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Ecolab Apex2 - User Manual

Ecolab Apex2
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Apex2
Installation and
Operation Manual
370 Wabasha Street N. St. Paul, MN 55102
www.ecolab.com
© 2012 Ecolab Inc. All rights reserved.
43569/5400/0112
Part No. 9223-2253
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Ecolab Apex2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEcolab
ModelApex2
CategoryControl Systems
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1.0 INTRODUCTION

Principle of Apex2

Explains the Apex2 system's purpose and benefits.

System Features Overview

Details the overall capabilities and functions of the Apex2 system.

Detergent Control System Features

Describes features related to detergent dispensing.

2.0 SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions and Space Requirements

Provides physical dimensions and space needs for the controller and I/O box.

Controller Dimensions

Lists the physical dimensions of the Apex2 controller unit.

IO Box Dimensions

Lists the physical dimensions of the Apex2 I/O enclosure.

Electrical Requirements

Outlines the power and signal input specifications for the Apex2.

3.0 INSTALLATION EQUIPMENT

Apex2 New Customer Install Kit

Lists the components included in the new customer install kit.

Apex2 Retrofit Kit

Lists the components included in the retrofit kit for upgrading to Apex2.

Apex2 Dual Pump Install Kit

Lists components for the dual pump new customer install kit.

4.0 INSTALLATION

Apex2 Controller Installation

Provides instructions for installing the Apex2 controller unit.

Mounting the Controller

Details the steps for securely mounting the Apex2 controller.

RS-485 Communication Cable Connection

Instructions for connecting the RS-485 communication cable.

Mount and Adjust Controller

Steps for mounting and adjusting the controller's viewing angle.

Apex2 I;O Enclosure Mounting

Instructions for mounting the Apex2 I/O enclosure.

Inductive Probe Installation

Guidelines for selecting the location and installing the inductive probe.

Inductive Probe Installation Steps

Step-by-step guide for drilling and installing the inductive probe into the wash tank.

Rinse Thermistor and Injection Installation

Instructions for installing the rinse thermistor and injection point.

Water Line Connections

Instructions for connecting water lines to the unit.

Detergent Valve Connection

Instructions for connecting the water line to the detergent valve.

Optional Pressure Switch Installation

Details the installation of an optional pressure switch.

Electrical Installation

Covers electrical wiring and connection procedures.

High Voltage and Machine Signal Wiring

Covers wiring for power and machine signals.

Electric Power Supply

Explains how the Apex2 receives its main power supply.

Electrical Cable Connections

Details the provided power and signal wire cable.

Conduit for Electric Cable

Specifies requirements for enclosing the electrical cable in conduit.

Main Power Connection

Instructions for connecting the main power wires.

Detergent Signal Connection

How to connect the detergent signal input.

Rinse Signal Connection

How to connect the rinse signal input.

Apex2 I;O Board Connections

Details how to connect components to the Apex2 I/O board.

Sealing Block Installation

Instructions for installing the cable sealing block to prevent moisture ingress.

Retrofit Kit Installation

Rinse Aid Dispenser Out of Product Signal

Steps to reconfigure the rinse aid out-of-product signal for Apex2.

Removing Apex Board

Instructions for disconnecting and removing the old Apex board.

Remove Sonalert

Steps to remove the Sonalert from the I/O enclosure.

Remove Apex Controller Board

Instructions for removing the Apex controller board and cover.

Install RS-485 Cable Sealing Assembly

Instructions for installing the RS-485 cable sealing assembly.

Apex2 I;O Board Installation

Detailed steps for installing the Apex2 I/O board and connecting components.

5.0 CONTROLLER SETUP

Dishmachine Mode Configuration

Configures the dishmachine type (Door, Conveyor, Flight) to set dispensing parameters.

Product Selection

Selects the specific detergent, rinse aid, and third product used.

Adjust Dispensing Parameters

Sets specific dispensing parameters like set points, delays, and speeds.

Alarm Configuration

Configures alarm volume, delays, and mute times.

Alarm Priority

Details the priority order for different alarm conditions.

APPENDIX

Frequently Asked Questions

Addresses common questions regarding Apex2 operation and troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting

Apex2 Controller Screen Blank

Actions to take when the Apex2 controller screen is blank.

Apex2 Controller Locked-up

Steps to resolve a frozen or locked-up Apex2 controller.

I;O Communication Alarm Issues

Troubleshooting steps for I/O communication alarms.

Detergent Dispensing Issues

Diagnoses and resolves issues with detergent dispensing.

Continuous Detergent Feed

Addresses issues where the controller continuously feeds detergent.

Rinse Pump Activation Issues

Troubleshoots why the rinse pump is not activating.

Wash Temperature Discrepancies

Diagnoses discrepancies between controller and gauge wash temperatures.

Rinse Temperature Discrepancies

Diagnoses discrepancies between controller and gauge rinse temperatures.

Continuous Rinse Additive Alarm

Resolves continuous rinse additive out-of-product alarms.

Rinse Pump Runs Without Additive

Troubleshoots when the rinse pump runs but no additive is injected.

Rinse Aid Pump Priming Issues

Steps to resolve issues with the rinse aid pump not priming.

Inaccurate Rack Counting

Addresses inaccuracies in rack counting.

Ethernet Connection Troubleshooting

Troubleshoots problems with the Ethernet connection.

Performance Check and Maintenance

Squeeze Tube Replacement

Provides step-by-step instructions for replacing squeeze tubes.

Rinse Aid Dispenser Volume Chart

Provides estimated rinse volume based on time and speed.

Replacement Parts Guide

Parts Guide (Page 1)

Parts Guide (Page 2)

Adjust Dispensing

Adjust Detergent

Settings for detergent dispensing parameters.

Adjust Rinse Aid

Settings for rinse aid dispensing parameters.

Adjust Third Product

Settings for third product dispensing parameters.

Adjust Dispensing: Door Probe Mode

Configuration for Door Probe mode dispensing.

Adjust Dispensing: Door Timed Mode

Adjust Dispensing: Conveyor Probe Mode

Adjust Dispensing: Conveyor Timed Mode

Adjust Dispensing: Flight Probe Mode

Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

Probe Diagnostics

Provides diagnostic information related to the probe and set point.

Dispenser Lid Switch Position

Shows the status of dispenser lid switches (open/closed).

Machine Signal Interface Diagnostics

Displays status of machine wash and rinse signals.

Out of Product Alarms

Shows the out-of-product status for detergent, rinse aid, and sanitizer.

Dispensing Tests

Allows testing of individual dispensing components like valves and pumps.

Setup System

Machine Setup

Configures machine mode, product selection, and languages.

Product Selection

Selects the specific detergent, rinse aid, and third product used.

Language Setup

Selects the primary and secondary display languages.

Alarm Configuration

Configures alarm volume, delays, and mute times.

Date & Time Settings

Sets the controller's date, time, and time zone.

Unit of Measurement Selection

Selects between English or metric units for measurements.

Reset to Default Settings

Resets the controller to its factory default settings.

Set Tablet Values

Allows setting or calibrating tablet values, like rack time.

View Information

Rack Counts Summary

Displays counts of various events like total racks, racks without product, etc.

Diagnostic Data Summary

Shows total signal time and run time for detergent, rinse, and third product.

Alarm Data Log

Provides a chronological log of alarm activations and deactivations.

Controller Board Information

Displays serial number, build date, and software version for the controller.

I;O Board Information

Displays serial number, build date, and firmware version for the I/O board.