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If water continues to fill without stopping.

A Check the hose attached to the level control

unit.

B Check inlet valves for dirt underneath the

valve diaphragm. To isolate the cause, shut

off power. If water continues to flow, inlet

valves have foreign material in them and

should be thoroughly cleaned.

If water continues to flow without filling the
machine.

A Check seating of the drain valve.

Trouble shooting

1214

1215

Fig.

Summary of Contents for Giant W 185

Page 1: ... INFORMATION AS IT APPEARS ON THE MACHINE S DATA PLATE S MAKE CERTAIN TO KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE MACHINE TYPE OR MODEL MACHINE SERIAL NUMBER S ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS ________ VOLTS _______ PHASE _______ HZ OPERATING MAINTENANCE MANUAL WASCOMAT JUNIOR W 75 WASCOMAT SUPER JUNIOR W 105 WASCOMAT SENIOR W 125 WASCOMAT GIANT W 185 471 1562 75 04 00 23 ...

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Page 3: ...E FOLLOWING INFORMATION AS IT APPEARS ON THE MACHINE S DATA PLATE S MAKE CERTAIN TO KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE MACHINE TYPE OR MODEL MACHINE SERIAL NUMBER S ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS ________ VOLTS _______ PHASE _______ HZ OPERATING MAINTENANCE MANUAL WASCOMAT JUNIOR W 75 WASCOMAT SUPER JUNIOR W 105 WASCOMAT SENIOR W 125 WASCOMAT GIANT W 185 ...

Page 4: ...ns to start the machine For manually operated models place the ON OFF switch in the ON position and press the Start switch THE MACHINE S MUST NOT START b CLOSE THE DOOR to start machine operation and while it is operating attempt to open the door without exerting extreme force on the door handle The door should remain locked If the machine can start with the door open or can continue to operate wi...

Page 5: ...t appareil del alimentation avant de proceder a l entretien 6 To remove top panel first remove screws at the rear When remounting the top reinstall them To remove the top panel on models on which it is secured by one or two keylocks use the keys originally shipped in the drum package Be certain to relock after remounting the top panel MANUFACTURED BY WASCATOR DISTRIBUTED BY WASCOMAT INWOOD NEW YOR...

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Page 7: ...ine est conçue pour le lavage à l eau exclusivement La machine ne peut être utilisée par des enfants Tous les travaux d installation doivent être effectués par une personne qualifiée Tous les câblages électriques doivent être réalisés par un électricien diplômé Le verrouillage du hublot doit être vérifié chaque jour et ne peut être neutralisé Toute fuite du système due à des joints défectueux etc ...

Page 8: ... programs The machine is designed for connection to hot and cold water supplies All parts of the machine which come into contact with the items being washed are made of heavy gauge surgical stainless steel ensuring long life and lasting beauty as well as full protection for no iron fabrics All electrical components are made accessible for servicing by simply removing the top panel This manual cont...

Page 9: ...90 Floor loading Net weight 107 kg 235 lbs Dyn force 1 2 2 6 kN 290 620 lbs force Motor speed During wash 360 r p m During extraction 3380 r p m Rated output power Motor wash 3 phase 110 W 0 15 HP Motor extract 3 phase 550 W 0 75 HP Motor wash 1 phase 110 W 0 15 HP Motor extract 1 phase 370 W 0 5 HP Voltage requirements Choice 120 V 1 phase 60 Hz or 208 240 V 3 Phase 60 Hz Overcurrent protection T...

Page 10: ...g extraction 90 Floor load Net weight 161 kg 355 lbs Dyn force 1 7 3 4 kN 408 816 lbs force Motor speed During wash 360 r p m During extraction 3450 r p m Rated output power Motor wash 3 phase 150 W 0 2 HP Motor extract 3 phase 900 W 1 2 HP Motor wash 1 phase 140 W 0 18 HP Motor extract 1 phase 550 W 0 75 HP Voltage requirements Choice 120 V 1 phase 60 Hz or 208 240 V 3 Phase 60 Hz Overcurrent pro...

Page 11: ...ction 87 Floor load Net weight 210 kg 462 lbs Dyn force 2 4 4 8 kN 576 1152 lbs force Motor speed During wash 360 r p m During extraction 3450 r p m Rated output power Motor wash 3 phase 300 W 0 4 HP Motor extract 3 phase 1300 W 1 8 HP Motor wash 1 phase 280 W 0 4 HP Motor extract 1 phase 1300 W 1 8 HP Voltage requirements Choice 208 240 V 1 phase 60 Hz or 208 240 V 3 Phase 60 Hz Overcurrent prote...

