Alliance Laundry Systems V-Series Troubleshooting guide

Operation/Maintenance
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Washer-Extractors
Pocket Hardmount
Variable Speed
V-Series Microcomputer
Refer to Page 7 for Model Identification

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Table of
Contents
Safety Information.............................................................................. 3
Explanation of Safety Messages........................................................... 3
Important Safety Instructions ............................................................... 3
Safety Decals ........................................................................................ 6
Operation............................................................................................. 7
Model Identification ............................................................................. 7
Customer Service.................................................................................. 7
Machine Familiarization Guide ............................................................ 9
Theory of Operation ............................................................................. 10
V-Computer ..................................................................................... 10
Keypad ............................................................................................. 11
Conditions Monitored by the Computer .......................................... 11
Start-Up................................................................................................. 13
Opening Door ....................................................................................... 13
Loading................................................................................................. 13
Cycle Selection ..................................................................................... 13
Cycle Execution.................................................................................... 14
Fill.................................................................................................... 14
Wash ................................................................................................ 14
Drain ................................................................................................ 15
Spin .................................................................................................. 15
Stop Routine ......................................................................................... 15
Balance Detection................................................................................. 16
Motor Thermal Overload Indicator ...................................................... 16
Maintenance ........................................................................................ 17
Daily ..................................................................................................... 17
Beginning of Day............................................................................. 17
End of Day ....................................................................................... 18
Weekly.................................................................................................. 18
Monthly................................................................................................. 18
Quarterly............................................................................................... 20
Care of Stainless Steel .......................................................................... 21
Daily Preventive Maintenance Checklist.............................................. 22
Weekly Preventive Maintenance Checklist.......................................... 23
Monthly Preventive Maintenance Checklist......................................... 24
Quarterly Preventive Maintenance Checklist....................................... 25
Removal from Service ........................................................................ 27
Decommissioning ................................................................................. 27

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Safety Information
Explanation of Safety Messages
Precautionary statements (“DANGER,” “WARNING,”
and “CAUTION”), followed by specific instructions,
are found in this manual and on machine decals. These
precautions are intended for the personal safety of the
operator, user, servicer, and those maintaining the
machine.
Additional precautionary statements (“IMPORTANT”
and “NOTE”) are followed by specific instructions.
IMPORTANT: The word “IMPORTANT” is used
to inform the reader of specific procedures where
minor machine damage will occur if the procedure
is not followed.
NOTE: The word “NOTE” is used to communicate
installation, operation, maintenance or servicing
information that is important but not hazard
related.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read all instructions before using the washer.
2. Refer to the GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS in
the INSTALLATION manual for the proper
grounding of the washer.
3. Do not wash textiles that have been previously
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with
gasoline, kerosene, waxes, cooking oils, dry-
cleaning solvents, or other flammable or
explosive substances as they give off vapors that
could ignite or explode.
4. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or
other flammable or explosive substances to the
wash water. These substances give off vapors that
could ignite or explode.
5. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be
produced in a hot water system that has not been
used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS
IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not
been used for such a period, before using a
washing machine or combination washer-dryer,
turn on all hot water faucets and let the water
flow from each for several minutes. This will
release any accumulated hydrogen gas. The gas is
flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame
during this time.
6. Do not allow children to play on or in the washer.
Close supervision of children is necessary when
the washer is used near children. This is a safety
rule for all appliances.
7. Before the washer is removed from service or
discarded, remove the door to the washing
compartment.
8. Do not reach into the washer if the wash drum is
moving.
DANGER indicates the presence of a
hazard that will cause severe personal
injury, death, or substantial property
damage if the danger is ignored.
DANGER
WARNING indicates the presence of a
hazard that can cause severe personal
injury, death, or substantial property
damage if the warning is ignored.
WARNING
CAUTION indicates the presence of a
hazard that will or can cause minor
personal injury or property damage if the
caution is ignored.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
serious injury or death to persons when
using your washer, follow these basic
precautions:
W023
WARNING

