Wascomat Flex-O-Matic FL 125, Flex-O-Matic FL 185 Operating & Maintenance Manual

WARNING: ALL OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES SHOWN ON THE NEXT
PAGE OF THIS MANUAL MUST BE FOLLOWED DAILY FOR PROPER OPERATION OF
YOUR WASCOMAT MACHINE.

PLEASE ENTER THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AS IT APPEARS ON THE MACHINE(S)
DATA PLATE(S).

MAKE CERTAIN TO KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.

MACHINE TYPE OR MODEL

MACHINE SERIAL NUMBER(S)

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS:________ VOLTS, _______ PHASE,_______ HZ.

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE MANUAL

WASCOMAT FLEX-O-MATIC FL 125
WASCOMAT FLEX-O-MATIC FL 185

438 9030-05/01

97.44

From machine No. FL125 96/28012-

FL185 96/13445-

NOTICE TO: OWNERS, OPERATORS AND DEALERS OF WASCOMAT MACHINES

II

IMPROPER INSTALLATION AND INADEQUATE MAINTENANCE, POOR HOUSEKEEPING AND WILLFUL
NEGLECT OR BYPASSING OF SAFETY DEVICES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS ACCIDENTS OR INJURY.
TO ASSURE THE SAFETY OF CUSTOMERS AND/OR OPERATORS OF YOUR MACHINE, THE FOLLO­WING MAINTENANCE CHECKS MUST BE PERFORMED ON A DAILY BASIS.

1. Prior to operation of the machine, check to make certain that all operating instructions and
warning signs are affixed to the machine and legible. (See the following page of this manual
for description and location of the signs.) Missing or illegible ones must be replaced imme­diately. Be sure you have spare signs and labels available at all times. These can be obtai­ned from your dealer or Wascomat.

2. Check the door safety interlock, as follows:
(a) OPEN THE DOOR of the machine and attempt to start in the normal manner:

For FL models, insert a program card, turn the starter knob to the Start
position and place the ON-OFF switch in the ON position.

THE MACHINE(S) SHOULD NOT START !

(b) CLOSE THE DOOR to start machine operation and, while it is operating, attempt to

open the door without exerting extreme force on the door handle. The door should
remain locked!

If the machine can start with the door open, or can continue to operate with the door
unlocked, the door interlock is no longer operating properly. The machine must be
placed out of order and the interlock immediately replaced.
(See the door interlock section of the manual.)

3. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES ATTEMPT TO BYPASS OR REWIRE ANY OF
THE MACHINE SAFETY DEVICES AS THIS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS ACCIDENTS.

4. Be sure to keep the machine(s) in proper working order: Follow all maintenance and
safety procedures. Further information regarding machine safety, service and parts can be
obtained from your dealer or from Wascomat through its Teletech Service Telephone - 516/
371-0700.

All requests for assistance must include the model, serial number and electrical characteristics as
they appear on the machine identification plate. Insert this information in the space provided on the
previous page of this manual.

5. WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE(S) WITH SAFETY DEVICES BYPASSED, REWIRED OR
INOPERATIVE! DO NOT OPEN MACHINE DOOR UNTIL DRUM HAS STOPPED ROTATING!

SAFETY AND WARNINGS SIGNS

Replace If Missing Or Illegible

One or more of these signs must be affixed on each machine as indica­ted, when not included as part of the front instruction panel.

LOCATED ON THE OPERATING INSTRUCTION SIGN OF THE MACHINE:

LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE MACHINE:

INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE WARNINGS

1. This machine MUST be securely bolted according to the installation instruction to
reduce the risk of fire and to prevent serious injury, or damage to the machine.

Pour reduire les risques d'incendie, fixer cet appareil sur un plancher beton sans
revetement.

2. If installed on a floor of combustible material, the floor area below this machine must be
covered by a metal sheet extending to the outer edges of the machine.

3. This machine MUST be connected to a dedicated electrical circuit to which no other
lightning unit or general purpose receptacle is connected. Use copper conductor only.

Utiliser seulement des conducteurs en cuivre.

