This document describes the operation, programming, and maintenance of Washer-Extractors equipped with an Aries Control system. It covers various aspects from safety information and model identification to detailed programming of wash cycles and troubleshooting.
Function Description
The Aries Control system offers comprehensive control over washer-extractor operations, including 15 pre-programmed wash programs, each with up to 99 steps. It allows for the creation and modification of wash programs, enabling customization of sequences, water temperature, water levels, wash speeds, extraction speeds, and detergent supplies. The control system manages signal voltages for external pumps or liquid supply dispensers and facilitates automatic temperature balance during water fill. It also includes features for garment redistribution to prevent imbalance and offers multiple language selections.
In operation, the control displays the selected program, active wash step, remaining program time, wash cycle progression bar, indication of wait for heat (if selected), and diagnostic messages. Users can manually shorten, extend, or stop a program, program a pause, or directly control selected components like water valves. The system provides a program overview and service information.
The hardware consists of two electronic boards and a graphic LCD display. The control software is stored in internal memory and can be adjusted via a USB flash drive. Wash programs are retained in EEPROM memory. Direct control of liquid-detergent pumps is also supported.
Programming Features
The PROGRAM Menu allows for:
- Creating a specific name for a wash program.
- Creating and implementing new wash program steps.
- Editing and inserting/deleting steps.
- Copying and deleting wash programs.
- Inspecting program settings via a view function.
The CONFIGURATION Menu enables:
- Selecting the machine type.
- Loading default factory settings for configuration and initialization.
- Adjusting display brightness.
- Selecting the power supply voltage.
- Loading frequency inverter parameters.
- Erasing all programmed wash programs.
- Loading standard wash programs.
- Selecting the number of water supply inlets (2 or 3 main inlets).
- Selecting a second drain valve for water recycling.
- Enabling external liquid pumps.
- Choosing temperature display in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
- Selecting full heating options (1%, 67%, 100%).
- Enabling wet cleaning for very low programmable water levels.
- Setting minimum level start supplies.
The INITIALIZATION Menu provides settings for:
- Language selection (English, Spanish, French, etc.).
- Programming service due value.
- Buzzer time interval.
- Advance function (skip/extend/decrease sequence time).
- Wait for temperature function.
- Manual override function.
- Temperature balance function.
- Default motor on/off times for reversing wash action.
- Automatic cooldown function.
- Boiler temperature (hot water supply).
- Temperature overshoot protection value.
- Maximum heating time value.
- Maximum fill time value.
- Maximum level overfill value.
- External wait control for liquid soap supply or heating.
- Extra soap timing (0-20 seconds).
- Prewash/wash liquid soap info display.
- Temperature info display.
- Preset program (0-15).
- Lock pretest limit (0-10 attempts for door closing).
Wash Program Creation Details:
Each step consists of a wash part and a drain/extraction part. Wash sequences include Prewash, Wash, Cooldown, Rinse, Final Rinse, Soak, Spray, and No Wash. Drain/extraction sequences include Drain, Extract, No Drain, Static Drain, and Reversing Drain. The Tumble sequence is always the final step, lasting 30 seconds (or 5 minutes with pump drain models), and cannot be skipped.
Water Temperature Programming:
- Minimum: 33.8°F [1°C].
- Maximum: 113°F [45°C] for Prewash and Soak; 197.6°F [92°C] for Wash.
- No temperature programming for Rinse, Final Rinse, and Spray (cold water only).
Water Inlet Valves Programming:
Valves are linked to temperature and soap box selection. For top soap dispenser machines, specific inlet valves correspond to soap boxes for Prewash, Wash (detergent/liquid soap), and Final Rinse. Direct inlet valve 7 speeds up water fill. For Cabinet Hardmount 52 kg / 120 lb / 520 L machines, inlet valves 1, 2, 3 are direct, while 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 correspond to soap boxes.
Water Level Programming:
Levels vary by machine type and are categorized as Economic Low, Economic High, Normal Low, and Normal High. Minimum values are above heating elements and temperature sensor; maximum is half the wash drum. Wet cleaning allows levels below default minimum, but heating is not functional at these levels.
Speed of Machines with Frequency Inverter:
- Wash Speed: Default 40-50 RPM, min 10 RPM, max 40-60 RPM depending on machine size.
