Owner's Manual PS-200
Table of Contents Introduction and Conventions ...................................... 1 Product Introduction .................................................... 2 Explanation of Warning Messages .............................. 3 Danger ................................................................................................. 3 Warning ............................................................................................... 3 Chemical Hazard ......................................................
Wash, Rinse and Sanitizer Clean-Up................................................. 12 Preventive Maintenance ............................................ 13 Daily ................................................................................................... 14 Monthly .............................................................................................. 14 Troubleshooting ......................................................... 15 Facility Owner/Manager Section .............................
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Introduction and Conventions PS-200 1
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.
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.
Requirements for Detergents and Sanitizers Detergents Remember, 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 the factory. Your new system 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.
Operating Instructions PS-200 5
Preparing the System Filling the System At the beginning of each day or shift, 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 / 24°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.
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.
Controls and Features Green Button Starts the washing action. If cycle does not start, refer to trouble shooting section. Red Button Stops the wash action. Green Light Slow Flashing – “POWER ON” – The Power Soak system is energized and ready to fill. Solid Illumination – “RUNNING” – wash sink is full, system is running. (Will not become solid until after start button is pushed.
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.
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. 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.
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.
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. 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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Your system requires minimal, routine preventive maintenance. As such, the following 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.
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Facility Owner/Manager Section 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 800-444-9624.
Wash Pump/Heater Will not Operate If after reviewing the status of the control panel LED’s, there is still an operating problem, 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.
Authorized Service Agency Section 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 800-444-9624.
Wash Pump/Heater Will not Operate Refer to the previous checklist under the “Facility Owner / Manager Section” before proceeding to the following checklist items: Verify that LED #1 (Power On) is illuminated.
Prior to calling, please note the “Error Code” (if any) that can be identified by observing LED #2 on the UPM. If there is a control logic error, LED #2 will flash with a “blinking” pattern. The definitions for the patterns are as follows: “_“ symbol represents a “long” flash “.” symbol represents a “short” flash 3 long & 1 short 3 long & 2 short 3 long & 3 short 3 long & 4 short 3 long & 5 short _ _ _ . = Liquid Level Error _ _ _ . . = Temperature Sensor Error _ _ _ . . . = Over-Current Error _ _ _ . . .
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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.
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 800-444-9624. 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 (minimum 1 1/2” / 38mm).
Power Soak is a registered trademark of Cantrell Industries, Inc. The Power Soak Design and concept is fully patented. Power Soak Systems. Inc. 903 East 104th Street, Suite 130 Kansas City, MO 64131 Phone (816) 761-3250 Fax (816) 761-0544 (800) 444-9624 www.powersoak.
