LAVAMAC LH-550 Product information sheet

High spin industrial washer extractors
33kg
40kg
55kg
80kg
100kg
120kg
Original user's manual
Original installation and maintenance manual
554515 A
Publication date: 1 Feb 2014


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USER'S MANUAL
1. TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. TABLE OF CONTENTS................................................................................................3
2. WARNINGS AND LABELS...........................................................................................4
2.1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE, ADJUSTMENT AND SAFETY OF PEOPLE..........................5
3. SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE (DEPENDING ON THE MACHINE MODEL) ..............6
4. OPERATION INSTRUCTION........................................................................................8
4.1. BEFORE WASHING...........................................................................................................................8
4.2. OPENING THE DOOR.......................................................................................................................8
4.3. LOADING THE MACHINE WITH LINEN.............................................................................................8
4.4. CLOSING THE DOOR........................................................................................................................9
4.5. PROGRAM SELECTION....................................................................................................................9
4.6. WASH PROGRAMS OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................9
4.7. ADD DETERGENTS...........................................................................................................................9
4.8. START THEWASHER.....................................................................................................................10
4.9. END OF WASH CYCLE....................................................................................................................11
4.10. HOW TO OPEN DOOR WHEN FAILURE OCCURS.......................................................................11
5. FIRST SERVICE AT TECHNICAL PROBLEM............................................................12

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2. WARNINGS AND LABELS
TO MINIMIZETHE RISK OF FIRE, INJURY BY ELECTRIC SHOCK ORSERIOUS INJURIES TO PEOPLE
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS:
– This English version is original language version. Without this original version, these instructions are incomplete.
– Before installation, operation and maintenance of the machine read carefully the complete instructions,
i.e. this „Installation, maintenance and user's manual“, „Programming manual“ and „Spare parts manual“.
The Programming manual and Spare parts manual are not delivered with a machine by default. You shall
ask the supplier / manufacturer to obtain Programming manual and Spare parts manual.
– Follow the instruction written in manuals and keep the manuals in a proper place by the machine for later use.
– The washer extractor isdesignedforfabrics washing only, other objects can damage themachine and can cause
damage or injuries.
– The manufacturer is not responsible for the damage to the fabricsthat are washed by an inappropriate washing method.
– Alwaysfollow instructions and/or warnings that are stated on the fabrics, washing products or cleaning products
mentioned by the manufacturer.
– If the machine is used for special applications follow the instructions and warning to avoid person injury.
– Keep the washer extractor surface and surrounding clean and free of flammable materials.
– Do not put fabrics treated with flammable products in the washer extractor. Such fabrics must first be washed
by hand and air dried.
– Store laundry aids, dry-cleaning solvents and disinfectants out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet.
– Do not tamper the washer-extractor controls and follow the safety instructions and the warnings.
– Do not remove warning signs placed on the machine. Follow instructions on signs and labels to avoid personal
injuries.
– Do not use some means on the soap dispenser lid to hold it open by filling or when the machine operates.
The discharge or splashing of hazardous liquid can cause serious scalding and burning.
– The use of hypochlorite will cause corrosion which may cause component failure under certain circumstances.
– The warranty of the machine cannot be accepted in case corrosion was caused by chlorine and chlorine
compounds impact.
– Do not operate the washer extractor when parts are broken or missing or when covers are open.
The machine must not be operated until the fixed guards are put correctly in place.
– The washer extractor is not designed for work which may create an explosive atmosphere inside the machine
and will not be used for this purpose.
– In case of steam escaping anywhere in the machine, shut off the main steam supply valve and call for maintenance.
– Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be created in the hot water system that has not been used
for two or more weeks. Hydrogen gas is explosive. If the hot water system has not been used for such
period, open all hot water taps and let the water run out forfewminutes. This will release any accumulated gas.
As this gas is flammable, do not smoke or use open flames during this time.
– In case of danger turn off the main switch or other emergency disconnection devices.
– Turn off the main water supply at the end of each operating day.
– Only qualified service personnel can execute service on the washer extractor.
– Follow all valid and basic safety rules and laws.
– It is obvious that it is impossible to mention each possible risk in thismanual. It is up to the user to proceed
as careful as possible.
– The manufacturer reserves the right to change the manuals without previous notice.
– If a problem should arise, contact your dealer for assistance.
– Norm IEC335 is applied for machines with a net usable drum capacity between 60 and 150 l. Norm
EN60204-1 is used for a net usable drum capacity above 150 l.
WARNING!
IF THE INSTALLED APPLIANCE OPERATE WITH COIN, TOKEN OR SIMILAR OPERATION FOR USE
IN SELF-SERVICE SITUATIONS, THEN THE OWNER-INSTALLER MUST PROVIDE A REMOTE-LOCATED
EMERGENCY STOP DEVICE. THIS DEVICE MUST BE PLACED IN SUCH A WAY THAT IT IS EASY
AND SAFELY ACCESSIBLE FOR THE USERS. THE EMERGENCY STOP DEVICE TAKES CARE
THAT AT LEAST THE CONTROL CIRCUIT OF THE APPLIANCE IS INTERRUPTED.
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WARNING!
DO NOT TOUCH THE DOORGLASS UNTIL CYCLE HAS BEEN COMPLETED. DO NOT OPEN DOOR
UNTIL CYLINDER REMAINS STOPPED AND WATER HAS BEEN DRAINED FROM CYLINDER.
