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- Page 1 Installation & Operation Manual Retain this manual for installation, operation, programming and servicing information. ® 43813/0403/0904 Copyright Ecolab Inc. 2003 9259-2136...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents System introduction…………………………………………….…4 Installation requirements……………………………………….…4 Specifications………………………………………………………5 Optional equipment………………………………………………..5 System installation…………………………………………………5 Start up………..……………………………………………………14 User Operation……….……………………………………………15 Quick Start Programming………………………………….….….16 Troubleshooting…………………………………………………...34 10.0 Part Photos…….…………………………………………………..38 11.0 Replacement parts…………………………………………….….41 Programming menu…………………………………………………...…48 Wiring Diagram…………………………………………………………...49... -
Page 4: System Introduction
1.0 System Introduction 1.1 Preface Formula 1 is the single-step laundry solution for on-premise laundry customers. The Formula 1 system comes equipped with one main pump and three delivery valves to service up to three washers. The system automatically makes a use-solution from a concentrated Formula 1 product. -
Page 5: Specifications
3.0 Specifications Comm cable: Category 5 cable Weight: ~ 76 lbs. (34.47 Kg) Power: 120 VAC, 60Hz Lift & Run: 7’ lift max, 50’ run max Pump Flow Rate: approx. 1 GPM Washers: 3 max 4.0 Optional equipment FORMULA 1 AUX PMP PKD 9259-1046 TEMPERING VALVE ASSEMBLY 9259-1043 (hot water >145°F) - Page 6 Note: Before removing pre-existing dispensing equipment, plug in and turn on the Formula 1 dispenser to verify PLC operation. Display should read “Ecolab Serves Team Formula 1” and you should see 2 green lights to the left of the display.
- Page 7 5.3 Installation Plumbing Fig 5.3.1 Rear View Fig 5.3.2 Tank interior...
- Page 8 5.3.1 Dispenser wiring Formula 1 requires 120 VAC to operate. The dispenser comes with a pre-installed 9’ electrical cord and is ready to plug in. If a condition exists where the cord cannot be used (i.e., distances greater than 9’) the following procedure should be used.
- Page 9 5.3.2 Overflow Connection An overflow outlet for the dispenser’s tank is provided to direct the solution to a drain should the tank level sensors or water solenoid fail. The overflow outlet (blue hose barb) is located on the back of dispenser. The 5/8”...
- Page 10 5.34 External Strainer Connection Remove the two lower left screws from the access plate on the rear of the dispenser Remove These Two Position the line strainer with mounting bracket over the two holes on access plate. Replace the two access plate screws to secure the strainer bracket to the dispenser.
- Page 11 The dispenser automatically alternates between hot and cold water during the fill cycle. Hot water >145°F can cause separation of the detergent use-solution and can adversely affect the enzymes contained in some Formula-1 products. For installations with hot water in excess of 145°F, tempering valve kit 9259-1043 must be ordered.
- Page 12 5.3.5.2 Hard Copper Plumbing Method If the water supply connection must be copper tubing, the territory manager will be responsible for the correct pipe fittings and connectors to complete the installation. The water supply line must be a minimum 3/8” copper tube. Do not solder the inlet connection, damage to the regulator may occur.
- Page 13 2. Route the 1/2” OD PE tube from the dispenser to each corresponding laundry machine. (it will be helpful to label each tube with its washer number) Note: Leave 2’-3’ of extra length to allow the dispenser to be moved or the pump tray to be pulled out.
- Page 14 4. Connect the washer supply signals to the Signal Interface Module. (see Fig 5.4.1.2 on the following page) Note: The washer’s hot detergent supply signal (signal #1) is connected to the black wire. The common for detergent is connected to the white wire.
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Page 15: Start Up
in the installation kit – one for each user interface. 25’ is the recommended max cable length. Use the 50’ cable only when necessary. 1. Route the cable from the Washer Interface Module to the back of the dispenser and connect to communication port. (Refer to fig. 5.3.1) Note: It is helpful to label the communication cable for identification. -
Page 16: User Operation
6.5 Verify delivery amounts With the controller in the Formula Program menu; use the Heavy Soil Signal switch on the User Interface Module to trigger a delivery of the programmed amount of solution to a graduated cylinder to verify the programmed amount. NOTE: TM should check calibration every 12 months to ensure accuracy. -
Page 17: Quick Start Programming
8.0 Quick Start Programming For detailed programming information, see Appendix Description Key Sequence Display Idle Screen Press <F6> Ecolab, Inc. Serves: (Account Name Here) Password Screen Ecolab, Inc. © Enter Password:XXXX Key in correct password (4-digit default: 1234). Press <Ent>... - Page 18 Press <Up>/<Down> arrow to select this option. -> Time Calibratn Menu Press <Ent> Calibration ->Esc=Previous Menu Cal Det to Wash1 Cal Det to Wash2 Cal Det to Wash3 Cal Aux to Wash #1 Cal Aux to Wash#2 Cal Aux to Wash#3 (Note 1) Press <Up>/<Down>...
