OPERATING & MAINTENANCE MANUAL WASCOMAT JUNIOR W 75 WASCOMAT SUPER JUNIOR W 105 WASCOMAT SENIOR W 125 WASCOMAT GIANT W 185 471 1562-75/04 00.23 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). 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 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). MACHINE TYPE OR MODEL MACHINE SERIAL NUMBER(S) ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS: ________ VOLTS, _______ PHASE, _______ HZ.
II NOTICE TO: OWNERS, OPERATORS AND DEALERS OF WASCOMAT MACHINES 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.
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: CAUTION PRECAUCION 1. Do not open washer door until cycle is completed, operating light is off, and wash cylinder has stopped rotating. 1.
Wascomat Junior W 75 • Wascomat Super Junior W 105 Wascomat Senior W 125 • Wascomat Giant W 185 Contents Introduction ...................................................................... 1 Technical data .................................................................. 2 Installation ........................................................................ 7 Safety rules .................................................................... 14 Operating instructions .........................................
Introduction 1 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. Fig.
Technical data 2 Technical data Wascomat Junior W75 Dry load capacity up to 7.5 kg 18 lbs Overall dimensions Width 660 mm 26 in Depth (at the top) 593 mm 23 3/8 in Height 1050 mm 41 5/16 in Diameter 520 mm 20 1/2 in Depth 356 mm 14 in Volume 75 litre 2.7 cu.ft Inner drum Speed of rotation G-factor Floor loading Motor speed Rated output power Wash 54 r.p.m. Extraction 543 r.p.m. During wash 0.8 During extraction 90 Net weight 107 kg 235 lbs Dyn force 1.2±2.
Technical data 3 Technical data Wascomat Super Junior W105 Dry load capacity up to 11.5 kg 25 lbs Overall dimensions Width 660 mm 26 in Depth (at the top) 710 mm 27 5/16 in Height 1135 mm 44 11/16 in Diameter 520 mm 20 1/2 in Depth 473 mm 18 5/8 in Volume 100 litre 3.6 cu.ft Inner drum Speed of rotation G-factor Floor load Motor speed Rated output power Wash 54 r.p.m. Extraction 543 r.p.m. During wash 0.8 During extraction 90 Net weight 161 kg 355 lbs Dyn force 1.
Technical data 4 Technical data Wascomat Senior W125 Dry load capacity up to 16 kg 35 lbs Overall dimensions Width 745 mm 29 5/16 in Depth (at the top) 915 mm 36 in Height 1196 mm 47 1/16 in Diameter 620 mm 24 1/2 in Depth 520 mm 20 1/2 in Volume 157 litre 5.65 cu.ft Inner drum Speed of rotation G-factor Floor load Motor speed Rated output power Wash 52 r.p.m. Extraction 500 r.p.m. During wash 0.9 During extraction 87 Net weight 210 kg 462 lbs Dyn force 2.4±4.
Technical data 5 Technical data Wascomat Giant W 185 Dry load capacity up to 23 kg 50 lbs Overall dimensions Width 827 mm 32 9/16 in Depth (at the top) 960 mm 37 13/16 in Height 1315 mm 51 3/4 in Diameter 700 mm 27 9/16 in Depth 600 mm 23 5/8 in Volume 230 litre 8.1 cu.ft Inner drum Speed of rotation G-factor Floor load Motor speed Rated output power Wash 45 r.p.m. Extraction 455 r.p.m. During wash 0.8 During extraction 81 Net weight 264 kg 582 lbs Dyn force 3.1±5.
Technical data 6 Outline and dimensions C Electrical cable connection D 2 3 1 L M N A J E K B F G 3210 A 4 1 2 3 4 W75 W105 Cold water Hot water Hot water (W185) Drain outlet W125 W185 mm inches mm inches mm inches mm inches A 1050 41 5/16 1135 44 11/16 1196 47 1/16 1315 51 3/4 B C D E F G H J K L M N 437 660 593 895 100 125 980 – 890 – 205 160 17 3/16 26 23 3/8 35 1/4 3 15/16 4 15/16 38 9/16 – 35 – 8 1/6 6 5/16 522 660 710 980 185 125 1065 – 975 – 205 160 20 9/16
Installation Installation 7 2 Machine foundation Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 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 can be provided by Wascomat. 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.
