlorine, iodine, bromine, or fluorine.

WARNING:
Deliming solutions can cause severe irritation and possible chemical
burns. Always wear protective clothing and goggles when handling
chemicals.

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Maintenance

Maintenance Schedules

Daily Maintenance

• Clean the machine.

• Check all of the wash arm and rinse arm spray jets and clean as necessary.

• Make sure the water supply is on and the drain is not clogged.

• Check the HMI temperature display and pressure gauge to ensure proper operation

• Make sure the dish racks are in good condition. Check the chemical containers and refill.

Weekly Maintenance

• Inspect water and drain lines for leaks.

• Check underneath the dishwasher for leaks.

• Make sure the floor drains are clear of debris and handle the machine drain flow.

Monthly Maintenance

• Check and delime machine if required.

• Replace damaged scrap screens

• Replace worn spray arm bearings

Yearly Maintenance

Contact your authorized service agent for a preventive maintenance inspection.

Lubrication

There are no lubrication points nor schedules for this dishwasher.

NOTE: Consult the chemical supplier for dispensing system maintenance.

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Maintenance

Troubleshooting Chart

Condition Cause Solution

Dishwasher will not run. Hood not closed.

Main power OFF.
Cycle not selected

Low or no water. Main water supply is off.

PRV setting incorrect.
Line strainer clogged.
Solenoid valve defective.

Chemicals won’t feed into
dishwasher.

Poor wash results. Wares incorrectly loaded in

Chemical supply low.
Pick-up tube clogged.
Supply tubing damaged.
Supply tubing kinked.

dish rack.

Clogged screens.
Clogged spray arms.

Chemical injectors not
feeding.

Detergent Dispenser
defective.

Water temperature low.

Close Hood completely.
Check breaker on panel.
Select 1,2,4 or 6 min. cycle.

Open supply valve.
Set to 20-22 PSI flowing.
Contact Service Agent.
Contact Service Agent.

Refill chemical container.
Contact Chemical Supplier.
Contact Chemical Supplier.
Straighten tubing.

Reposition wares or reduce
amount of wares.

Clean screens.
Clean spray arms.

Contact Chemical Supplier.

Contact Chemical Supplier.

Contact Service Agent.

Dishwasher stays in wash
cycle.

Dishwasher will not drain. Drain screen clogged.

Condensate Removal
Option Model Steam not
being vented.

Rinse Sentry extends wash
mode to allow final rinse
water booster temperature to
reach 180°F/82°C.

Drain valve defective.

Building drain clogged.

Incoming cold water temp. is
above 75°F/24°C.

Incoming water pressure is
below 45 PSI flowing pressure
at the dishwasher.

Condensate coil or fan
defective.

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Contact Service Agent if wash
cycle runs for longer than 660
seconds.

Clean drain screen.

Contact Service Agent.

Contact Building Maintenance.

Check incoming water
temperature.

Check incoming water
pressure.

Contact Service Agent.