Tiresonic FW-301 User manual

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Operating Manual
Wheel Washing Machine - Tiresonic RW 301
Rim Washing Machine - Tiresonic FW-301
Operating Manual - Tiresonic GmbH Clean Wheel Solutions

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Cleaning agent 5kg
Clamping cone for cars
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Adapter for 14"-Wheels
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Tiresonic GmbH
Osterwalder Straße 12
D-87496 Hopferbach
Internet: http://www.tiresonic.de
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1. Product Description
2. Operating Range and Intended Use
3. Transport - Storage - Scope of Delivery
Transport and Storage
Shipping-Listing
Transport Damage Report
4. Technical Data
5. Safety Instructions
General Safety Instructions
General Safety Instructions for Wheel Washing Machines
Specific Safety Instructions and Frequently Used Symbols
Safety Instructions Regarding the Cleaning Agent "Tiresonic UR 2.xx“
6. Supply Connection (on-site)
7. Handling and Behavior During Operation
Assembly and Mounting
Overview of Controls
Initial and Follow-up Operation
Preperatory Work
Cleaning Process
8. Adjustments of Operating Parameters
9. Behavior in Case of Failure and Maintenance
10. Customer Service
11. Decleration of Conformity - No. 08 30 07
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Product Description
The wheel washing machine enables ideal cleaning results without pre or post treatment of car wheels
with a diameter of up to 810 mm and width of 400 mm.
The patent registered ultrasonic technology cleans the wheels on the inside and outside in one
operation.
The dirt on the rim and tire is rinsed by rotation during the cleaning process.
The Tiresonic cleaning agent is free of aggressive chemicals and is biodegradable.
The wastwater disposal can take place in an internal sludge container or liquid seperators.
The quick clamping device enables a simple mounting of car wheels.
The mounted tire is effortlessly lifted or lowered by a pneumatically operated hoisting device.
The operation of the Tiresonic RW 301 takes place using the clearly arranged operating console.
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Operating Range and Intended Use
The wheel washing machine is tested for funktion and durability. It provides efficiency and
safety. It is up to you to use these advantages.
This requires correct operation, proper maintenance and grat care for the washing machine.
Please read the instructions carefully. They contain all the data necessary to keep the wheel
washing machine ready for use at all times.
The wheel washing machine is used for cleaning motor vehicle wheels.
The wheel washing machine is solely designed for car wheels with a maximum diameter of
810 mm and width of 400 mm.
The lifting device is intended solely for lifting wheels with a max. wieght of 60 kg.
When using the wheel washing machine in paint shops or areas with many solvent-based
materials, beware of the risk of explosion.
The wheel washing machine is not explosion-proof standard.
The wheel washing machine is equipped with a safety device that ensures safe operation when
correctly handled.
The wheel washing machine should only be serviced and repaired by factory- trained
personnel.
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Transport and Storage:
The packaged wheel washing machine may only be lifted at the therefore designated points.
Grasping with the lifting truck outside the assigned points may lead to costly repairs.
The wheel washing machine should not be stored outdoors.
The wheel washing machine should only be unpacked at the installation site.
Unpacking
When unpacking the wheel washing machine and the accessories kit, make sure to check for possible
damage in transit which should immediately be reported to the forwarding company and the Tiresonic
company.
All components have to be laid out carefully so that nothing is lost with the disposal of the packaging
materials.
Shipping-Listing
1 x Tire Washing Machine "RW301"
1 x Tank cover
1 x Quick clamping cone for cars
1 x Cleaning agent "UR 2.xx" 5kg for initial filling
1 x CEE connection cablel, 5 m long, 16 A
1 x Compressed air connection hose, 5m
1 x Non-woven abrasive for cleaning the clamping device
Accessories (Optional):
· Cleaning agent "Tiresonic UR 2.xx“ VP (5kg container)
· Clamping cone for cars (as a spare part)
· Clamping cone for transport vehicle
· Adapter for 14"- wheels
· Semi-automatic (Page 21)
Transport - Storage - Scope of Delivery
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION!
for our end customers in case of
TRANSPORT DAMAGE
Delivery:
Please carefully check the goods immediately after delivery in presence of the shipper.
