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Glassware Washer Service/Technical Manual

1. Standing Cat Description Qty 45891 00 Right Panel 1 45891 01 Left Panel 1 45893 00P Back Panel 1 45894 00 Top Panel 1 45975 00 Panel Spacer 4 18981 12 Screw 14 18983 06 Screw 1 2 44680 00 Plug 2 19302 00 Nut 2 46038 00 Conversion Kit 1 Top Panel is required when adding any combination of the back or side panel For a compl ling lete conversion of an Under counter unit to a Free Standing unit the parts are now sold as a Complete Kit NoTE For bes t results and for rigidity the back panel should also be installed with side panels 75
2. 30 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Fig 3 above left Looking down on the back of a unit with the Service Panel removed A Overflow Sensor B Pure Water Valve C Hot Tap Valve Fig 4 above right Looking through the service panel area the Overflow Sensor A is bolted to a stud on the base of the unit with two red connectors with grey leads coming off of it Inspecting the Base The base of the unit can be accessed by all four sides The front of the unit is accessible by removing the kick and toe plates then lowering the relay panel The two sides and back can be accessed by removing the service panels held on by four bolts each near the bottom of the unit under counter or the 2 cosmetic sides and back free standing Once the base is accessible using a flashlight check for standing water first near the back of the unit where the sensor is located Then thoroughly inspect the base of the unit from the sides to find and mop up any standing water Clearing the Alarm To run the unit again the alarm must be cleared This is simply done by using a dry towel or rag and wiping the Overflow Sensor until dry Before running the washer in a new cycle perform the following diagnostic and systems check 1 Open the door latch 2 Push and hold the A button 3 While holding the A button simultaneously close the latch and hold the button until the machine beeps 4 Scroll down W t
3. Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual SteamScrubber amp FlaskScrubber Glassware Washers Models 44003 Series 44203 Series 44004 Series 44204 Series FlaskScrubber Vantage Series Glassware Washers Model 4540031 Protecting your laboratory environment 7 LABCONCO Labconco Corporation 8811 Prospect Avenue Kansas City MO 64132 2696 800 821 5525 816 333 8811 FAX 816 363 0130 E MAIL labconco labconco com HOME PAGE www labconco com Labconco SteamScrubber FlaskScrubber and FlaskScrubber Vantage Model Glassware Washers Table of Contents Introductory Notes 4 4 4 9 2 0 5 5 be de Labconco Service Support Glassware Washer Warranty 111 Section I Navigating the Washers 1 Washer Menus 1 Diagnostic Menu 2 Factory Reset 4 Washer Layout and Landmarks 4 Removing the Toe Kick Panels amp Service Panels 6 Removing the Washer Top Back and Side Panels 7 Section II Maintenance and Modification 8 Maintaining the Stainless Steel Interior 8 Maintaining the Tap Water Fill Valve 9 Cleaning the Sump Filter Screen 9 Maintaining the Air Gap in the Drain 10 Adjusting the Door Latch Keeper Strike Plate 11 Replacing the Washer Light Bulb 11 Maintaining the Conductivity Sensor 12 Replacing the
4. 1 gt CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Connect tap and pure water Connect drain Connect proper electrical power Use 115V 60 Hz or 230V 50 Hz Connect current probe to power line Close detergent cup door Connect computer via RS232 Set up washer control A Open door B Press and hold V button Simultaneously close and latch door C Press V button to select function Press lt or to actuate function 1 Set proper voltage 2 Set Temp Units C 3 Set DI Pump to Enable YES 4 Set Light ON window models only 5 Set Liquid Deter Opt NO 6 Set Factory Reset YES D Press RUN 1000V for 1 minute Position thermocouple near temperature probe Press and hold lt button simultaneously close and latch door Display must agree with temperature meter 2 C Open door Press amp hold A button Simultaneously close and latch door Press WV button to select function Press lt or gt to actuate function TAP WATER PURE WATER Continue in this mode until Float Switch shuts off water flow Open door to check water level Bottom of heater must be partially wetted Top of heater must be partially unwetted Close door and resume DIAGNOSTICS WASH PUMP INST LCC Hi Pot Tester RESULTS PASS Temperature Meter Visual Visual Visual Visual 61 INSP TESTS No Run Test 1 62 CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS 115 V 230 V DETERGENT CUP HEATER 9 3 l 5 Amp
5. 70 71 72 74 74 75 60 68 72 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Introductory Note The Labconco Glassware Washers were re engineered in 2007 with the new line available in September 2007 The new generation of Glassware Washers include updated features and modifications that set itself apart from the previous generations Some of these updates include but are not limited to an interactive digital display three separate pumps for wash drain and pure water a water level pressure switch and forced air blowers for drying The three types of Labconco Glassware Washers are the FlaskScrubber SteamScrubber and FlaskScrubber Vantage FlaskScrubber and SteamScrubber are available in either 115 or 230 high heat Volt models and Under Counter UC or Free Standing FS configurations An optional viewing window is also available on these models The FlaskScrubber and FlaskScrubber Vantage use a direct jet manifold system for washing rinsing and drying They both include a Lower Spindle Rack The spindles on this rack can be swapped out with different sizes tall short and thin or removed to create a flat rack The SteamScrubber includes both an upper and lower open rack The racks are able to accommodate a wide variety of accessories to contain specific types of lab ware Drying is performed through an integrated blower circulating forced heated air through the