DO NOT PUT ARTICLES SOILED WITH EXPLOSIF SOLVENTS AND/OR DANGEROUS CHEMICAL
PRODUCTS IN THE MACHINE. THIS MACHINE SHOULD NOT BE USED BY CHILDREN.
DO NOT LET CHILDREN PLAY IN, ON, OR AROUND THE MACHINE. BEFORE TURNING THE MACHINE
„ON“, MAKE SURE THAT THERE ARE NO PEOPLEOR ANIMALS PRESENT IN OR AROUND THE MACHINE.
WARNING!
Always disconnect the washer from the electrical supply before attempting any service. The washer
extractor is out of tension if the main plug istaken out or when the main supply is disconnected. When the
main switch is turned off the inlet terminals of the machine main switch are still under current!
CAUTION!
Extreme hot conditions can arise in the surroundings of this air.
Watch out for vapour that escapes from the washer extractor venting!
CAUTION!
Do not cover the washer extractor venting. It serves as a vapour outlet
to prevent pressure building in the washer extractor.
WARNING!
ORIGINAL OR IDENTICAL PARTS MUST BE USED FOR REPLACEMENT IN THIS MACHINE.
AFTER SERVICING REPLACE AND SECURE ALL PANELS IN THE ORIGINAL WAY. TAKE THESE MEASURES
FOR CONTINUED PROTECTIONAGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK, INJURY, FIRE AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
WARNING!
SAFETY LABELS APPEAR AT CRUCIAL LOCATIONS ON THE MACHINE. FAILURE TO MAINTAIN
LEGIBLE SAFETY LABELS COULD RESULT ININJURY TO THE OPERATOR OR SERVICE TECHNICIAN.
2.1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE, ADJUSTMENT AND SAFETY
OF PEOPLE
Some important information for the usage of themachine are not (or only partly)mentioned in this „User’s manual“.
Missing information is possible to find in „Installation and maintenance manual“ according to the following
references.
1. Manipulation, transportation, storage
2. Putting the machine into service
3. Technical specification
4. Putting the machine out of service
5. Description of the safe work system when maintenance is performed, adjustment, and when eliminating
defects
6. Procedures on searching for defects, cleaning, maintenance
7. Heat risks
8. Description of qualities for ventilation
9. Loss of stability
10. Electric risks
11. Minimal water level
12. Sight holes
13. Water supply
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3. SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE (DEPENDING ON THE MACHINE MODEL)
Caution, dangerous electrical tension,
electrical devices
Caution, other danger, read and follow
written instructions
Caution - Increased temperature
The machine hot air outlet
Warm water inlet
(red color of the label)
Soft cold water inlet
(light blue color of the label)
Hard cold water inlet
(dark blue of the label)
Figure 3.A. Symbols on the machine
HANGING CONTROL – MACHINE WITH TILTING SYSTEM (ON REQUEST),
NOT APPLICABLE FOR 33 kg / 80 lb MACHINE
Figure 3.B. – Hanging control
1. Button for drum rotating, direction of rotating is clockwise from the frontal view.
2. Button for drum rotating, direction of rotating is counter clockwise from the frontal view.
3. Button for tilting, direction of tilting is forward.
4. Button for tilting, direction of tilting is backward.
5. Button for permission of washer tilting – two-hand control.
6. Button for permission of drum rotation – two-hand control.
Do not put your hands onthe marked area
Do not close or cover
In case of emergency press the
emergency button to stop the machine
The holes to be drilled not punched
Steam
Lubrication point
FORWARD TILTING BACKWARD TILTING
–
A
PPLICABLE TO MACHINES WITH
BOTH-WAY TILTING (FORWARD AND BACKWARD) ONLY

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Xcontrol plus
33-40-55 / 80-100-120 kg 80-100-125 / 180-230-275 lb
START
(ADVANCE function)
SELECTION NO
DECREASING THE TIME
SEQUENCE
STOP (program interruption)
SELECTION YES
INCREASING THE TIME
SEQUENCE
CONFIRM THE SELECTION
INFO
(overview of available wash
programs and program information)
CANCEL THE SELECTION SERVIS (servicing information)
MOVE UP,
DIRECTION OF TILTING IS
FORWARD – not applicable for 33 kg /
80 lb
DELAYED START FUNCTION
(the delay starts running upon the
pressing of the “start” button )
MOVE DOWN,
DIRECTION OF TILTING IS
BACKWARD – not applicable for 33 kg /
80 lb
0 to 9 NUMERIC KEYPAD

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4. OPERATION INSTRUCTION
4.1. BEFORE WASHING
Sort the linen according to temperature and instructions determined by fabric manufacturer. Check if there
aren‘t any strange objects between the linen like nails, screws, needles, etc. to prevent the washer-extractor
or linen damage. Turn sleeves of shirts, blouses, etc. inside out. To get a better washing result mix the bigger
and smaller pieces of linen and put them into the washer separately.
4.2. OPENING THE DOOR
Turn the handle down.
Machine with tilting
WARNING!
WHEN HANDLING THE MACHINE TILTING BY THE TILTING CONTROL, ALWAYS STAND ON THE SIDE
OF THE MACHINE. DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OR BEHIND THE MOVING MACHINE!
AVOID ACCESS OF ANY PERSON IN THE FRONT OR BEHIND THE MACHINE DURING ITS TILTING!
Open and secure the door in open position (see the Installation and maintenance manual, figures 3.4., 3.6.,
and 3.7. – “DOOR SECURING”. Upon opening the door, the tilting system gets automatically activated; now
the”up” and “down” buttons or the controller may be operated and the machine tilted as desired. The tilting
system is disabled when the door is closed.
