Wascomat Junior W 75, Super Junior W 105, Senior w 125, Giant W 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 JUNIOR W 75

WASCOMAT SUPER JUNIOR W 105

WASCOMAT SENIOR W 125

WASCOMAT GIANT W 185

471 1562-74/01

97.43

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 coin-operated models, insert the proper coins to start the machine.
For manually operated models, place the ON-OFF switch in the ON position and

press the Start switch.
For FL and EX models, insert a program card, turn the starter knob to the Start

position and place the ON-OFF switch in the ON position.
For HI-TEK microprocessor models, turn the key switch to the RUN position, choose

a program and press the START button.
For SELECTA 28 models, select a wash program and press the Start button.

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 to an uncovered concrete floor, according to
the installation instructions, to reduce the risk of fire and to prevent serious injury, or
damage to the machine.

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
lighting unit or general purpose receptacle is connected. Use copper conductor only.

4. This machine MUST be serviced and operated in compliance with manufacturer's
instructions. CHECK DOOR LOCKS EVERY DAY FOR PROPER OPERATION TO PRE
VENT 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.

6. To remove the top panel for service on those models on which it is secured by screws
at the rear, first remove the screws. Be certain to reinstall them when remounting the
top panel. To remove the top panel for service on those 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 !

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 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

471 76 62 02

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Contents

Wascomat Junior W 75 • Wascomat Super Junior W 105

Wascomat Senior W 125 • Wascomat Giant W 185

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

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

Installation ........................................................................ 7

Safety rules ....................................................................15

Mechanical and electrical design ...................................16

Procedure.......................................................................33

Wash programs.............................................................. 35

Maintenance...................................................................40

Trouble-shooting ............................................................41

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

Safety instructions

• The machine is designed for water washing only.

• The machine must not be used by children.

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

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

• Fabrics softener with volatile or inflammable fluids are not to
be used in the machine.

1

Introduction

Introduction

The Wascomat Junior, Super Junior, Senior and Giant models washer/
extractors have been developed to cover the heavy duty and various size
requirements of coin laundries, apartment houses, hotels, motels, nursing
homes, hospitals, professional laundries, restaurants, schools, colleges and
all on-premises laundries where high quality automatic washing and quick
formula variation are required.

The W models offer four pre-set wash programs Hot, Warm, Cold and
Permanent Press which can be selected by turning the rotary program
selector on the front panel. These programs are designed to suit a variety
of fabrics and offer different water temperature programs. The machine is
designed for connection to hot and cold water supplies.

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 Wascomat W75, W105,
W125 and W185 model machines and instructions for their 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 always give the machine serial number, model,
voltage and other electrical characteristics appearing on the nameplate at
the rear of the machine.

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Fig.

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2

Technical data

Technical data Wascomat Junior W75

Dry load capacity up to 7.5 kg 18 lbs
Overall dimensions Width 660 mm 26 in

Depth 649 mm 25 9/16 in
Height 1050 mm 41 11/32 in
Net weight 107 kg 235 lbs
Dyn force 1.2±2.6 kN 290±620 lbs. force

Crated dimensions Volume 0.62 m

3

21.9 cu.ft

Weight 117 kg 257 lbs

Inner drum Diameter 520 mm 20 1/2 in

Depth 356 mm 14 in
Volume 75 litre 2.7 cu.ft

Speed of rotation Wash 54 r.p.m.

Extraction 543 r.p.m.

G-factor During wash 0.8

During extraction 90

Motor speed During wash 344 r.p.m.

During extraction 3514 r.p.m.

Voltage requirements Choice:

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

Rated output power Motor, wash, 3-phase 110 W

0.15 HP

Motor, extract., 3-phase 550 W

0.75 HP

Motor, wash, 1-phase 110 W

0.15 HP

Motor, extract., 1-phase 370 W

0.5 HP

Water connections

Recommended water pressure 2-6 kp/cm

2

25-85 psi
Hose connection, water 20 DN 3/4 in
Hose connection, drain 74 mm 3 in

3

Technical data

Technical data Wascomat Super Junior W105

Dry load capacity up to 10 kg 25 lbs
Overall dimensions Width 660 mm 26 in

Depth 766 mm 30 5/32 in
Height 1050 mm 41 11/32 in
Net weight 147 kg 323 lbs
Dyn force 1.7 ±3.4 kN 408±816 lbs. force

Crated dimensions Volume 0.65 m

3

23.0 cu.ft.