If the goods are damaged, no clean reciept may be given. Note the damage on the shipping papers
as the circumstances require.
Notification of claim:
To ensure a quick and easy settlement of claims, damage taken through transport must be reported to
the Tiresonic-Service-Partner on discovery.
The notification can be made by telephone, in writing or by fax/e-mail and should have the following
content:
· Commission number of the Tiresonic-invoice and date of delivery
· Tire Washing Machine- type and serial number
· Accurate description of damage
(If necessary, use the back of this sheet.)
Damage repair and billing
A regulation of transport damage can only be managed by the Tiresonic company if a notification of
claims is recieved within 3 working days after delivery in one of the above listed ways.
Repairs, replacement part deliveries and billing of transport damage will be carried out by your
Tiresonic-Servicepartner.
Transport - Storage - Scope of Delivery
3. Transport - Storage - Scope of Delivery

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Transport - Storage - Scope of Delivery
Wheel Washing Machine Type :
Serial number :
delivered by Delivery note no.:
through Company:
Date :
during
the following damage was recorded:
(exact description of damage)
The package was
delivery
unpacking
damaged
not damaged
Place, Date Customer
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Technical Data
Size (WxDxH):
Weight (unfilled):
Stainless steel tank:
Water capacity:
Ultrasonic power:
Heating
Driving motor power:
Carrying capacity of the lifting device:
Max. wheel diameter:
Max. wheel width:
Wash programm:
for normally soiled wheels
for heavily soiled wheels
Noise level (machine model "partly insulated") measured in 1m Distance
Noise level (machine model "fully insulated") measured in 1m Distace
Cleaning agent:
Mixing ratio: (according to the water hardness)
approx. 2% dilution (270 l water and 5kg cleaning agent)
The tensides contained in "Tiresonic" are at least 90% biodegradable
according to TensV of WRMG.
Electrical connection:
Compressed air supply:
Fresh water supply:
Waste water disposal:
(in light fluid seperator
workshop floor drain)
All details are subject to technical modification.
880x1040x1800 mm / max. 2550 mm
200 kg
V2A steel sheet 2 mm
270 l
2300 W
Up to 50°C with 4.5 kW
100 W
60 kg
810 mm
400 mm
ca. 120 s
ca. 180 s
83 dB (A)
77 dB (A)
Tiresonic UR 2.xx
3 x 400 V, 16 A (slow acting)
p max. = 10 bar
p min. = 8
Hose
1˝ outlet ball valve
Generally, only original spare parts supplied by the Tiresonic
company should be used!
Accessories can be ordered according to the current price list!
If foreign bodies are installede all forms of warranty will become invalid.
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Safety Instructions
General Safety Instructions
Company's duty of care:
The wheel washing machine was built and constructed under consideration of all mandatory harmonised
standards and further technical specifications. It is therefore at the highest level of technology
and offers maximum safety during operation.
However, the machine safety can only be implemented in operational practice if all actions necessary are
taken.The operator of the wheel washing machine is obliged to plan these measures and check
that they are being complied with.
The workplace lighting according to the EU regulations 89/655 EWG must be considered by the
operator. Stability must be guaranteed by a level platform.
The operator must ensure in particular that:
· the wheel washing machine is only used as intended.
· the wheel washing machine is only operated in perfect working condition and the safety
installations are checked regularly for functionality.
· required protective equipment for operating, maintenance and repair personnel is available
and worn.
· the operating manual is complete and legible at all times as well as being available at the site
of operation.
· only qualified and authorized personnel operate, repair and maintain the machine.
· this personell is regularly informed about relevant occupational safety and environmental protection,
as well as knowing the operating manual and particularly the therein determined safety
instructions.
· all safety and warning labels attached to the wheel washing machine are not removed and
completely legible.
Employment
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Accident prevention
Regulations
of the
Employers' Liability
Insurance Association
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Basic safety measures for normal operation:
Only qualified and authorized persons are permitted to operat the wheel washing machine. These
have to know the operating manual and be able to work accordingly!
Before turning on the wheel washing machine ensure that:
· only authoruzed persons are present in the working area of the wheel washing machine.
