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Washer-Extractor HP Series Installation and Operation Manual B&C Technologies Panama City, FL (850) 249-2222 (850) 249-2226 FAX www.bandctech.com Revision 2.0 22-Apr-2015...
Introduction Table of Contents Customer Service Replacement Parts General Specifications Safety Information Key Symbols Safety Checklist Installation Theory of Operation Inspection and Uncrating HP-65 Technical Specs HP-125 Technical Specs Dimensional Clearance Foundation Drain Connection Electrical Installation Water Connection Steam Connection External Chemicals Function Test Routine Maintenance...
Additional chemical connections are available as an option. The HP series is also prepared to accept the connection of water reuse systems. These systems can be installed separate or on top of the machine. They are...
Key Symbols Anyone operating or servicing this machine must follow the safety rules in this manual. Particular attention must be paid to the DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION blocks which appear throughout the manual The lightening flash This warning symbol and arrowhead within indicates the presence the triangle is a of hot surfaces that...
Introduction Safety Checklist Before Initial start up of a B&C washer call a qualified service technician. If extractor perform the following safety check: additional information is required, contact your local distributor or call the manufacturer of the machine. A. Make sure all electrical and plumbing connections have been made in accordance with applicable codes and Before servicing any equipment, make...
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Introduction Safety Checklist To provide personal safety and keep the machine in proper working order, follow all 3.2 Excessively high water level is maintenance and safety procedures evident. presented in this manual. If questions regarding safety arise. Contact the factory 3.3 Machine is not connected to a immediately.
Introduction Safety Checklist where floor space is shared with equipment Safe Operation Environment sensitive to radio frequency emissions. All Safe operation requires an appropriate machines that are shipped to CE countries operating environment for both the are equipped with this filter and comply operator and the machine.
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Introduction Safety Checklist iinstall the supplied steam filter may void the warranty. 2. Service/ Maintenance Space. Provide sufficient space to allow comfortable performance of service procedures and 3. Drainage System. Provide drain lines or routine maintenance. This is especially troughs large enough to accommodate important in connection with machines the total quantity of water that could be equipped with AC inverter drives.
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Introduction Safety Checklist AC Inverter Drive 1. Never wash petroleum-soaked rags in the Machines equipped with AC drives require machine. This could result in an explosion special attention with regard to the operating environment. 2. Never wash machine parts or automotive parts in the machine.
Installation Theory of Operation The B&C HP models use a single-speed The steam, if installed is injected in the motor to drive the cylinder via V-belts in all bottom of the shell via a steam injector. The speeds. The cylinder is supported by two steam is controlled by a steam valve that is spherical roller bearings located in a bearing programmed by the micro computer.
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Installation Theory of Operation front of the machine and is accessed by opening the cover door. Supplies, both liquid and powder; may be added by pulling the dispenser cups out and placing the appropriate supply in each. Supplies are flushed into the machine at the proper time in the cycle, controlled by the micro computer.
Installation Inspection and Uncrating NOTE! Delivery inspection Keep the manuals, installation instructions and the wiring diagrams which accompany Upon delivery, visually inspect crate, the machine in a safe place for ready protective cover, and unit for any visible reference. They have been included with shipping damage.
The following table drawings from the factory. We reserve the shows recommended minimum clearances right to make changes at any time without for the various freestanding models. notice. HP Series UNITS UNITS Metric Recommeded Minnimum (A) Minimum rear clearance...
Installation Machine Foundation A proper foundation is an absolute level floor of sufficient strength and that the necessity when installing a fixed mount recommended clearances for inspection and washer extractor. Do not neglect details maintenance are when doing foundation work. These details provided.
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Installation Foundation Bolt Location 5 each side Typical Grouting Pattern Front of Machine...
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Installation Mounting Bolt Installation All B&C washer-extractors must be secured by the use of machinery anchor bolts. High strength machinery anchors should be embedded in 3500 psi (24000 N/m2) reinforced concrete. See Figure. For detailed information regarding the machine anchor bolt, see the instructions included with the anchor bolts themselves.
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Installation Machine Foundation Emergency electrical cutoff (2) 3/4"GHT water lines Electrical power inlet (2) 1" water supply lines, 30” provide 3/4" ball valve cutoffs 762 mm with 3/4"GHT male connections Recommended for service 12" (305 mm) Allowable 6" (152 mm) Recommended 12”...
