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Operating- and maintenance instructions ‘Original instructions’ Rendisk Solus Rendisk P.O. Box 25 NL -7260 AA Ruurlo The Netherlands Version date: 5 December 2013 Doc. number: Instructions_Solus v20131205...
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS Change log Date Decription 2013-12-5 FvdL First issue DOC. NO. : INSTRUCTIONS_SOLUS V20131205 DATE : 5 DECEMBER 2013...
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS Table of contents CHANGE LOG ..................................1-2 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ..............................1-6 ..................................1-6 ARNING ........................1-6 BJECTIVE AND TARGET GROUP OF THIS MANUAL ............................... 1-6 ELATED DOCUMENTS ................................1-6 ANUFACTURER ..................................1-6 OPYRIGHT ..................................
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Continuous cycle ............................... 4-20 4.4.5 Heavy duty mode (Optional) ..........................4-20 4.4.6 Cleaning cycle ..............................4-20 4.4.7 Jam release grinder of Solus ..........................4-20 4.4.8 Shut down ................................. 4-21 4.4.9 Cleaning food waste chute ..........................4-21 4.4.10 Activate service mode ............................4-21 4.4.11...
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Figure 2 Overview Solus with separate pump and dewater unit............. 3-11 Figure 3 Solus ............................ 3-12 Figure 4 Top side (intake) Solus (Grill in Closed (Left) and Open (right) position) ......3-13 Figure 5 Main components Front side ....................3-14 Figure 6 Main components back side ....................
Warning Read these instructions carefully before you start the Solus. Only then is maximum safety ensured. Operation of and maintenance on the Solus may only be carried out by qualified and authorised personal. Objective and target group of this manual These Operating and maintenance instructions are intended to provide operators and maintenance engineers with information about using and maintaining the machine.
Warning: Any modifications to the unit will cause the invalidation of the CE certification. Hazardous situations may arise. Intended use The Solus is used for organic kitchen waste disposal. Paper, glass, plastics and metal cannot be processed in the system. Machine identification A machine identification plate has been applied.
Danger due electrical shock Warning: Danger for pinch risk Operators The Rendisk Solus may only be operated by qualified and trained personnel. Warning: The safety rules listed in this document must be obeyed. If you violate them unacceptable risks may result.
The main switch on each unit can be locked out in case of maintenance to prevent uncontrolled start of the units. The Solus is equipped with a safety grid and lid which prevents access to the rotating parts of the food waste grinder. ...
Cleaning procedures of the Solus should be integrated in the existing hygiene plan of the site. The Solus has a cleaning cycle option to clean internal wet parts and piping. We recommend using this option at least once a day to prevent buildup of fogs and oils. You can contact Rendisk for additional solutions to keep the machine in a proper condition.
Technical specification The Solus is a standalone unit which reduces the volume of the loaded foodwaste on the spot. The food waste is loaded on the grid where it falls through. Below the grid is a grinder which reduces the size of the particles in the food waste.
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS Solus main components After opening the cover (2), the waste can be dropped into the waste inlet and safety grid (1). The waste falls on the grinder. After closing the safetygrid and cover the cycle can be started by pressing the start button on the control panel (5).
7. Safety sensor (under table top and in safety grid (or lid)) Warning: Never reach into a working drop unit, this may result in severe injury! Figure 4 Top side (intake) Solus (Grill in Closed (Left) and Open (right) position) DOC. NO. : INSTRUCTIONS_SOLUS V20131205 DATE...
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS 3.3.2 Main parts front side For maintenance and failure analyses the main components are described in the figure below: 1. Main switch 2. Dewater unit outlet 3. Solid food waste bin 4. Safety sensor 5.
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS 3.3.3 Main parts back side For maintenance and failure analyses the main components are described in the figure below: 1. Overflow 2. Magnet (optional) 3. Cold and warm water supply valves 4. Grinder 5. Recycle water pump 6.
2. Solid food waste outlet 3. Dewater unit 4. Bin detector 5. Water outlet dewater unit 6. Recycle water pipe (to pump) 7. Waste water outlet to sewage Figure 7 Mainparts left side Solus DOC. NO. : INSTRUCTIONS_SOLUS V20131205 DATE : 5 DECEMBER 2013...
Prior knowledge The operator must be aware of the operation of the Solus (described in Chapter 3) and must be able to work safely with the Solus, as described in Chapter 2. Precautions Always check the following points before starting the machine Before switching on and starting the Solus, the following actions must be carried out: ...