4. This machine MUST be serviced and operated in compliance with manufacturer's
instructions. CHECK DOOR LOCKS EVERY DAY FOR PROPER OPERATION TO PRE­VENT INJURY OR DAMAGE. IF THE DOOR LOCK FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY,
PLACE THE MACHINE OUT OF ORDER UNTIL THE PROBLEM IS CORRECTED.

5. Disconnect power prior to servicing of machine.

Deconnecter cet appareil del'alimentation avant de proceder a l'entretien.

6. To remove top panel, first remove screws at the rear. When remounting the top,
reinstall them. To remove the top panel on models on which it is secured by one or two
keylocks, use the keys originally shipped in the drum package. Be certain to relock
after remounting the top panel.

MANUFACTURED BY WASCATOR

DISTRIBUTED BY WASCOMAT INWOOD, NEW YORK, USA

LOCATED ON THE DOOR:

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN DOOR
UNTIL PROGRAM HAS FINISHED AND
DRUM HAS STOPPED ROTATING.

WARNING !

471 7651-17

CAUTION

1. Do not open washer door until cycle is completed, operating
light is off, and wash cylinder has stopped rotating.

2. Do not tamper with the door safety switch or door lock.

3. Do not attempt to open door or place hands into washer to
remove or add clothes during operation. This can cause

serious injury.

MACHINE SHOULD NOT BE USED BY CHILDREN

PRECAUCION

1. No abra la puerta de la máquina lavadora sino hasta que la
máquina haya terminado su ciclo, la luz operativa esté apaga
da y el cilindro de lavado haya completamento terminado de
girar.

2. No interferia o manipule el switch o la cerradura de la puerta.

3. No trate de abrir la puerta o meta las manos dentro de la
máquina para meter o sacar ropa mientras la máquina está
en operación, pues puede resultar seriamento herido.

LAS MÁQUINAS NO DEBEN SER USADAS POR NIÑOS

If you need to order more safety or warning
signs, call Wascomat's parts department at
516-371-2000, or call your local dealer.

471 76 62-02

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FLEX-O-MATIC FL 125, FL 185

Contents

Introduction ......................................................................1

Technical data.................................................................. 2

Installation ........................................................................ 5

Safety rules ....................................................................16

Mechanical and electrical design ...................................17

Procedure for use...........................................................35

Card programming .........................................................39

Maintenance...................................................................44

Trouble-shooting ............................................................45

Safety instructions

• This machine is designed for water washing only.

• This machine must not be used by children.

• All installation operations are to be carried out by qualified
personnel. Licensed personnel are necessary for all electrical
power wiring.

• The interlock of the door must be checked daily for proper
operation and must not be bypased.

• All seepage in the system, due to faulty gaskets etc., must be
repaired immediately.

• All service personnel must be fully familiar with the operating
manual before attempting any repair or maintenance of the
machine.

• This machine must not be sprayed with water, otherwise short
circuiting may occur.

• Fabric softeners with volatile or inflammable fluids are not to
be used in the machine.

The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to design and
material specifications.

1

Introduction

Introduction

The Flex-O-Matic models washer/extractors have been developed to cover
the heavy duty requirements of hotels, motels, nursing homes, hospitals,
professional laundries, restaurants, airlines, ships, schools, colleges and all
on-premises laundries where flexibility and quick formula variation coupled
with high quality automatic washing are required.

The card-programmed FL-model allows for complete programming of water
temperatures (only heated machines), water levels, wash and extraction
periods and supply injections. The machine is designed for connection to
hot and cold water supplies and may be used with free-standing powder or
liquid supply injectors which can be activated by signals from the machine.

All parts of the machine which come into contact with the items being
washed are made of heavy gauge surgical stainless steel, ensuring long life
and lasting beauty, as well as full protection for no-iron fabrics. All electrical
components are made accessible for servicing by simply removing the top
panel.

This manual contains a technical description of the machine and instruc­tions for its installation, operation and maintenance. Together with the
wiring diagram which accompanies each individual machine it should be
kept in a safe place for easy reference.

When ordering spare parts or contacting Wascomat or your dealer for any
purpose always give the machine serial number, model, voltage and other
electrical characteristics appearing on the dataplate at the rear of the
machine.

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Fig.