Page 12: ...raction 81 Floor load Net weight 264 kg 582 lbs Dyn force 3 1 5 2 kN 744 1248 lbs force Motor speed During wash 360 r p m During extraction 3480 r p m Rated output power Motor wash 3 phase 400 W 0 55 HP Motor extract 3 phase 2000 W 2 7 HP Motor wash 1 phase 400 W 0 55 HP Motor extract 1 phase 1800 W 2 4 HP Voltage requirements Choice 208 240 V 1 phase 60 Hz or 208 240 V 3 Phase 60 Hz Overcurrent p...

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Page 14: ...ricated steel base is available for mounting of machines without an additional foundation Follow the instructions below when making a concrete foundation 1 Decide where to place the machine and consider maintenance requirements i e determine a suitable distance from the rear of the foundation to the wall and the distance from the foundation to the nearest side wall The distance should be at least ...

Page 15: ...ide to side and standing firmly on the four W75 W105 or six W125 W185 sup porting points Spacing washers must be mounted if one or more of these points is not resting against the floor foundation Place flat washers over the foundation bolts and secure the machine in position by tighte ning the self locking nuts See illustration below Check and tighten the nuts every week for the first month to com...

Page 16: ...es Check the incoming power for a high voltage or stinger leg This will usually measure higher than 150 Volts to ground If present connect that line to L2 on the terminal block For 3 phase machines start the machine and check that the drum rotates in the ccw direction during extraction when seen from the front If the drum rotates in the wrong direction interchange lines L1 and L3 at the power conn...

Page 17: ...rt and grit in the water lines may clog the inlet valve filter screens and or drain pilot valve causing the machine to fill very slowly or the drain valve not to operate properly Connect the water supply to the machine with 3 4 reinforced rubber hosing not to exceed 6 ft in length Hang the hosing in a large loop Do not use rigid piping Never force a hose onto the threads or you may cause cross thr...

Page 18: ...a floor drain as shown in the illustration Check local codes for required installation procedure The drain hose must not have sharp bends and must slope from the machine to assure proper drainage If the machine s drain into an open trough the trough should have a slope of 1 8 1 4 per foot towards the main drain Note To simplify installation Wascomat has made available the following hose kits For W...

Page 19: ...or when the machine is operating If necessary consult this manual for proper operation of the door lock and door safety interlock or call a quali fied serviceman IMPORTANT Door safety interlock must be checked daily in accordance with above procedure WARNING Before servicing Wascomat equipment disconnect electrical power IMPORTANT Le verrouillage de sûreté de la porte doit être vérifié tous les jo...

Page 20: ...ram is in the Prewash cycle hot and cold water should be entering the machine In the Wash cycle only hot water should enter 8 If cold water comes in the hoses are impro perly connected Reverse hot and cold water hoses 9 Machine must spin in a counter clockwise direction as seen from the front during extra ction If it does not reverse lines L1 and L3 on 3 phase machines If the side panels of the wa...

Page 21: ...ne ne peut être utilisée par des enfants Ne pas utiliser dans la machine des adoucissants textiles contenant des liquides volatils ou inflammables Safety rules Safety rules This machine is designed for water washing only All installation operations are to be carried out by qualified personnel Licensed personnel are necessary for all electric power wiring The interlock of the door must be checked d...

Page 22: ...r detergent in compartment 2 liquid fabric softener in compartment 3 Follow dosage instructions on the detergent package Liquid detergent can only be added at the begin ning of the specific cycle Insert coins or tokens When the right amount has been added the machine starts automatically Finishing When the wash program is finished open the door and take out the laundry Leave the door open when the...

Page 23: ...igh 3 Warm High 3 Cold High 3 Warm High Detergent 1 Drain 1 1 1 1 Mainwash 6 Hot High 6 Warm High 6 Cold High 6 Warm High Detergent 2 Drain 1 1 1 1 Rinse 1 1 Cold High 1 Cold High 1 Cold High 1 Cold High Drain 1 1 1 1 Extract 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 Rinse 2 1 Cold High 1 Cold High 1 Cold High 1 Cold High Drain 1 1 1 1 Extract 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 Rinse 3 2 Cold High 2 Cold High 2 Cold High 2 Cold High Detergen...

Page 24: ... will now wash the fabrics for 6 minutes The machine is then emptied Cold water is filled to the high level for the first rinse which lasts one minute followed by spin extraction for 30 seconds After the extraction comes the second rinse in cold water ending with spin extraction whereafter the third rinse is started Fabric softener is automatically admitted during the third rinse The fabrics are r...

