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C.
Machine Start-up and Test Cycle
1.
Check Drum Alignment
a.
The machine has been properly tested and inspected in the factory prior to
shipment. It is possible, however, that vibration or movement during shipping
could cause minor drum misalignment. Check drum alignment prior to starting
the machine.
b.
Open the lid of the machine and place golf balls in each of the slots between the
molded guides, in the lower drum front. Gently rotate the drum by hand, turning
the top of the drum toward the front of the machine. The drum should turn
smoothly and evenly as the balls travel through the lower tank and appear behind
the drum.
c.
If the balls bind or jam, or if the drum turns with uneven resistance, it is out
of alignment.
2.
Soap and Water Fill
a.
Put one cup of WITTEK Golf Ball Soap, or any other low-sudsing (Borax-type) powder
detergent into the empty tank.
b.
Fill the tank approximately 2 inches from the top with luke-warm to hot water.
WARNING:
USE ONLY A LOW-SUDSING POWDER DETERGENT IN THE MACHINE. DO NOT USE
LAUNDRY DETERGENTS, LIQUID CLEANERS, CHEMICAL SOLVENTS, OR ACIDS IN THE
MACHINE. USE OF ANYTHING OTHER THAN A LOW-SUDSING POWDER DETERGENT
CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY, OR DAMAGE TO GOLF BALLS OR RUBBER LINERS.
3.
Test Cycle
a.
Make sure the machine is closed and the rubber latches are fastened.
WARNING:
NEVER OPERATE MACHINE WITH LID OPEN OR THE RUBBER LATCHES UNFASTENED.
b.
With the tank properly filled, place an empty basket or container on the floor in front of
the machine below the ball exit chute.
HINT:
For the first couple of golf balls, the basket should be held near the exit chute. Golf balls might bounce
out if the basket is left on the ground.
c.
Turn the machine on using the ON\OFF switch located on the end of the drive motor. The
machine should make a low humming sound: motor, drive shaft, and drum should turn.
d.
Make certain that the vibrator motor is running and that the hopper is vibrating. The
vibrator motor ON\OFF switch is located on the connecting wire between the vibrator
motor and the drive motor.
e.
Place a few balls in the hopper. Observe and make sure the balls roll and enter smoothly
through the ball entry trough on the left side of the hopper. After approximately 20
seconds, the balls should exit the machine from the ball exit chute (front right of machine)
and fall into the basket.
f.
Test cycle is complete. The machine is performing properly and is ready for general use.
WARNING
:
DO NOT RUN GOLF BALLS THROUGH THE MACHINE WITHOUT WATER IN THE TANK.
SERIOUS
DAMAGE CAN OCCUR BY RUNNING BALLS THROUGH A DRY MACHINE.
D.
Operation and Maintenance for Effective Cleaning
WITTEK Ball Washers are designed such that no periodic mechanical maintenance is necessary. All
moving parts, such as motors and bearings, are sealed so that no lubrication is required. Metal surfaces
are powder coated. The upper and lower tank is constructed of high-impact molded polyethylene.
Most breakdowns or mechanical failures occur as a result of torque overload from accumulation of dirt
or debris. Therefore, it is
imperative
to maintain proper operating practices and to clean the machine after
every
use in order to insure efficient continuous performance.
In any material handling operation, location variables, operator capability, logic, and common sense are
the major factors in the creation of a system. Methods of maintaining a steady flow of balls through the
machine will vary from operator to operator. However, there are some general rules to follow for