Installation 8 Mechanical installation Fig. 5 5 • 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. Fig. 6 Fig. 7 • 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.
Installation Electrical installation 9 8 All electrical installations are to be carried out by licenced personnel. Fig. 8 Although the machines are equipped with thermal overloads in the motor windings a separate three-phase 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. Fig. 9 Use inverse-time circuit breaker only.
Installation 10 Water connections 11 NOTE All plumbing must conform to national and local plumbing codes. Fig. 11 Fig. 12 Fig. 13 Incoming water lines should not require nonreturn or back-suction valves, as the machine is already equipped with backflow prevention. Shutoff valves must be provided on all incoming water lines. • Water inlets are labelled for hot and cold water connection.
Installation Drain connection Fig. 14 11 14 Connect a 3" (75 mm) flexible drain hose to the drain outlet of the machine. The drain hose may be connected to a 2" to 3" T-connection coming out of your main drain line, which is typically four inches diameter, or the washer may dump into a trough which slopes to a drain, or directly into a floor drain as shown in the illustration. Check local codes for required installation procedure.
Installation 12 Before the machine is operated, the door safety interlock must be checked for proper operation as follows: Fig. 15 Fig. 16 15 • When washer loading door is open, the machine must not start. Verify this by attempting to start washer with door open. • When washer is in operation, the loading door is locked and cannot be opened. Verify this by attempting to open the loading door when the machine is operating.
Installation Function control check-out list 13 17 In the machine cylinder, you will find the warranty registration card, a copy of the warranty policy and other pertinent materia. The warranty card should be completed and sent to Wascomat. All other items should be placed in a safe place for future reference. Delicate Hot Cold Warm The machine should be cleaned when the installation is completed, and checked out as detailed below without loading the machine with fabrics: 1.
Safety rules 14 Safety rules • This machine is designed for water washing only. • 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 bypassed. • All seepage in the system, due to faulty gaskets etc., must be repaired immediately.
Operating instructions Procedure for use 15 21 Preparation Sort the laundry according to the washing instructions on garment tags. Empty pockets and close zippers. Open door, put laundry in the machine and close door. Start Fig. 21 Turn the control knob to the desired wash program. Add detergent and fabric softener in the compartments on top of the machine: Fig.
Wash Programs 16 Wash Programs In the figure below is an overview of the four wash programs. Fig. 24 On the following pages you will find a more detailed description of the programs. 24 HOT Prewash WARM COLD DELICATE Time Temp. Water Time Temp. Water Time Temp. Water Time Temp. Water (Min.) (Min.) Level (Min.) Level (Min.
Wash Programs Wash program, Hot Fig. 25 17 25 After the machine has started and the door automatically locked, the drain valve will close and the hot and cold water valves will open to fill the machine with mixed hot and cold water to the level determined by the level control. When this level is reached, both water valves will close. During filling and then through the wash program the drum has a reversing rotation. HOT Time Temp. Water (Min.
Wash Programs 18 Wash Program, Warm Fig. 26 26 On starting the machine, the door will automatically be locked, and the pre-wash carried out as previously described, whereafter the main wash is started. As the main wash is started, the drain valve closes, detergent is admitted and mixed hot and cold water is filled to the level determined by the level control. On reaching this level, the water valves are closed. The water level controlled machine will now wash the fabrics for six minutes.
Wash Programs Wash Program, Cold Fig. 27 19 27 On starting the machine, the door will automatically be locked, the drain valve closed, the cold water valve opened and the pre-wash carried out as previously described, whereafter the main wash is started. COLD As the main wash is started, the drain valve closes, detergent is admitted and cold water is filled to the level determined by the level control. On reaching this level, cold water is closed. Time Temp. Water (Min.
Wash Programs 20 Wash Program, Delicate Fig. 28 28 On starting the machine, the door will automatically be locked, the drain valve closed, the hot and cold water valves opened and the pre-wash will be carried out as previously described, whereafter the main wash is started. As the main wash is started, the drain valve closes, detergent is admitted and mixed hot and cold water is filled to the level determined by the level control. DELICATE Time Temp. Water (Min.
To change the wash programs To change the wash programs Fig. 29 21 29 You can change the following parameters in the wash programs by adding jumper wires to the terminal block at the rear of the machine. - no prewash - only two rinses Fig. 29 Water level during prewash/mainwash With jumper A (see figure) in place the machine fills water to the high level during prewash, mainwash and rinses.
