P. 0. Box 4149 2674 N. Service Road
Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27115-4149 Jordan Station, Ontario, Canada LOR ISO
336/661-1556 Fax: 336/661-1660 905/562-4195 Fax: 905/562-4618
Champion Industries, Inc.
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Revision History
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Revision
Date
1/30/98 All 89519 Issue of manual and
Revised Pages Serial Number
Effectivity
Comments
replacement parts lists
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 6
Model Number 7
Standard Equipment 7
Options 7
Electrical Power Requirements 7
INSTALLATION 8
Unpack the Dishwasher 8
To Change from Straight -through Operation to Comer Operation 9
Electrical Connections 10
Plumbing Connections 12
Troubleshooting 24
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST 29
ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS 59
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1 - Remove Front Panel 8
Figure 2 - Placement for Comer Operation 9
Figure 3 - Change the Track Assembly 9
Figure 4 - Electrical Connection Location 10
Figure 5 - Hinged Control Panel 11
Figure 6 - Main Terminal Block 11
Figure 7 - Hot Water Connection, 3/4" NPT 12
Figure 8 - Drain Connection, 1-1/2" OD 13
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LIST OF FIGURES (Cont'd)
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Figure 9 - Detergent Signal Connection Point 14
Figure 10 - Detergent Probe Injection Point, 1/2" 15
Figure 11 - Rinse Aid Injection Point, 1/8" NPT 15
Figure 12 - Doors and Panels 30
Figure 13 - Door Guides, Stops, and Lift Bracket 32
Figure 14 - Door Handle, Spring Assembly and Safety Switch 34
Figure 15 - Track Assembly 36
Figure 16 - Wash/Rinse Spray Piping 38
Figure 17 - Wash/Rinse Spray Arm Assembly 40
Figure 18 - Drain Assembly and Scrap Screens 42
Figure 19 - Wash Tank Heat and Thermostats 44
Figure 20 - Electric Booster Assembly and Thermostats 46
Figure 21 - Fill Piping Assembly 48
Figure 22 - Pump Assembly 50
Figure 23 - Control Panel and Gauges 52
Figure 24 - Control Cabinet 54
Figure 25 - Dishracks and PRV 56
Figure 26 - Electrical Schematic (Electrical Heat 1 & 3 Phase) 59
Figure 27 - Electrical Schematic (Steam Heat 1 & 3 Phase) 60
Figure 28 - Electrical Schematic (Optional Timed Fill) (1 & 3 Phase) 61
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INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to Champion...
and thank you for allowing us to take care of your
dishwashing needs.
This manual covers the international door-type dishwasher. Model I-DH. Your machine was
completely assembled, inspected, and thoroughly tested at our factory before it was shipped
to your installation site.
This manual contains:
• Installation Instructions
• Operation Instructions
• Maintenance Instructions
• Replacement Parts Lists
• Electrical Schematics
All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based upon the
latest product information available at the time of publication. Champion constantly
improves its products and reserves the right to make changes at any time or to change
specifications or design without notice and without incurring any obligation.
For your protection, factory authorized parts should always be used for repairs.
Replacement parts may be ordered directly from your Champion authorized parts
distributor or authorized service agency. When ordering parts, please supply the model
number, serial number, voltage, and phase of your machine, the part number, part
descriptions and quantity.
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Model Number
Power Requirement
The I-DH is a high temperature (180°F/82°C)
sanitizing dishwasher with booster.
Standard Equipment includes:
• Manual tank fill
• Built-in (40°F/23°C rise) electric or steam
booster heater.
• Field convertible for comer operation
• Electric tank heat (3 KW)
• Balanced door lift system
• Automatic start on close of doors
• Low -water tank heat protection
• 1HP drip-proof pump motor
• Door safety switch
• Splash-proof control console
• Interchangeable upper & lower spray arms
• Stainless steel front and side panels
• Detergent/chemical connection provisions
• Fill solenoid valve
• 3/4" line strainer
• Common utility connections
• Two dish racks (peg and flat bottom)
Options
Electric booster with (70°F/39°C temperature rise) heater
for (110°F/43°C) hot water supply.
