Brookfield Bath, Model TC-101 - Manual (Page 18)

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Section 5. Maintenance
5.1 Heater
The heater should be kept clean. If deposits build up on the heater they may be removed by scouring with a
non-metallic scour pad, or a plastic pad with fiberglass beads embedded to provide roughness. Do not use
copper or steel wool, it will cause stainless steel to rust.
5.2 Pump Motor
The top and bottom bearings are permanently lubricated with a high temperature silicone grease. They
should not require lubrication. The pump motor bearings are not available separately. If the bearings become
noisy, we recommend to replace the entire motor to save cost in labor and retain reliability. A pump motor
replacement kit is available. See Replacement Parts, Section 7.
5.3 Condenser and Air Vents (Refrigeration Units)
The condenser and the right and left air vents should be kept free of dust and dirt. Dirt thermally insulates the
condenser and reduces the cooling capacity of the refrigeration system. Clean the fins of the condenser
periodically with compressed air or strong vacuum.
5.4 Cleaning
To clean the circulators exterior, use only mild soap and water or a mild general-purpose spray cleaner. Be
careful to prevent cleaning liquids from entering the inside of the controller.
5.5 Maintaining Clear Bath Water
Optimum temperature and moisture conditions for algae growth exist when using water as the bath fluid. To
prevent algae contamination and to minimize frequency of draining the reservoir, an algicide should be used.
Do NOT use chlorine bleach.
Section 6. Troubleshooting
6.1 Unit Disabled, Service Required
System error in microprocessor memory. Try unplugging the unit and plugging in again to fully reset the
system. If unit continues to display incorrect message, then seek service.
6.2 No Pumping or Insufficient Pumping
Check that the pump impeller turns freely. Check fluid level of bath. Check for low line voltage, especially
when the heater is on.
6.3 No Cooling or Insufficient Cooling
Check if cooling is selected, cooling light should be on. Check for low or high line voltage. Check for blocked
airflow through ventilation screens. Refrigeration unit should not be operated above 32°C room ambient
temperature, such conditions may cause refrigeration compressor to temporarily shut down. Check if heat is
being added to the fluid in excess of the refrigeration system’s capacity.