Owner's Manual PS-100 33474 611/22/2010
Table of Contents Introduction and Conventions ...................................... 1 Product Introduction .................................................... 2 Explanation of Warning Messages .............................. 3 Danger ................................................................................................. 3 Warning ............................................................................................... 3 Chemical Hazard ......................................................
Rinsing ............................................................................................... 13 Sanitizing ........................................................................................... 13 Drying of Pots & Pans ........................................................................ 13 Wash, Rinse and Sanitizer Clean-Up ........................ 14 Preventive Maintenance ............................................. 15 Daily ..........................................................
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Introduction and Conventions PS-100 1
Product Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Power Soak ware washing system. Your new Power Soak pot, pan and utensil washing system will provide years of dependable, efficient and trouble-free service. As a Power Soak owner, you will benefit in numerous ways: Your ware washing operation will be more efficient. Pots, pans and utensils will be cleaner. The overall level of sanitation in your scullery area will improve. Ware washing hours will decrease as employee morale increases.
Explanation of Warning Messages Be sure to read, understand and follow all DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION messages located in this guide and on the equipment. Danger Personal Injury and Property Damage hazard. May result in serious injury or death. May cause extensive equipment damage Warning Property Damage Hazard. May result in property or equipment damage. Chemical Hazard May result in serious injury or death.
Requirements for Detergents and Sanitizers Detergents Improper detergents may damage equipment! Use of the correct detergent in your Power Soak system is critical to its washing performance. If you are having problems with cleaning results, please contact Power Soak Systems. The Power Soak wash tank requires a low-foaming, metal/aluminum-safe detergent that is safe for the hands. The detergent should have good grease cutting abilities but not have an excessively high pH level.
Operating Instructions PS-100 5
Understanding the Control Panel “Start” Button The “Start” button is used to start the normal Power Soak wash cycle. “Stop” Button The “Stop” button is used to stop the wash cycle.
Standard Wash Cycle The standard wash cycle should be used for general purpose washing during operation hours. Filling the System At the beginning of each day, shift, or designated time fill the sinks with water that is metered to approximately the correct operating temperatures: Wash sink (115F / 48C) Rinse sink (75F / 24C) Sanitizer sink (75F - 120F / 24C - 49C) All sinks should be filled to, but not above, the “waterline” marks.
Most detergents and sanitizers lose effectiveness as time goes on. Some local health departments have requirements limiting the amount of time water can be used for cleaning before the water should be changed. Most chemical companies recommend changing wash water after a certain time frame. Those times vary, but are generally around four hours. Check with your chemical provider. Check with your chemical provider on how often to replace your sanitizer.
Some pots and pans stack for storage. This is referred to as “nesting” when it occurs during a Power Soak wash cycle. Make sure that nested items are separated and loaded one at a time. Nested items in the wash sink will not properly wash. Power Soak is a “continuous motion” system. This means that the system does not operate on a set cycle time like cabinet-type washing systems. Instead, during normal operating hours where washing is required, the system is (normally) left running.
Rinsing Pots and Pans Clean items that have been removed from the wash sink should be thoroughly rinsed. This is achieved by spraying them off or dipping them in the rinse sink (center). It is important that any remaining detergent residue is removed from the items prior to sanitizing. If items are rinsed by the "dipping" method, it is important to keep the water "fresh" by frequently draining and filling the rinse sink. Once items are rinsed, immediately place in sanitize tank.
Deep Cleaning Cycle Extremely soiled items and cooking equipment components that require regular, intensive cleaning can be washed in the Power Soak system overnight. The “Deep Cleaning” cycle is not suitable for standard washing. The operating temperature of the wash tank is above the temperature suitable for hands. Also, the chemicals used during a deep cleaning cycle may be harmful for extended human exposure.
Filling the system At the end of the day or during an operational break, you may fill the wash sink for a deep cleaning cycle. Wash sink (128F / 53C) Rinse sink – no fill needed Sanitizer sink – no fill needed Fill the wash tank to the “waterline” marks. Fill the wash sink (the sink with the water jets) with water that is approximately 128F / 53C. You can use the hot and cold taps on the faucet to adjust the water to the appropriate temperature.
