Summary of Contents for InSinkErator WasteXpress WX500
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NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury. Please be certain that the person who installs or uses this appliance carefully reads and understands the Safety Instructions contained in this manual. www.insinkerator.com/foodservice Part No. 15333 Rev. C...
Centers do not make original installations. • Drain auger • Hot water (Waste Xpress) For technical information not covered in these instructions, contact the supplier, an InSinkErator Field Sales Representative, or InSinkErator Foodservice Sales and Service at 1-800-845-8345. Syphon Breaker Sink Bowl...
Waste Xpress Features FEATURES CONSTRUCTION Stainless steel construction (for physical size see COMPACT SIZE Figure 3). The Waste Xpress is designed to fit under a 34" high ® commercial kitchen table. WASTE MIX The Waste Xpress can process non-food waste such WASTE REDUCTION as paper, light and rigid plastic or food wrappings when Reduces volume by up to 85%.
WX-101A Control Features/Mounting Control Center The WX-101A Control Center is CUL US listed for use ® with InSinkErator Waste Xpress food waste reduction ® systems. The control center operates the disposer and ELECTRICAL SHOCK Waste Xpress. Its main functions are: •...
(603.25 mm InSinkErator mounting adaptor. 790.58 mm) 3" (76.20 mm) 8-3/4" NOTE: The InSinkErator #5 Sink Flange can not be (222.25 mm) 8-3/4" used with the Waste Xpress system. (222.25 mm) NOTE: InSinkErator must approve attachment to a non-InSinkErator sink.
SPECIAL INSINKERATOR MOUNTING ASSEMBLIES When installing an InSinkErator Foodservice disposer to any other mounting configuration, a special mounting adaptor kit is required. The special mountings are described in the Mounting Adaptor Selection Guide (for more information, call 1-800-845-8345 or go to www.insinkerator.com).
Installing the Waste Xpress 45˚ bend shown (max of 4 can be used) 1-1/2" 3" (38.1 mm) (76.2 mm) Figure 11. Top View Syphon Breaker Sink Bowl Cold Water Solenoid Hot Water Solenoid Waste Xpress 1-1/2" min 1" min (38.1 mm (25.4 mm min) min) Disposer...
Installing the Waste Xpress WASTE XPRESS LOCATION 7. Connect wire bundle between WX-101A and Waste Xpress unit as detailed in wiring diagram. NOTE: Prior to installing the Waste Xpress the Door interlock connections are #3 and #95. Replace disposer and control center should be installed as terminal cover.
Plumbing Connections PROPERTY DAMAGE Water connections must comply with all local plumbing codes. WASTE INLET LINE Connect the disposer outlet flange as close as possible and with as few as possible 90° elbows to the Waste Xpress inlet. NOTE: The maximum allowable distance between the Figure 15.
All cold water line fittings are 1/2" NPT except the InSinkErator recommends that the waste outlet sink bowl nozzles which are 1/2" compression. empties into a floor drain. Use 1/2" compression fitting to connect hot water If the waste outlet connection on the Waste Xpress to Waste Xpress.
Electrical Connections ELECTRICAL SHOCK PROPERTY DAMAGE • Turn off all electrical supply to the disposer before • Ensure that control center voltage and phase attempting any work on it. Use a voltmeter or match the disposer motor and electrical supply. circuit tester to ensure that power is off.
Operating Instructions PRE-OPERATION TEST Before operating the Waste Xpress complete the following steps to ensure the unit has been PERSONAL INJURY properly installed. If system does not shut down when front cover/discharge chute is removed, interlock may 1. Ensure plumbing and electrical connections not be wired correctly.
Operating Instructions TO START 1. Check to ensure disposer is free of foreign objects. 2. Ensure power is on. 3. Push start button. Disposer and Waste Xpress will run and water will flow into disposer TO STOP 1. Push stop button. System will stop. 2.
Operating Instructions OPERATING WASTE XPRESS SYSTEM 1. Make sure there are no foreign objects in disposer grind chamber. Do not pre-load disposer with food waste prior to starting. 2. Place 10 gallon waste bin under discharge chute. 3. Push start button on control center. Waste Xpress and disposer will run and water will flow into disposer.
Cleaning Instructions PERSONAL INJURY Discharge Chute Wait until auger paddles stop before cleaning Waste Xpress. 1. Press stop button on control center to stop system (disposer & Waste Xpress). 2. Holding both handles remove discharge chute by tilting it upward (see Figure 25). 3.
Troubleshooting ELECTRICAL SHOCK PERSONAL INJURY • Disconnect power before servicing. Wait until auger paddles stop before servicing Waste Xpress. • Do not bypass interlock switch. Troubleshooting for problems other than what is listed below should be performed by a qualified service person. Troubleshooting performed by untrained personnel could result in electrical shock or damage to the Waste Xpress, disposer and/or Control Center.
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Troubleshooting SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Water backs up into disposer • The auger and screen plugged. • Remove plug. (does not drain). • Auger not turning. • Ensure that auger is seated properly and that auger belt in place. Check motor. •...
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Troubleshooting SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION No water spraying onto • Solenoid valve clogged. • Remove clog. auger screen. • Water turned off. • Turn on water. • Solenoid valve defective. • Call for service. • Spray nozzles clogged. •...
Troubleshooting DISPOSER TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Disposer motor will not start and • No incoming line power. • Turn line power on. water does not flow. • Line disconnect switch is not on. • Turn line disconnect to "on" position. Wait 15-20 seconds before attempting to start system to allow control to perform "self test."...
Troubleshooting WASTE XPRESS TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Auger runs in counterclockwise • Power to auger motor reversed. • Reverse motor leads to auger motor or (CCW) direction. switch L1 and L2 connections on Waste Xpress terminal block. Auger must run in clockwise direction.
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Instructions section on page 17). discharge chute. falling into base of cabinet and exiting at outlet. If the Waste Xpress remains inoperative after following this troubleshooting guide, contact InSinkErator’s service department at 1-800-845-8345 for the location of the nearest approved service agency.
• Black wires = Line voltage (208 - 240 V) control. 120 V WX-101A-5 1-phase 208/240 V 1/2 to 2 HP 3-phase Call Toll Free 1-800-845-8345 for the nearest InSinkErator Authorized Service Agency or to reach Technical Support.
• Black wires = Line voltage (380 - 460 V) control. 120 V WX-101A-6 1-phase 380/460 V 1/2 to 2 HP 3-phase Call Toll Free 1-800-845-8345 for the nearest InSinkErator Authorized Service Agency or to reach Technical Support.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. InSinkErator® may make improvements and changes in the specification at any time, in its sole discretion, without notice or obligation and further reserves the right to change or discontinue models.
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