Shark SC-2412A User manual

SC
AUTOMATIC PARTS
WASHER
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CONTENTS
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SECTION 1
Introduction and Safety
UsingThis Manual 5
General Safety Information 5
ComponentIdentification 6-7
SECTION 2
Installation
Before you Begin 8
Step 1:Make Electrical Connections 8
Step 2:Connect a Compressed-Air Line and Accessories 8
Step 3:Connect a Water Line 8
Step 4:Fill the Machine with Water and Add Detergent 9
SECTION 3
Operation
Main Operating Components 10
Control Panel 10
Thermostat 11
24-hour, 7-day HeaterTimer 11
Lid Safety Switch 11
Turntable Assembly 11
Debris Screen 12
Air FlowValve (Deluxe Edition only) 12
Power Brush (Deluxe Edition only) 12
Detail Brush and Flow Regulator (Deluxe Edition only) 12
Dual Oil Separator (DOS) System 13
LowWater Shut-off System 13
AutomaticWater Fill 13
Detergents and Additives 14
Detergent 15
Rust Inhibitor Additive 16
Preparing the Machine for Use 17

CONTENTS
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ModelNumber______________________________
Serial Number ______________________________
Date of Purchase ____________________________
The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to
thepartswasher.Youshouldrecordbothserialnumberand date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
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Washing Parts 19
Shutting Down the Machine 19
SECTION 4
Troubleshooting
Overview 20
Troubleshooting the Electrical System 20
Testing Individual Components 20
SECTION 5
Maintenance and Repair
Maintaining the Machine 21
Daily Maintenance 21
Weekly Maintenance 21
MonthlyMaintenance 21
Using the DOS System 21
Cleaning and Aligning the Spray Nozzles 22
Cleaning out the Sump 22
Repairing the Machine 23
HeatingElement 23
Thermostat 23
Timers and Switches on the Control Panel 23
Torque Limiter 23
Turntable Motor 24
WARRANTY

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This manual is intended as a guide for safely installing,
operatingandmaintainingyourAutomaticPartsWasher.
We reservethe right to makechanges at anytime with-
out incurring any obligation.
Owner/User Responsibility:
The owner and/or user must have an understanding of
themanufacturer’soperating instructions and warnings
before using this machine.Warninginformation should
be emphasized and understood. If the operator is not
fluent in English, the manufacturer’s instructions and
warnings shall be read to and discussed with the op-
erator in the operator’s native language by the pur-
chaser/owner, making sure that the operator compre-
hends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future
reference the manufacturers’instructions.
This manual should be considered a permanent
part of the machine and should remain with it if
machine is resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model and
serial number.
GENERAL SAFETY
INFORMATION
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of
injury, read operating instruc-
tions carefully before using.
1. Readtheowner'smanualthor-
oughly. Failure to follow in-
structions could cause a mal-
functionoftheevaporatorand
result in death, serious bodily
injury and/or property dam-
age.
2. Improper installation could cause serious injury to
the machine.All installations must comply with lo-
cal codes.Contact your electrician, plumber, utility
company or the selling distributor for specific de-
tails.
3. The machine can only operate on the type of elec-
tricalpowerindicatedontheelectricalspecifications
tag.Operatingthemachine onanyotherpowersup-
ply will permanently damage the motors.
WARNING
READ OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
THOROUGHLY
PRIORTO USE.
WARNING: Electrical shock
could cause serious injury or
death.
4. Install the machine in compli-
ancewith the NationalElectric
Code, connect it to a properly
sizedlockabledisconnectand
ground the machine using the
groundingstudinsidethemain
electrical panel.
5. Whileoperatingthemachine,keepallelectrical pan-
els in place and securely fastened at all times.
6. Disconnect the machine completely from the out-
side power source before servicing.
WARNING: Hot, high pressure
cleaning solution could cause
serious injury.
7. Do not operate the machine
with the lid or door open and
do not override the safety
switch.
8. After the machine stops, wait
10secondsbeforeopeningthe
lid or door.
WARNING: Always wear ap-
proved eye protection and pro-
tective clothing while operating
machine.
9. Always wear rubber gloves
when loading and unloading
themachine or servicingcom-
ponents in the processing
chambers or sumps.
WARNING: Slips and falls could cause serious in-
jury.
10. Maintainanunobstructedworkarea aroundthema-
chineandkeepthefloorfreeofwater, oil, greaseor
other foreign substances.
This Automatic Parts Washer is designed to operate
safely and efficiently with a minimum of required main-
tenance. Before you begin to install and use the ma-
chine, please familiarize yourself with the major com-
ponents.
WARNING
HIGH PRESSURE
SPRAY CAN PIERCE
SKIN ANDTISSUES.
WARNING
PROTECTIVE
EYEWEAR AND
CLOTHING MUST
BE WORN.
WARNING
KEEP WATER SPRAY
AWAY FROM
ELECTRICALWIRING.
Section 1: Introduction

