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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Operating Instructions

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Understanding the Control Panel

“Start” Button

The “Start” button is used to start the normal Power

Soak wash cycle.

“Stop” Button

The “Stop” button is used to stop the wash cycle.

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Standard Wash Cycle

The standard wash cycle should be used for general purpose washing
during operation hours.

Filling the System

At the beginning of each day, shift, or designated time fill the sinks with
water that is metered to approximately the correct operating temperatures:

 Wash sink (115F / 48C)
 Rinse sink (75F / 24C)
 Sanitizer sink (75F - 120F / 24C - 49C)

All sinks should be filled to, but not above, the “waterline” marks.
Fill the wash sink (the sink with the water jets) with water that is

approximately 115F / 48C. You can use the hot and cold taps on the
faucet to adjust the water to the appropriate temperature. A good rule of
thumb is that the water should be hot to the touch but not so hot that it is
uncomfortable.

If your method for rinsing wares is of the “submersion” type, fill the rinse
sink (middle sink) with water that is approximately room temperature,
75F/24C. There is no need to fill the rinse sink if your location uses a
sprayer for rinsing wares.

Fill the sanitizer sink (the last sink) with water that is approximately room
temperature, 75F - 120F / 24C - 49C.

Adding Detergents & Sanitizers

Manual Chemical Dispensing

After the sinks have been filled with water, add the proper amount of
detergent and sanitizer. The detergent goes into the wash sink (the sink
with the water jets) and the sanitizer goes into the sanitizer sink (the last
sink).

Be sure to add the proper amount of chemicals to each sink. The amount
to be used should be provided by your chemical supplier. Do not add the
detergent or sanitizer to the sink prior to or during filling.

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Most detergents and sanitizers lose effectiveness as time goes on. Some
local health departments have requirements limiting the amount of time
water can be used for cleaning before the water should be changed. Most
chemical companies recommend changing wash water after a certain time
frame. Those times vary, but are generally around four hours. Check with
your chemical provider.

Check with your chemical provider on how often to replace your sanitizer.

Starting and stopping the wash action

To start the wash action, press the green “START” button. A strong
“rolling” action should be present.

To stop the wash action, press the red “STOP” button.

Introducing Pots and Pans to the Power Soak

Dirty pots and pans should be brought to the Power Soak in a timely
manner. Do not allow items to sit and air dry. The quicker that items are
brought to the Power Soak and put in the wash tank, the easier they are to
clean!

Properly Scrapping Pots and Pans

Excess soils should be removed from the pots and pans prior to dropping
them in the wash sink.

Deposit the excess soils into a garbage can.
Some systems may have an optional pre-scrapping area with a pre-rinse

spray. If so, soils may be deposited into the scrapper sink.

Loading and Using the Wash Sink

The Power Soak is a “random loading” system. This means that Power
Soak items are not racked for washing. Instead, they are randomly loaded
one at a time.

As items are brought to the system and scrapped, they should be
immediately dropped into the wash sink.

If there is no movement of items in the wash sink, or if items are stationary
above the waterline, the system has been overloaded and some items
must be removed to maintain effective cleaning.

It is very important not to overload the wash sink, as it reduces the
effectiveness of the wash action.

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Do not place knives or other sharp objects in the Power
Soak. Allowing knives or other sharp objects to tumble
freely in the Power Soak tank may cause bodily injury.

Knives and other sharp objects must be washed by
hand with the pump motor turned OFF. Wash, rinse
and sanitize the knives or sharp objects and
immediately place them into proper storage.

Some pots and pans stack for storage. This is referred to as “nesting”

when it occurs during a Power Soak wash cycle. Make sure that nested
items are separated and loaded one at a time. Nested items in the wash
sink will not properly wash.

Power Soak is a “continuous motion” system. This means that the system
does not operate on a set cycle time like cabinet-type washing systems.
Instead, during normal operating hours where washing is required, the
system is (normally) left running. The Power Soak is energy efficient, and
it does not cause excessive wear to leave it running continuously.

Typically, it takes between three to fifteen minutes to wash items. Some
heavily soiled or burnt-on items may take longer to clean.

Loading and Washing Utensils

Each Power Soak system comes with a utensil basket that hangs in the
wash sink. All utensils and other small wares should be loaded into and
washed inside this basket.

