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Big Dipper® IS Point Source Automatic
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5.35 in
135.9 mm
5.38 in
136.5 mm
17.50 in
444.5 mm
31.40 in
797.6 mm
3.00 in
76.2 mm
17.50 in
444.5 mm
23.38 in
593.7 mm
23.10 in
586.7 mm
12.50 in
317.5 mm
28.40 in
721.4 mm
8.75 in
222.3 mm
23.38 in
593.7 mm
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31.40 in
797.6 mm
17.50 in
444.5 mm
23.38 in
593.7 mm
8.75 in
222.3 mm
Grease Removal Systems
W-350-IS Specications
MOTOR/DIGITAL CONTROL
ENCLOSURE
3” (75 mm) PIPE
INLET/OUTLET
17.75 in
450.9 mm
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FEATURES:
• Fully automatic self cleaning cycle. Removes
collected grease & oils from tank without any
operator assistance. Comes complete with 24hour Digital Control and Grease Collector.
• Constructed of corrosion resistant materials
suitable for installation in virtually any location.
Attractive sanitary Stainless Steel exterior.
• Integrated Motor/Grease Outlet/Heater/Lid
enables a fast, do-it-yourself unit operation
reversal.
• Compact footprint.
• Two (2) No-Hub Connectors provided.
31.75” (806 mm) CLEARANCE FROM
BOTTOM OF TANK REQUIRED FOR
STRAINER BASKET & LID REMOVAL
14.00 in
355.6 mm
INLET OUTLET
12.50 in
317.5 mm
GC-7
GREASE
COLLECTOR
8 QUART (7.6 L)
CAPACITY
28.40 in
721.4 mm
31.40 in
797.6 mm
SIDE VIEW
INLET OUTLET
TOP VIEW
23.10 in
586.7 mm
TECHNICAL DATA
Materials:
Electrical:
Maximum Inlet Flow Rate:
Number of Skimming Wheels:
Skimming Rate:
Grease Retention Capacity:
Internal Solids Strainer Capacity:
*For Additional Electrical Congurations, see Electrical Variations section on page 2.
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PO Box 2548 • Asheboro, N. C. 27204-2548 • Phone (336) 629-4651 • North America: (800) 633-4204
Exterior: 304 Stainless Steel, Bright Finish
Interior: Rotationally Molded Polyethylene
115 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 520 Watts (4.5 Amps)*
35 GPM (2.21 l/s)
20 Pounds (9.08 Kg) Per Hour
70+ Pounds (31.8 Kg)
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1.85 Gallons (7 L)
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Conforms to ASME Standard
ASME A112.14.3 and A112.14.4
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Big Dipper® IS Point Source Automatic
Grease Removal Systems
W-350-IS Specications
4.00 in
101.6 mm
6.00 in
152.4 mm
17.85 in
453.4 mm
5.71 in
145.1 mm
4.00 in
101.6 mm
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Suggested Minimum Footprint Dimensions
6.00 in
152.4 mm
INLET OUTLET
GC-7 GREASE
COLLECTOR
Requirements
Allow a minimum of 14” (356 mm) clearance
from top of tank for removal of unit lid.
READ instruction manual included with system
before doing anything.
Install unit allowing for the minimum clearances shown.
Make sure the height above the
Internal Strainer Access Cover is enough to
remove the strainer.
Make piping connections with rubber “No Hub”
connectors (provided).
Keep outlet piping as straight as possible. Use
only “sweep” connections.
Install vent on outlet piping.
Fill the tank with water before energizing the
power to the motor and heater.
Set Programmable Time Controller for proper
operating times.
Do Not Install “P” trap on outlet connection of
tank. (Note: the unit already has an internal
gas trap).
Do Not Reduce pipe size on outlet piping.
Job Specication:
Grease and oils separator(s) shall be Thermaco Big Dipper automatic
grease/oil recovery system(s) as manufactured by Thermaco, Inc.,
NOTE: Drawing for reference only. Equipment must be installed in compliance with
all applicable laws, regulations and codes,
including plumbing codes. Installation should
be performed by a qualied plumber.
Asheboro, North Carolina as noted on plans.
Separator Specications:
Furnish and install ___ Thermaco Big Dipper Model No. W-350-IS, bright nish type 304 stainless steel exterior, rotationally
molded polyethylene interior automatic self-cleaning grease and oil recovery separator(s) for oor mounted or partially recessed
installation, PDI-G 101 and ASME A112.14.3-rated at 35 gallons per minute (2.21 l/s) peak ow, 70 pounds (31.8 Kg) of grease
capacity and including as an integral part of the unit, 1 rotating gear hydrophobic wheel assembly for automatic grease/oil
removal, an integral ow control device, self-regulating enclosed electric immersion heater, a vessel vent, an integral gas trap,
a digital control for programmable operation, a eld reversible motor location, a eld reversible grease/oil sump outlet, quick
release stainless steel lid clamps, a gasketted and fully removable 304 stainless steel lid, a lift-out strainer basket access,
an internal stainless steel strainer basket for collection of coarse solids, and a separate grease and oils collection container.
Electric assembly shall be tested to comply with pertinent sections of the Standards for Safety ANSI/UL 73 and/or ANSI/UL
1004. Electric motor equipped with overload protection. Two (2) no-hub connectors for plumbing connection provided.
Electrical Variations:
W-350-IS: 115V 50/60Hz, 520 Watts (4.5 Amps)
W-350-IS-E: 230V 50/60Hz, 520 Watts (2.3 Amps)
©2015 Thermaco, Inc. • All rights reserved • Patented/Patents Pending • Specications subject to change without notice
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PO Box 2548 • Asheboro, N. C. 27204-2548 • Phone (336) 629-4651 • North America: (800) 633-4204
info@thermaco.com • www.big-dipper.com
01/15