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2

Technical data

Technical data FL 125

Dry load capacity up to 16 kg 35 lbs
Dimensions Width 745 mm 29 5/16 in

Depth (at the top) 915 mm 36 in
Height 1196 mm 47 1/16 in
Net weight 210 kg 463 lbs
Dyn force 2.4 ± 4.8 kN 576 ±

1192 lbs force

Inner drum Diameter 620 mm 24 1/2 in

Depth 520 mm 20 1/2 in
Volume 157 litre 5.65 cu.ft

Speed of rotation Wash 52 r.p.m.

Extraction 500 r.p.m.

G-factor During wash 0.9

During extraction 87

Motor speed During wash 330 r.p.m.

During extraction 3450 r.p.m.

Rated output power Motor, wash, 300 W

0.4 HP

Motor, extract. 3-phase 1300 W

1.8 HP

Motor, wash 1-phase 280 W

0.4 HP

Motor, extract. 1-phase 1300 W

1.8 HP

Voltage requirements Choice:

208-240 V 1-Phase 60 Hz or
208-240 V 3-Phase 60 Hz

Overcurrent protection Three-phase 15 A

Single-phase 20 A

Water connections

Recommended water pressure 2 - 6 kp/cm

2

25 - 85 psi
Hose connection, water DN 20 3/4"
Hose connection, drain 74 mm 3"
Recommended steam pressure 4-6 kp/cm 50-85 psi

(Optional steam heating)
Hose connection, steam DN15 1/2''

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Technical data

Technical data FL 185

Dry load capacity up to 23 kg 50 lbs
Dimensions Width 827 mm 32 9/16 in

Depth (at the top) 960 mm 37 13/16 ın
Height 1315 mm 51 3/4 in
Net weight 264kg 582 lbs
Dyn force 3.1 ± 5.2 kN 744 ±

1248 lbs force

Inner drum Diameter 700 mm 27 9/16 in

Depth 600 mm 23 5/8 in
Volume 230 litre 8.1 cu.ft

Speed of rotation Wash 45 r.p.m.

Extraction 455 r.p.m.

G-factor During wash 0.8

During extraction 81

Motor speed During wash 360 r.p.m.

During extraction 3480 r.p.m.

Rated output power Motor, wash, 3-phase 400 W 0.55 HP

Motor, extract, 3-phase 2000 W 2.7 HP
Motor, wash 1-phase 400 W 0.55 HP
Motor, extract, 1-phase 1800 W 2.4 HP

Voltage requirements Choice:

208-240 V 3-Phase 60 Hz or 208-240 V 1 -phase 60 Hz

Overcurrent protection Three-phase 15 A

Single-phase 20 A

Water connections

Recommended water pressure 2-6 kp/cm

2

25-85 psi
Hose connection, water DN 20 3/4"
Hose connection, drain 74 mm 3"
Recommended steam pressure 4-6 kp/cm 50-85 psi

(Optional steam heating)
Hose connection, steam DN15 1/2''

4

FL 125 FL 185

mm inches mm inches

A 1196 47 1/16 1315 51 3/4
B 465 18 5/16 540 21 1/4
C 745 29 5/16 827 32 9/16
D 915 36 960 37 13/16
E 205 8 1/16 205 8 1/16
F 160 6 5/16 160 6 5/16
G 1040 40 15/16 1160 45 5/8
H 1035 40 3/4 1155 45 1/2
J 100 3 15/16 100 3 15/16
K 270 10 5/8 260 10 1/4
L - - 295 11 5/8
M - - 1215 47 7/8
N 1135 44 11/16 1255 49 7/16

1 Drain outlet
2 Electrical connections
3 Cold water inlet
4 Hot water inlet

1852 b

Outline and dimensions

Technical data

FL 185

FL 125

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

K

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4

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4

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F

E

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M

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Installation

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Installation

Machine foundation

The machines are designed to be bolted in
position to a concrete floor or specially prepared
concrete foundation. A template showing the size
of the foundation and positioning of the
foundation bolts is delivered with each machine.

For installation on an existing concrete floor, the
floor must be at least 8" thick and of good quality.
If the floor does not meet these requirements,
then a 6-8" high concrete foundation should be
made. A prefabricated steel base is available for
mounting of machines without an additional
foundation.

