B&C Technologies SI Series Industrial - Manual (Page 37)

6.1.3 Periodic Maintenance
• The door should be tested every day for safe operation by trying to start a program with
the door open. If the machine will begin operation in this state it should immediately be
removed from service, locked out, and a qualified service technician called to repair it.
• If the door lock is malfunctioning in any way, the machine should immediately be removed
from service, locked out, and a qualified service technician called to repair it.
• The door lock pin and handle hinge should be lubricated with ”‘silicon spray lube”’ monthly.
This product is available at almost any auto parts store. This procedure does not require any
disassembly.
• The door locking bar bushing should be checked for wear and damage monthly. It should be
replaced when it is worn. The bar should only rotate and not move in or out relative to the
front of the machine.
6.2 Machine Loading
Proper loading of your SI series washer-extractor is a great factor in determining both the perfor-
mance and longevity of your investment. Small loads are wasteful on many levels:
1. Small loads waste water, chemicals, electricity, and most expensively, time. Running your
machine at lower than its rated capacity costs significant time and money.
2. Small loads cause more wear and tear on the machine. Small loads are very difficult to
balance properly, and will cause excessive vibration during extract. These vibrations mean
that bearing loads are higher, reducing the life of the main bearings. The extra vibrations also
tend to cause other fasteners on the machine to loosen over time, causing premature wearing
and more frequent service.
3. Smaller loads are not easier for the machine to handle - quite the opposite, they are more
difficult on the entire machine. When the machine is under loaded, it causes greater stress on
the inverter drive, belts, and motor, leading to reduced life of these expensive components.
Refer to table 6.1 on page 34 for proper loading weights.
If a scale isnt available, fill the machine up with goods to be laundered. Do not attempt to ”‘stuff”’
the machine full, but ensure that there is no gap at the top of the cylinder.
6.3 Machine Loading with Optional Loading Chute
Refer to figure 6.1 on page 34 for pendant details.
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