- Page 19 System ->F10 to Exit Progr. Programming Account Menu Screen Formula Progr. Menu Records Menu Prime/Diag. Menu Time Calibratn Menu Press <F10> to exit the system programming screen and back to Idle Screen. Idle Screen Ecolab, Inc. Serves: (Account Name Here)
- Page 20 Detailed Programming Keypad Functions and Legend Customer’s Keypad:...
- Page 21 The following section defines the function of all of the keys on the front of the controller: 1. Display Screen (2 lines X 20 characters): 1.1. Provides information about the system operation. 1.2. Provides a message for the operator indicating: Empty product/replace product, Delay/pump to Washer X Production Load Counts...
- Page 22 10. [F1] – This key is for future expansion. No system function is designed yet for this key. However, during the programming of data fields (name, amount, time, etc.), toggling this key will get access to “Q, Z, q, z, 1” in that order. 11.
- Page 23 Ecolab, Inc. (C) Enter Password:XXXX The password is a combination of up to 4 numbers (1 – 9999). The default password is 1234. Notice the cursor has been changed to a blinking darker square, ready to accept the numerical data. Key in the password using the numbers 1 – 0 from the soft keys (F1 –...
- Page 24 Line 1: the name of the account can be edited for up to a maximum of 14 characters, including space and/or special characters (+ - * / = ( ) from the <Up> arrow; and . ? : ; , ‘ from the <Down> arrow keys). The default name is “Team Formula 1”, with the cursor as a solid underline bar under the first letter “T”.
- Page 25 Wash3 Form#1 Name Wash3 Form#2 Name The names of formulae can be edited. There are 2 formulae for each of the 3 washers. The default names are Formula 1 and Formula 2. Use the <Up> or <Down> arrow keys to move to the desired option. Press <Ent>...
- Page 26 Wash1 Form2 Deterg Wash1 Form2 AuxPmp Pressing <Esc> key will exit to the previous menu screen. Selecting “Wash1 F1 Deterg” will display the following screen: W1 F1 Det(HvySwToTest DLY: 5 s. Pump: 25.0 oz Pressing <Esc> key will exit to the previous menu screen, keeping the default settings.
- Page 27 Line 1: This screen allows the programming data for Washer #1, Formula #1 (W1F1) for Auxiliary product. HvySwToTest: TMs can use the Heavy Soil Signal switch on the User Interface Module (mounted at washer #1) to trigger a dose of Auxiliary product to a graduated cylinder to verify the programmed amount.
- Page 28 square, ready to accept the new data. Use the soft keys to enter the numbers as described in previous sections, and use <Right> or <Left> arrow keys to move between data fields. Once the delay is entered correctly, press <Ent> to save the new value. NOT pressing <Ent>...
- Page 29 Pressing <Esc> key to move back up one screen. • Selecting “Sys Software Rev.?” will display the following screen: Ecolab, Inc. (C) Sys Software R 1.XX (XX=51 at the time of this writing) Pressing <Esc> key will exit to the previous menu screen.
- Page 30 F5 = Yes (Esc=No) To leave the logged Production Load Counts for each of the 3 washers unchanged, press <Esc> key to exit to the previous menu. Pressing <F5> will set all Load Counts to 0 (Zeros). • Selecting “Nr. Caps. Used:” will display the following screen: Capsule #XX at XX:XX On MDY: XX/XX/XX Use the <F5 = Page Up>...
- Page 31 New Pump? F5 = Yes (Esc=No) This screen helps the service manager to keep track of the total run time of a new pump, when the old pump is replaced (due to a bad pump, or due to preventive maintenance program). When a new pump is installed, pressing <F5>...
- Page 32 • Selecting “Valves on (manual)” will display the following screen: Ent 10 s. for:Cold=F7 Recirc=F8; Hot=F9 Pressing <Esc> key will exit to the previous menu screen. In this mode, pressing and holding the soft keys (F7, or F8) will prime 10 sec. worth of Cold water (F7), or Hot water (F9) to the spray nozzle (Note: lid needs to be closed for power to be applied to the water valve), or tank recirculation (F8) (power applied to both main pump and recirculation valve).
- Page 33 5: Time Calibration Menu: Esc=Previous Menu Cal Det to Wash1 Cal Det to Wash2 Cal Det to Wash3 Cal Aux to Wash #1 Cal Aux to Wash#2 Cal Aux to Wash#3 Set H2O valve code Mfg Test Only Pressing <Esc> key will exit to the previous menu screen. •...
- Page 34 Auxiliary pump cabinet. Use a graduated cylinder to receive and register the solution at the washer #1 discharge tube. Line 2: Once the received amount is verified, it can be entered in increments of 0.1 oz (1.0 – 99.9). Note the cursor is a solid underline bar under the number after the decimal point. To edit/change the calibrated amount, press <Ent>.
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Page 35: Troubleshooting
9.0 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Action 10.1 Unable to enter 1. Cursor not active. a. Press Enter. Cursor password when attempting should begin to blink. to access the programming Now enter password. menu. 10.2 Pump will not prime to 1. Inlet coupling not Connect pump inlet connected washer. - Page 36 #2) 2. Product Valve a. Verify that dispenser delivers correct dose of product. b. Check for disconnected wire on product valve coil. c. Check/clean product valve strainer. d. Replace Product Valve. 3. Formula a. Call Ecolab Technical Service for recommendation.