6. the back access panel loosen the clamp and remove the flex from the Blower s inlet collar the clamp and remove the flex duct from the Blower s exhaust 53 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Figure 28 Left FlaskScrubber Vantage Blower Just like the Blower in the FlaskScrubber the blower indicated by the Yellow Bracket is held to the base weldment by a mounting Bracket Magenta Bracket The Green Arrow shows the clamp that holds the flexible ducting that leads to the manifold to the Blower The Red Arrow points to the clamp that secures the Flex Ducting that comes from the HEPA filter in the left Side Cabinet to the Vantage s Blower 6 Through the front remove the two nuts on the front side of the blower mounting bracket d Through the back remove the two nuts on the back side of the blower mounting bracket 8 Pull the blower out through either the back or front whatever is easier 9 Disconnect the blower s wiring from the base wiring harness 10 Connect the new blower s wiring to the base wiring harness 11 Seat the new blower s bracket over the mounting screws and tighten it with the nuts removed earlier 12 Attach the Flex Ducting from the Side Cabinet to the blower s inlet collar and tighten the clamp over the fitting 13 Attach the Flex Ducting from the drying manifold to the blower s exhaust collar and tighten the clamp 14 Test the
7. Removing the Toe Kick Panels in Section I Locate the power supply cords and place an Ammeter around the power supply wiring Go to Diagnostics as described in Accessing the Diagnostic Mode in Section I and use the V button until HEATER is highlighted Press 4 or gt button and the heater will be energized With the heater on the Amps should measure between 9 3 amp 11 5 for 115V machines and 7 8 amp 9 6 for the 208 230V units If the measurement is outside of these ranges and greater than 70 check the resistance of the Heater Replace the Heater Element as described in Replacing the Heater Element in Section IV Repeat steps 1 5 if you replaced the heater If the amps are correct continue to the next section Checking the Calibration of the Probe N 9 Figure 12 Left The Temperature Probe is bolted to the tank and can be found on the lower right back panel of the glassware washer Below that is the Sump Heater Element It may be necessary to replace either or both of these parts depending on the findings of this diagnostic procedure Open the door Position a thermocouple temperature reader near or on the temperatur probe Close the latch by sliding it to the right When the opening screen is displayed Press and hold the 4 button The display should agree with temperature meter 2 Record Readings a Temperature Pr
8. 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 21 Press the button and the arrow on the display will point to COOL FAN Press either the gt or 4 button and the small fan inside the kick panel will operate This completes the check of most of the washer functions Unlatch the door to exit from the Diagnostics mode To verify the proper operation of the overfill switch repeat steps 1 amp 2 above Press either or 4 button and allow tap water to enter the tank until the water flow turns off Press and hold the RUN button Water will enter the washer and should turn off before it overflows Press the WV arrow until DRAIN COOL is highlighted Press or 4 button to drain water from the washer Unlatch the door to exit from the Diagnostics mode Performing a Factory Reset Like any computer and software sometimes it is necessary to reset the PC Board If you experience a Lock up on the display screen or if your programs aren t being saved follow the directions below to perform a FACTORY RESET 1 Open latch on door 2 Close the latch on the door 3 Press button as the Display reads Labconco Glassware Washer Version X 4 Release button and display will show the Set Up screen 5 Press until FACTORY RESET is highlighted 6 Press or 4 until Yes is displayed 7 Press RUN Washer Layout and Landmarks Before getting into the washer to perform service it is impor
9. Press either the gt or 4 bu energized The arrow in the lower the bu the bu ton the th ton gt FU ty Uy UO w 20252422242 a ct tton to Within rgiz nt cup doo arrow on the display will the detergent cup r should be heard to open point to HEATER tton and the heater will be arrow on the display will energized point to DRAIN COOL tton and the drain will be om the washer rained r D ter arrow on the display will energized Allow The sound of the pump will This will take about 1 1 2 rain Kit accessory has been installed draining from the washer to 2 cool point to DRY BLOWER igh selections may be made P to test The arrow on the ress the W button to select display will point to LIQ tton and the dry cycle blowe r will be t side of the display indicates that more the next function DETERG PUMP Press the gt or 4 button and if the liquid detergent accessory has been installed and if it was ac pump will operate Press the button and the Press either the gt or 4 bu window in the door tivated in the Set Up proc dure arrow on the display will the detergent point to LIGHT tton and if the washer is quipped with a the light inside the washer will illuminate Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual
10. RESULTS PASS Audible Visual Visual Audible Visual Aubile Visual Visual RS232 Visual Visual INSP TESTS No CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS INST LCC RESULTS PASS Hi Pot 1 1000V for 1 minute Hi Pot Tester Final 1 Check for Leaks Visual 2 Unit must be Clean and Dry Visual 3 All parts in place in good condition Visual 4 Verify that thermostat on back of tank 15 installed properly Visual 5 Make sure drain hose is routed over top of wash pump Visual 6 Perform FACTORY RESET Visual 63 64 230V FlaskScrubber Vantage Protecting your laboratory environment INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR VANTAGE GLASSWARE WASHER Rev Date By Description 5 8 07 LLK Release E318 A 7 16 07 LLK Added Overfill Test E419 B 8 2 07 LLK Clarified Verbiage No Change to Tests E459 C 12 21 07 DKT Dry temp tol Was 5 deg E665 Glassware Washer Test Report MODEL NUMBER VOLTS HZ M O NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER INSP TECH DATE QTY OF INSP TESTS Set Up Hi Pot Temperature Test Self Test N CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Connect tap and pure water Connect drain Connect electrical power 230V 50 Hz Connect current probe to power line Close detergent cup door Connect computer via RS232 Connect test dispense bottles to the detergent amp acid supply lines Set up washer control A Open door B Press and hold V button Simultaneously close and
11. portion 12 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual To replace the conductivity sensor T Not 2 S 4 5 e Turn off the electrical power to the washer Turn off the circuit breaker that services the washer Remove the cabinet back panel Unplug the sensor from the wiring harness Unscrew the sensor from the sump housing Reverse this procedure when installing a new sensor When replacing the sensor use Teflon Tape on pipe threading Replacing the HEPA Filter FlaskScrubber Vantage only After an extended period of time dirt and debris may block the air flow through the HEPA filter 1 2 Open the left side cabinet door by pressing it in the center to release the latch Press down on the lock tab on the top of the HEPA filter and pull the top of the filter outwards FILTER LOCKTAB HEPA FILTER Lift the filter out of the bottom retainer Reverse this procedure to install the replacement HEPA Filter 13 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Modifications Installing FlaskScrubber amp Adjusting the Upper Rack The Upper Rack comes standard on the SteamScrubber however the FlaskScrubber has the option of adding the Upper Rack Spindle or Basket The Optional Upper Spindle Rack provides 30 additional spindles for washing narrow neck glassware and is customizable by removing spindles or by installing Multi Pin Inserts The Open Basket
12. 1 10 mL 44775 00 Very Short Spindles 45952 00 16 Place Pipet Washer 1 50 mL 44246 00 Glassware Holder Tulip Small 44248 00 Glassware Holder Tulip Large 45960 00 Small Spindles w Clips 45957 00 Lower Spindle Rack 45918 01 Spindle Long 45918 00 Spindle Short 44020 01 Culture Test Tube Insert 15 18mm 44021 01 Culture Test Tube Insert 20 25mm 44013 01 Culture Test Tube Insert 10 12mm 44014 01 Retainer Top 44015 01 10 Pin Insert 44018 01 32 Pin Insert 44019 01 Retainer Top 45897 01 Petri Dish Insert 45892 01 BOD Beaker Erlenmeyer Insert 45984 01 Tray Holder 44022 01 Utensil Basket 44038 01 Drop in Cover 45916 01 48 Pin Insert 45870 00 Top Rack incl SteamScrubber 45959 00 Top Rack Opt FlaskScrubber 45845 00 Slide Assembly 2 45885 00 Bottom Rack 45915 00 DNA Sequencing Plate Insert 45425 00 Utensil Holder 45421 00 Bulk Tube Insert 45954 00 Stand 45970 05 45325 00 45404 00 Door Latch Bracket Door Latch Cabinet Washer Base Stand Crate 18798 01 Leveler Leg 45919 00 Cool Water Drain Kit 115V 90380 03 Inner Braided Tubing 83 45919 06 Water Valve Bracket 50777 00 Solenoid Valve SubAssy 14201 02 90Deg Brass Elbow 14107 00 Male Connector 45919 01 Cool Water Drain Kit 230V 50777 03 Solenoid Valve SubAssy 45875 00 Liquid Detergent Dispense Kit 45914 00 Wire Assembly 45878 00 Cap Assembly 45875 02 Pump Assembly 45961 00 Mobile Conversion Kit 115V 45965 00 Hose Assembly 74 45964 00 Harness 115V 45963 00 Electr
13. Clogged drain Blockage of air gap Kink in drain hose Filter blocked Drain valve or pump not operating Fill valve clogged Water supply turned Off Defective fill switch Defective fill switch Microprocessor memory error Key pad defective Water is very conductive detergent has dispensed Sensor defective Remove obstruction Check operation of fill switch Check cabinet opening to see if it is aligned properly with the door Washer must be level Adjust feet to level unit Adjust feet to level unit Allow 4 5 seconds before opening door after unlatching Clean out drain Clean the air gap by lifting the cover unscrewing the cap and removing any accumulated material Check for a kink in the drain hose Check filter in washer and clean as needed Check operation Clean fill valve Turn on water Check operation Check operation Perform Factory Reset Open latch on door Press button and simultaneously close door latch Release W button and display will show the set up screen Press V until FACTORY RESET is highlighted Press gt or 4 until Yes is displayed Press RUN Replace key pad None Replace sensor Conductivity reading 0 Conductivity Reading fluctuates Temp Reading Stuck or Fluctuating at 16 Drain Fail Alarm Sensor not connected Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Reconnect sensor wi