Unloading the Wash Sink

The employee responsible for pot washing should routinely pass by the
Power Soak and remove clean items from the wash sink.

Items that are not 100% clean can be quickly finished off with a scrub pad
or dropped back into the wash sink for additional cleaning.

Remember: it is not necessary to turn the wash action off to load or unload
items from the wash sink. There are no moving parts within the wash sink
that could cause bodily harm and tumbling action can assist in unloading
items.

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Rinsing Pots and Pans

Clean items that have been removed from the wash sink should be
thoroughly rinsed. This is achieved by spraying them off or dipping them in
the rinse sink (center).

It is important that any remaining detergent residue is removed from the
items prior to sanitizing.

If items are rinsed by the "dipping" method, it is important to keep the water
"fresh" by frequently draining and filling the rinse sink.

Once items are rinsed, immediately place in sanitize tank. Do not allow
items to sit in rinse tank.

Sanitizing Pots & Pans

After items have been properly rinsed they must be sanitized in the
sanitizing sink. (last).

It is necessary for each item to remain submersed in the sanitizing solution
for a specific amount of time. The amount of time varies according to the
type of sanitizer being used and local health codes.

Be sure to follow your chemical sales representative's instructions to
ensure that all items are properly sanitized.

Drying of Pots & Pans

After items have been sanitized, they should be thoroughly dried on a
clean drain board or on adjacent drying shelves.

Be sure to adhere to all local health codes and recommendations for
proper drying and stacking of items.

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The “Deep Cleaning” cycle is not suitable for standard
washing. The operating temperature of the wash tank
is above the temperature suitable for hands. Also, the
chemicals used during a deep cleaning cycle may be
harmful for extended human exposure.

Deep Cleaning Cycle

Extremely soiled items and cooking equipment components that require
regular, intensive cleaning can be washed in the Power Soak system
overnight.

Use your Power Soak as a "total cleaning system!" Remember, any item in
your operation that can be submersed for cleaning and is not fragile can be
washed in your Power Soak!

Here are some examples of items that are typically deep-cleaned overnight
in the "Night Wash" cycle:

 Hood Filters
 Roasting Pans
 Stove Tops
 Frying Equipment
 Items with built up soils

Many other items in your operation may qualify. Be creative and set up a
regular "Night Wash" program for improved sanitation.

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Filling the system

At the end of the day or during an operational break, you may fill the wash

sink for a deep cleaning cycle.

 Wash sink (128F / 53C)
 Rinse sink – no fill needed
 Sanitizer sink – no fill needed

Fill the wash tank to the “waterline” marks.
Fill the wash sink (the sink with the water jets) with water that is

approximately 128F / 53C. You can use the hot and cold taps on the
faucet to adjust the water to the appropriate temperature.

There is no need to fill the rinse and sanitize tanks.

Adding Detergents & Sanitizers

Chose a deep cleaning chemical that is appropriate for the soils on the
items you are deep cleaning

Manual Chemical Dispensing

After the sinks have been filled with water, add the proper amount of deep
cleaning chemical into the wash tank.

Be sure to add the proper amount of chemicals to the wash sink. The
amount to be used should be provided by your chemical supplier. Do not
add chemicals to the sink prior to or during filling.

Starting and stopping the wash action

To start the wash action, press the green “DEEP CLEANING CYCLE”
button. A strong “rolling” action should be present.

To stop the wash action, press the red “STOP” button.

Introducing Wares to the Power Soak

Add all items to the wash sink as desired. Be comfortable that your load is
capable of tumbling or remaining in the Power Soak system unattended.

It is very important not to overload the wash sink as it reduces the
effectiveness of the wash action.

Properly Scrapping Pots and Pans

Excess soils should be removed from the items prior to dropping/placing
them in the wash sink. Deposit the excess soils into a garbage can.

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Rinsing

Items that have been through the deep cleaning cycle may need to be
rinsed. They can be rinsed by draining the wash tank and rinsing directly
in the wash tank or any other appropriate method.

Sanitizing

It may be desirable to sanitize items that have been through the deep
cleaning cycle. Fill the sanitize sink, the proper chemical should dispense
and the items can be sanitized using conventional methods.

Drying of Pots & Pans

After items have been sanitized, they should be thoroughly dried on a
clean drain board or on adjacent drying shelves.