· no one can be injured by operating the wheel washing machine.
· the wheel washing machine is checked for visible damage before each use and only operated
in perfect condition!
· any defects are reported to your superier immediately!
· all safety installations are funktioning faultlessly before each operating session!
· inspection and service intervals defined in the operating manual are met.
´Basic safety measures for Servicing and maintenance:
Before performing any maintenance or repair work make sure to close off all
access of unauthorized personell to the working area of the wheel washing machine.
Put up signs that call attantion to the maintenance or repair work!
Before performing any maintenance or repair work make sure to unplug power cord.
Before performing any maintenance or repair work make sure to unplug the
power cable. When using permanently installed lines turn the main power switch
off and secure with a padlock. The key to this padlock must be in the hands of
the person performing the maintenance or repair work! When replacing heavy
machine parts only use suitable and flawless lifting devices as well as sling gear!
Make sure to properly dispose environmentally hazardous lubricating, cooling
and cleaning agents!
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Safety Instructions
Working on the electrical equipment:
· Only carry out work when the equipment is disconnected from the power supply.
· Repair work on the electrical equipment of the wheel washing machine may only
be performed by a qualified electrician!
· Check electrical equipment regularly!
· Refasten loose connection!
· Replace damaged lines/cables immediately!
· Keep housing provided for electrical equipment closed at all times! access is
limited to authorized personnell with a key and appropriate tools!
· Never clean the housing provided for electrical equipment with a hose pipe!
Note envronmental regulations:
While working at or with the appliance, the legal responsibilities for wast-avoidance
and proper recycling have to be followed.
Especially during installation, repair and maintenance water polluting substances
such as
· greases and oils
· hydraulic oil
· cooling agent
· solvent-based cleaning agents
must not infiltrate the ground nor reach the sewage system.
These substances must be stored, transported and collected in suitable containers
and then disposed of!
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General Safety Instructions for Wheel Washing Machines
The wheel washing machine may only be used to wash car tires complying with the
technical data.
Rims and wheels contaminated with oil and grease must be manually cleaned before
being washed in the wheel washing machine. Other vehicle parts exposed to oil and grease
should under no circumstances be put into the washer - the washing water will lose its
effect!
Only suitably trained staff may operate the machine.
Safety devices should not be replaced.
Necessary repair work must be performed by trained service personell. By unauthorized
modifications to the systemall, liability on the part of the manufacturing company is
extinguished.
Work on the electrical installation may only be carried out by qualified electricians.
The wheel washing machine should not be operated in potentially explosive atmospheres.
If there is a danger of frost the cleaning agent must be removed from the machine.
Only permissible cleaning agent "Tiresonic UR 2.xx" may be used. If other cleaning
agents are used the manufacturing company is exempt from all liabilities.
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Specific Safety Instructions and Frequently used Symbols
The following operating manual safety instructions point out unavoidable residual risks that may arise
while operating the wheel washing machine.These residual risks include danger for:
· People
· Product
· Environment
The symbals used in this operating manual are primarily intended to call attention to the safety
instructions!
The primary purpose of these safety instructuins is to prevent personal injuries.
The respective safety symbol does not replace the corresponding text. Therefore, always
read the entire text carefully!
When using the ultrasonic mode don't reach into the water bath.
(liquid approx. 50°C hot)
Wear protective PVC gloves.
Use a skin protecting agent before and after operating the wheel washing machine.
Warning of dangerous electrical voltage.
Before opening the controle cabinet make sure the main switch is at „0“ and
secure it from being switched back on again.
(if necessary disconnect the power cord)
During the lifting, lowering and pivoting process no person may remain
in the working area of the wheel dolly! On completing the work process,
swing the pivot arm outside the basin in an upright position.
Dispose sewage through internal sludge tank or light fluid seperator.
This symbol does not refer to any safety instructions but
offers important notes for better understanding of the machine funktions
and its operation.
Wear hearing protection.
Danger of crushing.
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Safety Instructions Regarding the Cleaning Agent "Tiresonic UR 2.xx"
Safety instructions for the preperation of a 2% cleaning agent solution with
100% cleaning agent (product description Tiresonic UR 2xx)
when handling Tiresonic UR 2.xx pur:
Harmful und irritant substance.