Follow the instructions below when making a
concrete foundation:

1. Decide where to place the machine and
consider maintenance requirements, i.e.
determine a suitable distance from the rear of
the foundation to the wall, and the distance
from the foundation to the nearest side wall.
The distance should be at least 16 and 12
inches, respectively.

2. Break up the floor to a depth of 3 inches,
making sure that the sides of the hole slope
inwards - the bottom of the hole should be 5
inches longer than the upper length.

3. Wet the hole well. Brush the bottom and sides
with cement grout.

4. Prepare a casing and fill with concrete to form
foundation. Make sure the foundation is level.

5.

Use the template to position the foundation
bolts correctly - bolts are to extend 1 1/2"
above concrete.

NOTE: A prefabricated steel frame, designed
to be placed in the concrete instead of the
individual mounting bolts, is available.

Fig.

2

Fig.

3

Fig.

4

4

1132 b

E

H

G

F

I

D

ABC

B = machine outline to edge of

front panel

C, F = minimum foundation for single

machine

FL 125 FL 185

mm inches mm inches

A 508 20 600 23 2/3
B 915 36 960 37 13/16
C 965 38 1010 39 3/4
D 115 4 1/2 102 4
E 600 23 5/8 700 27 9/16
F 815 32 3/8 900 35 7/16
G 786 30 15/16 922 36 1/8
H 991 39 1090 42 7/8
I 281 11 236 9 7/16

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Installation

5

6

7

0274

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1133

Mechanical installation

• Before mounting the machine place wide steel
shims on the concrete foundation over the
bolts.

• Lift the machine and lower it in position.

Never
use the door or the door handle to lift or lower
the machine since this can damage the door
and door interlock.

• Check that the machine is level front-to-rear
and side-to-side and standing firmly on the
six supporting points. Spacing washers must
be used to take up space if one or more of
these points is not resting against the floor/
foundation.

• Place flat washers over the foundation bolts
and secure the machine in position by tighte­ning the self-locking nuts. See illustration 7
below.

• Check and tighten the nuts every week for the
first month to compensate for any setting of
the foundation.

selflocking
nut

flat washer

Fig.

5

Fig.

6

Fig.

7

7

Installation

Electrical installation

Although the machines are fitted with a thermal
overload in the motor windings, a separate three­phase common-trip circuit breaker must be
installed for all three-phase machines.

For proper overcurrent protection, check the data
plate at the rear of the machine. Also consult
local electrical code for special requirements.

Use inverse-time circuit breaker only.
Connect L1, L2, L3 and ground wires according

to the markings of the terminal block. The cable
is to hang in a large loose loop, supported by the
clip of the terminal block.

After installation, do the following for 3-phase
machines

Check the incoming power for a high voltage or
"stinger" leg. This will usually measure higher
than 150 Volts

to ground. If present, connect that

line to L2 on the terminal block.
Recommended overcurrent protection
FL 125 3-phase 15A max.

FL 125 1-phase 20A max.
FL 185 3-phase 15A max.
FL 185 1-phase 20A max.

Start the machine and check that the drum
rotates in the proper direction during extraction,
counter-clockwise when seen from the front. If
the drum rotates in the wrong direction interchar­ge line L1 and L3 at the power connection termi­nal.

1830

1838

1839

8

9

10

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8

Installation

13

11

12

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1870

Water and drain connection

NOTE

All plumbing must conform to national
and local plumbing codes.

Incoming water lines do not require non-return or
back-suction valves, as the machine is already
fitted with backflow prevention. However, all
incoming lines must be fitted with shut-off valves.

• Water inlets are labelled for hot and cold
water connection.

• Before connecting the water hoses flush the
water lines thoroughly and check that the filter
at the machine inlet is fitted correctly. This is
essential since dirt and grit in the water lines
may clog the inlet valve filter screens and/or
drian pilot valve, causing the machine to fill
very slowly or the drain valve not to operate
properly.

• Connect the machine to the water mains with
3/4" reinforced rubber hosing not to exceed 6
ft in length. Hang the hosing in a large loop.
Do not use rigid piping.

FL185

FL 125

FL 125

1846

hot water cold water

FL185

1844

hot water cold water hot water

(to detergent supply box)

Fig.

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Fig.

12

Fig.