Page 25: ... one minute followed by spin extraction for 30 seconds After this extraction comes the second rinse in cold water ending with spin extraction whereafter the third rinse is started Fabric softener is automatically admitted during the third rinse The fabrics are rinsed with cold water for two minutes followed by a spin extraction of four minutes duration Finally there is a shake out for one and a ha...

Page 26: ...ed for the first rinse which lasts one minute followed by spin extraction for 30 seconds After this extraction comes the second rinse in cold water concluded with spin extraction whe reafter the third rinse is started Fabric softener is automatically admitted during the third rinse The fabrics are rinsed with cold water for two minutes followed by a spin extra ction of four minutes duration Finall...

Page 27: ...ill now wash the fabrics for six minutes The machine is then emptied Cold water is filled for the first rinse which lasts one minute followed by spin extraction for 30 seconds Fabric softener is automatically admitted during the third rinse The fabrics are rinsed with cold water for two minutes followed by a spin extra ction of one minutes duration Finally there is a shake out for one and a half m...

Page 28: ...o rinses Water level during prewash mainwash With jumper A see figure in place the machine fills water to the high level during prewash mainwash and rinses If you remove jumper A the machine fills water to the low level during pre and mainwash and to the high level during rinses Contact your local dealer for detailed information To change the wash programs Fig 29 Fig 29 Terminal connection ...

Page 29: ...ng 3 Detergent supply box three compartments for automatic injection of powdered detergents and fabric softener 4 Inner cylinder of stainless steel supported at the rear by two ballraces 5 Outer drum of stainless steel 18 8 securely attached to the frame 6 Wash and extract motor for reversing wash action and high speed extraction 7 Hot and cold water valves program and level controlled solenoid va...

Page 30: ...he colored panels are made of phosphatized steel plate For servicing purposes the panels can easily be removed Inner cylinder The inner cylinder is made of perforated surgical stainless steel It is equipped with three lifting ribs and has highly polished side sheets and back with maximum embossed perforated area to assure high flow of water and supplies through fabrics Scientifically correct ratio...

Page 31: ... The seals are mounted on a stainless steel noncorrosive specially harde ned sleeve bushing that is mounted on the drive shaft to prevent wear of the seals and shaft The main bearing is fitted machine tight into the bea ring trunnion housing A nut is tightened on the shaft to prevent the cylinder from moving in and out The extension of the bearing trunnion housing supports the rear bearing holding...

Page 32: ...ay unit The lock operates as follows When the door is shut and the locking bolt moved to the lock position the micro switch will indicate that the door is closed When the machine is started the solenoid actuates the locking device blocking the door lock The locking device signals the delay unit closing a switch in the unit The washing machine motor will start and water enter the machine only after...

Page 33: ...ector switch 2 are mounted just behind the control panel The relays 3 and level controls 4 are located at the top of the machine easily accessible for service as are the motor capacitors 5 on 1 phase models Electrical connections to the machine are made by quick disconnect plugs 1192 34 5 Fig 34 ...

Page 34: ... when one or two wires have different dia meters Operation When the solenoid is energized the two halves of the magnet core are drawn together pulling down the moving contacts thus making or breaking the circuit When the current cuts out springs force the contact bank into its original position thus closing or opening the circuits Trouble shooting If the relay fails to operate despite power to the...

Page 35: ...s a different set of springs Call Wascomat s Service Department at 516 371 0700 before attempting to adjust the level control Water level As a guide for checking the level control for proper functioning the normal level should be approximately at the bottom of the door glass It is primarily the reverse wash mechanical action of the washer which gets clothes clean not the level of water or amount o...

Page 36: ...uously connected capacitor while the 2 pole winding extract speed is a specially designed winding with both a continuously connected capacitor and a starting capacitor Function of 3 phase motor When the stator winding is charged a magnetic field will occur which in turn will rotate the rotor at a fixed RPM depending upon the number of poles in the winding The 18 pole winding gives the wash speed a...

Page 37: ...ipal wiring and points of measuring on single phase motors The numbers at the connection points refer to the terminal num bers at the motor connector plug The numbers in circles indicate points of ampere measurements 1216 40 Fig 40 130µF 200µF ...

Page 38: ...31 40 Mechanical and electrical design 1700 W125 208 240 V 60 Hz single phase ...

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Page 40: ...n that the windings are not damaged A burned out motor can be re wound NOTE Before connecting a separate overload protector consult the local code Single phase W125 and W185 machines are also equipped with a manually resettable overload protector mounted on the extract relay in the control unit This overload protector protects the motor during the start up of the extraction Removing the motor Remo...