Care should be taken when lifting the machine
to prevent damage.
NOTE:
The installation of your machine must meet
all applicable health and safety codes.
1. Immediately after unpacking the machine, inspect
for any shipping damage. If damage is found, save
the packing material and contact the carrier
immediately.
2. Remove the dishwasher from the skid. Move the
machine to its permanent location.
NOTE:
Refer to: To change from Straight-through
Operation to Corner Operation on the next page if
your machine will be placed for comer operation.
3. Level the machine (if required) by placing a level on
the top of the machine and adjusting the feet. Level
the machine front-to-back and side-to-side.
4. Remove the dishracks from the interior of the
machine.
5. Refer to Fig. 1. Remove (2) screws that hold the
front panel. Remove the front panel in preparation
for service connections.
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To Change from Straight -through
Operation to Corner Operation
The I-DH dishwasher is shipped from the factory for
straight-through operation. The following instructions
explain how to change the dishwasher for comer
operation. Refer to Fig. 2
1. Place the dishwasher so that operator controls
are readily accessible.
2. Minimum clearance from any wall is 5-1/4"
(133mm).
Placement for Corner Operation
Refer to Fig. 3a-3b and perform the steps below.
1. Remove the front rack guide (A). Discard the
square spacers.
2. Move front rack guide (A) to the left side of the
rack tracks. (See Fig. 3b) Use existing hardware.
3. Unbolt the track (B) and rack support rod (C).
4. Remove and save the two remaining fasteners
from rear track.
5. Bolt (B) and (C) as shown in Fig. 3b.
Figure3
Change the Track Assembly
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INSTALLATION (Cont)
Electrical Connections
Warning:
Electrical and grounding connections must
comply with all applicable Electrical Codes.
Warning:
When working on the dishwasher, disconnect the
electric service and place a tag at the disconnect
switch to indicate work is being done on that
circuit.
1. A qualified electrician must compare the
electrical power supply with the machine
electrical specifications before connecting to the
incoming service through a fused disconnect
switch.
2. A knock -out is provided at the lower right rear
comer for the electrical service connection. A
fused disconnect switch or circuit breaker
(supplied by others) is required to protect
the power supply circuit.
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Electrical Connections (Cont.)
3. Remove (2) lower screws from the front panel of the
machine to expose the electrical controls. Remove (2)
screws on the control panel support. Swing the hinged
control panel forward.
4. Three phase or single phase incoming power wiring
connections are made at the bottom of the
machine's main terminal block. The main terminal
block is located on the side of the front right post of
the dishwasher.
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INSTALLATION (Cont.)
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Plumbing Connections
NOTE:
Plumbing connections must comply with all
applicable sanitary and plumbing codes.
Water Connections
1. The I-DH dishwasher requires a single, hot
water supply. The following minimum water
temperatures are recommended:
I-DH with built -in 40° rise electric booster
(Minimum 140°F/60°C)
(Min./Max. flow pressure 20-22 PSI/138 kPa)
I-DH with built -in 70° rise electric booster
(Minimum 110°F/43°C)
(Min./Max. flow pressure 20-22 PSI/138 kPa)
2. Install a pressure reducing valve, (PRV), in the
water supply line if flow pressure exceeds 2022PSI/138-151.8kPa.
3. The hot water connection to all I-DH
dishwashers is 3/4" NPT. The connection is
made from underneath the dishwasher up to the
hot water solenoid valve located on the left side
of the booster tank.
3/4" NPT
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Water Connections (Cont.)
4. A manual shut-off valve (supplied by others)
should be installed in the supply line in order
to service the machine.
5. A pressure reducing valve, (PRV), (supplied
by others) should be installed in the water
supply line.
6. A pressure gauge (supplied by others) should
be installed in the water supply line on the
machine side of the PRV.
Drain Connections
1. The model I-DH is a GRAVITY DRAIN
machine equipped with a 1-1/2" O.D. hose
connection point.