- Extraction Speed: Intermediate spin is about ½ of max spin (90-150 RPM). Max spin varies by machine type and G-force.
Detergent Supplies Programming:
Up to 4 supplies can be programmed simultaneously, with a maximum programmable time of 99 seconds. If time is 0, supply is not activated. For spray sequences, supply time corresponds to the sequence time.
Motor On/Off Times for Reversing:
Standard wash: 12 seconds On, 3 seconds Off. Gentle wash (delicates/woolens): 3 seconds On, 12 seconds Off.
Sequence Time:
Starts after water level is reached. If "wait for Temperature" is selected, it starts after programmed temperature is reached. For Cooldown, it corresponds to the time for decreasing water temperature (recommendation: 1 minute per 37.4°F [3°C] drop).
Signal:
Activates buzzer to alert operator for program interruption (e.g., to add soap).
Contains less frequently used, optional, and special applications, including:
- Hygienic Cycle Menu: Strict temperature control (maintains target temperature without dropping below it) and temperature calibration offset (+/- 9°F or 5°C). Hygienic Water Level for more accurate water level checks.
- Program Mode Lock Menu: Password protection for program access (0000-99999).
- Program Lock Menu: Individual program locking to prevent changes.
- Weighing Menu (SmartWave): Automatically adjusts water amount based on linen load. Activated by default for OPL versions, not for vended versions. Can be temporarily skipped or permanently deactivated.
- Data EXPORT / IMPORT: Copies wash programs and settings to/from a USB flash disk.
Configures payment mode (No, Coins, External, Comm1/2/3, Card ECB), decimal point for currency, coin values, and program prices. Also allows for special prices, program blocking, delayed start, and display of start information.
Troubleshooting:
The system displays messages (e.g., "TOO HOT," "WATER IN CAGE") and fault messages with error numbers and descriptions. Faults are categorized (e.g., Drain Failure, Door Switch Failure, Heating Failure, Overfill Failure, Inverter Errors, Memory Errors, Software Errors). The manual provides detailed diagnostic steps and solutions for each fault.
Provides access to software version, log of last 20 failure messages, statistics for 10 general error messages, input states, inverter power control, and cycle counter reset. Includes a Diagnostic Program to test individual machine functions (motor, water fill, drain, sensors).
Important Technical Specifications:
- Voltage: 200-240 Vac, 50/60 Hz.
- Power: Max 20 VA.
- Outputs: 24 relays.
- Serial Interface: RS485 (2 wire) for networking with external devices (PC Computer).
- Display: LCD display.
Maintenance Features:
- Keyboard Cleaning: Remove dirt with a damp cloth. Avoid aggressive soaps, caustic chemicals, gasoline, or petrochemical substances.
- Programmer Board Replacement: Involves switching off power, opening cover, removing connectors and small hose from water level sensor, unscrewing and removing CPU and I/O boards, inserting new boards, reconnecting, and closing cover.
- Software Installation: Involves switching off power, opening cover, inserting USB flash drive with software, switching on power to copy software, removing flash drive, closing cover, and switching on power. Reconfiguration of Wash Computer may be required for incompatible software versions.
- Read all manuals (Programming, Installation, Maintenance, User's) before operation.
- Installation and initial testing by qualified worker.
- Electric service line must be stable (nominal voltage ±10%, frequency ±1% or ±2% short-time).
- Machine must not be exposed to high humidity or extreme temperatures.
- Do not tamper with controls.
- User is responsible for safe handling.
- Manufacturer reserves right to change specifications.
- Serial number and board code are crucial for correspondence.
- Machine type codes are used by the programmer, not directly indicated by model number.
- Initialization by qualified personnel only to avoid injuries or damage.
- Carefully read manual before changing configuration/initialization settings.
- Do not program drain sequence before cooldown sequence.
- Do not program spin sequence just after static drain (imbalance risk).
- Do not select "Wait for temperature" in Initialization Menu if machine lacks electrical/steam heating.
- Ensure rubber hose for water level sensor is fixed with a flexible clamp and is airtight.
- Ensure flex cable of keypad is not damaged during reassembly.
- Hot water can cause burns; wait for water to drain and cool before interventions if drain valve is non-functional.
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