4.3. LOADING THE MACHINE WITH LINEN
Machine with weighing system
Tare (set zero weight) every time before loading by pressing the 0-button.
Machine with forward and backward tilting – tilting the machine backward to a position suitable for
loading the linen
The machine may be tilted back as desired – up to the extreme backmost position. However, you do not
have to reach the extreme position. Just use the position which suits your needs. In order to tilt the machine
backwards, press and hold two buttons at the same time; the button for tilting (see figure 3.B., pos. 4) and
the button 5. After a certain time delay of up to approx. 10 seconds, the machine starts tilting. Tilting can be
interrupted if you release the pressed buttons. When the extreme position is reached, tilting is stopped. Tilting
is possible only with open drum door.
Machine with forward and backward tilting – loading the linen
WARNING!
DURING LOADING WHILE THE DRUM IS ROTATING, NOBODY IS ALLOWED TO STAND BEHIND / AT
THE BACK OF THE MACHINE. DO NOT PULL THE LINEN OUT WHILE THE DRUM IS ROTATING.
To make the linen loading easier use drum rotation function. To rotate the drum in tilted position press
and hold the button of drum rotating in required direction, figure 3.B., pos.1, or 2 and the button 6 on the
controller at the same time. It will make distribution of the linen easier. The linen can be loaded in several
steps - tilt the machine to a certain position and load some linen using the function of the drum rotating.
Then tilt the machine more and repeat the process again.
Machine with forward and backward tilting – tilting the machine to the basic position
After loading the linen, tilt the machine back to basic position. Press and hold two buttons at the same
time; the button for tilting (see figure 3.B., pos. 3) and the button 5. Tilting can be interrupted if you release
the pressed buttons. When the basic position is reached, tilting is stopped.
When the power supply is interrupted during tilting, the machine remains secured in its actual position
as well as after the power supply restart.
Do not overload the washer extractor. Overloading the machine can lead to a bad wash result. Half washing
loads can obstruct a proper function.
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4.4. CLOSING THE DOOR
WARNING!
NEVER PUT FINGERS BETWEEN DOOR SEALING AND DRUM, AVOID POSSIBLE INJURY!
Turn the handle up.
Before start up, make sure the door is properly latched.
Machine with tilting system: Before you start a new cycle, the machine must be in its basic position.
If the door is closed before the machine reaches the basic position, a warning is displayed. Then it is necessary
to open the door and bring the machine back to the basic position.
4.5. PROGRAM SELECTION
Choose one of the available wash programs, best corresponding to the quality of linen and allowed wash
temperature in the wash load. Selection of the program determines temperature and timefor washing and rinsing.
Note: To change factory settings and/ or washing programs and for other settings options - see Programming
manual.
4.6. WASH PROGRAMS OVERVIEW
Wash program 1 Hot wash intensive 90°C
Wash program 2 Warm wash intensive 60°C
Wash program 3 Coloured wash intensive 40°C
Wash program 4 Bright wash intensive 30°C
Wash program 5 Woollens 15°C
Wash program 6 Hot wash 90°C ECONOMY level
Wash program 7 Warm wash 60°C ECONOMY level
Wash program 8 Coloured wash 40°C ECONOMY level
Wash program 9 Bright wash 30°C ECONOMY level
Wash program 10 Eco hot wash 90°C ECONOMY level
Wash program 11 Eco warm wash 60°C ECONOMY level
Wash program 12 Eco color wash 40°C ECONOMY level
Wash program 13 Eco bright wash 30°C ECONOMY level
Wash program 14 Extraction low speed
Wash program 15 Extraction high speed
Wash program 16 Sport 60°C
Wash program 17 Mops 60°C
Wash program 18 Horse cloths 40°C
Wash program 19 Jeans 60°C
Wash program 20 Starching -
4.7. ADD DETERGENTS
Fill the soap dispenser at the front or side of the washer extractor depending of the chosen program.
Dispenser A: 1 st Wash
Dispenser B: 2 nd Wash
Dispenser D: Last Rinse
Add the detergents before the start of the wash cycle.
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For washing machines connected to liquid soap supply system.
Check if the liquid soap supply system is in operation and if there is sufficient quantity of liquid soap.
Standard wash programs versus custom made wash programs.
This explanation is only valid for standard wash programs. For custom made programs, it is possible that
other dispensers have been selected. (See „Programming manual“).
Remark: It is advisable to use only detergents with „reduced foaming“ which can easily be found in retail
shops. The dosage of soap to use is generally mentioned on the packing. An overdose of detergent can
lead to poor wash results and „suds“ overflow which can damage the machine.
Take care that the lid of the soap dispenser is closed when the machine starts.
4.8. START THE WASHER
After selecting the desired wash program number, by pressing the START button the wash cycle will be started.
If you enter a number that does not correspond to any of the available programs, the display shows
the message “INVALID”. During the wash cycle the user can follow the progress of the wash sequence and
the remaining wash cycle time on the display.
WARNING!
IF "CLOSE DOOR" IS DISPLAYED, IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO START WASHING CYCLE.
CHECK WHETHER:
– THE MACHINE IS IN BASIC POSITION
– THE DRUM DOOR IS CLOSED
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Wash program
number Wash program
name Remaining time
wash program Units
Progression
bar
35 Min.
Prog 2: WARM WASH
Step 1: WASH
Wash program
step

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4.9. END OF WASH CYCLE
WARNING!
