Dexter Laundry N-Series User manual

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N-Series Vended & OPL Washers
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not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
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avoided could result in death or serious injury.
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avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may
also be used to alert against unsafe practices. Minor
burns, pinch points that result in bruises and minor
chemical irritation.
Indicates information or a company policy that relates
directly or indirectly to the safety of personnel or protec-
tion of property.
This is the user caution symbol. It indicates a condition
where damage to the equipment resulting in injury to
the operator could occur if operational procedures are
not followed. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DAMAGE OR
INJURY, refer to accompanying documents; follow all
steps or procedures as instructed.
This is the electrical hazard symbol. It indicates that
there are DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES PRESENT inside
the enclosure of this product. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, do not attempt to open the
enclosure or gain access to areas where you are not
instructed to do so. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONEL ONLY
Caution! There are sharp edges on various sheet metal
parts internal to the enclosure. Use safety consciousness
when placing or moving your hands while working in the
interior of this equipment.
Caution! To reduce the risk of damage to the Water Inlet
Valve, do not supply inlet water with a temperature that
exceeds 70˚ C.
Caution! To reduce the risk of re or explosion, do not
operate this equipment in any hazardous classied
(ATEX) environment.
Equipment Safety Warnings
Symbols and Terminology Used in this Equipment
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Warning! Do not operate equipment if door glass is
damaged in any way.
Warning! Keep clear of rotating parts.
Prohibited! Do not enter this equipment or space.
Prohibited! Do not step or stand on this equipment.
Prohibited! Do not operate without all guards and covers in
place.
Prohibited! Do not operate without all guards and covers in
place.
Prohibited! Do not wash clothing impregnated with
ammable liquids (petrochemical).
Prohibited! Do not allow children to play in or around
equipment.
Equipment Safety Warnings
Symbols and Terminology Used in this Equipment Indicates an imminently hazardous situation,
which if not avoided, will result in death or seri-
ous injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation,
which if not avoided could result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices. Minor burns, pinch
points that result in bruises and minor chemical
irritation.
Indicates information or a company policy that
relates directly or indirectly to the safety of per-
sonnel or protection of property.
This is the user caution symbol. It indicates a
condition where damage to the equipment re-
sulting in injury to the operator could occur if
operational procedures are not followed.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DAMAGE OR INJURY,
refer to accompanying documents; follow all
steps or procedures as instructed.
This is the electrical hazard symbol. It indicates
that there are DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES
PRESENT inside the enclosure of this product.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, do not attempt to open the enclosure or
gain access to areas where you are not instruct-
ed to do so. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONEL ONLY
Caution! To reduce the risk of re or explosion,
do not operate this equipment in any hazardous
classied (ATEX) environment.
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• All washers must be installed in accordance to
all applicable electrical, plumbing and all other local
codes.
• These installation and operation instructions are
for use by qualied personnel only. To avoid injury
and electrical shock, do not perform any servicing
other than that contained in the installation and op-
eration instructions, unless qualied.
Do not install washers in an explosive atmosphere.
•Care must be stressed with all foundation work to
ensure a stable unit installation, eliminating pos-
sibilities of excessive vibration.
•Foundation must be level within 13 mm to ensure
proper washer operation.
Do not operate washer if door glass is damaged in
any way.
Do not wash clothing impregnated with ammable
liquids (petrochemical).
WARNING
Children should be supervised to
ensure they do not operate or play
in or around equipment.
Keep all panels in place to protect against electrical
shock and injury and add rigidity to washer.
WARNING
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
A washer should not be allowed to operate if any of the following occur:
• Excessive high water level.
• Machine is not connected to a properly earthed circuit.
• Door does not remain securely locked during the entire cycle.
• Vibration or shaking from an inadequate mounting or foundation
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Warning! Do not operate equipment if door glass is
damaged in any way.
Warning! Keep clear of rotating parts.
Prohibited! Do not enter this equipment or space.
Prohibited! Do not step or stand on this equip-
ment.
Prohibited! Do not operate without all guards and
covers in place.
Prohibited! Do not operate without all guards and
covers in place.
Prohibited! Do not wash clothing impregnated
with ammable liquids (petrochemical).
Prohibited! Do not allow children to play in or
around equipment.
Prohibited! Do not attempt to open, touch, or pro-
ceed before referring to the manual or unless quali-
ed.
Mandatory! Read all supporting documentation be-
fore operating or maintaining equipment.
Mandatory! Disconnect power before servicing
equipment.
Mandatory! Lock out and tag out before servicing
this equipment.
Mandatory! Disconnect water supply before servic-
ing equipment.
Mandatory! Children should be supervised to ensure
they do not operate equipment.
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A machine should not be allowed to
operated if any of the following occur:
• Excessively high water level.
• Machine is not connected to a properly grounded
circuit.
• Loading door does not remain securely locked
during the entire cycle.
• Vibration or shaking from an inadequate mounting
or foundation.
Table of Contents
Section 1: Machine Mounting &
Installation......................................Pg 14
Section 2: Machine Installation &
Operating Instructions............Pg 23
Section 3: Electrical Wiring.....Pg 31
Section 4: Machine Service
Procedures...............................Pg 40
Section 5: Troubleshooting......Pg 56
Section 6: Parts Data..............Pg 64
Section 7: Coin Handling.......Pg 103
Section 8: Maintenance........Pg 106
Dexter Safety
Guidelines
FOR SAFETY
1. Always shut o power and water
supply and also discharge capacitors
before servicing.
2. Do not overload the washer.
3. Do not attempt to open door if cylinder
is in motion or contains water.
4. Do not mechanically force or override
door lock in any way.
5. Do not bypass any safety devices of
this washer.