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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
FRONT
REAR
Sump Drain
Control Panel
Lid Handle
Optional Power
Brush
Optional Automatic
Water Fill Assembly
Power Cord
Optional Detail
Brush Pump
Optional Air Flow
Valve w/Flow
Regulator
DOS System™ w/
Optional Oil
Collection Container
Low Water Shut-Off
System
Lid Support Strut
Lid Handle

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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
Spray Pipes
and Nozzles
Turntable Drive Arm
Turntable Assembly w/
Optional Removable
Containment Ring
Optional Detail
Brush

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Section 2: Installation
BEFOREYOU BEGIN
To prepare to install the machine, choose an unob-
structed, level site that allows convenient access for
operators and maintenance personnel. Sources for
water and electrical power should be located near the
installation site. If your machine is equipped with the
optional power brush and hand detail brush you must
also run a compressed air line to the installation site.
If you have any questions regarding the installation,
please contact your distributor or call a customer ser-
vicerepresentative.Whencontactingcustomerservice
please refer to the machine identification tag inside the
front cover of this manual for detailed machine specifi-
cations.
STEP 1: MAKE ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS
These machines are shipped with a factory-installed
power cord.To connect the machine to a power supply,
plug the cord into a grounded outlet on a single-outlet
circuit.It is important that you connect the machine to
a single-outlet circuit to avoid possible damage result-
ing from inadequate supply amperage.
STEP 2: CONNECT A
COMPRESSED-AIR LINE AND
ACCESSORIES
This step is required for machines equipped with the
optional power brush and hand detail brush.
If your machine does not have these options, skip the
following procedure.
Note: To ensure proper operation and to minimize the
possibility of premature component failure, make sure
the compressed air is supplied at 75 to 90 psi.We also
recommend an in-line moisture trap and an in-line lu-
bricator on the main air supply line. Refer to the docu-
mentation provided with the power brush for more in-
formation.
Step 1:
Remove the power brush from the box, install the wire
brush in the chuck, and connect the air hose.
Step 2:
Familiarize yourself with the three-way air flow valve
(See Figure Below), then install a fitting (if necessary)
to accommodate a connection to your compressed-air
supply.
Step 3:
Connect the shop compressed-air line to the machine.
Step 4:
Connect the hose from the power brush to the air flow
valve.
Step 5:
Hang the power brush on the bracket mounted along
the right side of the machine.
STEP 3: CONNECT AWATER
LINE
This step is required for machines equipped with the
optionalautomaticwaterfillfeature.Ifyourmachinedoes
not have this option, skip this step.
The optional automatic water fill feature automatically
maintains the correct water level in the sump.The fea-
ture requires that you connect the machine to a dedi-
cated water supply line.
To connect the machine to a water supply line, attach a
suitableburst-proofhose to the hose connection on the
rear of the machine (See Figure Below), then connect
the hose to a nearby water spigot.
Line to Detail
Brush Pump Compressed Air Connection
Power Brush
Connection
Hose Connection

