CMA Dishmachines L-1X manual

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    www.cmadishmachines.com 800-854-6417 FAX 714 - 8 95 - 2 141 CMA DISHMACHINES 12700 KNOTT AVENUE GARDEN GROVE, CALIFORNIA 92841 MODEL L-1X & L-1X16 Installation & Operations Rev 1.14[...]

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    T ABLE OF C ONTENTS M ODEL CMA-L-1X & L-1X16 1. SPECIFICAT IONS ......................................................................................... 2 1.1. L-1X & L-1X 16 .................................................................................................................. ............ 2 1.2. L-1X AND L-1X16 O PERATIONAL C [...]

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    1. S pecifications METRIC EQUIVALENT 1.1. L-1X & L-1X16 WATER CONSUMPTION PER RACK 1.7 GAL. 6.44 L PER HOUR 40.8 GAL. 154.4 L OPERATING CYCLE WASH TIME-SEC 57 57 RINSE TIME-SEC 48 48 DWELL TIME-SEC 15 15 TOTAL CYCLE 2 MIN. 2 MIN. OPERATING CAPACITY RACKS PER HOUR 24 24 WASH TANK CAPACITY 1.7 GAL. 6.44 L PUMP CAPACITY 35 GPM 132.5 LPM WATER REQU[...]

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    1.2. L-1X and L-1X16 Operational Cycle The L-1X and L-1X16 Operational Cycle ha s a total cycle time of 2 minutes (120 seconds). The Timing Diagram and the steps listed below detail the individual functions that are executed during each Operational Cycle. Seconds: 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 W ASH RINSE DRAIN Instant Start Relay Cam 1 [...]

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    allowing time for the machine to refill e nough to avoid running the pump dry before the pump motor restarts and runs to th e completion of the operational cycle. The pump motor runs the pump for the 57-s econd wash cycle, then pumps the water out through the drain, turns off for about 8 seco nds (allowing the machine to refill with clean rinse wat[...]

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    Getting Started 2. Getting S t arted All sections of the manual addres s both the L-1X and the L-1X16. Separate information o n each machine is only provided where differe nce s exist between the two models. 2.1. Introduction to the L-1X and L-1X16 The L-1X and L-1X16 Dishmachine s are unique in their field; they have all the features of a standard[...]

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    Getting Started 2.2. Receiving and Installation The dishwasher is shipped from the factory in a corrugated box on a woo den pallet. The installation guidelines give a systematic pro cedure for setting up the machine. 1. Start by removing the box and packaging materi al. Check for the f ollowin g component parts: A. Drain Screen: The Wash Tank Scrap[...]

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    Getting Started 2.2.4. Installers Checklist  Dishmachine checked for concealed damage  Hot water supply is 140° F (60 C)  Incoming water supply line is ½” minimum  Supply circuit breaker for machine is properly sized (20 amp)  Service voltage and phase type are correct to machine data plate  Drain hose is installed with adequa[...]

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    Operation 3. Operation 3.1. Initial Setup 3.1.1. Check…  Drain screen is in place  Spay arms and end plugs are secure 3.1.2. Chemicals • Assure there is a sufficient supply of chemicals before beginning a shift. 3.1.3. Filling the Machine • With the power ON, toggle and hold the Fill/Start swit ch in the “FIL L” position until the w[...]

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    Operation These cams were set at the factory but can b e adju sted after final installation to maximize efficiency of chemical use (see section 4.1.1 Cam Adj ustment .) 3.2.3. Proper Filling The amount the machine is automatically f illed each cycle is determined by the numbe r 4 cam. When the number 4 cam swit ch actuat or rides down into the cam [...]

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    Maintenance 4. Maintenance The maintenance proced ures detail ed in this sect ion are to be performed by quali fied personnel. 4.1. Timer assembly The standard timer assembly con sist s of a ½ RPM (2 minutes per revolution) motor turnin g a common shaft, which, in turn, rotates eight cams. As the cams rotate, they control various functi ons and th[...]

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    Maintenance 4.2. Quick service guide MODEL L-1X & L-1X16 P ARTS MANUAL Rev. 1.14 Page 11 MODELS: L-1X, L-1X16 UNDER COUNTER TECHNICA L ISSUE CAUSE SOLUTION Delimer switc h in delime position Flip to NORMAL position Wash Pump motor will not shut off Faulty delimer switch Replace switch, P/N 00475.30 Faulty manual drain switch Replace switch, P/N[...]

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    Maintenance 4.3. Troubleshooting PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE SOLUTION Power off at circuit breaker Reset circuit breaker Defective power swit ch Replace power switch P/N: 00433.10 Machine inoperative Defective timer assembly motor Replace timer assembly motor P/N: 00501.00 Door is open Close door Control drawer is pulled out Secure control drawer Defectiv[...]

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    Maintenance PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE SOLUTION Turn up supply water heate r Low incoming water temperature (below 140° F) Insulate supply water pipe Thermostat out of adjustment Adjust thermostat (Optional) sustainer heate r not installed Install (optional) sustainer heater P/N: 04109.10 Low heat during operation Defective sustainer heater Replace heat[...]

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    Maintenance PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE SOLUTION Defective rinse pump motor Replace pump motor P/N: 00416.00 Rinse pump does not run Defective timer assembly (Cam 6) Replace timer assembly * P/N: 00408.80 Defective sani/detergent primer switch Replace primer switch P/N: 03470.00 Activating detergent primer switch does not run pum p Defective detergent pum[...]

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    Addendum 5. Addendum for Machines Inst alled in the City of Chicago “All food dispensing e stablishments using chlorine o r other approved chemical sanitizers shall, at all times, maintain an adequate testing devi ce.” “Dishes and other e ating and drinking utensil s to be washed in a dishwashin g machine shall be properly scraped and pre-rin[...]

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    Appendix A: Operator & Cleaning Instructions MODEL L-1X & L-1X16 INST ALLATION & OPER ATION M ANUAL Rev. 1.14 Page 16[...]

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    ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM 6. Electrical Diagram MODEL L-1X & L-1X16 INST ALLATION & OPER ATION M ANUAL Rev. 1.14 Page 17[...]