USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Table of Contents Advanced Configuration System Requirements Installation Motor Current Sensor Brush Adjustments Physical Set-Up Plumbing Connections Drive Parameters Timing Relay Motor Speed Adjustment Maintenance Operation Troubleshooting Start Up Appendices Parts Callouts...
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Overview System Requirements Water Supply The BLX-400 is a compact semi-automated footwear scrubbing unit built to accommodate 1 user at a time. • Flow: 5 GPM (3.8L/m) minimum* The included user manual contain installation, •...
USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Installation NOTE: For fixed installations, area in front of electrical panel must be clear at least 36" BLX-400 User Manual Page 4 of 25 Updated: 02/11/21...
USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Installation Physical Set Up: 1. Set unit in desired location. 2. Aspects to consider when deciding on placement: • Clearance for general use • Location of drain • Emergency exit paths or egress •...
USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Installation (continued) Motor Speed Adjustment The speed of the motor is controlled by a variable frequency motor drive. As the drive decreases the frequency of the motor, the RPMs decrease. The V.F.
USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Operation Start Up E-Stop 1. Verify installation has been completed: Sensor • Brushes and grate are secured • Unit is plugged in and receiving power • Water and solution have been plumbed 2.
USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Cleaning Procedures Removing & Replacing Brushes 1. Shut down the unit (see pg. 7). 2. Remove the two side brushes by lifting each of them up and out of their brackets [Figure 8.1].
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USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Advanced Configuration Options Motor Current Sensor Brush RPM Formula The formula for calculating Speed in RPM from Drive Automation Direct ACS-200 Current Switch Frequency in Hertz is: The motor current sensor monitors the current draw...
USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Advanced Configuration Options (continued) Drive Parameter Settings Allen Bradley 4M Variable Frequency Drive Parameter Description Setting Units Number P102 Motor NP Hertz P104 Minimum Freq ADJUSTMENT RANGE P105 Maximum Freq TIME RANGE...
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USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Preventative Maintenance The following maintenance procedures are recommended for normal use. Units which see a high amount of use should be inspected more frequently. Weekly: Gear Reducer: • Check unit for proper sensor function and brush •...
USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Troubleshooting Unit not operating & E-STOP not Illuminated: Unit is leaking onto floor: • Verify unit is plugged in. • Check to make sure all joints are sealed. • Verify E-STOP is not pushed down.
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USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Troubleshooting F002 Fault Code on Variable Frequency Drive: F004 Fault Code on Variable Frequency Drive: Cause: Power may have been cycled to the unit • If unit is connected to a GFCI, verify its ratings while it was “ON”.
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USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Appendix A - Parts Callout BLX-400 User Manual Page 14 of 25 Updated: 02/11/21...
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M1183 DRIVE SHAFT MOTOR-BRUSH WELDMENT M1238 TUB WELDMENT BLX-400 M1248 GRATE WELDMENT BLX-400 M1258 GRATE LATCH BAR M1260 SPRAY BAR WLDMNT BLX-400 M1262 BRUSH FIXED 10-1/2 X 3 M1263 BRUSH LOWER BLX-400 M1319 ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLY BLX-400 M1420 BRUSH SUPPORT WELDMENT...
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USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Appendix B - Electrical Panel Parts Callout Part No. Description Part No. Description SCREW THEAD FORMING 10-32 X 1/2 HEX WASHER TERMINAL BLOCK SPRING CLAMP 5.1mm DUAL- F1172 P1875 HEAD ZINC...
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USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Appendix B - Electrical Panel Parts Callout Part No. Description Part No. Description SCREW THEAD FORMING 10-32 X 1/2 HEX WASHER TERMINAL BLOCK SPRING CLAMP 5.1mm DUAL- F1172 P1875 HEAD ZINC...
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USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Appendix C - Electrical Schematic (120VAC) BLX-400 User Manual Page 18 of 25 Updated: 02/11/21...
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USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Appendix C - Electrical Schematic (230VAC) BLX-400 User Manual Page 19 of 25 Updated: 02/11/21...
USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Appendix D - Venturi System Maintenance Solenoid & Venturi Injector Disassembly: 1. Shut down the unit (see page 7) 2. Shut OFF the sanitizer supply and remove pressure from the line.
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USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT ADJUSTABLE SINGLE STAGE INJECTORS BP, 202 BT, 203B, 203BP, 203 BT, 204B, 204BP, 204 BT, 206B, 206BP, 206BT Appendix E - Venturi System Metering Tips INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Metering Tips and Flow Rates: 1.
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USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Appendix E - Non-Dilution Flojet The following instructions overview installation, set- up, and general use for BLX boot scrubbers equipped with a Non-Dilution Flojet kit, for use with sanitizer solutions that do not require dilution. Follow standard instructions for other sections (i.e.
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USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Appendix E - Non-Dilution Flojet Sensor General Use 1. Using both hands, grasp the handlerail to activate the sensor. 2. When activated, the brush will begin to rotate and the pump will activate to spray solution.
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P1544 QUICK FIT AIR INLET 1/4" FLOWJET P56 M2111 BLX-400 NDF BRACKET SS P1545 CLIP P56 PUMP M2113 BLX-400 GEN2 SPRAY MANIFOLD WELDMENT QUICK DISCONNECT INLET/OUTLET FOR FLOJET P1187 SOLENOID CABLE 18mm DIN 24V P1603 PUMPS 3/8" P1188 PIPE HEX NIPPLE 1/4 SS...
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USER MANUAL: BLX-400 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Appendix E - Non-Dilution Flojet (Electrical Schematic) BLX-400 User Manual Page 25 of 25 Updated: 02/11/21...
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