Champion VC1000 Service Manual
valu-clean.com
P. O. Box 4982
Winston-Salem, NC 27115
336/661-1559 Fax: 336/661-1979
VC1000
Models Included:
Hood-Type
Dishwasher
2674 N. Service Road
Jordan Station, Ontario, Canada L0R 1S0
905/562-6630 Fax: 905/562-5422
Valu-Clean Manual
P/N 113566 Rev. A
October, 2003
Technical Manual
Model and Serial number located
on the right side of the control cabinet.
Complete the information below so it will be available for quick reference.
Model Number Serial Number
Voltage and Phase
Valu-Clean Service Agency Phone
Valu-Clean Parts Source Phone
Valu-Clean (Canada) Valu-Clean (U.S.A.)
National Service Department National Service Department
Phone: 1 (905) 562-4195
Phone: 1 (336) 661-1559
1 (800) 263-5798
Fax: 1 (905) 562-4618 Fax: 1 (336) 661-1979
We strongly recommend that you Fax your orders.
NOTE: When calling to order parts, be sure to have the model number, serial number, voltage
of your machine.
COPYRIGHT © 2003 byValu-Clean
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REVISION HISTORY
Revision Revised Serial Number Comments
Date Pages Effectivity
8/01/02 — First issue of manual and replacement parts
10/13/03 iii — Added new figure number
10/13/03 16-17 — Added corner configuration instructions
Revision History
REVISION HISTORY
Revision History (Cont)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTENTS
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REVISION HISTORY...................................................................................................................... i
SAFETY SYMBOLS ...................................................................................................................... v
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................................... 1
INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................................. 2
Electrical Connections ........................................................................................................ 2
Water Connections .............................................................................................................. 3
Drain Connections .............................................................................................................. 3
Ventilation............................................................................................................................ 3
Chemical Connections ........................................................................................................ 4
INITIAL START-UP ........................................................................................................................ 5
OPERATION .................................................................................................................................... 5
DAILY CLEANING........................................................................................................................ 6
MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................ 7
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................................... 8
REPLACEMENT PARTS ..............................................................................................................11
ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS ...................................................................................................... 29
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1 — Door Assembly ........................................................................................ 12
Figure 2 — Wash/Rinse Assembly .............................................................................. 14
Figure 3 — Corner Conversion.................................................................................... 16
Figure 4 — Drain/Pump Assembly.............................................................................. 18
Figure 5 — Pump Assembly........................................................................................ 20
Figure 6 — Piping Assembly ...................................................................................... 22
Figure 7 — Control Panel............................................................................................ 24
Figure 8 — Control Cabinet ...................................................................................... 26
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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Safety Symbols
• The following symbols appear throughout this manual alerting you to potential
hazards. Statements associated with each symbol are printed in italics.
NOTE:
Note statements indicate any condition or practice which,
if observed, will help in the safe completion of a task.
WARNING:
Warning statements indicate any condition or practice that
could result in personal injury or possible loss of life.
CAUTION:
Caution statements indicate any condition or practice which,
if not strictly observed or remedied, could result in damage
to or destruction of the equipment.
General Safety Rules
• The following general safety rules must be observed in addition to the specific cautions
and warnings presented in this manual.
• Operators should use caution when loading and unloading wares from the equipment.
• Operators must NOT bypass a safety interlock or control(s) to operate the dishwasher.
•The service and maintenance instructions contained in this manual are intended for
qualified service personnel. These instructions assume that you are trained in basic electricity
and mechanical theory. If you are not a trained technician, then do not attempt to adjust or
repair the equipment as serious personal injury or damage to the equipment may result.
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
About this manual
All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based upon the latest
product information available at the time of publication. Valu-Clean 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.
Organization of Manual
This manual is divided into seven parts:
• General Specifications
• Installation
• Daily Operation
• Cleaning and Maintenance
•Troubleshooting
•Replacement Parts, contains parts diagrams and parts list.
• Electrical Schematics
NOTE:
Unless noted otherwise, dimensions, capacities, temperatures, etc., given in this manual are
U.S. Customary Measures and the Metric Equivalent of the U.S. customary measures.
Model
The VC1000 model is a low temperature (140˚F/60˚C ) sanitizing model for use with a hypochlorite
(Chlorine) based sanitizer at a minimum concentration of 50PPM or to your local codes, in the final
rinse. The dishwasher includes three chemical dispenser pumps located in the control cabinet on the
top of the machine.
Standard Equipment
• Automatic Operation • Door safety switch
• Common utility connections • Field convertible to corner model
• Balanced door lift system • De-lime switch in control cabinet
• Interchangeable upper and lower • 1-hp drip-proof pump motor
spray arms
Electrical Connections
WARNING:
Electrical grounding connections must comply with all applicable Electrical Codes.
WARNING:
When working on the diswasher, 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. The electrical supply is single phase. The machine must be installed on 15A single phase
breaker.
3. A knock out is provided at the left rear corner of the control cabinet (as viewed from the
front) for electrical service connection or connection will be made from the plug
(depending on how the machine was ordered). A fused disconnect switch or circuit
breaker (supplied by others) is required to protect the power supply circuit.
4. Single phase incoming wire connections are made at the machine’s main terminal block.
The main terminal block is located in the control cabinet on the back wall and to the left
side of cabinet.
INSTALLATION
Unpack the dishwasher
CAUTION:
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.
3. Machine must be placed on a sound self-draining floor.
4. Level the machine (if required) by placing a level on the top of the
machine and adjusting the feet. Level the machine from
front-back and side to side.
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INSTALLATION (CONT.)
Plumbing Connections
NOTE:
Plumbing connections must comply with all applicable sanitary and plumbing codes.
Water Connections
1. VC1000 dishwashers require a single, hot water supply.
2. The hot water connection to the dishwasher is at the 1/2" NPT Female “Y” strainer.
3. The connection is made from the top rear of the dishwasher.
4. The recommended minimum water temperature is 140˚F/60˚C.
5. A manual shut-off valve for water (supplied by others) should be installed in the supply
line to allow for servicing of the machine. The shut-off valve should be the same size or
larger than the supply line.
6. Install a pressure reducing valve (PRV) in the water supply line if flow pressure
exceeds 20-22 PSI/138-151.8kPa.
Drain Connections
1. The dishwasher is a gravity drain machine equipped with 1-1/2" O.D. hose connection point.
2. The maximum drain flow rate is 15 gallons/min-56.8 liters/min.
3. Drain height for the dishwasher must not exceed 11" (280mm) above the floor level.
4. The drain connection is made to the dishwasher by connecting to the tail piece located
on the bottom of the drain pan.
Ventilation
NOTE:
Ventilation must comply with local sanitary and plumbing codes.
CAUTION:
Exhaust air should not
be vented into a wall, ceiling, or concealed space of a building.
Condensation can cause damage.
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INSTALLATION (CONT.)
Chemical Pumps
NOTE:
Consult a qualified chemical supplier for your chemical needs.
1. Prime switches are located on the right hand side of the control cabinet.
Peristaltic Pump
To prime the peristaltic pump:
1. Insert pump inlet hose into the detergent container.
2. Close machine door and turn power switch to “ON” position.
3. Allow wash tank to fill up then press detergent pump prime switch to prime inlet
and outlet hose.
4. Stop priming when detergent reaches machine.
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