14. Rinses 3 No Pure Rinses 1 Final Rinse Temp 60 C Dry Temp 60 C Dry Time 20 minutes Detergent Dispense 20 ml Rinse Aid Dispense 6 ml Start Data Acquisition Computer Identify file with washer serial number and date Press RUN Confirm operation of washer temperatures and times Acceptance Criteria Wash 2 and Final Rinse Temp 3 C Dry Temp 8 C once reached Ammeter Ammeter Ammeter INST LCC Visual Audible Visual Visual Audible Visual Audible Visual Visual RS232 RESULTS PASS INSP TESTS No Hi Pot Final 5 6 amp Wash 1 Steam Rinses 1 amp 2 Dry Time 1 minute Wash 2 Final Rinse Time after reaching SP 1 minute Conductivity varies between 100 1200 Confirm operation of low detergent and acid rinse monitor Detergent Dispense 18 22 ml Rinse Aid Dispense 5 7 ml Observe Wash Action Water hits top of tank from spindles CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Run rinse only to wet surfaces After wash pump starts place a wet towel across the overflow contacts Wash pump should stop and the washer should drain Display should show ALARM OVERFLOW 1000V for 1 minute Hi Pot Check for Leaks Unit must be Clean and Dry All parts in place in good condition Verify that thermostat on back of tank is installed properly Make sure drain hose is routed over top of wash pump Perform FACTORY RESET INST LCC Tester Visual Visual Visua
15. Sensor Cable 45853 00 Main Wiring Harness 45843 00 Drain Pump 115V 45843 01 Drain Pump 230V 45842 00 Circulation Pump 115V 45842 01 Circulation Pump 230V 45839 00 Pump Mount 45936 00 Pump Outlet Tube SS 45824 00 Pump Outlet Tube FS 45864 00 Hollow Ball FS 45996 00 Tube Clamp 45819 00 Drain Hose 14888 00 Drain Hose Clamp 45818 00 Drain Pump Inlet Hose 45279 00 DI Pump Assy 44373 00 Blower Adaptor 44115 00 Fill Valve 115V 90816 00 Fill Valve 230V 45932 00 Drain Pump Bracket 18614 00 Ball Bearing Pulley door 19113 16 Washer 4 18810 16 CapScrew 19373 21 HexNut 16239 00 Rubber Tubing 31 I D 14900 00 Tubing Clamp 25 63 45977 00 Inlet Power Harness 115V 45977 01 Inlet Power Harness 230V 45985 00 Door Fan Assy 45866 00 Relay Board Cover 45994 00 Blower Filter Assy 230V 45995 00 Blower Filter Bracket 230V 45859 00 Wiring Harness T Sensor amp Switch Door Assembly 45862 06 Switch Assy 45862 03 Baffle Seal 45862 02 Lens Assy 45862 00 Electrical Enclosure Cover 45861 01 Water Deflector Baffle Assy 45861 03 PCBoard Enclosure Gasket 45861 00 Control Panel 45854 00 PC Board Assy 45854 03 PC Board Assy 45162 00 44981 00 45123 00 45094 00 45094 01 45062 00 45040 00 45040 01 45855 00 45075 00 16474 02 45862 01 16474 03 16474 04 45923 00 45883 00 45858 00 45929 08 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Soap Dispenser Mounting Bracket 2 Soap dispenser 110V 2
16. Simply follow the manufacturer s directions for maintaining your air gap 10 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Adjusting the Door Latch Keeper Strike Plate If when the door is closed and latched the latch is loose or the machine turns off during a cycle due to vibration or bumping then you may need to adjust the Door Latch Keeper Strike Plate Adjusting the Door Latch Keeper Strike Plate 1 Open the door to the glassware washer 2 Loosen the two screws indicated by the Red Arrows 3 To tighten the latching action of the Door Latch move the plate in the direction of the Blue Arrow 4 To loosen the latching action of the Door Latch move the plate in the direction of the Yellow Arrow NOTE If this fails to correct the problem perform electrical troubleshooting on the Door Switch located behind the plastic Control Panel The Door Switch Assembly may need to be replaced Replacing the Washer Light Bulb If the Glassware washer is equipped with a window you will need to periodically replace the light bulb Refer to the figure below and follow the instructions to replace the washer light bulb 11 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual LIGHT BULB SCREWS IN OUTER DOOR PANEL SPRING SOME PARTS NOT SHOWN FOR CLARITY To replace the washer light bulb 1 Turn off electrical power to the Glassware Washer 2 Remove the lower and middle panels as described in
17. TANK AND OTHER PARTS NOT SHOWN FOR CLARITY ack paneling se from the valve to a Twin Inlet High Flow Air gap dishwasher applications This may be obtained from a ly store ain hose from the Glassware Washer to the other inlet of r gap to the building drain And turn back on the electrical power Installation of the Optional Liquid Detergent Dispenser An optional liquid detergent dispenser is available for installation on SteamScrubbers and detergent from a bu the detergent cup w To install the Liqu FlaskScrubbers This permits dispensing liquid 1k 1 gallon 3 8L container eliminating the need to fill ith detergent each time the washer is used id Detergent Dispenser power to the washer back panel Loosen the insulation jacket to provide access to the back of the washer dispense pump to the rear flange of the base using the nuts provided tube from the detergent container to the inlet of the hose clamp that is around the large hose on the bottom of break DO NOT REMOVE THE HOSE Slip the stainless steel is on the end of the clear tube coming from the detergent dispense pump into the hose on the vacuum break Tighten the hose clamp Secure the provided tie wrap around all 3 tubes on the top of the vacuum break being careful not to collapse any tube 12 Disconnect 2 Remove the 3 Attach the Screws and 4 Attach the pump o Loosen the the vacuum
18. WASH PUMP Told noun STEAM FLASK 654521 654521 4592300 TUBNG TO SUMP WATER LEVEL PRESSURE SWITCH LOW FILL 1 TO 12 OVER FiLL 21 TO 22 DOOR LATCH HARNESS 4588300 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual LIQUD DETERCENT DISPENSE OPTION J6 b s gt gt LABCONCO 4585600 REV E CABLE 4282200 WARNING DISCONNECT FROM POWER SOURCE PRIOR TO SERVICING UNIT AD ORG 12 vDC POWER SUPPLY P N 4386800 SERVICER PROVIDED 204 IEC WOBLE Y 1 BLK o 2 WHT GROUND STACKING eqni cLESA NOBILE HARNESS 32 G Y P N 4598400 24 C Y 3 9 p 4597700 69 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual LOQUO DETERGENT DISPENSE OPTION KEYPAD 4592300 Be IEEE EEIEIEE Coniroller 4585400 LABCONCO 64x128 GRAPHIC LCD DRAIN 5 29 TENP SENSOR WASH PUMP 0 1 BLU 2 BRN 144B BRN 17 WHT DRAIN VALVE AH ORG TUBNG TO SUMP DRAIN PUMP WATER LEVEL PRESSURE SNITCH LOW FILL PINitePINi2 OVER FLL PIN2ttoPINZ2 CABLE 4585900 TAP VALVE HARNESS 4585500 TANK SAFETY 200 F 412 VDOC SUPPLY SUMP HEATER P N 4565800 20008 SERVICER PROVIDED 204 IEC MOBILE OHLY x I BRH Protecti our L arviroment GROUND STACKING N LAKONO pui WARNING W AGRA WIRING 01 jus S