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9. Do not install or store the washer where it will be
exposed to water and/or weather.
10. Do not tamper with the controls.
11. Do not repair or replace any part of the washer, or
attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in the user-maintenance
instructions or in published user-repair
instructions that the user understands and has the
skills to carry out.
12. To reduce the risk of an electric shock or fire, DO
NOT use an extension cord or an adapter to
connect the washer to the electrical power source.
13. Use washer only for its intended purpose,
washing textiles.
14. Never wash machine parts or automotive parts in
the machine. This could result in serious damage
to the basket.
15. ALWAYS disconnect the washer from electrical
supply before attempting any service. Disconnect
the power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.
16. Install the washer according to the
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. All
connections for water, drain, electrical power and
grounding must comply with local codes and be
made by licensed personnel when required.
17. To reduce the risk of fire, textiles which have
traces of any flammable substances such as
vegetable oil, cooking oil, machine oil,
flammable chemicals, thinner, etc., or anything
containing wax or chemicals such as in mops and
cleaning cloths, must not be put into the washer.
These flammable substances may cause the
fabric to catch on fire by itself.
18. Do not use fabric softeners or products to
eliminate static unless recommended by the
manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
19. Keep washer in good condition. Bumping or
dropping the washer can damage safety features.
If this occurs, have washer checked by a qualified
service person.
20. Replace worn power cords and/or loose plugs.
21. Be sure water connections have a shut-off valve
and that fill hose connections are tight. CLOSE
the shut-off valves at the end of each wash day.
22. Loading door MUST BE CLOSED any time the
washer is to fill, tumble or spin. DO NOT bypass
the loading door switch by permitting the washer
to operate with the loading door open.
23. Always read and follow manufacturer’s
instructions on packages of laundry and cleaning
aids. Heed all warnings or precautions. To reduce
the risk of poisoning or chemical burns, keep
them out of the reach of children at all times
(preferably in a locked cabinet).
24. Always follow the fabric care instructions
supplied by the textile manufacturer.
25. Never operate the washer with any guards and/or
panels removed.
26. DO NOT operate the washer with missing or
broken parts.
27. DO NOT bypass any safety devices.
28. Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this
washer according to the manufacturer’s
instructions may result in conditions which can
produce bodily injury and/or property damage.
NOTE: The WARNINGS and IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS appearing in this
manual are not meant to cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur. Common
sense, caution and care must be exercised when
installing, maintaining, or operating the washer.
Any problems or conditions not understood should be
reported to the dealer, distributor, service agent or the
manufacturer.

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This machine must be installed, adjusted,
and serviced by qualified electrical
maintenance personnel familiar with the
construction and operation of this type of
machinery. They must also be familiar
with the potential hazards involved.
Failure to observe this warning may result
in personal injury and/or equipment
damage, and may void the warranty.
SW004
WARNING
Ensure that the machine is installed on a
level floor of sufficient strength and that
the recommended clearances for
inspection and maintenance are provided.
Never allow the inspection and
maintenance space to be blocked.
SW020
CAUTION
Be careful around the open door,
particularly when loading from a level
below the door. Impact with door edges
can cause personal injury.
SW025
CAUTION
Never touch internal or external steam
pipes, connections, or components.
These surfaces can be extremely hot and
will cause severe burns. The steam must
be turned off and the pipe, connections,
and components allowed to cool before
the pipe can be touched.
SW014
WARNING

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Safety Decals
Safety decals appear at crucial locations on the
machine. Failure to maintain legible safety decals
could result in injury to the operator or service
technician.
To provide personal safety and keep the machine in
proper working order, follow all maintenance and
safety procedures presented in this manual. If
questions regarding safety arise, contact the
manufacturer immediately.

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Operation
Model Identification
Information in this manual is applicable to these
models:
*This manual applies to models with U7 or U8 in the
8th and 9th or 9th and 10th positions in the model
number (e.g., UW60VVXU70001).
This manual is designed as a guide to operating and
maintaining the pocket hardmount washer-extractor
equipped with the V-computer and AC inverter drive.
The manuals, installation instructions, and wiring
diagrams which accompany the machine have been
included with the machine at no charge. Additional
copies are available at a nominal charge.
NOTE: Read this manual thoroughly before
attempting to operate the machine.
NOTE: Do not use this manual in conjunction with
earlier model computer-controlled machines. Do
not use technical literature intended for earlier
models when operating this machine.
NOTE: All information, illustrations, and
specifications contained in this manual are based
on the latest product information available at the
time of printing. We reserve the right to make
changes at any time without notice.
Customer Service
If literature or replacement parts are required, contact
the source from which the machine was purchased
or contact Alliance Laundry Systems LLC at
[phone] for the name and address of the
nearest authorized parts distributor.
For technical assistance, call any of the following
numbers:
[phone]
Ripon, Wisconsin
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A record of each machine is on file with the
manufacturer. Always provide the machine’s serial
number and model number when ordering parts or
when seeking technical assistance.
UW35VV*
UW60VV*
UW80VV*
UW100VV*
UW125VV*

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Model Number Familiarization Guide
Sample Model Number: UW60VVXU70001
UW Model Number Prefix
60 Washer-Extractor Capacity (pounds dry weight of laundry)
VType of Electrical Control
VWasher-Extractor Speed Capabilities
XElectrical Characteristics
7Design Series
0001 Option Identification (varies from machine to machine)
PHM628N
Figure 1
PHM628N
UW60VVXU70001
00000000000
200–240
50–60 2/3 1/3
20
60 27 813
N/A N/A 0.0
14
ETLListed
ConformsToANSI/UL Std.1206,3rdEd
CertifiedToCAN/CSA Std.C22.2No.53-1968
Drawings:
EXAMPLE OF NAMEPLATE