Installation Drain Connection A drain system of adequate capacity is installation procedures is attempted, the essential to the machine performance. customer or installer should contact the Ideally the water should empty through a 4 manufacturer. Increasing the drain hose inch vented pipe directly into a sump or length, installing elbows, or causing bends floor drain.
Installation Electrical Installation The AC drive requires a clean power supply If input voltage measures above 230V for a free from voltage spikes and surges. A 200 V drive or above 440V for a 400V voltage monitor should be used to check drive, either ask the power company if their incoming power.
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Installation Electrical Installation 208-230V 380-460V Machine Max Amps Breaker Wire Size Max Amps Breaker Wire Size HP-65, 3ph 14ga / 2.5mm 14ga / 2.5mm HP-65, 1ph 13.6 14ga / 2.5mm HP-125, 3ph 8ga / 10mm 10ga / 4mm The ground connection must be to a proven Note: For single phase operation (SP-40, 60 earth ground, not to conduit or water pipes.
Installation Water Connection Individual hot and cold plumbing lines with Use flexible hoses and install separate individual shut-off valves must be available screen filters in the lines to keep rust and to the machine. Hot water should be other foreign particles out of the solenoid minimum of 160F (70C).
Installation Steam Connection Never touch internal or external steam pipes, connections, or components. These surfaces can be extremely hot and will cause severe burns. The steam must be turned off and the pipe, connections, and components allowed to cool before the pipe can be touched For machines equipped with optional in the table below.
Installation External Chemical Supplies Wear Eye and hand protection when handling chemicals. Always avoid direct contact with raw chemicals. Read the manufacturer’s directions for accidental contact before handling chemicals. Ensure that an eye-rinse facility and an emergency shower are within easy reach. Check at regular intervals for chemical leaks.
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Installation External Chemical Supplies The supply compartment on the HP-65 is located on the front of the machine. Supply cups can be accessed by opening the dispenser lid. The supply cups can be removed and filled as desired. Supply compartments are numbered 1,2,3,4 and 5 from the left of the machine to the right for the optional 5 cup system..
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Installation Electrical Connections Connection terminals are located in the rear Do not attempt to increase fuse rating as control box for output signals to the this cause damage to the washer-extractor chemicals injection supply pump. circuitry. Terminals SUPPLY 1 through SUPPLY 8 Any injection system pump, which requires provide signals for external chemical supply 24-220V AC must be powered by a...
Installation Control Function Test The machine should be cleaned after the unlocked. installation is complete. A function test should then be executed on the unloaded Close and lock the door and start a machine as follows: cycle. Attempt to open the door while the cycle is in progress.
Operation HP-65 Door Lock Operation The HP-65 door lock system uses a "push- Periodic Maintenance to-open / push-to-close" style mechanism > The door should be tested every day for which differentiates it from any other door safe operation by trying to start a program lock in the industry.
Maintenance Routine Maintenance Routine maintenance maximizes operating technician. efficiency and minimizes downtime. The maintenance procedures described below 4. Check door interlock before starting will prolong the life of the machine and help operation: prevent accidents. a. Attempt to start the washer with the Daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly door open.
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Maintenance Routine Maintenance NOTE: Leave loading door open at end of #2 grease. Never mix two types of each complete cycle to allow moisture to grease, such as petroleum and evaporate. Unload the machine promptly silicone. after each completed cycle to prevent moisture build up.
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Maintenance Routine Maintenance b. After disconnecting power to the machine and removing all panels necessary for access to the drive belts, use the following method to verify that the V-belts are properly tensioned. Belt tensioning is straightforward, and accomplished by loosening the tension adjusting bolts and adjusting the belts to the proper tension.
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Maintenance Routine Maintenance 5. Remove back panel and check overflow Quarterly hose and drain hose for leaks. NOTE: Disconnect power to the machine 6. Unlock the hinged lid and check the before performing the quarterly supply dispenser hoses and hose maintenance procedures.
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Maintenance Routine Maintenance Care of stainless steel when possible. 6. Discolorations or heat tint from Maintain the natural beauty of stainless steel overheating may be removed by scouring and prolong its service life by following with powder or by employing special these steps.
Decomissioning supply to the machine. Decommissioning d. Allow time for residual water in the machine to drain. Then disconnect In the event that the machine must be drain hoses from the machine. decommissioned, follow the following steps: e. Disconnect necessary plumbing on the re-circulation system, if 1.