19. allows for the washing of open mouthed glassware The height of the upper rack may be varied to suit the heights of glassware that will be washed in the upper and lower racks Installing the Upper Rack The optional upper racks for FlaskScrubbers ship with two 2 each Slide Assemblies and Mounting Bracket Assemblies S Figure below RACK MOUNTING PLATE UPPER HOLE LOCATION 1 Remove the acorn nuts and lock washers from both upper sides using a 3 8 wrench There are 4 on each side 2 Position brackets on slides over the studs on the sides The position of the rack mounting plates must be as shown Secure the slid assemblies using lock washers and acorn nuts removed in Step 1 It may be necessary to synchronize the travel of the two slides 3 Install the Upper Spindle Rack by lowering the rack onto the rack mounting plates The water inlet must have its inlet toward the rear Make sure the latch on each side secures the rack to the rack mounting plate LATCH RELEASE BUTTON WATER INLET 14 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual To synchronize the travel of the slides attach the upper rack and pull it all the way out gently Pull the rack out firmly several times to the maximum travel length When you push the rack in the door should close easily and latch smoothly Washing Tall Glassware Removing Upper Rack When the Upper Rack is in place i
20. blower in diagnostics Drain System Replacement Installation Use the following procedures to replace install different parts of the Drain System IF THE MACHINE IS DISPLAYING DRAIN FAIL ALARM FIRST READ AND GO THROUGH THE DRAIN FAIL ALARM TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER The parts listed below do not include every part critical to the drain system however those not listed will be mentioned here for reference in their own sections Completely drain and disconnect electrical power to the unit before proceeding with any of these instructions Replacing the Drain Valve The drain valve is regulated by the PC Board and allows the water to leave the tank when the unit is set to drain The Plastic Solenoid housing for the 115V valve is RED the 230V valve is GOLD ORANGE If it is discovered that 54 the unit has a Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual BLUE 230V valve and the unit is running on 208V call Labconco for the Engineering Upgrade Gold valve 1 Remove Standin the right side service panel or right side Panel if Free g and the Toe Kick Panels See Removing the Toe Kick Panels and Service Panels and or Removing the Washer s Paneling 2 Locate da Loosen Drain P 4 Loosen to the Remove Remove Seat th Tighten weldmen 9 Place t valve 10 Reconne the hos 1 the Drain Solenoid va
21. delivery Limitation of Liability The disposal and or emission of substances used in connection with this equipment may be governed by various federal state or local regulations All users of this equipment are required to become familiar with any regulations that apply the user s area concerning the dumping of waste materials in or upon water land or air and to comply with such regulations Labconco Corporation is held harmless with respect to user s compliance with such regulations Contacting Labconco Corporation If you have questions that are not addressed in this manual or if you need technical assistance contact Labconco s Customer Service Department or Labconco s Product Service Department at 1 800 821 5525 or 1 816 333 8811 between the hours of 7 00 a m and 6 00 p m Central Standard Time Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual SECTION I Navigating the New Labconco Glassware Washers This section will familiarize you with the functions needed to perform various services on the washers This includes running diagnostic tests and a general landscape of the interior of the washer pictures included Washer Menus The latch serves as the on off switch for the washer When the latch is closed to the right the machine will come on The screen will Read LABCONCO Glassware Washer and then a 7 digit number followed by a letter This number is the model part number of the logic PC Board and the letter
22. door latch to the right The display will show the left side will Press eith hould ent inut Pr ress the V the the gt or the washer Ss either th button and the ress either the gt or 4 bu ure water valve Allow p inutes the fill switch sh ot exceed 5 minutes SKI point to TAP WATER VA 4 button Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual control panel Hold for 5 seconds Diagnostics screen and the the to turn Allow water gt or 4 but arrow on tap wa to enter fo ton to tu the display will approximately 1 rn the water off close the door and slide the indicator on the valve ON Tap water point to PURE WATER tton turn the pure wate r pump ON and open the ure water to enter th ould cause the wate P IF NO PURE WATER IS USED washer r flow to tu After about 3 rn off Should ress the button an ress the gt or 4 but ress the button an d con d the arrow on the display will point to WASH PUMP and the wash the arrow on pump should the display will energize point to DETERGENT D uU M ress either bout 1 minut ress the but ress either th ress the but ress either the gt or 4 bu all water to be drained fr change when all water is d minutes the Cool Wate water will mix with hot wa Press the button and the