WHEN THE POWER SUPPLY HAS BEEN CUT, THE DOOR WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY BLOCKED
AGAINST OPENING. AFTER COOLING DOWN THE WASHING BATH, THE DOOR CAN BE OPENED
ACCORDING TO THE MACHINE MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS.
The wash cycle time is counted down to zero on the display. After the completion of the wash cycle, the door
lock gets deactivated (it unlocks) and the display shows the message “UNLOAD”. Open the door and remove
the laundry from the machine. The message “UNLOAD” disappears and the machine is ready to start a new
program. The “SELECT CYCLE” option is displayed.
Tilting the machine forwards to a position suitable for unloading the linen
Open and secure the door in open position (see the Installation and maintenance manual, figures 3.4., 3.6.,
and 3.7. – “DOOR SECURING”. The machine may be tilted forward as desired – up to the extreme forward
position. However, you do not have to reach the extreme position. Just use the position which suits your needs.
In order to tilt the machine forward, press and hold two buttons at the same time; the button for tilting (see
figure 3.B., pos. 3) and the button 5. After a certain time delay of up to approx. 10 seconds, the machine
starts tilting. Tilting can be interrupted if you release the pressed buttons. When the extreme position is reached,
tilting is stopped. Tilting is possible only with open drum door.
Unloading the linen
WARNING!
DURING UNLOADING WHILE THE DRUM IS ROTATING, NOBODY MUST STAND IN FRONT OF THE
MACHINE. THE LINEN COMES OUT OF THE MACHINE BY ITSELF. DO NOT PULL THE LINEN OUT
WHILE THE DRUM IS ROTATING.
To make the linen unloading easier use drum rotation function. To make drum rotation in tilted position
press and holdthe button of drum rotating in required direction,figure 3.B., pos.1, or 2 and the button 6 on the
controller at the same time. It will make unloading of the linen easier. It is possible to unload the linen into
a few steps, it means tilt the machine to certain position and unload some linen using the function of the
drum rotating. Then tilt the machine more and repeat the process again.
Tilting the machine to the basic position
After unloading the linen, tilt the machine back to basic position. Press and hold two buttons of the controller
at the same time – the button for tilting pos. 4 and the button pos. 5 (see figure 3.B.) Tilting can be interrupted
if you release the pressed buttons. When the basic position is reached, tilting is stopped.
When the power supply is interrupted during tilting, the machine remains secured in its actual position
as well as after the power supply restart.
4.10. HOW TO OPEN DOOR WHEN FAILURE OCCURS
See Installation and maintenance manual.
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5. FIRST SERVICE AT TECHNICAL PROBLEM
N° Failure
message Failure Action Fault occurrence
E2 No Drain End Drain failure Full Stop + tumble Draining
E3 Tilt Fault Safety switch
activated Full stop + tumble Whole cycle, revolutions
under the distribution
revolutions level.
E4 Imbalance
Safety switch
activated during
the transition from
distribution into
spin sequence.
Skip + continue Spin
E5 Tilt High Sp Safety switch
activated at high
revolutions. Full stop + safety time High revolutions
E6 Door Switch Door switch
failure Full stop + safety time Whole cycle
E7 Door Coil Door lock failure Full stop + safety time Whole cycle
E8 Door Start Door lock failure in
the beginning of
cycle Don’t start In the beginning of cycle
E9 Door End Door lock opening
failure at the end
of cycle. Don’t start End cycle
E11 No Fill Fill failure Full stop + request for
Continue While filling
E12 OverFill Failure due to
water overfill
(water level above
the pre-set value)
Full stop + tumble After filling or during the
filling procedure.
E13 No Heating Heating failure Full stop + tumble While heating
E14 Heat. Time Heating time
failure Full stop + request for
continue While heating
E15 Too Hot Too Hot Full stop + tumble While heating
E21 OverFlow Water level too
high Full stop + tumble After filling or during the
filling procedure
E24 Level Sens. Defective level
sensor Continue + Don’t start Before start up
E25 Temp Sensor Defective
temperature
sensor Continue + Don’t start Before start up
E26 Mitsub. Code Undefined
frequency inverter
error code Full stop + tumble Whole cycle
E27 Invert.Com. Communication
fault inverter Full stop + safety time Whole cycle
E28 THT time THT Time out Full stop + safety time At spin sequence
E29 OV3/OP time OV3 Time out /
E.OP Full stop + safety time At spin sequence
E31 Load Par Initialization fault
frequency inverter Don’t start When setting up
parameters

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N° Failure
message Failure Action Fault occurrence
E32 Verify Par Verification fault
frequency inverter
parameters Don’t start At loading parameters
E35 Wrong Softw Wrong software
version Don’t start New software version
E36 Imbalance Unbalance
detection system
activated.
Reduction of spinning
sequence revolutions.
For Info only. Spinning sequence
E37 No Drain Spr Drain failure at the
Spray Sequence Full stop + tumble Spray Sequence
E38 No Recycle The Tank with
recycle water is
empty
Warning at the End.