2. Drain height for model I-DH must not exceed
11" (280mm) above floor level.
3. The drain connection is made to the
dishwasher from underneath the machine
through an access hole in the machine base.
Refer to Fig. 8
1-1/2" O.D.
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INSTALLATION (Cont.)
Chemical Connections
NOTE:
Consult a qualified chemical supplier for
your chemical needs.
1. An electrical detergent signal connection point
for detergent dispensing equipment is provided
on the control voltage terminal block located in
the top left comer of the hinged control panel.
2. The detergent signal is limited to a maximum
load of 2 Amps. Signal voltage is 120VAC.
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Chemical Connections (Cont.)
3. A 1/2" detergent probe injection point is
provided at the rear and left side of the
dishwasher.
1/2" Plug
4. A 1/8" NPT rinse aid injection point is provided in
the final rinse manifold of the booster piping. The
manifold is located on the right side of the booster
assembly. It can be accessed from the front of the
dishwasher.
1/8" NPT
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INITIAL START-UP
Complete the installation
After plumbing and electrical connections are made, follow the
steps below to complete the installation of your dishwasher.
1. Remove the white protective covering from the exterior of
the machine.
2. Remove any foreign material from inside the
machine.
3. Make sure dishwasher power switch is off.
4. Turn main water supply on.
5. Turn main power on at the main power service
disconnect switch.
Fill the dishwasher with water
Follow the steps below to fill your machine for the first
time and each time the machine is completely drained.
1
Install scrap screens. Make
sure rubber stopper is secure
on the drain-overflow
assembly. Make sure the
drain-overflow seats securely
in the tank bottom.
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2
Make sure all doors are
fully closed.
Warning:
During the fill operation,
water will spray from the
dishwasher if the doors are
open.
MAKE SURE DOORS
ARE FULLY CLOSED.
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Fill the dishwasher
with water (Cont.)
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The controls are located on the
front of the dishwasher.
A- On/Off power switch
B- In cycle light
C- Fill/Extended wash
switch D-Wash water
temperature gauge
E- Final rinse water
temperature gauge
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THE POWER SWITCH IS OFF
DURING INITIAL FILL.
Push the On/Off power switch
down to the OFF position. The
red indicator light in the center
of the power switch is not
illuminated when the switch is
off.
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Push and hold the Fill/Extended
wash switch UP to the FILL
position to fill the dishwasher
with water.
NOTE:
The initial fill primes the
booster tank assembly. The
booster tank is full when you
hear water enter the wash tank
of the dishwasher.
Continue to hold the switch UP
until water begins to drain out
the overflow. Tank is full.
Release the Fill/Extended wash
switch.
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INITIAL START-UP (Cont.)
Check wash and final rinse
water temperatures
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Push the On/Off power switch "Up" to the on
position. The red indicator light in the switch will
come on.
The wash tank and booster tank heaters will begin to
heat the water in the dishwasher.
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Wait approximately 10 minutes for the wash tank
water to reach operating temperature.
Check the wash water temperature gauge located on
right side of the control cabinet to be sure it indicates
the proper temperature.
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Open and then fully close the dishwasher doors. The
dishwasher will begin a wash cycle automatically.
Note that the amber colored cycle lamp is lit during
the automatic dishwasher cycle.
Opening the doors anytime during the cycle will stop
the dishwasher.
Closing the doors will resume the
automatic cycle where it left off.
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Check the wash and final rinse
water temperatures (Cont.)
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The final rinse water temperature should be a
minimum of 180°F/82°C during the final rinse
cycle. The optimum final rinse temperature is 180195°F/82-91°C.
Check the final rinse water temperatur e gauge
located on left side of the control cabinet
Check the Extended Wash
operation
The extended wash switch holds the
dishwasher in a continuous wash mode for
cleaning heavily soiled ware.
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Open and then fully close the dishwasher doors. The
dishwasher will begin a wash cycle automatically.