Wear protective PVC gloves.
Wear protective goggles.
Avoid skin and eye contact.
On inhaling atomized spray, eye contact or ingestion, consult a doctor.
Do not allow to enter the drains, surface and ground water. Absorb spilled cleaning
agent with liquid binding materials (sand, turf, saw dust). Wash away residue with
plenty of water. Dispose of in accordance with regulations:
EWC/EAK-Code: 0706 08
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Supply Connection
The electricity supply of the wheel washing machine on-site takes place via a CEE-cable connected
to the electricity network 400 V / 3 phases / 16 A (slow acting).
The socket must have a right-handed rotary field. (DIN VDE 0 100 part 560, point 4.7)
Electrical connections should only be performed by qualified electricians. The
warranty does not cover damage that may occur due to failing to observe the
direction of rotation.
The fresh water is supplied via an external water pipe.
The used cleaning agent is drained via the 1˝ outlet ball valve into the
workshops light fluid seperator (workshop floor drain).
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Caution:
The filled machine is not allowed to be switched off if installed on a site prone to frost.
Alternatively drain the water! Damage due to frost is born by the customer.
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Assembly and Mounting
7. Handling and Behavior During Operation
Place the machine in the intended position and align
the tank horizonatally using the integrated bubble
tube.
Mount the cable tube on the back board using the
available screws.
Ensure that the cable tube is not twisted!
It is important to ensure that the cable conduit (a) can move freely
and is not obstructed by other objects.
The cable tube (b) on the back board is not a stop and must not be
mechanically stressed!
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Button: "Down"
Button: "Clamp" / "<!>"
Overview of Controls
Display
Rotary Potentiometer
for Menu Selection
Button: "Heating ON"
Button: "Timer" / "<=>"
Control-LED: Water Level Too Low
Control-LED: OK
Control-LED: Heating Active
Button: "Heating Off"
Button: "Washing Duration"
Heating Modes
Note: After switching on the machine, the heating is always active!
Heating always active
Activate by pressing <Heating On>
Heating always off
Activate by pressing<Heating OFF>
Heating activated by timer
Activate by pressing <Timer>
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Reinigungsmittel "Tiresonic UR 2.xx"
Harmful and irritant
substance!
Pay attention to safety
instructions!
When filling with the
cleaning agent, wear
personal protective
equipment!
the Ultrasonic oscillators must be covered with liquid during operation!
If the water level is too low, the ultrasonic mode will not function
and the yellow water level lamp will light up.
Initial and Follow-up Operation
Preparatory work:
Turn the main switch to ON ( I ).
Press the <Open> button.
The stroke unit will now move up.
A message will then appear '<Lift up>'.
During the lifting, tilting and lowering operation, no one should
stand in the range of operation of the wheel dolly.
It is necessary to check that the wheel dolly runs straight up
and doesn't turn to the side (if so, correct the alignment of the
machine).
Fill the cleaning tank with cold or pre-heated water
to above the level sensor.
Add 5 Kg cleaning agent "Tiresonic UR 2.xx“ for a new filling
and dissolve completely by stirring.
No cleaning agent should remain on the tank floor!
The cleaning tub will automatically be heated to operating
temperature (ex factory approx. 50°C).
The machine is now ready for operation.
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Initial and Follow-up Operation
Cleaning Process:
Clamping the wheel
Put the pneumatically driven wheel dolly in the lowest position
with the button <Down> (this is the operating position for
clamping and removing the wheel).
(The wheel dolly will automatically stop in the lowest position.)
Release the support shaft by pressing <Clamp> .
Remove the clamping cone from the supporting shaft of the
clamping device.
Use the plastic cone (Pos. 1) of the quick clamping device (for
car wheels with centre hole centering).
Push the wheel onto the support shaft as far as possible.
Mount the cone with the small diameter onto the supporting
shaft and snap the bayonet catch into place by slightly rotating
clockwise.
To tightly clamp the wheel, hold <Clamp> pressed for 2
seconds.
If the button is released before the 2 seconds have passed,
the supporting shaft will open for safety reasons.
7. Handling and Behavior During Operation