13

9

Installation

Drain connection

Connect a 3" (75 mm) flexible drain hose to the
drain outlet of the machine.

The drain hose must not have sharp bends and
must slope from the machine to assure proper
drainage.If the machine(s) drain into an open
trough the trough should have a slope of 1/8"­1/4" per foot towards the main drain.

Note:

To simplify installation, Wascomat has made
availalble the following hose kits:

For FL 125 Partno. 002008
For FL 185 Partno. 002009

These kits contain inlet hoses, drain hose, hose
clamps and washers.

Steam connections (optional steam heating)

The steam supply to the machine should be fitted
with manual shut-off valves and filters to facilitate
installation and servicing.

Fit the filter supplied to the manual cut-off valve.
The connection hose must be of type ISO/1307-

1983 or equivalent. Connection size at filter: DN
15 (BSP 1/2'').

Steam pressure required:

• minimum: 10 psi (0.5 kp/cm

2

)

• maximum: 115 psi (8 kp/cm

2

)

Check that there are no sharp angles or bends in
the connection hose.

For steam pressures in excess of 85 psi, the
nozzle supplied should be installed between the
stem injector and the steam hose. The nozzle is
installed inside the steam injector.

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16

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Installation

Start-up and safety checklist

Before initial start-up of a Wascomat washer­extractor, the following safety checks must be
performed:

• Make sure the machine is properly bolted to
the floor.

• Make sure that all electrical and plumbing
connections have been made in accordance
with applicable local codes.

• Make sure that flexible water fill and drain
hoses of the proper length have been used to
avoid sags and kinks.

• Make sure the machine is properly grounded
electrically.

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Fig.

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17

18

11

1

2

Installing top-mount manifold for connection
of liquid supplies

Remove the cover and cover support from over
the soap box.

If comp 3 has a metal plate at the rear, bend it all
the way as shown.

Pull the manifold knobs up and forward.

1. Loosen both knobs so that one side of the
metal fingers underneath can slide under the
top lid of the machine, within the supply box.

2. Fit the supply manifold into the supply box so
that both sides are held securely in place by
the metal fingers.

Note:

If the supply manifold does not fit turn it aro­und. You have it in backwards.

Installation

19

1336

20

3649

21

3648

Fig.

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Fig.

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Fig.

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12

1. Drop the knob into the larger opening in the
supply manifold lid.

2. Tighten securely. Do not overtighten! Do not
use pliers or other tools to tighten the knobs!

1. Select the correct size rubber ring which will fit
snugly on the chemical tube you are using.
Ring A is used for tubes with Ø5/16''.

2. Use scissors or a razor to carefully cut out the
proper size rubber ring. Wrap the rubber ring
around each tube after threading each tube
through the strain relief. Run the tube through
the compression nut to the bottom of the soap
box compartment. Cut the end of the tube at
an angle. Hand tighten the strain relief on to
the compression nut.

Separate lid which gives possibilities to add
powder detergent in compartment 1.

Installation

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24

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3641

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3643

Fig.

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Fig.

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Cut to fit
on tube

2

1

Multi-rubber ring

Strain relief

A

B

Compression
nut

Rubber
rings

Supply manifold

Fig.

24

13

Alternate LIQUID/POWDER
Electrical connection

At the rear of the machine, next to the electrical
connection block there will be either a single one
or a pair of quick-disconnect connectors,
depending on the date of the machine. For
machines with a serial number up to 95/... there
will be two connectors. The one with a single
jumper wire is to be plugged in when external
liquid supplies are used. The one with three
jumper wires is used for powder supplies. For
machines with a serial number starting with 96/
28012 – (FL 125) and 96/13445 (FL 185) the
single connector is plugged in only for powder
supplies.

Pump connection

At the rear of the machine to the right of the
incomming power connection block are the
connections for pumps. Depending on the
number of pumps to be connected, they shall be
connected from 1-5 and C (common). The pumps
obtain trigger signals from the program card via
the connections.

Rib A controls connection 1
Rib F –’’– 2
Rib E –’’– 3
Rib G –’’– 4
Rib I –’’– 5

Note!

Remember that it is only a signal which is
obtained from the machine to the pumps
and not time controlling.

Installation

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1
2
3
4
5
C

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