Be sure to adhere to all local health codes and recommendations for
proper drying and stacking of items.

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Wash, Rinse and Sanitizer Clean-Up

Between each water change and at the end of each night, all tanks and
drain boards should be thoroughly cleaned with hot, soapy water and
rinsed.

It is also recommended to wipe down all the tanks and drain boards with a
sanitizing agent. Ask your chemical provider to recommend a sanitizer for
this application.

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Preventive Maintenance

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IMPORTANT: Turn off the power to the unit at the main
breaker prior to performing the following task!

If the liquid level sensors are not cleaned regularly, the
machine may fail to operate; or it may be possible to
run it without water, which may cause serious damage
to the unit.

Your system requires minimal, routine preventive maintenance. The
following procedures should be done on a routine basis to ensure that your
system remains reliable:

Daily

Clean the liquid level sensors. These sensors are located on the side walls
of the wash and sanitizer tanks. They are the white plastic discs with metal
centers. Clean the sensor faces thoroughly. If cleaned regularly, a
washcloth and soapy water are all that is required.

Monthly

Clean the pump motor fan shroud with a damp, soapy rag. The motor
shroud is the "vented" cover located at the end of the motor (closest to the
control panel). This will prevent grease and dust from accumulating in the
cover's openings, which can obstruct the airflow that cools the motor.

De-lime the wash sink. Simply add a de-liming agent to a sink of warm,
fresh water and run the system overnight.

Ask your chemical sales representative to recommend a specific de-liming
agent.

There are no other preventive maintenance procedures that you will need
to perform on your Power Soak system. You need not be concerned about
greasing the motor bearings as they are permanently sealed. If you have
any questions regarding the preventive maintenance procedures, please
contact the factory at [phone].

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Troubleshooting

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The only troubleshooting procedure that the facility
owner or manager can perform is listed immediately
below. All other procedures must be performed by an
authorized service agency. To obtain the name of a
recommended service agent in your area, please call
the Power Soak Service Department at (816) 222-

2400.

Facility Owner/Manager Section

Wash Pump Will Not Operate

Refer to the following troubleshooting guidelines:

 Check to make sure the main electrical power breaker for the Power

Soak system is in the “ON” position.

 Check to make sure the wash sink is filled to the waterline.
 Check to make sure that the liquid level sensors are clean and free

of any debris or grease. The liquid level sensors are located on the
side walls of the wash (the white plastic disc with a metal center).

If the above trouble shooting procedures do not correct the problem, you
must contact Power Soak Systems, Inc., or an authorized service agency
at [phone].

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Hazard to untrained or unauthorized personnel.
The following procedures are provided for use only by

an authorized service agency. No facility owner,
manager, employee or other unauthorized person
should attempt to perform any of these procedures. To
obtain the name of a recommended service agent in
your area, please call the Metcraft, Inc. Power Soak
Service Department at [phone].

When performing troubleshooting procedures, the
authorized service agency will need to open the Power
Soak system's main electrical enclosure.

Properly close the control panel before reconnecting
the circuits.

Authorized Service Agency Section

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Refer to the previous checklist under the “Facility

Owner / Manager Section” before proceeding to the

following checklist items:

LOOK FOR CORRECTION

1 No water in sink Fill sink with water

2 LIQUID LEVEL SENSOR dirty Clean LIQUID LEVEL SENSOR

3 No incoming power to unit

Reset customer's breaker in
breaker control panel

4 Loose wires Tighten wires

5 LIQUID LEVEL SENSOR setting is too low See page 21

6 Defective LIQUID LEVEL CONTROL Checek and replace as necessary

LOOK FOR CORRECTION

1 Low voltage to unit Check with Volt meter whie running

2 Debris in PUMP intake Clean

3 Debris in IMPELLER Remove PUMP and clean

4 Defective CONTACTOR Check and replace as necessary

5 Defective OVERLOAD Check and replace as necessary

6 Defective PUMP MOTOR

If amp draw is greater than 10% of motor rating
and all of above check out, then replace MOTOR

Wash Pump Will Not Operate

Overload trips

If the above troubleshooting guidelines do not correct the problem, contact
Power Soak Systems at [phone].

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The following checks should only be performed by
qualified technicians using extreme caution.

Electrical hazard to untrained personnel may result in
electrical shock, burns, or death.