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS 4.3.2 Control panel At the frontside of the solus you can find the control panel. In Figure 8 is the control panel explained. Figure 8 Control panel drop unit Normal operation mode 4.4.1 Start-up 1.
3. Throw the food waste into the chute. Figure 9 maximum fill level 4. Close the safety grid (and the cover) 5. Start the cycle. Figure 10 Materials that can (not) be processed with Solus DOC. NO. : INSTRUCTIONS_SOLUS V20131205 DATE : 5 DECEMBER 2013...
Batch cycle If the push button ‘Batch cycle’ (Switch 1 in Figure 8) is pressed once the Solus will start a batch to empty the food waste intake (max 16 liters). The led will indicate that the cycle is running. If the button is pressed once during the batch, the Solus will stop the running cycle instantly and return to standby mode.
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS Figure 11 Jam release wrench 4.4.8 Shut down Turn off the main switch of the unit (Item 1 Figure 5). 4.4.9 Cleaning food waste chute Warning: Always isolate / disconnect all power to prevent electrical shock before opening the...
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS Figure 12 Disassembling front panel 3. Open the electrical cabinet 4. Switch red button (2 in Figure 13) . Figure 13 Electrical cabinet 5. Led L5-L8 (Figure 14) will turn on to indicate that Service mode is switched on.
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS Figure 14 Control panel Program mode Following steps need to be followed to activate program mode: 1. Deactivate service mode (see paragraph 4.4.11) 2. Press S4 (Figure 14) for 5 seconds. Led L1-L8 will light up for 5 seconds.
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS 4.5.3 Adjusting batch cycle time in Heavy duty mode (Led L3 on) By pressing S2 it is possible to toggle trough following options: Led L5 on batch cycle time = 50 seconds ...
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS Chapter 5 Installation This chapter provides information about how to install the Solus. Safety Carefully read Chapter 2 before proceeding to install the machine. Only then can optimum safety be ensured. Installation requirements Dimensions...
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS Figure 15 Clockwise rotating grinder 4. Check if dewater unit is running by pressing S2 (Figure 14). If it fails check motor protection ((3) in Figure 13). 5. Flush with all water valves by pushing S3 and S4 (Figure 14). Check if there is no leakage during flushing.
Chapter 6 Repairs and maintenance This chapter informs on the required maintenance of the Solus General Maintenance is important for the proper functioning of the Solus. Overdue maintenance may result in dangerous situations. Overdue maintenance may lead to dangerous situations.
RENDISK SOLUS Access front Only qualified personal (see also 2.3) are allowed to open the Solus. For maintenance or failure of the cutlery magnet, supply water valves, cleaning shower, grinder or safety sensor they can be accessed by following the next steps.
(see Error! Reference source not found.). Spare parts list A list with spare parts can be found in Appendix IV . If you do any questions or need any help you can contact the Rendisk service desk. DOC. NO. : INSTRUCTIONS_SOLUS V20131205 DATE...
RENDISK SOLUS Chapter 7 Storage and transport This chapter provides information on the storage and the transport of the Solus. Storage The unit has to be stored in a clean and dry room with a relative humidity between 10 and 80% at temperatures between -10 and 50 °C.
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS Chapter 8 Dismantling and scrapping This chapter gives instruction for the dismantling and scrapping of the installation. Environmental protection Caution! Water-polluting materials Such materials can pollute the soil and groundwater and enter the sewage system.
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS Appendix II CE IIA declaration The original will be supplied separately. Figure 17 Example CEIIA declaration DOC. NO. : INSTRUCTIONS_SOLUS V20131205 DATE : 5 DECEMBER 2013...
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS Appendix III Maintenance and repair grinder Jam release In case the grinder reduces speed, stops or does not start: Disconnect electrical power supply (main switch). Use protective gloves. Remove any non-grindable object from grinding chamber.
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS Disassembling grinder 1. Switch the current off 2. Disconnect the grinder cable from the contactor . 3. Loosen the waste water connection from the end shield. 4. Disconnect the grinder (6 screws, with nuts and possible fixing (22)).
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OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS Assembling grinder 15. Clean all components carefully. Assemble in reverse order. Note especially the following. 16. Before pressing the carrier (-18) onto the motor axle, remove the motor fan hood and support the axle at fan end in order to prevent damage to the motor bearings. Mark the depth of hole in the carrier onto the motor axle.
OPERATING- AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RENDISK SOLUS Appendix IV Spare parts list Please contact Rendisk for the spare parts list DOC. NO. : INSTRUCTIONS_SOLUS V20131205 DATE : 5 DECEMBER 2013...
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