Page 41: ...spring loaded plunger is drawn up and the pilot valve in the center of the diaphragm open Because of the difference in diameter between the pilot valve opening and the ventilating hole in the diaph ragm the pressure above the diaphragm drops to a point where the admission pressure below the diaphragm can lift the diaphragm thus opening the valve When the current to the solenoid is cut off the plun...

Page 42: ... diaphragm Check the inlet strainer and clean as required Undo the coil and clean the surfaces of the magnetic core If the valve does not close Check that the coil is not live The valve is normally closed when the magnet is not energised Check the return spring Check the diaphragm pilot pressure opening Dismantling the valve Pull the coil straight upwards Use a screwdri ver if necessary to careful...

Page 43: ...g loaded plunger is made of stainless steel and located at its lower end Operation The valve is automatically operated by means of a rubber diaphragm and a pilot valve in exactly the same way as the supply injector valve NOTE To strip clean re assemble and troubleshoot the inlet valve follow the instructions outlined for the supply injector valve Fig 48 48 3963 49 Mechanical and electrical design ...

Page 44: ...r the supply injector valve Clean out At water temperatures of more than 60 C 140 F the lime deposits are heavily increased This can cause function problems due to blocking up the equalizing orifice of the valve The fault can be eliminated by cleaning the equalizing orifice marked A If there are much deposits the orifice can be changed from 0 5 mm to 0 8 mm The screwhead of the orifice is marked w...

Page 45: ...n valve rubber membrane When the solenoid valve cuts out the water presure push the piston back allowing the water to pass the solenoid valve and drain out via the return tube 7 Trouble shooting If the drain valve doesn t close Check that the solenoid valve 2 receives electricity Check that the solenoid valve and the tubes are clear by removing the drain hose 3 Check that water exits the hose when...

Page 46: ...e loaded immediately for liquids wait until the compartment flushes with water Compartment 2 This compartment is used for adding detergent at the beginning of the Wash cycle If liquid bleach is used it is added to this compartment when the compartment is flushed with water The insert is used to help prevent oversudsing Compartment 3 This compartment is used for liquid fabric softener which is siph...

Page 47: ...rgent with warm water Wipe dry and leave lid open Check that the drain valve does not leak and that it opens properly Check that the door does not leak Clean residual detergent and foreign matter from the door gasket Wipe the outside of the machine When the machine is not in use leave door slightly open to allow moisture to evaporate Weekly Remove the hose from the drain connection and clean the i...

Page 48: ...pt the plug in connectors on the control panel should be moved in and out in order to eliminate improper contact due to faulty connection Please note that this guide does not include all possibilities but only those most likely to cause the symtoms listed In trouble shooting electrical problems always make certain to have the proper electrical schematic or wiring diagram at hand Test for power usi...

Page 49: ...nal block If water does not drain A Check the drain valve and drain solenoid for proper operation B Disconnect the drain hose connected to the drain line If a full flow of water comes out the problem is in the main waste line If water flow is slow the problem is the accumulation of foreign materials between the drain valve and shell outlet of machine Clean the valve body of any foreign objects fou...

Page 50: ...coil for proper operation If the motor does not operate at wash speed A Check the wash relay s B Check the normally closed contact of the extract relay C Check the motor and V belt D Review procedures outlined under section If machine does not start A A B C Trouble shooting Fig 59 Fig 60 ...

Page 51: ...etallic noise can be heard at rear of machine A Tighten the pulley on the motor shaft If the door is leaking A Check the door gasket If the gasket is in good condition install a 4 7 mm rubber hose seal around the entire gasket using the slits provided Trouble shooting 61 1207 1175 1176 62 63 A Fig 62 Fig 63 Fig 61 ...

Page 52: ...ce the door gasket if worn If water does not enter the machine A Check the valve coils on the inlet valves B Check wires leading to the valve coils C Be sure manual shut off valves are in open position Trouble shooting 64 1212 65 A 1837 Fig 64 Fig 65 ...

Page 53: ...for dirt underneath the valve diaphragm To isolate the cause shut off power If water continues to flow inlet valves have foreign material in them and should be thoroughly cleaned If water continues to flow without filling the machine A Check seating of the drain valve Trouble shooting 1214 1215 A B A Fig 67 Fig 66 66 67 ...

Page 54: ...47 If the machine vibrates excessively Tighten the mounting bolts Check that the shipping security has been removed Refer to Function control on page 14 68 1140 Fig 68 Trouble shooting ...

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