Push the Fill/Extended wash switch "Down" to the
extended wash position.
The dishwasher will remain in a continuous wash
mode until the switch is flipped back to the center
position.
NOTE:
The extended wash switc h may also be
used during deliming operations.
Consult a qualified chemical supplier
for detailed instructions and
procedures.
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INITIAL START-UP (Cont.)
Complete the initial start -up
Check all the plumbing for leaks. Also, check the
drain plumbing for leaks and be sure that the drain
will handle the drain water flow from the dishwasher.
After the drain and the plumbing connections are
checked, turn off the power to the dishwasher.
Drain the dishwasher
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Turn off power at the dishwasher. Drain the dishwasher by pulling the handle of the drain-overflow
assembly straight up.
Be sure that the drain-overflow rubber stopper is
secure on the drain-overflow assembly pipe.
Check that the building drain handles the water flow
exiting the dishwasher drain.
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Remove the scrap screens and check the drain
located in the bottom of the dishwasher wash tank.
Clean the interior of the wash tank of any foreign
material.
Leave the doors open to air dry the interior of the
dishwasher.
The initial start-up is complete.
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OPERATION
Refer to the Initial Start-up section. Steps 1-5, on pages 16-20, to place your dishwasher into service. To operate your
dishwasher, perform the action in the left hand column; check the result in right hand column.
Action Result
1. Push the On/Off power switch "UP" to the ON
position.
1. The indicator light in the center of the power switch
illuminates. The wash tank heater and the booster tank
heater begin to heat.
2. Wait approximately 10 minutes for the wash tank
heater to heat the water. Then, check the reading on
the wash water temperature gauge.
3. Prescrap and load the ware into the dishrack. 3. Ware should be placed edgewise in the peg rack. Cups and
4. Open the doors. Insert a dishrack
of soiled ware. Fully close the
doors.
Opening the doors anytime during the
automatic cycle stops the dishwasher.
Closing the doors will resume the cycle
where it left off.
5. Check the final rinse temperature gauge reading
during the 10 second final rinse cycle.
2. The wash water temperature gauge should indicate a
minimum of 150°F/66°C.
bowls should be placed upside down in the flat rack.
Silverware should be spread evenly in a single layer in the
flat rack.
4. Amber cycle light illuminates as the dishwasher begins a
60 second automatic cycle. The cycle times are listed
below:
5. The final rinse temperature gauge should indicate a minimum
of 180°F/82°C. The optimum final rinse temperature range is
between 180-195°F/82-90°C.
6. Check the incoming water pressure during the 10
second final rinse cycle. A water pressure gauge
(supplied by others) should be installed on the
incoming water supply.
7. The 60 second automatic cycle ends. 7. The amber cycle light goes out.
8. Open the doors. Remove the clean rack. Insert
another rack of soiled ware. Fully close the doors.
9. Turn power OFF at the dishwasher. Remove the
drain-overflow assembly. Clean the scrap screens.
Clean the dishwasher after each meal period or
every two hours of operation.
6. The water pressure gauge should indicate a flowing pressure
of 20-22 PSI/138-151.8 kPa. A pressure reducing valve
(PRV) is required if flow pressure exceeds 20-22 PSI/138-
151.8 kPa
8. The 60 second automatic cycle begins again.
9. Dishwasher wash tank drains completely. Periodic cleaning
reduces detergent consumption and improves washing
results.
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MAINTENANCE
Cleaning your machine is the best maintenance that
you can provide. Components that are not regularly
flushed and cleaned do not perform well.
The following schedules are the minimum requirements necessary for the proper performance of your
machine. Intervals should be shortened whenever
your machine is faced with abnormal working
conditions, hard water, or multiple shift operations.
CLEANING SCHEDULE
Every 2 Hours or After Each Meal Period
1. Drain the dishwasher.
2. Flush interior with fresh water.
3. Clean scrap screens and pump intake screen.
4. Clean spray arm nozzles.
Every 8 Hours or at the End of the Day
1. Drain the machine.
2. Flush interior with fresh water.
3. Clean scrap screens and pump intake screen.
4. Clean spray arms.
5. Thoroughly clean the exterior of machine.
DO NOT HOSE DOWN WITH WATER.