Weight 158 kg 348 lbs

Inner drum Diameter 520 mm 20 1/2 in

Depth 473 mm 18 5/8 in
Volume 100 litre 3.6 cu.ft

Speed of rotation Wash 54 r.p.m.

Extraction 543 r.p.m.

G-factor During wash 0.8

During extraction 90

Motor speed During wash 344 r.p.m.

During extraction 3514 r.p.m.

Voltage requirements Choice:

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

Rated output power Motor, wash 3-phase 150 W

0.2 HP

Motor, extract. 3-phase 900 W

1.2 HP

Motor, wash 1-phase 140 W

0.18 HP

Motor, extract. 1-phase 550 W

0.75 HP

Water connections

Recommended water pressure 2-6 kp/cm

2

25-85 psi
Hose connection, water 20 DN 3/4"
Hose connection, drain 74 mm 3"

4

Technical data

Technical data Wascomat Senior W125

Dry load capacity up to 16 kg 35 lbs
Overall dimensions Width 745 mm 29 11/32 in

Depth 995 mm 39 in
Height 1196 mm 47 3/32 in
Net weight 210 kg 462 lbs
Dyn force 2.4±4.8 kN 576±1152 lbs. force

Crated dimensions Volume 1.06 m

3

39 cu.ft.

Weight 222 kg 489 lbs

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

Voltage requirements Choice:

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

Rated output power Motor, wash 3-phase 300 W

0.4 HP

Motor, extract. 3-phase 1300 W

1.8 HP

Motor, wash 1-phase 270 W

0.45 HP

Motor, extract. 1-phase 1500 W

2,0 HP

Water connections

Recommended water pressure 2-6 kp/cm

2

25-85 psi
Hose connection, water 20 DN 3/4"
Hose connection, drain 74 mm 3"

5

Technical data

Technical data Wascomat Giant W 185

Dry load capacity up to 23 kg 51 lbs
Overall dimensions Width 827 mm 32 5/8 in

Depth 1085 mm 42 3/4 in
Height 1315 mm 51 3/4 in
Net weight 264 kg 582 lbs
Dyn force 3.1±5.2 kN 744±1248 lbs. force

Crated dimensions Volume 1.42 m

3

50.2 cu.ft.

Weight 275 kg 606 lbs

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

Voltage requirements Choice:

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

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

Water connections

Recommended water pressure 2-6 kp/cm

2

25-85 psi
Hose connection, water 20 DN 3/4"
Hose connection, drain 74 mm 3"

6

Technical data

Outline and dimensions

W75 W105 W125 W185

mm inches mm inches mm inches mm inches

A 1050 41 11/32 1050 41 11/32 1196 47 3/32 1315 51 3/4
B 437 17 7/32 437 17 7/32 465 18 5/16 540 21 1/4
C 660 26 660 26 775 30 1/2 860 33 27/32
D 678 26 3/4 795 31 10/32 995 39 3/16 1085 42 11/16
E 895 35 895 35 1040 41 1160 45 3/4
F 100 3 15/16 100 3 15/16 100 3 15/16 100 3 15/16
G 125 4 15/16 125 4 15/16 270 10 5/8 260 10 1/4
H 980 38 1/2 980 38 1/2 1130 44 1/2 1250 49 7/32
J – – – – – – 1230 48 7/16
K 890 35 890 35 1035 40 3/4 1155 45 1/2
L – – – – – – 225 8 7/8
M 205 8 205 8 205 8 205 8
N 160 6 5/16 160 6 5/16 160 6 5/16 160 6 5/16

Electrical
cable
connection

2 3 1

L
M

N

K J H

E

D

A

B

C

1 Cold water
2 Hot water

W75, 105, 125

W185

2447

G

4

F

1 Cold water
2 Hot water
3 Hot water

7

Installation

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3

4

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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.

