Power Soak PS-100 Installation Manual

Owner's Manual

PS-100

33474 611/22/2010

Table of Contents

Introduction and Conventions ...................................... 1

Product Introduction .................................................... 2

Explanation of Warning Messages .............................. 3

Danger ................................................................................................. 3

Warning ............................................................................................... 3

Chemical Hazard ................................................................................. 3

Personal Injury Hazard ........................................................................ 3

Requirements for Detergents and Sanitizers .............. 4

Detergents ........................................................................................... 4

Sanitizers ............................................................................................. 4

Factory Assistance .............................................................................. 4

Operating Instructions .................................................. 5

Understanding the Control Panel ................................ 6

“Start” Button ...................................................................................... 6

“Stop” Button ........................................................................................ 6

Standard Wash Cycle .................................................. 7

Filling the System ................................................................................ 7

Adding Detergents & Sanitizers ........................................................... 7

Manual Chemical Dispensing ........................................................... 7

Starting and stopping the wash action ................................................. 8

Introducing Pots and Pans to the Power Soak ................................ ..... 8

Properly Scrapping Pots and Pans ...................................................... 8

Loading and Using the Wash Sink ....................................................... 8

Loading and Washing Utensils ............................................................ 9

Unloading the Wash Sink ..................................................................... 9

Rinsing Pots and Pans....................................................................... 10

Sanitizing Pots & Pans....................................................................... 10

Drying of Pots & Pans ........................................................................ 10

Deep Cleaning Cycle ................................................. 11

Filling the system ............................................................................... 12

Adding Detergents & Sanitizers ......................................................... 12

Manual Chemical Dispensing ......................................................... 12

Starting and stopping the wash action ............................................... 12

Introducing Wares to the Power Soak ............................................... 12

Properly Scrapping Pots and Pans .................................................... 12

Rinsing ............................................................................................... 13

Sanitizing ........................................................................................... 13

Drying of Pots & Pans ........................................................................ 13

Wash, Rinse and Sanitizer Clean-Up ........................ 14

Preventive Maintenance ............................................. 15

Daily ................................................................................................... 16

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

Troubleshooting .......................................................... 17

Facility Owner/Manager Section ............................... 18

Wash Pump Will Not Operate ............................................................ 18

Authorized Service Agency Section .......................... 19

Wash Pump Will Not Operate ............................................................ 20

Overload trips .................................................................................... 20

Component Operation and Checks ........................... 21

Push ON / Push OFF Start and Stop Buttons .................................... 21

Liquid Level Control and Sensor ........................................................ 21

Pump Contactor ................................................................ ................. 22

Thermal Overload .............................................................................. 22

Installation .................................................................. 23

Electrical Requirements ..................................................................... 24

Plumbing Requirements ..................................................................... 25

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PS-100

Introduction and Conventions

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Product Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Power Soak ware washing system.
Your new Power Soak pot, pan and utensil washing system will provide

years of dependable, efficient and trouble-free service.
As a Power Soak owner, you will benefit in numerous ways:

 Your ware washing operation will be more efficient.
 Pots, pans and utensils will be cleaner.
 The overall level of sanitation in your scullery area will improve.
 Ware washing hours will decrease as employee morale increases.
 Chemical and water usage will decrease.

Every system is manufactured to last, with high-quality, heavy-duty, 14
gauge stainless steel used in its construction. All electrical components in a
Power Soak system are of the highest quality. The faucets and drains are
designed for quick filling and emptying of the system's sinks.

At Power Soak Systems, we take pride in manufacturing the Power Soak
line and are committed to standing behind our customers and products
100%. Should you ever need assistance, please contact us directly at the
factory by dialing [phone] or fax: [phone].

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Explanation of Warning Messages

Be sure to read, understand and follow all DANGER, WARNING, and
CAUTION messages located in this guide and on the equipment.

Danger

Personal Injury and Property Damage hazard.
May result in serious injury or death.
May cause extensive equipment damage

Warning

Property Damage Hazard.
May result in property or equipment damage.

Chemical Hazard

May result in serious injury or death. Instructions, labels and
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) should be supplied
with all detergents and sanitizing chemicals. The
manufacturers, importers and distributors of your cleaning
chemicals are responsible for providing this information.

Power Soak Systems is not a chemical manufacturer, importer or
distributor. Power Soak Systems, Inc. can assist your chemical
representative but will not make specific brand recommendations.

Personal Injury Hazard

Hazard from sharp objects.
May result in serious injury or death.

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The Power Soak wash tank requires a low-foaming,
metal/aluminum-safe detergent that is safe for the
hands. The detergent should have good grease cutting
abilities but not have an excessively high pH level.

The Power Soak wash tank requires a low-foaming,
metal/aluminum-safe chemical.

Requirements for Detergents and Sanitizers

Detergents

Improper detergents may damage equipment! Use of the correct detergent
in your Power Soak system is critical to its washing performance. If you are
having problems with cleaning results, please contact Power Soak
Systems.

Sanitizers

The method of sanitizing used in your Power Soak system is a "chemical
sanitizing" method. There are a number of products on the market that
work well. Your chemical sales representative should assist you in
selecting the proper sanitizer for your application.

Check with your cleaning chemical provider to determine detergent
concentration, sanitizer "parts per million" (ppm) and sanitizer submersion
times to meet local health codes.

Factory Assistance

If your chemical sales representative is having difficulty selecting a
detergent or sanitizer, or if you are getting poor results with the chemicals
your representative has recommended, please contact the Power Soak
Systems at [phone].

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PS-100

Operating Instructions

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