Thermaco W-500-IS User Manual
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17.50 in
444.5 mm
37.40 in
950.0 mm
3.00 in
76.2 mm
12.50 in
317.5 mm
34.40 in
873.8 mm
23.10 in
586.7 mm
5.35 in
135.9 mm
23.38 in
593.7 mm
17.50 in
444.5 mm
8.75 in
222.3 mm
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17.50 in
444.5 mm
37.40 in
950.0 mm
3.00 in
76.2 mm
8.75 in
222.3 mm
MOTOR/DIGITAL CONTROL
ENCLOSURE
3” (75 mm) PIPE
INLET/OUTLET
17.75 in
450.9 mm
14.00 in
355.6 mm
12.50 in
317.5 mm
Big Dipper® IS Point Source Automatic
Grease Removal Systems
W-500-IS Specications
31.75” (806 mm) CLEARANCE FROM
BOTTOM OF TANK REQUIRED FOR
STRAINER BASKET & LID REMOVAL
GC-7
GREASE
INLET
COLLECTOR
8 QUART (7.6 L)
CAPACITY
34.40 in
873.8 mm
37.40 in
950.0 mm
OUTLET
23.10 in
586.7 mm
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FEATURES:
• Fully automatic self cleaning cycle. Removes
collected grease & oils from tank without any
operator assistance. Comes complete with
INLET OUTLET
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.
TECHNICAL DATA
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Materials:
Exterior: 304 Stainless Steel, Bright Finish
Interior: Rotationally Molded Polyethylene
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.
115 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 520 Watts (4.5 Amps)*
50 GPM (3.15 l/s)
20 Pounds (9.08 Kg) Per Hour
100+ Pounds (45.4 Kg)
2.5 Gallons (9.5 L)
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PO Box 2548 • Asheboro, N. C. 27204-2548 • Phone (336) 629-4651 • North America: (800) 633-4204
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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
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Grease Removal Systems
W-500-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
34.40 in
873.8 mm
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-500-IS, bright nish type 304 stainless steel exterior, rotation-
ally molded polyethylene interior automatic self-cleaning grease and oil recovery separator(s) for oor mounted or partially
recessed installation, rated at 50 gallons per minute (3.15 l/s) peak ow, 100 pounds (31.8 Kg) of grease capacity and includ-
ing 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-500-IS: 115V 50/60Hz, 520 Watts (4.5 Amps)
W-500-IS-E: 230V 50/60Hz, 520 Watts (2.3 Amps)
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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
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