23. holding each panel on Simply remove the bolts and pull off the plates When replacing the plates make sure they are properly aligned and in the correct orientation on the machine Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Removing the Washer Top Back and Side Panels Free Standing models only To gain access to internal parts of the washer you will need to remove the washer s top back and side panels This will make it possible maintain and repair the washer Refer to the figure below and follow the instructions to remove the top back and side panels to clean of your washer To Remove the Cosmetic paneling of the Washer Turn off electrical power to the Glassware washer ibe 2 01 5 W Remove all of the screws from the back panel of the washer and remove the back panel Remove the 2 screws at the kick panel Remove the 2 screws at the rear that hold the sides to the top Remove the two screws from each side of the washer at the front edge Remove the side panels Remove the 2 screws that hold the top Remove the top Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual SECTION II Maintaining and Modifying the Glassware Washers Like any piece of laboratory equipment the glassware washer requires some routine maintenance and depending on the laboratory s function some modification Section II contains instructions on how to perform upkeep and application driven ch
24. hot drain water is not permitted It may be installed on Under Counter UC or Free Standing FS models A supply of cold water must be available It is recommended that the cold water temperature is colder than 54 F 12 C Warmer water temperature will cause the drain temperature to be higher cold water supply must capable of a flow rate of 3 5 GPM 13 2 LPM and a pressure of 20 120 PSI 138 827 kPa Hot drain water will be mixed with cold water during drain operations 1 Disconnect power to the washer 2 Remove the back panel of the washer if it is a FS model or the service panel of the UC model as described in Removing the Washers Paneling 3 Attach the water valve assembly to the rear flange of the base using the screws provided 4 Connect the wires coming from the water valve assembly to the mating connector in the wiring harness of the washer 5 Connect the cold water supply to the water valve assembly Do not allow the tube to kink when the washer is placed into its operational location If necessary replace the straight fitting on the cool water valve with the supplied elbow 17 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual 6 Replace the b 7 Attach the ho suitable for plumbing supp 8 Attach the dr the Air gap 9 Attach the Ai EXISTING DRAIN HOSE ATTACH TO AIR GAP INLET COOL WATER HOSE ATTACH TO AIR GAP INLET COLD WATER PLUMBING SUPPLIED BY CUSTOMER
25. latch door C Press V button to select function Press lt or gt to actuate function 1 Set Temp Units C 2 Set DI Pump to Enable YES 3 Set Light ON 4 Set Factory Reset YES D Press RUN 1000V for 1 minute Position thermocouple near temperature probe Press and hold 6 button simultaneously close and latch door Display must agree with temperature meter 2 C Open door Press amp hold A button Simultaneously close and latch door Press V button to select function Press or gt to actuate function TAP WATER PURE WATER Continue in this mode until Float Switch shuts off water flow Open door to check water level Bottom of heater must be INST LCC RESULTS Hi Pot Tester PASS Temperature Meter Visual Visual Visual 65 INSP TESTS No Run Test 66 CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS partially wetted Top of heater must be partially unwetted Close door and resume DIAGNOSTICS WASH PUMP DETERGENT CUP HEATER 7 8 9 6 Amp Return to TAP Allow water to fill washer until it turns off Press and hold RUN Water must turn off before it overflows DRAIN COOL Allow all water to drain DRY BLOWER LIQ DETERG PUMP l 2Amp LIGHT FAN RINSE AID PUMP l 2Amp Close Detergent Cup Door Scroll through Programs Confirm Display Information Place known amount of water in test dispense bottles Select Glass Plus Wash 2 Temp 93 C Wash 2 Time 10 min Steam Yes No
26. panel or the back service access panel 3 Pull the black insulation jacket up and secure it 4 Locate the Pressure Switch Hose Fig 20 m Loosen the clamp and remove the hose from the Sump connection os Loosen the clamp and remove the hose from the pressure switch Ta Place the new hose over the connection on the Sump and tighten down the clamp 8 Place the hose end with the grommet over the nipple of the Pressure switch and tighten the clamp over the hose Be careful not to crush the grommet or snap the connector on the pressure switch 9 Test the unit in diagnostics a Fill the unit in tap and check the water level and for leaks b Drain C Fill the unit with DI Pure if applicable and check the level d Drain 10 Run a Rinse Only cycle to test for any alarms 11 If the unit passes all tests seat the Pressure Switch into its place 12 If the unit doesn t pass or alarms follow the troubleshooting section for that alarm Figure 20 Bottom Pressure Hose on Sump The Hose fills with water from the sump to actuate the pressure switches contacts Right Pressure Hose at Switch The hose transfers the pressure of the filling sump to the switches actuator so long as the system remains sealed This is accomplished by air tight clamping on the pressure hose connectors Replacing the Wash Pump The wash pump has been relocated in models manufactured after Sept 2007 Previously it has been located directly under