F = machine
G = foundation

W75 W105 W125 W185

mm inches mm inches mm inches mm inches

A 364 14 11/32 481 18 15/16 508 20 600 23 2/3
B 593 23 11/32 710 27 15/16 910 35 13/16 960 37 3/4
C 635 25 747 29 13/32 950 37 13/32 1000 39 3/8
D 87 3 7/16 87 3 7/16 102 4 102 4
E 530 20 7/8 530 20 7/8 600 23 5/8 700 27 9/16
F 660 26 660 26 745 29 11/32 827 32 5/8
G 700 27 9/16 700 27 9/16 800 31 1/2 880 34 2/3
H 643 25 5/16 715,6 28 3/16 786 30 15/16 922 36 1/8
I - - - - 991 39 1090 42 7/8
K - - - - 281 11 236 9 7/16

Fig.

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Fig.

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8

Installation

5

6

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0274

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Mechanical installation

• 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.

• Check that the machine is level front-to-rear
and side-to-side and standing firmly on the
four (W75, W105) or six (W125 W185) sup­porting points. Spacing washers must be
mounted 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
below.

• Check and tighten the nuts every week for the
first month.

selflocking
nut

flat washer

Fig.

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Fig.

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Fig.

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9

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.

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 leg.
If present, connect that line to L2 on the terminal
block.

Start the machine and check that the drum
rotates in the proper direction during extraction,
i.e. 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.

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1838

10

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Fig.

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Fig.

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Installation

11

Water 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 a siphon breaker. However, all inco­ming lines must be fitted with shut-off valves.

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

• Flush the water system thoroughly and check
that the filter at the machine inlet is fitted
correctly.

• 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.

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Fig.

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Fig.

13

W 75, W105, W125

W 185

1870

13

hot water cold water

1846

W 75, W105, W125

W 185

hot water cold water hot water

(to detergent supply box)

1844

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Installation

How to size water supply piping for Wascomat coin laundries

1. Calculate the total number of gallons of water that would be needed if all present (and
future) washers were to fill at the same time. Assume the W75 (18-lb.) uses 7 gallons
per fill; W105 (25-lb.) uses 10 gallons per fill; W125 (35-lb.) uses 14 gallons per fill‚
W185 (80-lb.) uses 20 gallons per fill; and W244 (75-lb.) uses 30 gallons per fill. If
water pipe runs of 70 feet or longer are required, multiply by 1.25 to compensate for
pipe friction which reduces flow rates.

2. Using the Flow Chart below and knowing the water pressure in the water main at your
store, select a pipe diameter that has a gallons per minute (gpm) flow rate the same or
higher than the total calculated above. The hot water line and the cold water line
supplying the washers must

each be this size diameter, since many fills are all hot or
all cold. This will assure fill times of approximately 1 minute and normal cycle times.
Wascomat washers are designed to operate at 25–85 PSI Call your local water utility
company if you do not know the water pressure in your water main.

GALLONS PER MINUTE FLOW CHART

Pipe internal Water pressure from the water main
Diameter, Inches 25 psi 40 psi 60 psi 80 psi

1/2 21 gpm 27 gpm 33 gpm 37 gpm
3/4 36 46 56 64

1 63 85 104 120
1-1/4 112 148 181 208
1-1/2 160 210 257 297
1-3/4 209 273 334 385

2 257 335 410 473
2-1/2 419 548 670 772

3 580 760 930 1070
3-1/2 650 840 1025 1185

4 720 920 1120 1300

5 1500 1960 2400 2770

6 1930 2530 3100 3580

3. The water line from the laundry to the water main in the street must carry

double the
total gallons capacity calculated in paragraph 1. Select the correct diameter from the
Flow Chart. (You will note from the chart that two 2'' pipes do

not equal the flow rate of

a 4 inch pipe; two 1'' pipes do

not equal the flow rate of a 2 inch pipe, etc... Use the

correct gpm flow rates!)