Mechanical and electrical design 22 General The door, cycle indicator, coin meter or manual start switches, indicator light and program-selection knob are located at the front of the machine. All control and indicating components, i.e. relays, level control, cycle timer, etc are assembled under the top cover, easily accessible at the top of the machine for simplified servicing. Main units Fig. 30 1 Program-selector - rotary switch for choice of different wash programs.
Mechanical and electrical design 23 Machine construction Outer shell Fig. 30 The outer shell is made of heavy gauge surgical steel and is attached to a heavy duty, rigid head casting (back gable). The whole assembly is mounted on a heavy gauge fabricated steel base, galvanized for long life and corrosion resistance. Panels The machines are equipped with a top panel made of stainless steel. The front panel is available in different colors or in stainless steel.
Mechanical and electrical design 24 Panels The machines are equipped with a top panel made of stainless steel. The front panel is available in different colours or in stainless steel. The colored panels are made of phosphatized steel plate with electrostatically applied baked enamel paint finish for rust and chip resistance. For servicing purposes, the panels can easily be removed. Back gable and bearing Fig.
Mechanical and electrical design Door Fig. 32 The door consists of: a door skirt (1), door (2), glass (3) and gasket (4). The frame skirt and door frame are both made of enameled aluminium. The skirt is bolted directly to the outer shell of the washing machine.The door hinges are fastened on the outside of the skirt and the door lock (5) is attached to the inside.
Mechanical and electrical design 26 Control unit Fig. 34 The wash cycle timer (1) and rotary program selector switch (2) are mounted just behind the control panel. The relays (3) and level controls (4) are located at the top of the machine, easily accessible for service, as are the motor capacitors (5) on 1-phase models. Electrical connections to the machine are made by quick-disconnect plugs.
Mechanical and electrical design Relays Fig. 35 27 35 The W-series models employ either two (W75, 105) or three (W125, 185) relays to energize the windings of the wash/extract motor. The relays control: • The reversing action of the motor at wash speed. • The action of the motor at extraction speed. Construction Fig. 36 The body of the relay holding the stationary contacts is made of current-resistant plastic. A solenoid and a contact bank hold the moving contacts.
Mechanical and electrical design 28 Water level controls Fig. 37 One pressure switch is used to control the correct water levels during various cycles of the washing program. Adjustment All pressure switches are factory-calibrated to meet specific requirements. The trip level for any one pressure switch can be changed only within narrow limits because each trip range requires a different set of springs. Call Wascomat's Service Department at 516-371-0700 before attempting to adjust the level control.
Mechanical and electrical design Drive motor 29 38 Description in general Fig. 38 Fig. 39 The motor is mounted on an axle with rubber dampeners. The V-belt is tightened by turning the motor on the axle and locking it in place using the tensioner on the rear side of the motor. The motor and tensioner have vibration and noise dampening rubber suspensions. Construction in general The motor consists of stator, rotor and endshields with ball-bearings.
Mechanical and electrical design 30 Principal wiring and points of measuring on single-phase motors. Fig. 40 The numbers at the connection points refer to the terminal numbers at the motor connector plug. The numbers in circles indicate points of ampere measurements.
Mechanical and electrical design 31 40 W125 208-240 V 60 Hz single-phase 1700
Mechanical and electrical design 32 40 1791
Mechanical and electrical design Motor connections Fig. 1, 2 and 3: wash speed (18-pole winding). 41 4, 5 and 6: extract speed (2-pole winding) 33 41 7 and 9: motor overload protector. Motor overload protector The motor is equipped with two self-resetting, thermal overload protectors, situated one in each of the windings of the stator. The protectors are connected in series and will trip at a temperature of 120°C (248°F) (3-phase) or 130°C (266°F) (single phase).
Mechanical and electrical design 34 Inlet valves for W75, W105, W125 and detergent valve for W185 43 Construction Fig. 43 Each valve has a single-inlet with either one, two or three outlets, each with its own solenoid coil. The body is made of heat-resistant polyamid plastic and the solenoids encased in water-tight plastic. A filter screen on the inlet side prevents dirt from entering the valve. Flow restrictors can be placed at either the inlet or any of the outlets. Operation Fig.