- Page 37 10.7 Poor Results in all 1. Product amounts a. Verify that pump is washers. operational and dispensing correct amount. b. Check external strainer 2. Product activity a. Ensure that product is being stored properly (see product label for recommendation) b. Ensure that account hot water temperature is <145ºF.
- Page 38 10.12 Unable to see capsule 1. Looking at empty capsule a. Press F5 (pg up) or F10 record logs (displays zero log placeholders. There (pg dn) until capsule capsules docked) are 60 place holders. numbers begin appearing. 10.13 Unable to save 1.
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Page 39: Part Photos
10.0 Part Photos Controller 9259-2129 Dock Lid 9259-2110 Pump Tray Access Door DISPENSER Pump Tray Service Access (2) Push button to disconnect coupling. (1) Lift pin & jiggle tray to retract pins Pump Door Open Pump Inlet Coupling Door latches 9259-1045 Pump... - Page 40 Slide Tray Out Product valves 9259-1038 Pump Outlet 9259-1045 Distribution manifold Pump Inlet and male half of inlet coupling Pump 9259-1045 8460-6284 Pump Tray (pulled out) Main Water Valves 9259-1057 (located on back side of rear plate)
- Page 41 Vacuum Breaker 8524-2501 Left side of Dispenser Reed Switch 8305-1136 Piercing Device 9259-2109 Spray Nozzle 8531-2502 Dock Lid Switch 8305-1136 View Inside Dock Washer Interface Module Water pressure regulator & User Interface Module 8420-0336 9259-1048...
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Page 42: Replacement Parts
11.0 Replacement parts Electrical Page 46 Water Valves Page 44 Regulator Plate Assembly Page 45 Pump Tray Other Dispenser Page 43 Components Page 47... - Page 43 PUMP TRAY REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 9259-1038 FORMULA 1 REPL PRODUCT VALVE ASSEMBLY 9200-4225 MOLDED MANIFOLD 8517-0785 REDUCING NIPPLE, ½ MNPT X 3/8 MNPT, PP 8526-4004 SOLENOID VALVE, 3/8 FNPT, 120 V, CELCON 9259-1045 FORMULA 1 PUMP FITTING KIT (PUMP NOT INCLUDED) 8605-9193 ELBOW, ¾...
- Page 44 WATER VALVES REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 9259-1057 FORMULA 1 REPL WATER VALVE ASSY 8563-5005 BRASS SWIVEL ELBOW, 3/8T X ¼ MNPT (3X) 9204-2019 SOLENOID VALVE, ¼ FNPT, 120V, BRASS (2X) 8514-0408 CLOSE NIPPLE, ¼ BRASS (2X) 8607-8011 STREET ELBOW, ¼ BRASS (2X) 8610-5012 TEE ¼...
- Page 45 REGULATOR PLATE ASSEMBLY REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 8420-0336 REPLACEMENT PRESSURE REGULATOR 8563-5005 BRASS SWIVEL ELBOW, 3/8T X ¼ MNPT, (2X) 8480-0218 REGULATOR NUT, PLASTIC, (2X) 8605-5019 ELBOW, ¼, BRASS, (4X) 8514-0408 NIPPLE, CLOSE, ¼, BRASS, (2X) 8420-0336 PRESSURE REGULATOR, (2X) 8514-0416 NIPPLE, ¼...
- Page 46 WASHER INTERFACE MODULE & ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 9259-1048 FORMULA 1 WASHR INTERFACE MODULE 8363-0541 FORMULA 1 REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULB 8349-0001 POWER SUPPLY 24 VDC 9259-2129 CONTROLLER, PROGRAMMED 9200-2034 UNIVERSAL WASHER SIGNAL MODULE 8390-0357 FU 1/4X1-1/4 3A 250V 8985-3113 14’...
- Page 47 OTHER DISPENSER COMPONENTS REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 9259-2109 FORMULA 1 PIERCING DEVICE 8531-2502 MAIN SPRAY NOZZLE 9259-2110 FORMULA 1 DOCK LID * (ORDER 8305-1102 MAGNET & 9259-2111 MAGNET RETAINER WHEN ORDERING DOCK LID) 8305-1136 SW REED .5A NO 8305-3001 LIQUID LEVEL FLOAT SWITCH 8524-2501 VAC BRKR 1/4 BRCP 8539-0079...
- Page 48 AUX. PUMP (9259-1046) COMPONENTS *optional REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 9261-0047 FORMULA 1 EPDM SQUEEZE TUBE (used with aux. pump) 9259-3425 FORMULA 1 VITON SQUEEZE TUBE (used with aux. pump) * (VITON SQUEEZE TUBE IS FOR USE WITH SANITIZER/SOUR) 9259-3144 FORMULA 1 REPL AUX PUMP MOTOR 9259-3128 FORMULA 1 REPL AUX PUMP ROLLER 9259-3110...