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PARTS WASHER Troubleshooting Guide
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SECTION 4: TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
OIL SKIMMER
DOES NOT
OPERATE
PROPERLY
(CONTINUED)
Skimmer blades are too tight Turn on the skimmer motor and observe the
contact between the skimmer blades and the
skimmer disk. If the blades skip, bind, or leave
a significant scratch on the disk, they are
too tight. To loosen the blades, gently
bend them away from the skimmer disk.
Cooling fan on skimmer
motor is jammed
Turn off power to machine, remove
skimmer motor housing, ensure that
cooling fan is free of obstructions.
Failed skimmer timer Test the skimmer timer; replace if necessary (See
Wash Cycle, Heater, and Skimmer Timers).
Failed skimmer motor Contact a licensed electrician to test
the motor; replace if necessary.
LID LEAKS
Lid closure safety switch
is not adjusted properly
Check the lid closure safety
switch; adjust if necessary.
INTERIOR
OF MACHINE
IS RUSTING
Low detergent concentration
or improper detergent
usage
Our detergents, when used at proper
concentrations of 10 to 12 scoops (20 to 24 cups)
per 50 gallons of water, contains adequate rust
inhibitors to prevent rust. Verify that you are
using our detergents at the correct concentration.
Condensation on door and
cabinet causing rust during
idle periods
Leave door open.
TROUBLESHOOTING THE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
To troubleshoot the electrical sys-
tem use the following diagrams to
eliminate the possibility of a blown
fuse or a bad connection, then refer
to Testing Individual Components
to determine which component is
causing the problem.
WARNING: Electrical shock
could cause serious injury or
death.
• Electricaltroubleshootingshouldbeperformed
by qualified personnel only.
• Avoidcontactwithpowerleads,terminalsand
fuses when power is connected.
• Disconnectpowertomachinebeforeremoving
fuses or other electrical components.
KEEP WATER SPRAY
AWAY FROM
ELECTRICAL WIRING.