6. Reassemble the machine.
7. Leave doors open to aid in drying.
CAUTION:
Do not leave water in wash tank
overnight.
DELIMING SCHEDULE
Your dishwasher should be delimed regularly to
prevent buildup of mineral deposits.
NOTE:
Consult your chemical supplier for an
appropriate deliming solution and proper
procedures.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Wash motor not running
Incoming water temperature at machine
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Perform the seven checks listed below in the event that your dishwasher does not operate as
expected.
1. All switches are ON
2. Drain-overflow assembly is in place and seated
3. Wash and rinse nozzles are clean
4. Wash and rinse pipe assemblies are installed correctly
5. Scrap screens are properly positioned
6. Thermostat(s) are properly adjusted
7. Detergent and rinse additive dispensers are adequately filled.
If a problem still exists, use the following table for troubleshooting.
CONDITION CAUSE SOLUTION
Machine will not start
Machine washes
constantly
Low or no water
Continuous water filling
Wash tank water
temperature is low
when in use
Doors not closed Make sure doors are fully closed
Door safety switch faulty Contact your service agency
Start switch faulty Contact your service agency
Main switch off Check disconnect at main panel
Overload protector tripped Reset overload in Control Box
Fill/Extended wash switch in
extended wash position
Main water supply is turned off Turn on house water supply
Drain-overflow assembly is not
in place and seated
Machine doors not fully closed Close doors securely
Faulty fill valve Contact your service agency
Machine not filled initially Hold fill switch UP to fill
Clogged strainer in fill valve Clean or replace
Stuck or defective fill switch Contact your service agency
Fill valve will not close Clean or replace
Drain-overflow not in place Install drain-overflow assembly
Overload protector tripped Reset overload in Control Box
Defective motor Contact your service agency
too low
Defective thermometer Check or replace
Defective thermostat Check for proper setting or replace
Defective heater element Check or replace
Defective solenoid valve Check or replace
Heater elements have soil/lime buildup Clean and delime
Push Fill/Extended wash switch
to the center position
Place and seat drain-overflow
Raise temperature to:
110-140°F/43-60°C
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TROUBLESHOOTING (Cont.)
Insufficient final rinse or
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CONDITION
Insufficient pumped
spray pressure
no final rinse
Low final rinse
temperature
Poor washing results
CAUSE SOLUTION
Clogged pump intake screen Clean
Clogged spray pipe Clean
Scrap screen full Must be kept clean and in place
Low water level in tank Check drain-overflow assembly
Pump motor rotation incorrect
Defective pump seal Contact Service Agent
Faulty pressure reducing valve Clean or replace
Improper setting on pressure reducing
valve
Clogged rinse nozzle and/or pipe Clean
Improper water line size Have installer change to proper size
Clogged strainer in fill valve Clean or replace
Low incoming water temperature
Defective thermometer Check for proper setting or replace
Detergent dispenser not operating
properly
Insufficient detergents Contact detergent supplier
