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WasteStation Compact
NOTE
T
he macerator and dewaterer motors, is each protected by a thermal overload relay. If either motor
experiences a problem (e.g. due to a component jam) then the machine will automatically shut
down for a short period (typically 10-15 minutes). At the end of this period the thermal overload
relay will reset itself and the machine will return to normal standby mode ready for operation.
The pump motor is protected by an inverter. If the pump motor experiences a problem, the inverter
will register a fault and the machine will automatically shut down and will remain inoperable until
the problem is rectified and the fault condition on the inverter is cleared. Should this occur, please
contact service personnel for advice.
WATER FLOW CONTROL
When operating the WasteStation, the water flow control should initially be set at its highest
position before turning it down whilst the waste is being processed. The rate of water flow can be
adjusted up or down for each installation to take account of unique factors such as the length of,
and number of bends in, the drainage piping, and the fall of the pipe.
A bucket of warm
(NOT HOT)
, soapy water poured into the FWD’s hopper at the end of each day
will both clean the equipment and help disperse any residual solids in the piping.
ONGOING MACHINE REQUIREMENTS
Daily: Clean down thoroughly after use especially inside the hopper. Unscrew the safety interlock
knob and open the baffle to gain access internally
Cleaning is assisted by the use of a low-pressure spray, an IMC Pre-Rinse Spray or a Reel-
Kleen retractable hose reel.
Place a washing bowl with some warm soapy water in it into the waste bucket area, unclip
the waste chute and with a ‘dishwashing brush’ or similar, clean out the inside of the
outfeed chute and also the outfeed area of the dewaterer.
Wipe over the exterior of the machine, including the back areas not normally visible.
Proprietary cleaners may safely be used but avoid particularly aggressive cleaners and neat
bleach solutions.
End each day by pressing the blue ‘Clean’ button and allowing the machine to perform its
own dewaterer internal automated cleaning cycle (a bin must be in place to do this)
12 monthly:
Check for motor bearing wear by:
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Sound of motor
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Side movement of rotor
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Maintenance Guide MG-016 refers to the Maintenance of the macerator unit.