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obtaining the most effective use of the WITTEK Ball Washer.
1.
The use of open-web wire baskets (such as WITTEK R-2 Baskets) is recommended. Make sure
that an adequate supply is on hand to facilitate a workable flow of balls.
2.
Always
use the proper soap and water solution,
3.
Always turn the machine on before feeding hopper.
4.
Have an empty basket in place below the ball exit chute.
5.
MONITOR THE FLOW OF BALLS IN THE HOPPER
for sticks, rocks, chunks of mud, golf
tees, broken balls or any other debris, and
REMOVE AS DISCOVERED
. Foreign matter hinders
the machine’s cleaning ability, and solid objets, such as golf tees, can cause considerable damage.
6.
The machine is designed to pass small debris through the drain slot on the bottom of the lower
drum. Large objects must be removed by hand.
7.
Exceptionally dirty or muddy balls should be presoaked or cycled through the machine twice.
8.
After balls are clean, rinse soap film by dunking in clear water or rinsing with a garden hose.
9.
Drain water after each use or when exceptionally dirty.
10.
DO NOT LEAVE WATER IN THE TANK. Standing water will accelerate deterioration of rubber
cleaning surfaces.
11.
Regularly remove the drum from washer to inspect for broken or cut balls, large debris, or other
obstructions that may be lodged in the lower drum guides or drainage slot.
The pillow block bearings are designed with quick-release pins to facilitate easy drum removal.
To remove the drum:
a.
Remove the quick-release pins from each pillow block bearing.
b.
Rotate the drum until the drive coupling is vertically aligned.
c.
Pull the drum straight up and out of the lower tank.
13.
Hose down the inside of the machine after each use to clear the machine of dirt and debris.
12.
The typical washer is used for approximately two or three hours per day. This is not a limit.
WITTEK Washers are designed for heavy duty, continuous use. Many machines are used for
much longer periods of time with excellent results.
13.
The machine is equipped with an overload protector. In case of blockage, the machine will
automatically shut OFF to prevent serious damage. Removing the drum may be necessary. To
reset, turn ON\OFF switch to “OFF” position, clear machine of blockage, wait five minutes, and
then turn “ON” again.
II.
REPAIRS AND ASSEMBLIES
WARNING
: ALWAYS TURN POWER OFF WHEN WORKING ON MACHINE! NEVER INSERT
HAND IN THE BALL FEED BASKET WHEN MACHINE IS ON!
