Owner's Manual Produce Soak
Table of Contents Introduction and Conventions ...................................... 1 Product Introduction .................................................... 2 Produce Washing Chemicals and Antimicrobials ................................. 2 Explanation of Warning Messages .............................. 3 Danger ................................................................................................. 3 Warning ......................................................................................
Introduction and Conventions Produce Soak 1
Product Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Produce Soak fruit and vegetable washing system. Your new Produce Soak washing system will provide years of dependable, efficient and trouble-free service. As a Produce Soak owner, you will benefit in numerous ways: Your produce washing operation will be more efficient. Your produce will more free of soil. Your produce will harbor fewer microbes. Your water usage will decrease.
Explanation of Warning Messages Be sure to read, understand and follow all DANGER and WARNING 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.
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Operating Instructions Produce Soak 5
Preparing the Produce Soak Placing the Wash Components Begin by removing any debris left from previous batches of produce. Disinfect all work surfaces according to the standard practices of your institution.
Rib sets Once the system is clean, the wash components can be installed. Begin by placing a rear rib set against one of the rear corners of the sink. Place the other rear rib sets against the back wall of the sink leaving a finger-size gap between them.
When you have placed all of the rear rib sets, begin placing front rib sets against the front wall of the sink. As with the rear rib sets, place the first front rib set against a corner, and leave a finger-size gap between it and the next front rib set.
Partitions Next, place partitions in the gaps between the front and rear pairs of rib sets. Make sure the partitions go all the way down and are not snagged on the ends of the rib sets.
Bottom of partition Gap between front rib sections Continue until all three partitions are in place. It will be necessary to push all previously placed components together to make room for the final partition.
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Flow Guides Once all the partitions are in place, the flow guides can be installed. Start by positioning a notched end of the flow guide adjacent to the hooks of the rear rib set. Begin bending the flow guide to the shape of the front rib set, and allow the notches of the flow guide to engage the hooks of the rear rib set.
Rear hook Rear hook Continue to push the flow guide down against the rib sets until the notched end of the flow guide nearest you is adjacent to the hooks of the front rib set.
While holding the flow guide against the front rib set, rock the front rib set and the end of the flow guide away from you until the notches in the flow guide engage the hooks of the front rib set. Gently release the components until the front rib set is once again touching the front wall of the sink.
Repeat the process until all four flow guides are in place. The wash components are now in place, and the Produce Soak is ready for use.
Filling the Produce Soak Produce treating chemicals are dispensed into the wash water as the Produce Soak is filled. Consult your chemical provider for details about the equipment they can offer.
Fill the sink until the solution has reached the water level mark in the sink. Embossed water level mark Turn the switch to the ON position to start the pump.
When the pump is running, the water will become turbulent, and a strong front-to-back current will be established. Do not place knives or other sharp objects in the Produce Soak. Allowing knives or other sharp objects to tumble freely in the Produce Soak tank may cause damage to the equipment and bodily injury to the user.
Begin placing produce in the Produce Soak. Since there are four compartments, you may place a different type of produce in each one.
After the necessary time for soil removal and disinfection, the produce may be removed by inserting a collection basket. Holding the basket as shown, angle the basket so its leading edge is aligned with the flow in the sink. As you swing the basket into position, produce will begin flowing into the basket.
Rest the basket on the top edges of the partitions or the sink edges until all the produce is collected. Lift the full basket out when ready. Always observe safe lifting procedures.
Washing Tips Conserve water and washing chemicals by planning your produce washing. For example: Wash more durable items like oranges and apples first, because those items are less likely to foul the water. Wash less durable items like lettuce and greens later because of their tendency release small green bits into the water. Wash heavily soiled items like potatoes and radishes last because of their tendency to cloud the water.
Emptying the Produce Soak When all produce washing is finished and all produce has been removed, collect the larger waste particles suspended in the wash water. This can be done by placing a filter screen in a basket and then placing the basket in each of the four wash sections.
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Allow a few minutes of collection time in each position. When finished, empty the contents of the filter into a suitable waste container, and wash out the filter and basket. When you have completed the particle collection, turn off the pump by turning the switch to the OFF position.
Open the drain valve by turning it counterclockwise 1/4 turn.
Do not run the motor without water in the sink. Doing so could damage the seals in the pump. Remove each Produce Soak component (flow guides, partitions, and rib sets) in the reverse order they were assembled. Wash each component to remove all traces of produce debris. Position each component so that it dries quickly. Pay particular attention to the flow guides; provide airflow between each of them and do not stack them together wet.
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Preventive Maintenance Produce Soak 29
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. IMPORTANT: Turn off the power to the unit at the main breaker prior to performing the following task! About once per month, clean the pump motor fan shroud with a damp, soapy rag. The motor shroud is the "vented" cover located at the end of the motor (closest to the control panel).
Troubleshooting Produce Soak 31
Only a limited number of troubleshooting and repair procedures may be performed by the facility owner or manager. Any troubleshooting or repair that requires the removal of fasteners or that entails electrical service must not be attempted by anyone other than 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.
Symptom Possible cause Pump motor Motor is running on runs, but the wrong voltage water flow is inadequate Motor is running the wrong direction Unit makes a loud, steady noise when running Debris caught in the motor's cooling fan Remedy Confirm that the house wiring supply is appropriate for the motor nameplate data. Reconnect motor internal leads according to the motor nameplate instructions. YOU MUST CONTACT POWER SOAK SERVICE OR AN AUTORIZED SERVICE AGENCY to make these changes.
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Installation Produce Soak 35
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 circuit 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 Produce Soak system.
If your system is a “left-to-right” unit, you should locate the disconnect at the left end of the system. (The opposite would be true for a “right-to-left” system.) Ideally, the disconnect should be located on the wall directly behind the pump motor and control panel provided this location is easily accessible by the operator and does not interfere with the faucet. A wiring diagram is located in the system’s control panel enclosure.
by Power Soak and Produce Soak are registered trademarks of Cantrell Industries, Inc. The Produce Soak design and concept are 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.