Front soap dispenser
Mach. only
Wash step
E39 Out of Soap The Soap
Supplies are
running Out of Soap For Info only Wash step
E41 Service Due Service Due
Warning For Info only
Open door = reset End cycle
E42 Connection No Network
Connection For Info only Data Transfer Networking
E43 Voltage Par Wrong Voltage
Range Selection Make correct
selection Configuration menu
E44 Model Type Incorrect
selection of
machine type
Make correct
selection Configuration menu
E80 SoapTimeOut Incorrect signal for
liquid detergent
dispensing Full stop + tumble. Whole cycle
E81 No Reheat HeatingFailure Full stop + tumble. Wash Step
(Traceability only)
E82 No Refill Refill failure Full stop + request
for Continue Wash Step
(Traceability only)
E83 Power
Interruption No successful
wash cycle
termination
Info that the wash
cycle has to be
repeated.
Abnormal Cycle
Termination (Traceability
only)
E85 RTC Reset Bat Real Time Clock,
No Battery or
battery low power For Info only. End cycle
(Traceability only)
E100 Weigh No
Comm Communication
fault weighing
system Full Stop Tumble (machines with weighing
system only)
E101 Weigh Low Weight machine is
too low Don't Start (machines with weighing
system only)
E102 Weigh High Weight machine is
too high Don't Start (machines with weighing
system only)
E103 Weigh Balance Weight is not
balanced over 4
load cell's. Don't Start (machines with weighing
system only)
E104 Weigh Overload Weight on
individual load cell
exceeds max. Full Stop Tumble (machines with weighing
system only)
E300
-
E353 Mits Err Specific Mitsubishi
Inverter Alarm Full stop + safety time Whole cycle
E500
-
E525 Memory Err Memory Error Full stop + safety time Any time

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N° Failure
message Failure Action Fault occurrence
E550 TRACEYBILIT
Y Write Internal memory
Error data for
traceability For Info only Traceability function, whole
cycle
E551 TRACEYBILIT
Y Full Internal
Traceability
memory is full For Info only Traceability function, whole
cycle
E560
-
E563 USB Errors Errorsin communication
with USBflash disk For Info only Only in Advanced menu
Data Export/Import
E600
-
E628 Softw. Err Software Error Full stop + safety time Any time

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INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
1. CONTENTS
1. CONTENTS...................................................................................................................15
2. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................16
2.1. SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE.........................................................................................................19
2.2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLATION..................................................................19
3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................20
3.1. WASHERS 33-40-55 kg / 80-100-125 lb ...........................................................................................20
3.2. WASHERS 80-100-120 kg / 180-230-275 lb......................................................................................22
3.3. DIMENSIONS AND COMPONENTS OF THEWASHERS 33-40-55 kg / 80-100-125 lb..............................24
3.4. DIMENSIONS OF THEWASHERS 40-55 kg / 100-125 lb WITH FORWARD TILTING.................................26
3.5. DIMENSIONS AND COMPONENTS OF THE WASHERS 80-100-120 kg / 180-230-275 lb.......................27
3.6. DIMENSIONS OF THE WASHERS 80-100-120 kg / 180-230-275 lb WITH FORWARD TILTING......29
3.7. DIMENSIONS OF THE WASHERS 80-100-120 kg / 180-230-275 lb WITHTWO-WAYTILTING
(FORWARDANDBACKWARD) ............................................................................................................30
4. INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................31
4.1. HANDLING, TRANSPORT AND STORAGE.....................................................................................31
4.2. SPACE REQUIREMENTS................................................................................................................32
4.3. MACHINE POSITIONING.................................................................................................................32
4.4. CONNECTIONS...............................................................................................................................43
4.5. PUTTING THE MACHINE INTO SERVICE.......................................................................................51
5. MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................54
5.1. INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................................54
5.2. DAILY...............................................................................................................................................54
5.3. MONTHLY OR AFTER 200 WORKING HOURS...............................................................................54
5.4. EVERY 3 MONTHS OR AFTER 500 WORKING HOURS .................................................................54
5.5. EVERY 6 MONTHS OR AFTER 1000 WORKING HOURS................................................................55
5.6. SAFETY VIBRATION SWITCH.........................................................................................................55
5.7. TIGHTENING MOMENTS.................................................................................................................58
5.8. LUBRICATION .................................................................................................................................60
5.9. DRIVING MECHANISM....................................................................................................................61
5.10. WATER AND STEAM FILTERS......................................................................................................62
5.11. THRUST OF DOOR SEAL..............................................................................................................63
5.12. SPRING UNIT ................................................................................................................................64
5.13. REPLACEMENT WASHER FUSES................................................................................................65
5.14. EARTH LEAKAGE TRIPS...............................................................................................................65
6. TROUBLE SHOOTING AIDS........................................................................................66
6.1. DOOR BLOCKING ...........................................................................................................................66
6.2. ERROR INDICATION SHOWN ON DISPLAY...................................................................................67
7. LIST OF RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS.................................................................68
8. PUTTING THE MACHINE OUT OF SERVICE..............................................................69
8.1. DISCONNECTING THE MACHINE...................................................................................................69
8.2. MACHINE DISPOSAL ......................................................................................................................69

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2. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR LATER USE.
Failure to comply with the instructions may lead to incorrect use of the appliance, and may
result in risk of fire, bodily injuries or death and/or damage to the laundry and/or the appliance.
WARNING - Read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in this manual carefully before
operating the appliance. Improper use of the appliance may cause risk of fire, electrical shock
or serious body injuries or death as well as serious damage to the appliance.
This English version is the original version of this manual. Without thisversion, the instructions are incomplete.
Before installation, operation and maintenance of the machine read carefully the complete instructions,
i.e. this „Installation, maintenance and user's manual“, „Programming manual“ and „Spare parts manual“.