Component Operation and Checks

Push ON / Push OFF Start and Stop Buttons

TURN POWER OFF AT BREAKER PANEL. The stop button should have
continuity at rest and no continuity when pushed in. The start button should
have no continuity at rest and continuity when pushed in. Remove the
wires before checking for continuity.

Liquid Level Control and Sensor

The liquid level control sends a trickle current (1/1000 amp) out terminal
LCO to the liquid level sensor. If there is water in the wash sink, the
current passes through it to the wash sink wall and back to the liquid level
sensor to terminal GND. After the circuit is complete, the relay in the liquid
level control will close sending current to operate the various components
in the control panel. If the red indicator light is “on” the liquid level control
senses water. A 10 second time delay is timed after the control has not
sensed water. The purpose of this delay is to prevent rapid cycling of the
relay should the water rise and fall below the sensor while the sink is filling
or running. At the end of the time delay, the relay in the liquid level control
will open to stop the pump.

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Pump Contactor

The thermal overload can be checked as follows:
If there is 208-230v across the coil (terminals A1 and A2) and the contactor

does not pull in, the contactor is defective.
TURN POWER OFF AT BREAKER PANEL.
Remove the wires from terminals T1 and T2 on the thermal overload.
Push the contactor closed manually and check for continuity across pump

contactor terminals L1 and T1, L2 and T2, L3 and T3. If no continuity on
any of these, the contactor is defective.

Thermal Overload

The blue reset button should be in the down position (automatic reset).
The dial should be set at 13. The trip indicator is located between the dial
and the symbols "LR2".

The thermal overload can be checked as follows:
TURN POWER OFF AT BREAKER PANEL. Remove the wires from

terminals 95 and 96.
Make sure the thermal overload is not tripped. If the thermal overload is

tripped, reset it. If the thermal overload has tripped recently, you may have
to wait several minutes for it to cool down before it will reset.

Check for continuity across terminals 95 and 96. If no continuity, the
thermal overload is defective or the reset is tripped.

Make sure the T1, T2, and T3 terminals on the pump contactor are tight.
Remove the wires from terminal T1 and T3 on the thermal overload.
Check for continuity across T1 on the pump contactor and T1 on the

overload, T2 on the pump contactor and T2 on the overload, T3 on the
pump contactor and T3 on the overload. If no continuity on any of these,
the overload is defective.

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Installation

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The installation and initial operational check of your
new system must be performed only by licensed and
certified plumbers and electricians.

Be sure to follow all applicable national and local
electrical codes when installing the electrical supply
and/or a new breaker. DO NOT connect the system
using a power cord and plug or an extension cord of
any kind.

Please refer to the detailed installation instructions that were sent with your
Power Soak system.

Electrical Requirements

The electrical requirements of your new system are on the serial number
plate located on the front of the wash sink, adjacent to the control panel
enclosure and inside the enclosure itself.

All Power Soak systems have a single point electrical connection, and a
dedicated circuit is required.

The system is completely pre-wired and tested at the factory, and a hard­wired connection from an appropriate power source junction box is all that
is required.

The installer is to provide a disconnect that should be incorporated in the
fixed wiring.

Properly sized watertight conduit, fittings and parts are required, as well as
the appropriate gauge wire.

If your system is a “left-to-right” unit, you should locate the power source
junction box at the left end of the system. (The opposite would be true for a
“right-to-left” system.)

Ideally, the junction box should be located on the wall directly behind the
pump motor and control panel.

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A wiring diagram is located in the system’s control panel enclosure.
Specific part numbers and part information can be obtained from the
factory by calling [phone].

Plumbing Requirements

Your unit requires the following plumbing connections:

 3/4” (19mm) or 1/2” (12 mm) hot and cold water supply lines.
 One waste water connection for each sink (minimum 1 1/2” / 38mm).
 Installing PLUMBING PROFESSIONAL is responsible for complying

with all local plumbing codes.

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Power Soak is a registered trademark of Cantrell Industries, Inc.

The Power Soak concept and design is fully patented.

Power Soak Systems. Inc.

903 East 104th Street, Suite 130

Kansas City, MO 64131

Phone [phone] Fax [phone]

[phone]

www.powersoak.com

Part#: 33474

Rev: Rev 2

Rev Date: Joshua Huisenga1/22/2010

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