27. should have a 1 8 inch hole drilled into it behind the seating screw If you do not see a larger hole bored into the screen use a 1 8 drill bit and place a hole in the screen Put the hole far enough back that it is going into the bowl of the sump BE CAREFUL NOT TO DRILL A HOLE THROUGH THE FIBERGLASS PLASTIC OF THE SUMP 50 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Figure 25 Left Sump Screen before the Water Distribution Channel has been connected The Red Arrow shows the single screw that holds the sump screen down to the sump below This must be pulled out to remove the Sump Screen The Green Arrow points to the 1 8 hole drilled in the sump screen that is designed to break hard water s surface tension without allowing large shards of glass debris or rogue labware from getting into the sump The Blue Circle indicates the Water Distribution Channel s supply fitting This is where the connection tubes and clamps will combine the Wash Pump via the sump to Water Distribution Channel and to the Wash Arms Completely drain and disconnect electrical power to the unit before proceeding with any of these instructions 1 Remove the seating screw from the sump sump screen 2 Pull the screen towards you to remove the screen 3 When replacing the new or cleaned screen make sure the screen goes back in its notch around the water distribution hub 4 Replace the seating screw 5 Run Diagnostics t
28. springs on each side that connect the pivot brackets to the washer base Disconnect the hook on the washer base side c Remove the two screws on each side of the outer door panel Lower the panel and remove it Check these cables for any damage or pinching Correct if necessary If there are no apparent problems with the wiring and the probe was found to be out of its tolerance in the Checking the Calibration of the Probe Section the probe should be replaced Replacing the Temperature Sensor 1 2 Separate the connecters between the Temperature Sensor and the Sensor Wiring Harness With a wrench or two loosen and remove the Temperature Sensor from the back wall of the tank Place the new Sensor in its place it is recommended that new o rings are used when replacing the Sensor and tighten the mounting nut Reset the connections at the Sensor Wiring Harness Test the Sensor 39 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual SECTION IV Part Replacement Once the root cause of a failure has been determined it may be time to replace parts When major part replacement of the various washer systems is required use this section s various procedures for assistance Replacing the PC Board Display Panel and Button Pad The PC timer Board Display Panel and Button Pad are all part of the Control Module Interface The PC Board is where the user inputs settings and sets up a
29. that are entered into the program press DISPLAY and the elements in the program that may be altered will be displayed SET PROGRAM PARAMETERS DELAYED START 7 HOUR WASH 2 TEMP 150 F gt WASH 2 TIME 30 MIN STEAM ENABLE 5 5 9 NO PURE RINSES E RINSE TEMP l40 F V 7 Press the A and W buttons to select the parameter that must be altered as indicated by the arrow on the left side Press 4 and gt buttons to select the appropriate set point The arrow on the lower right side means that there are additional parameter selections that will be shown on the display if the button is pressed If an arrow is visible in the upper right corner of the display additional parameter selections will be displayed when the A button is pressed 8 Press RUN when all parameters are satisfactory The most helpful menu when performing service or after doing a part replacement is the DIAGNOSTIC MENU Diagnostics Menu To ensure your washer is operating properly perform the diagnostics procedure detailed below It will take approximately 10 minutes to complete Refer to the figure below to familiarize yourself with the control panel before you begin the procedure DIAGNOSTICS gt WATER VALVE PURE WATER WASH PUMP DETERGENT CUP HEATER DRAIN COOL DRY BLOWER Running the diagnostics test T 2 4 10 TT 12 1 4 T5 16 17 18 19 Press the A button on
30. the tank s sump If diagnosis leads to replacing the wash pump use the steps below to guide your way 47 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Completely drain and disconnect electrical power to the unit before proceeding with any of these instructions 1 Pull the unit away from it s installation space 2 Remove the back and right cosmetic panels or service access panels and pull up the black insulation jacket and secure it Sis Locate the Wash pump in the back right corner of the machine 4 Loosen the clamps holding the two hoses to the pump connections and remove the hoses from the pump Figure 21 Above Left Wash Pump from Right Side The Blue Bracket is the Drain Pump Motor Assembly The Green Circle indicates where the Wash Pump Inlet hose is clamped to the pump The Yellow Circle highlights the tank s sump which feeds the pump Above Right Wash Pump and Pump Outlet Elbow from Rear The Blue Circle is a view of the Wash Pump from the rear at the point where it connects to the Pump Outlet Elbow back to the sump where it then goes into the water circulation loop The Magenta Circle indicates the clamp that needs to be loosened and removed in order to remove the Wash Pump Motor Assembly Dis Remove the four nuts that hold the motor s mounting bracket to the base weldment Use the photos below for access points you may need to elevate the back of the machine for better
31. to stop 5 Push and hold the Run button e This causes the machine to override the initial fill contacts and continue to fill manually e Hold until the machine stops filling 6 Open the door and check the water level e The water should cover the sump heater element but not be overflowing the door IF the water level isn t covering the heater element or looks to overflow the door then stop diagnostics and adjust the pressure switch as appropriate Adjusting the Pressure Switch To adjust the pressure switch as necessary follow the directions on page 29 of this manual Overflow Alarm This displays if the overflow sensor is wet indicating free standing or residual water in the base of the unit If the sensor becomes wet the machine will display the alarm Overflow and will Drain Cancel Once it is finished draining the unit is inoperable until the sensor is dry The Alarm can be canceled by cleaning out the water in the base and drying off the sensor and its contacts Locating the Sensor To locate the sensor the back of the unit will need to be accessible Once the unit is pulled out from its installed position remove the back service panel if under counter or the back cosmetic panel if free standing The Overflow sensor is found by looking in through the back of the base and is near the middle of the machine and left of the fill valves approximately 1 5 from the rear weldment Fig 3 amp 4