The Programming manual and Spare parts manual are not delivered with a machine by default.
You shall ask the supplier / manufacturer to obtain Programming manual and Spare parts manual.
Follow the instruction written in manuals and keep the manuals in a proper place by the machine for later use.
Safety instructions included in manuals for personnel operating the appliance must be printed and posted
on a visible place near the machine in the laundry room.
The washer extractor is designed for fabrics washing only, other objects can damage the washer and can
cause damage or injuries.
The manufacturer is not responsible for the damage to the fabrics that are washed by an inappropriate
washing method.
Always follow the instructions and/or warnings that are stated on the fabrics, washing products or cleaning
products mentioned by the manufacturer.
The washer must be set up in accordance with the instructions. All drain, inlet, electrical connections,
ventilation, groundings and other connections must be done in according to the installation manual,
in compliance with the local standards done by qualified technicians with proper authorization.
The valid standards for connecting to the local power network (TT,TN,IT,..) must be followed.
In the standard execution, the appliance may not be suitable for connecting to an IT supply system.
Contact your commercial distributor for assistance.
All appliances are produced according the EMC-directive (Electro-Magnetic-Compatibility). They can be used
in restricted surroundings only (comply minimally with class A requirements). For safety reasons there must
be kept the necessary precaution distances with sensitive electrical or electronic device(s).
Do not changethe parameters of the frequency inverter. This can cause seriousinjury, fire, washer damage, etc.
During transportation and storage never use excessive forces on the packing because components can be
damaged protruding the contour line of the appliance.
Use copper conductors only. This appliance must be connected to a supply circuit to which no lighting units
or general-purpose receptacles are connected.
Any changes concerning the installation which are not described in this Installation Manual must be approved
by the supplier or manufacturer. Otherwise, the supplier and manufacturer are not responsible for potential
injuries to operators or for any damages. Interventions in the appliance execution or functions are not allowed,
and the manufacturer refuses any responsibility in such cases.
The washer extractor must be installed on level. If not, the washer may become unbalanced during extraction
and, although fitted with an unbalance safety, the washer may become seriously damaged what may result
in bodily injuries.
Never put the washer in operation when the transporting braces are not removed. The washer should
always be tested before use.
It is possible that there are residues of products used during the production process in the new washer.
These residues could cause stains on your laundry. Therefore, you must first run at least 1 hot wash with
old rags before using for your normal laundry.
Keep the appliance top and surface and the area around clean and clear of combustible or flammable products.
Do not store flammable materials around the appliances. Define the dangerous areas in the laundry room
and obstruct an admission to them during appliances operating.
Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, wash in soaked in, or spotted with gasoline,
dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite
or explode.
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.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be created in the hot water system that has not been used for
two or more weeks. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such
period open all hot water taps and let the water run out for few minutes. This will release any accumulated
gas. As this gas is flammable, do not smoke or use open flames during this time.

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TEMPERATURE IN WASHING MACHINE TUB: The electronic controller uses the temperature sensor
in the tub to control the temperature of the washing bath. There are a lot of things that have influence
on the temperature measurement. Therefore the temperature control of the washing bath is not very precise.
Always strictly comply with the instructions that are written on the laundry chemicals-, laundry aids-,
dry-cleaning solvents- and disinfectants packaging to avoid personal injury. Keep these agents out of the reach
of children, preferably in a locked cabinet.
Do not tamper the washer-extractor controls and do not bypass the safety instructions and the warnings.
Do not use some means on the soap dispenser lid to hold it open by filling or when the machine operates.
The discharge or splashing of hazardous liquid can cause serious scalding and burning.
Do not operate the appliance when parts are broken or missing or when covers are open. The appliance
must not be operated until the fixed guards are put correctly in place.
The appliance must not be stored, installed or exposed to the weather, extreme low or high temperature
and humidity levels. Do not hose down the washer. NEVER allow the appliance to get wet.
Check the functioning of the door lock mechanism on regular base. NEVER bypass the doorlock mechanism.
Disconnect the power and close all water and steam supply before cleaning, servicing and at the end of each
operating day.
Out of the venting at the back of the washer can escape warm vapor or and hot air. Do not cover the vent
but protect it sufficiently. It serves air gap and as a vapor outlet to prevent pressure building in the washer.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended
in the service manual or published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
Only qualified service personnel may open the appliance to carry out servicing.
Information contained in this manual is intended for use by a qualified service technician familiar with proper
and safe procedures to be followed when repairing an electrical appliance. All tests and repairs should be
performed by a qualified service technician equipped with proper tools and measuring devices. All component
replacements should be made by a qualified service technician using only factory approved replacement parts.
Improper assembly or adjustment may occur if service or repair is attempted by persons other then qualified
service technicians orif parts other then approved replacement parts are used. Improper assembly or adjustment
can create hazardous conditions.
There can be a risk of injury or electrical shock while performing services or repairs. Injury or electrical shock
can be serious or even fatal. Consequently, extreme caution should be taken while performing voltage checks
on individual componentsor a product. PLEASE NOTE: Except as necessary to perform a particular in servicing
a product, the electrical power supply should ALWAYS be disconnected when servicing a product.
All industrial (OPL - On Premise Laundry) washers are designed for use in Laundry with professionally
trained attendants.
Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door.
Any Water or Steam Leaks Must Be Repaired Immediately. Closed supply immediately.
If any problems or failures should arise, immediately contact your dealer, serviceman or manufacturer.
The manufacturer reserves the right to change the manuals without previous notice.
