B&C Technologies EL-6 Windows - Manual (Page 4)

Chapter 1
Introduction
1.1 Guide to Successful Programming
Before beginning to program, make sure you read through this document to better understand the
capabilities of the EL6. The EL6 is a very flexible controller, but you can get into trouble if you
don’t fully understand what is happening in the programing.
All B&C Washer-Extractors come programmed with a set of wash programs. Refer to the EL6
stock program list for complete details. The preprogrammed formulas will form the basis for your
custom programs, so it is important to get to know them.
One important note, Programs are made up of Cycles, and Cycles are made up of Steps. There are
five different Cycles:
• Prewash
• Wash
• Rinse
• Spin
• Unroll
Each of these cycles is made up of Steps, which control what actually happens during the wash
program. Things like water valves, chemical signals, wash speed, etc. are all controlled in the
steps.
In order to successfully program the machine, you’ll need these things:
• Laptop
• Null Modem Cable (B&C p/n 141-100)
• USB Serial Adapter (B&C p/n 141-102)
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