6. Do not use volatile or ammable
substances in or near this washer.
7. Keep all panels in place. They protect
against shock and injury and add
rigidity to the washer.
To activate your warranty, be sure to return
your red warranty form to the factory. Please
have serial number and model ready when
calling for assistance.
WARNING
These washers are equipped with devices and
features relating to their safe operation. To
avoid injury or electrical shock, do not perform
and service, unless qualied to do so.
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Specications for below models
are outlined in this book:
WCN18AA 120 volts 60Hz Single Phase
WCN18AB 208-240 volts 60Hz Three Phase
Cycle
Times
Prewash & 3
Rinses
Prewash & 2
Rinses
No Prewash &
3 Rinses
No Prewash &
2 Rinses
Preswash 4 minutes 4 minutes Not Used Not Used
Drain 40 seconds 40 seconds Not Used Not Used
Wash 8 minutes 8 minutes 8 minutes 8 minutes
Drain 40 seconds 40 seconds 40 seconds 40 seconds
Rinse 1 3 min. 45 sec. Not Used 3 min. 45 sec. Not Used
Drain 40 seconds Not Used 40 seconds Not Used
Rinse 2 3 min. 45 sec. 3 min. 45 sec. 3 min. 45 sec. 3 min. 45 sec.
Drain 40 seconds 40 seconds 40 seconds 40 seconds
Int. Spin 50 seconds 50 seconds 50 seconds 50 seconds
Rinse 3 3 min. 45 sec. 3 min. 45 sec. 3 min. 45 sec. 3 min. 45 sec.
Drain 40 seconds 40 seconds 40 seconds 40 seconds
Extract 4 minutes 4 minutes 4 miinutes 4 minutes
Tumble 16 seconds 16 seconds 16 seconds 16 seconds
Tot al* 32 minutes 27.5 minutes 27 minutes 23 minutes
*Cycle times are approximate.
Water Usage
(T-300)
Wash & 2
Rinses
Prewash & 2
Rinses
Wash & 3
Rinses
Prewash & 3
Rinses
Preswash Not Used 12 gallons Not Used 12 gallons
Wash 13.75 gallons 9.25 gallons 13.75 gallons 9.25 gallons
Rinse 1 Not Used Not Used 8.35 gallons 8.35 gallons
Rinse 2 8.2 gallons 8.2 gallons 8.2 gallons 8.2 gallons
Int. Spin
Rinse 3 11.5 gallons 11.5 gallons 11.5 gallons 11.5 gallons
Tot al 33.45 gallons 40.95 gallons 41.8 gallons 49.3 gallons
Water Temp Heavy Duty Normal Perm Press Delicates
Preswash Hot Warm Warm Cold
Wash Hot Warm Warm Cold
Rinse 1 Cold Cold Cold Cold
Rinse 2 Cold Cold Cold Cold
Rinse 3 Cold Cold Cold Cold
*Rinses can be converted to warm by moving the Brown/Orange wire
on TB-11 to TB-9 (TB-# relates to a terminal number on the large ter-
minal block located in the electrical control trough). Disconnect electri-
cal power before moving wire.
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Machine
Mounting
Machine
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Trouble-
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Maintenance

Specications
T-400 Coin Washer
Capacity 18lbs.
Dimensions
Cylinder Depth 13 1/2"
Cylinder Diameter 21"
Cylinder Volume (cubic feet) 2.7
Door Opening 12 1/4"
Door Height (oor to bottom of
door)
14 3/4”
Overall Height 14 3/4"
Cabinet Width 43 7/8"
Overall Depth 26"
Drain Diameter (O.D.) 24 13/16"
Drain Height (oor to center of
outlet)
2 1/4"
Recommended Clearance Be-
tween Machines (min)
1/2”
Necessary Service Clearance
Behind Machine
6"
Cylinder RPM
Tumble Speed 55
Extract Speed 560
Extract Speed G-Force 94
Cylinder Direction in Extract clockwise
Motor H.P.
Wash Single Phase 0.18
Wash Three Phase 0.18
Extract Single Phase 0.6
Extract Three Phase 0.6
Amperage (avg. measured on L1)
Wash Single Phase 5.75
Wash Three Phase 2.25
Extract Single Phase 7
Extract Three Phase 1.25
Running Amps (Maximum)
Single Phase 13
Three Phase 3.5
Circuit Breaker (Amps)
Single Phase 20
Three Phase 15
Built-in Controls Circuit Breaker Yes
Built in Motor Protection Yes
Voltage 60Hz.
Single Phase 120
Three Phase 208-240
Service
Single Phase cord provided
Three Phase 3 wires + ground
Wire Size (Minimum)
Single Phase 12
Three Phase cord provided
Water
Avg. Water Usage
Normal Cycle with Full
Load
34 gallons
Max Hot Water Usage
Hot Cycle with Full Load
10.5 gallons
Recommended Hot Water
(degrees)
140
Water Pressure (min/max) 30-120psi
Water Inlet Size (hose
thread)
3/4”
Water Flow Rate (gallons/
minute)
5
Wash Cycle
Normal Wash-Including Fill
Time
24 min 20 sec
Wash Temperatures Hot, Warm, &
Cold
Rinse Temperatures Cold-Std;
Warm-Opt
Mounting Hole Dimensions
Left to Right 23 1/4”
Front to Cabinet to First
Hole
2 1/2”
First Hole to Second Hole 16 3/4”
Second Hole to Third Hole N/A
Mounting Bolt Diameter 1/2”
Hole Diameter in Base 9/16”
Concrete Thickness (min) 6”
Recommended Mounting
Height
8”
Weight
Shipping (lbs.) 361/1p 351/3p
Net (lbs.) 333/1p 323/3p
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