WARNING!
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE CONNECTED TO A GROUNDED METAL, PERMANENT WIRING SYSTEM,
AND ADDITIONALLY AN EQUIPMENT-GROUNDING CONDUCTOR MUST BE RUN WITH THE CIRCUIT
CONDUCTORS AND CONNECTED TO THE EQUIPMENT-GROUNDING TERMINAL OR LEAD
ON THE APPLIANCE.
WARNING!
IN ORDER TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND INJURY, THIS WASHER
MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED. NEVER PLUG IN OR DIRECT-WIRE AN APPLIANCE UNLESS IT IS
PROPERLY GROUNDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL LOCAL AND NATIONAL CODES. IF MORE
APPLIANCES IN THE SAME LOCATION, MUTUAL GROUNDING MUST BE APPLIED WHERE POSSIBLE.
WARNING!
ALWAYS CONSULT THE STATIC REQUIREMENTS WITH A STATIC ENGINEER IN ORDER TO MEET
THE REQUIREMENTS OF PERMISSIBLE LOADS, VIBRATIONS AND NOISE LEVEL IN THE BUILDING!
THE WASHER EXTRACTOR IS INTENDED TO BE PERMANENTLY CONNECTED, IT MUST BE
SECURED MOUNTED TO A NON-COMBUSTIBLE, ADEQUATE FLOOR STRUCTURE. A CONCRETE
FOUNDATION IS REQUIRED. METAL REINFORCED WOOD FLOORS ARE NOT ALLOWED DUE TO
THE RISK OF FIRE AND EXCESSIVE VIBRATIONS. NEVER INSTALL THE WASHER ON AN UPPER
FLOOR OR OVER A BASEMENT WITHOUT A LOAD SUPPORT DESIGNED BY A STRUCTURAL
ENGINEER.
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WARNING!
ALTHOUGH THE APPLIANCE MAY BE IN THE „OFF“ POSITION, THERE IS STILL ELECTRICAL
POWER TO THE SWITCH SUPPLY TERMINALS.
WARNING!
WHEN POWER SUPPLY HAS BEEN SWITCHED OFF WAIT FOR AT LEAST 10 MINUTES BEFORE
STARTING INSPECTION OR SERVICING THE WASHER. BEFORE STARTING INSPECTION OF
FREQUENCY INVERTER, CHECK FOR RESIDUAL VOLTAGE ACROSS MAIN CIRCUIT TERMINALS
+ AND -. THIS VOLTAGE MUST BE BELOW 30 VDC BEFORE YOU CAN ACCESS THE INVERTER
FOR INSPECTION.
WARNING!
DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO PLAY ON, IN OR AROUND THE APPLIANCE AT ANY TIME. CLOSE
SUPERVISION OF CHILDREN IS NECESSARY WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS USED NEAR CHILDREN.
NEVER PERMIT CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE APPLIANCE.
WARNING!
DO NOT OPEN DOOR UNTIL CYLINDER REMAINS STOPPED AND WATER HAS BEEN DRAINED
COMPLETELY. IF THE DOOR SAFETY LOCK DOES NOT WORK, DO NOT USE WASHER UNTIL
THE DOOR LOCK MECHANISM IS REPAIRED.
WARNING!
FOLLOW ALL VALID BASIC SAFETY RULES AND LAWS. THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
CANNOT ACCOUNT FOR EVERY POSSIBLE DANGEROUS SITUATION. THEY MUST BE GENERALLY
UNDERSTOOD. CAUTION AND CARE ARE FACTORS WHICH CAN NOT INCLUDED IN THE DESIGN
OF THE APPLIANCE AND ALL PERSONS WHO INSTALL, OPERATE OR MAINTAIN THE APPLIANCE
MUST BE QUALIFIED AND FAMILIAR WITH THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. IT IS UP TO THE USER
TO TAKE PROPER CARE WHEN OPERATING THE APPLIANCE.
WARNING!
DO NOT REMOVE WARNING SIGNS PLACED ON THE APPLIANCE. OBSERVE SIGNS AND LABELS
TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURIES. SAFETY LABELS APPEAR AT CRUCIAL LOCATIONS ON THE
APPLIANCE. FAILURE TO MAINTAIN LEGIBLE SAFETY LABELS COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO
THE OPERATOR OR SERVICE TECHNICIAN.
WARNING!
IF THE INSTALLED APPLIANCE OPERATE WITH COIN, TOKEN OR SIMILAR OPERATION FOR USE
IN SELF-SERVICE SITUATIONS, THEN THE OWNER-INSTALLER MUST PROVIDE A REMOTE-
LOCATED EMERGENCY STOP DEVICE. THIS DEVICE MUST BE PLACED IN SUCH A WAY THAT IT
IS EASY AND SAFELY ACCESSIBLE FOR THE USERS. THE EMERGENCY STOP DEVICE TAKES
CARE THAT AT LEAST THE CONTROL CIRCUIT OF THE APPLIANCE IS INTERRUPTED.
CAUTION!
MACHINE WITH WEIGHING SYSTEM:
NEVER CARRY LOAD SENSORS BY THEIR CABLES!
AVOID ELECTRIC WELDING NEAR THE LOAD SENSORS!
AN IMPACT MIGHT CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE LOAD SENSORS! AVOID UNEQUAL
LOAD DISTRIBUTION BETWEEN THE LOAD SENSORS WHEN PUTTING THE MACHINE DOWN.