Mechanical and electrical design Maintenance instructions 35 45 Limescale can block the hole in the valve diaphragm and interfere with the function of the valve. Fig. 45 It is therefore advisable to dismantle and clean the valve at certain regular intervals. The frequency depends on operating conditions and the level of contamination in the water. Trouble shooting If the valve does not open ventilating hole pilot valve • Check that power is supplied to the coil.
Mechanical and electrical design 36 Inlet valve for W185 from S/N 9508/011935 Fig. 48 48 The water inlets have brass bodies with larger cross section of the outlet in order to achieve a shorter filling time for the machine. Construction Fig. 49 The valve housing is made of pressed brass. The spring-loaded plunger is made of stainless steel and located at its lower end.
Mechanical and electrical design Inlet valve for W185 up to S/N 9508/011934 Fig. 50 37 50 The water inlets have brass bodies with larger cross section of the outlet in order to achieve a shorter filling time for the machine. Construction The valve housing is made of pressed brass. The spring-loaded plunger is made of stain-less steel and located at its lower end is a rubber gasket for the pilot valve.
Mechanical and electrical design 38 Drain valve 53 Description Fig. 53 The drain valve is operated by using the pressure in the cold water intake. A tube (1) is connected between the cold water intake and a solenoid valve (2). When the solenoid valve is activated, it opens and allows water to flow into the feeder tube (3).The water presses up a piston (4), which uses the pressure lid (5) to close the drain valve rubber membrane.
Mechanical and electrical design 39 Soap supply box Fig. 54 The three-compartment soap supply box is located at the top of the machine. Viewed from the front, the compartments are marked with figures 1, 2 and 3 and are used as follows: Compartment 1 This compartment is used for adding powder detergent at the beginning of the Prewash cycle. Powders may be loaded immediately; for liquids, wait until the compartment flushes with water.
Maintenance 40 Maintenance 55 Preventive maintenance has been reduced to a minimum by the careful design of reliable components and material. However, the following measures should be taken at regular intervals and in proportion to the hours of service. IMPORTANT! Make certain that all electrical power to the machine is shut off before removing top or rear panels. Daily • Check the door lock and interlock before starting operations.
Trouble shooting The purpose of the trouble-shooting guide is to facilitate the location and correction of the most common machine problems. Before the top panel is removed, power to the machine must be switched off at the main source or at the separete circuit breaker. At each trouble-shooting attempt, the plug in connectors on the control panel should be moved in and out in order to eliminate improper contact due to faulty connection.
Trouble shooting 42 Trouble shooting 57 If the machine does not start Fig. 57 A Check the circuit breaker in the electrical power line to the machine. B Check the door safety switch and door lock. C Check the glass cartridge fuses. D Check for loose wires at the incoming power terminal block. If water does not drain Fig. 58 A Check the drain valve and drain solenoid for proper operation. B Disconnect the drain hose connected to the drain line.
Trouble shooting If the machine does not extract Fig. 59 43 59 A Check the extract relay and relay coil for proper operation. If the motor does not operate at wash speed Fig. 60 A Check the wash relay(s). B Check the normally-closed contact of the extract relay. A C Check the motor and V-belt. D Review procedures outlined under section ”If machine does not start”.
Trouble shooting 44 If the machine runs slowly on wash speed or there is a slapping or thumping noise. Fig. 61 61 A Replace the V-belts If a metallic noise can be heard at rear of machine Fig. 62 A Tighten the pulley on the motor shaft If the door is leaking Fig. 63 A Check the door gasket. If the gasket is in good condition, install a 4-7 mm rubber hose seal around the entire gasket, using the slits provided.
Trouble shooting If there is a leaking around the glass Fig. 64 45 64 A Replace the door gasket if worn. If water does not enter the machine. Fig. 65 A Check the valve coils on the inlet valves. B Check wires leading to the valve coils. C Be sure manual shut-off valves are in open position.
46 Trouble shooting If water continues to fill without stopping. Fig. 66 66 A Check the hose attached to the level control unit. B Check inlet valves for dirt underneath the valve diaphragm. To isolate the cause, shut off power. If water continues to flow, inlet valves have foreign material in them and should be thoroughly cleaned. A If water continues to flow without filling the machine. Fig. A Check seating of the drain valve.
Trouble shooting If the machine vibrates excessively. Fig. 68 47 68 Tighten the mounting bolts. Check that the shipping security has been removed. Refer to Function control on page 14.