Rinsing Items that have been through the deep cleaning cycle may need to be rinsed. They can be rinsed by draining the wash tank and rinsing directly in the wash tank or any other appropriate method. Sanitizing It may be desirable to sanitize items that have been through the deep cleaning cycle. Fill the sanitize sink, the proper chemical should dispense and the items can be sanitized using conventional methods.
Wash, Rinse and Sanitizer Clean-Up Between each water change and at the end of each night, all tanks and drain boards should be thoroughly cleaned with hot, soapy water and rinsed. It is also recommended to wipe down all the tanks and drain boards with a sanitizing agent. Ask your chemical provider to recommend a sanitizer for this application.
Preventive Maintenance PS-100 15
Your system requires minimal, routine preventive maintenance. The following procedures should be done on a routine basis to ensure that your system remains reliable: Daily Clean the liquid level sensors. These sensors are located on the side walls of the wash and sanitizer tanks. They are the white plastic discs with metal centers. Clean the sensor faces thoroughly. If cleaned regularly, a washcloth and soapy water are all that is required.
Troubleshooting PS-100 17
Facility Owner/Manager Section The only troubleshooting procedure that the facility owner or manager can perform is listed immediately below. All other procedures must be performed by an authorized service agency. To obtain the name of a recommended service agent in your area, please call the Power Soak Service Department at (816) 2222400.
Authorized Service Agency Section Hazard to untrained or unauthorized personnel. The following procedures are provided for use only by an authorized service agency. No facility owner, manager, employee or other unauthorized person should attempt to perform any of these procedures. To obtain the name of a recommended service agent in your area, please call the Metcraft, Inc. Power Soak Service Department at (816)222-2400.
Wash Pump Will Not Operate Refer to the previous checklist under the “Facility Owner / Manager Section” before proceeding to the following checklist items: LOOK FOR CORRECTION 1 2 No water in sink LIQUID LEVEL SENSOR dirty Fill sink with water Clean LIQUID LEVEL SENSOR Reset customer's breaker in breaker control panel Tighten wires 3 No incoming power to unit 4 Loose wires 5 LIQUID LEVEL SENSOR setting is too low See page 21 6 Defective LIQUID LEVEL CONTROL Checek and replace as necessary Ove
Component Operation and Checks The following checks should only be performed by qualified technicians using extreme caution. Electrical hazard to untrained personnel may result in electrical shock, burns, or death. Push ON / Push OFF Start and Stop Buttons TURN POWER OFF AT BREAKER PANEL. The stop button should have continuity at rest and no continuity when pushed in. The start button should have no continuity at rest and continuity when pushed in. Remove the wires before checking for continuity.
Pump Contactor The thermal overload can be checked as follows: If there is 208-230v across the coil (terminals A1 and A2) and the contactor does not pull in, the contactor is defective. TURN POWER OFF AT BREAKER PANEL. Remove the wires from terminals T1 and T2 on the thermal overload. Push the contactor closed manually and check for continuity across pump contactor terminals L1 and T1, L2 and T2, L3 and T3. If no continuity on any of these, the contactor is defective.
Installation PS-100 23
The installation and initial operational check of your new system must be performed only by licensed and certified plumbers and electricians. Be sure to follow all applicable national and local electrical codes when installing the electrical supply and/or a new breaker. DO NOT connect the system using a power cord and plug or an extension cord of any kind. Please refer to the detailed installation instructions that were sent with your Power Soak system.
A wiring diagram is located in the system’s control panel enclosure. Specific part numbers and part information can be obtained from the factory by calling (816)222-2400. Plumbing Requirements Your unit requires the following plumbing connections: 25 3/4” (19mm) or 1/2” (12 mm) hot and cold water supply lines. One waste water connection for each sink (minimum 1 1/2” / 38mm). Installing PLUMBING PROFESSIONAL is responsible for complying with all local plumbing codes.
Power Soak is a registered trademark of Cantrell Industries, Inc. The Power Soak concept and design is fully patented. Power Soak Systems. Inc. 903 East 104th Street, Suite 130 Kansas City, MO 64131 Phone (816) 222-2400 Fax (816) 222-2419 (800) 444-9624 www.powersoak.