WHEN THE POWER OF THE MACHINE IS SWITCHED ON, THE SYSTEM NEEDS A 10-MINUTES
WARM-UP TIME. THIS IS IMPORTANT WHEN THE POWER HAS BEEN OFF FOR MORE THAN FIVE
MINUTES. IGNORING WARM-UP MIGHT RESULT IN A MAJOR ERROR IN WEIGHING.
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2.1. SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE
See User's manual.
2.2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLATION
FOR TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
IN CASE OF TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE, WATCH COMPONENTS PROTRUDING FROM THE
CONTOUR LINE OF MACHINE (DOOR LOCKS ETC.), TO AVOID INJURIES.
–Never push, pull or exert pressure on components protruding from the machine contour line (controls,
door locks etc.).
–Make sure that these components are secured so as to avoid damages during machine manipulation
and installation.
–In case of the machine transportation by the customer, follow the manufacturer's instructions for transportation,
handling and storage of the product. In case of transportation of machine by the customer the manufacturer
is not responsible for possible damage of machinein the course of transportation. In case of storage the machine
in a free area it must be protected against mechanical damage and weather condition factors.
FOR INSTALLATION
ALL CONNECTION, AND IN SPECIAL PROTECTING EARTH, MUST BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL WITH A PROPER AUTHORIZATION ACCORDING THE INSTALLATIONMANUAL IN COMPLIANCE
WITH LOCAL STANDARDS.
–The washer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.
Avoid damp conditions where water or moisture could run down the walls and covers of the washer or cover
the floor around the washer. Do not install the washer above an open gutter. Close any nearby gutters
so that waste water steam cannot collect near/inside the washer.
–Any changes in the machine installations must be approved by dealer or manufacturer. Otherwise the dealer/
manufacturer is not responsible for possible injuries or damages. Interference and changes in the machine
construction are not allowed and the manufacturer refuses any responsibilities in such cases.
–Define dangerous areas in the laundry room and do not allow people to enter if the machine is in operation.
MACHINE INFORMATION
–Thismanualcomprisesinformationforthesoft-mountmachine serieswith adryload of 33-40-55-80-100-120 kg /
80-100-125-180-230-275 lbs. Verify the machine model according to your order and the data plate and find
corresponding information in the manual.
–The machines are controlled by electronic controller. Find the programming instructions in the programming
manual.
–Additional heating can be provided by electrical heating elements or by steam from an external steam supply.
–Water inlets can use warm, cold soft and possibly also cold hard water.
–On request a machine can be equipped with:
recycle discharging,
dosing pumps for liquid soaps,
weighing system (further referred to as “weighing”),
tilting system – with forward tilting,
– with two-way tilting (forward and backward) - 80-100-120 kg / 180-230-275 lbs machines only.
–Electrical setup of the machine is indicated on data plate.

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3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
3.1. WASHERS 33-40-55 kg / 80-100-125 lb
MACHINE kg /lb 33 / 80 40 / 100 55 / 125
MACHINE DIMENSIONS (1)
Width mm/inch 1195 / 47.04 1195 /47.04 1195 / 47.04
Depth mm / inch 1330 / 52.4 1430 / 56.3 1610 / 63.4
Height mm / inch 1905 / 75 1905 / 75 1905 / 75
MACHINE DIMENSIONS
WITH FORWARD TILTING (1) see table 3.4.
PACKING DIMENSIONS
Width mm/inch 1430 / 56.3 1430 / 56.3 1430 / 56.3
Depth mm/inch 1475 / 58.1 1570 / 61.8 1750 / 68.9
Height mm/inch 2105 / 82.9 2105 / 82.9 2105 / 82.9
Transportation volume m³ / ft³ 4.4 / 156 4.7 / 166 5.3 / 187
PACKING DIMENSIONS
WITH FORWARD TILTING (1)
Width mm /inch - 1440 / 56.69
Depth mm /inch - 1760 / 69.29
Height mm /inch - 2350 / 92.52
Transportation volume m³ / ft³ - 5.95 / 211
DRUM DIMENSIONS
Diameter mm/inch 914 / 36 914 / 36 914 / 36
Depth mm/inch 510 / 20 610 / 24 790 / 31.1
Drum volume dm³ / gal 335 / 88 400 / 106 518 / 137
Door opening mm/inch 540 / 21.3 540 / 21.3 540 / 21.3
WEIGHT
Net weight kg /lb 1190 / 2623 1560 / 3439 1630 / 3594
Net weight with forward tilting kg/lb - 1735 / 3825 1810 / 3991
Gross weight kg/lb 1310 / 2888 1700 / 3748 1770 / 3902
Gross weight withforwardtilting kg/lb - 1875 / 4134 1950 / 4300
ELECTRICAL DATA
3x380-415V 50/60Hz
3x440-480V 50/60Hz
3x200-240V 50/60Hz
Power supply - deviations -6% to +10% of the voltage supply ± 1 Hz
Motor output kW 4 7.5 7.5
INPUT POWER
Electric heating 24 kW kW 28.1 - -
Electric heating 36 kW kW - 43.6 -
El. heating 54 kW (380- 480V) kW - - 61.6
Steam or without heating kW 4.1 7.6 7.6
SUPPLY PROTECTION DEVICE Use „slow“ type Protection devices (circuit breakers: curve D)
Residual current device (RCD) mA 100, class B
Steam or without electrical heating
200 - 240V 3AC A 30 40 40
380 - 480V 3AC A 16 (15) 20 20
Table 3.1.
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