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Section 2: Installation
Note:The machineisdesigned forportability, and some
maintenancetasksrequirethat youmove the machine.
DONOTmakeapermanentconnection from yourshop
water supply to the machine.
STEP 4: FILLTHE MACHINE
WITHWATER AND ADD
DETERGENT
Step 1:
Familiarize yourself with the low water shut-off system
on the left side of the machine (See Figures Below).
Step 2:
Fill the sump with water.
Ifyourmachine is equipped with the optional automatic
waterfillfeature,simply turnthewateron;the automatic
waterfillfeaturewillautomaticallyturnoff thewaterwhen
the sump is full.
Ifyourmachine is not equipped with optional automatic
water fill feature, add water through the wash chamber
until the low water shut-off system indicates that the
sump is full.The sump capacity is 25 gallons.
Target Aligned w/
Upper Switch
Target Aligned w/
Lower Switch
Step 3:
Close the lid.
Step 4:
Flip the heater switch to the ON position.
Thesump waterwillreach operating temperature(160°-
180°F) in approximately four hours.
To avoid having to wait for the wash solution to heat up
before you use the machine each day, install an op-
tional 24-hour 7-day heater timer. Refer to 24-hour, 7-
day Heater Timer” for more information.
IMPORTANT:Allowthe sump waterto reach operating
temperature before adding detergent and running the
machine.Ifyouadddetergentandrun themachinewhen
the sump water is cool, the detergent will foam exces-
sively and could overflow the machine.
Step 5:
Addappropriateamountofdetergent
tothe washcham-
ber. To ensure that the detergent dissolves properly,
spread it evenly throughout the wash chamber.
Note: The manufacturers detergents are the only de-
tergents approved for use with this automatic parts
washer.They are specially formulated with rust inhibi-
tors and anti-foaming agents to optimize performance
andminimizemaintenance.The use of anyother deter-
gent during the warranty period will void the warranty.
Step 6:
Turn the wash cycle timer and allow the machine to
complete the cycle to dissolve the detergent into the
water.When the machine stops, it is ready for use.Re-
fer to Section 3: Operation for complete operating in-
structions.

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Section 3: Operation
MAIN OPERATING
COMPONENTS
Familiarizeyourselfwiththe mainoperatingcomponents
before operating the machine.
CONTROL PANEL
The control panel is located on the front center of the
lid. It contains the heater, wash cycle, turntable con-
trols, and low water indicator (See Figure Below).
LowWater Indicator
The low water indicator light illuminates if the wash so-
lution in the sump is low. For more information refer to
LowWater Shut-off System .
Turntable Switch
Theturntable switchis an illuminated rocker switchthat
enablesyou to disconnect powertotheturntablemotor.
Set to ON, the turntable rotates during the wash cycle.
SettoOFF,theturntabledoesnotrotateduringthewash
cycle.The switch is useful for washing large parts that
would otherwise impede turntable rotation.
Heater Control
The heater control is an illuminated rocker switch. It
controlstheheatingelement in the sump chamber.The
heater control illuminates when the heating system is
on. The heating system is thermostatically set at the
factory to reach a high temperature of 180 °F.The tem-
perature is adjustable using the thermostat (See Ther-
mostat ).
Note:Themachinescontain aninternal powerrelaythat
automaticallydisconnects powerto theheaterwhen the
pump turns on;the heater and pump cannot run simul-
taneously(120Vonly).After long washcycles it maybe
necessarytoletthe machine sit idle fora periodof time
to allow the wash solution to reheat to operating tem-
perature.
Low Water
Indicator
Heater Switch
Wash Cycle
Timer w/Knob
Low Water
Indicator
Wash Cycle Control
The wash cycle control is a timer switch.When set, the
timer automatically shuts off the pump and turntable
when the wash cycle is complete.
Thermostat
The thermostat is located inside pump enclosure.The
thermostat is factory-set to heat the wash solution to a
maximum temperature of 180 °F.
Adjusting theThermostat
To adjust the thermostat, rotate the adjustment screw
orknob clockwiseto increase the temperature,or coun-
terclockwise to decrease the temperature (See Figure
Below).
24-hour, 7-day Heater Timer
A 24-hour, 7-day heater timer is available as an option
on these machines.The timer plugs directly into a 15-
amp outlet and automatically cycles the heating sys-
tem on and off each day.To configure the timer, refer to
the instructions printed on the back of the timer hous-
ing.
To order a 24-hour, 7-day heater timer, contact your
distributor or call customer service.
Lid Safety Switch
Adjustment
Screw
Decrease
Temperature Increase Temperature