Wash water temperature too low
Wash arm clogged Clean
Improperly scraped dishes Check scraping procedures
Ware being improperly placed in rack Use proper racks Do not overload racks
Improperly cleaned equipment
Heater elements have soil/lime buildup Clean and delime
Reverse connection between L1 and L2 in
Control Cabinet
Set flow pressure at 20-22 PSI/ 1381518kPa
Check the booster - be sure the thermostat
is set to maintain 180°F/82°C temperature
Check valve to be sure it is clean and
operating
Contact detergent supplier
See condition "Wash Tank Water Temperature" above
Unclog wash sprays and rinse nozzles to
maintain proper pressure and flow
conditions Overflows must be open Keep
wash water as clean as possible
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Figure 12
Doors and Panels
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DOORS AND PANELS
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Fig 12
Item No
Part No Part Description Qty
1 0709405 DOOR, SIDE 2
2 0709402 FRONT DOOR, DOOR MACH 1
3 321929 RH PANEL NO CUT OUT 1
4 321933 PANEL INSTRUMENT 1
5 112389 DECAL, CONTROL PANEL 1
6 322074 PANEL, FRONT LOWER 1
7 321941 LH PANEL W/CUTOUT 1
8 108418 PLUG PLASTIC 2
9 109034 WASHER 13/16 X 1 13/16 FIBER 2
10 108417 NUT, PLASTIC 2
11 100779 SCREW, 1/4-20 X 5/8 TRUSS HEAD 6
12 0504822 SCREW, 8-32 X 1/2 PAN HEAD 4
13 100763 SCREW, 10-32 X 1 ROUND HEAD 2
14 0501873 FOOT, CAST GREY 4
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DOOR GUIDES, STOPS, AND LIFT BRACKET
Fig 13
Item No
Part No Part Description Qty
1 108053 PLUG, CORNERPOST 2
2 107966 NUT, GRIP 10-32 W/INSERT 8
3 0309277 BRACKET, DOOR LIFT 1
4 100097 SCREW 10-32 X 1/2" TRUSS HEAD 2
5 108347 GUIDE, DOOR 6
6 108410 GASKET, DOOR GUIDE (26") 12
7 107970 SCREW 8-32 X 1 FILISTER 36
8 100007 SCREW 10-32 X 3/8 TRUSS HEAD 2
9 0307328 STOP, DOOR 2
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DOOR HANDLE, SPRING ASSEMBLY, AND SAFETY SWITCH
Fig 14
Item No
10 107420 NUT, PLAIN M6 6
11 107436 SCREW M6 X 16MM FILISTER 8
12 107399 SUPPORT, PIVOT BLOCK 2
13 108368 GASKET, BACKING 2
14 304811 PLATE, BACKING 2
15 100740 BOLT 5/16-18 X 1 HEX HEAD 2
16 107966 NUT, GRIP 10-32 W/NYLON INSERT 8
17 322077 GUARD, SPLASH 2
18 100097 SCREW 10-32 X 1/2 TRUSSHEAD 8
19 0509264 BUSHING, SIDE DOOR 2
20 0509274 NUT, ACORN 5/16-18 SST 2
21 0309167 LIFT BAR, DOOR 2
22 102376 WASHER, FLAT 2
23 104002 BOLT 5/16-18 X 1-1/2 2
24 100154 NUT, PLAIN 5/16-18 4
25 106013 WASHER, LOCK 5/16 SPLIT 2
26 102376 WASHER 5/16 X 3/4 X 1/16 4
27 321927 SPRING ANCHOR BRACKET 1
28 0509199 SWITCH, DOOR SAFETY 1
29 0309451 BRACKET, SWITCH 1
30 107967 NUT, GRIP (1/4-20 with nylon insert) 2
Part No Part Description Qty
1 0509168 BOLT 5/16-18 X 11 HEX HEAD 2
2 108066 SPRING, EXTENSION 2
3 107397 BLOCK, SPRING HOOK 2
4 0509166 DOOR HANDLE 1
5 107437 BOLT M6 X 45MM HEX HEA D 4
6 107396 BLOCK, UPPER PIVOT 2
7 107393 PIN, PIVOT 2
8 107962 HANDLE, GRIP 2
9 107395 BLOCK, LOWER PIVOT 2
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TRACK ASSEMBLY
Fig
15
Item No
Part No Part Description Qty
1 0309469 GUIDE, RIGHT HAND 1
2 0309472 TRACK, REAR 1
3 0309468 GUIDE, LEFT HAND 1
4 0309470 SUPPORT, RACK 1
5 0309471 TRACK, FRONT 1
6 106727 SCREW (10-32 X 5/8 FLAT HD) 6
7 107966 NUT, GRIP (10-32 W/NYLON INSERT) 6
8 100779 BOLT (1/4 -20 X 5/8 TRUSS HD) 8