32. tube that 6 Locate th detergent container at a convenient location where it will not be a trip hazard 18 TUBE TO VACUUM BREAK TANK CN Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual TUBE FROM DETERGENT CONTAINER MOUNTING HARDWARE DISPENSE PUMP Tes Remove the lower panel and the electrical junction box cover as described in Removing the toe kick panel 8 Plug the supplied harness into terminal J6 on the Relay PCB and route the other end to the left rear corner of the washer bas 9 Plug the wire from the detergent container to the mating connector in the new harness in the base of the washer 10 Plug the connectors on the pump to the mating connectors in the new harness in the base of the washer Lal Reinstall the Junction Box cover and lower paneling 12 Reinstall the back panel if the washer is a FS model 1232 Turn the electrical power Enable the liquid detergent dispenser Enter the washer set up screen on the display by holding the button on the control panel and closing the door and sliding the door latch to the right 2 Press the V button until the arrow on the left points to LIQ DETERGENT OPT 3 Press the 4 or gt button to activate this accessory 4 Press RUN to save all settings Using the liquid detergent dispenser 1 Remove the cap from the conta
33. 0 Latch Keeper 45148 01 Fill Trap Assy w Baffle 44826 00 Fill Trap Gasket 44827 00 Fill Trap Nut 45990 00 Air Gap Assy 44885 00 Door Seal 45015 00 Bottom Door Seal 44831 00 Corner Seal 44363 00 Blower Shroud Assy 44366 00 Shroud Cap 44367 00 Gasket 18948 08 Screw 1 44365 00 Shroud Cover Blower 44364 00 Blower Shroud Housing 44362 00 Blower Housing Nut 44054 00 Blower Seal 44345 00 Door Space Plug 44054 00 Washer Blower Seal 19656 00 Clove Port Clamp 45991 00 Air Gap Mounting Bracket 14840 00 Clamp to 1 j x 7 16 Hose 14888 00 Clamp 56 1 25 SStl Hose 45830 00 Supply Tube Assembly 45712 00 Wash Arm Assy T amp B 45826 00 Rack Valve Plug 45825 00 Rack Valve Bushing 45830 02 Supply Tube 45983 00 Washer Arm Bearing 45872 00 Tube End Cap 45909 00 Comp Spring 14404 00 SStl Pipe Plug 45823 00 Sump Outlet Coupler 45986 00 Tube 1 38x035x1 SStl 19676 00 Hose Clamp 1 31 2 25 Base Assembly 45934 00 Motor Blower Assy 115V SS 45934 01 Motor Blower Assy 230V SS 45278 00 Motor Blower Assy FS 45415 00 Clamp Blower to mount FS 45277 00 Duct Reducer 3 to 2 FS 19686 00 Clamp Motor Blower to 3 5 16245 01 Hose 3 Motor Blower FS 19676 00 Clamp Reducer to 2 FS 16245 00 Hose 2 from Blower FS 45881 00 Relay Board Assy 45880 00 Pump Inlet Elbow 45869 00 Drain Valve 115V 45869 01 Drain Valve 230V 45867 00 DI Fill Valve 115V 45867 01 DI Fill Valve 230V 45859 00 I O
34. 40V Light Assy Bulb 115V Bulb 230V Latch Knob Hinge Assy LH Hinge Assy RH LCD Display Light Window Light Window Gasket 2 Door Window L R Door Window Gasket 2 T B Door Window Gasket 2 Control Label Door Harness 115V 230V Flat IDC Control Cable Latch Mechanism Lower Rack Assembly SteamScrubber 44277 08 44254 00 44457 00 44492 00 45846 01 Carton Assy Roller 8 Roller Clip 8 Basket Bumper 4 Lower Basket Upper Rack Assembly SteamScrubber 44492 00 14404 00 45909 01 45810 02 45870 02 45870 01 45847 09 45847 05 45847 01 45712 02 Basket Bumper 2 Wash Arm Pipe Plug 2 Distrib Tube Spring Distrib Tube Cap Distrib Tube Distrib Tube Bracket Water Inlet Adapter Upper Basket Latch Upper Basket Wash Arm Assy Middle Lower Spindle Rack Assy FlaskScrubber 45918 00 45918 01 45847 08 44254 00 44457 00 44251 01 44492 00 45960 00 45846 01 45847 09 45852 00 45852 02 45846 07 45846 02 Spindle Short Spindle Long Spindle Tool Roller Roller Clip Manifold Plug Basket Bumper Small Spindle w Clip 10pk Lower Basket Water Inlet Adapter Glassware Holder Glassware Holder Clip Tube Cap Lower Spindle Weldment 13 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Accessories 45956 00 Upper Spindle Rack 45845 00 Slides 45712 01 Wash Arm Assy Middle 45958 00 Upper Spindle Rack w o Slides 45712 01 Wash Arm Assy Middle 44942 00 8 Place Pipet Washer
35. 7 8 9 6 Amp Return to TAP Allow water to fill washer until it turns off Press and hold RUN Water must turn off before it overflows DRAIN COOL Allow all water to drain DRY BLOWER LIQ DETERG PUMP No test LIGHT Window models only FAN Fill Detergent Cup with Detergent Close Door Scroll through Programs Confirm Display Information 115V Models Select Glass Plus Wash 2 Temp 82 C Wash 2 Time 10 min Steam Yes No Rinses 3 No Pure Rinses 1 Final Rinse Temp 60 C Dry Temp 60 C Dry Time 20 minutes 230V Models Select Glass Plus Wash 2 Temp 93 C Wash 2 Time 10 min Steam Yes No Rinses 3 No Pure Rinses 1 Final Rinse Temp 60 C Dry Temp 60 Dry Time 20 minutes Start Data Acquisition Computer Identify file with washer serial number and date Press RUN Confirm operation of washer temperatures and times Acceptance Criteria Wash 2 and Final Rinse Temp 3 C Dry Temp 8 C once reached Wash 1 Steam Rinses 1 amp 2 Dry Time 1 minute Wash 2 Final Rinse Time after reaching SP 1 minute Window Models Observe Wash Action FlaskScrubbers Water Hits Top of Tank from spindles SteamScrubbers Lower Wash Arm Rotates at least 45 RPM Run rinse only to wet surfaces After wash pump starts place a wet towel across the overflow contacts Wash pump should stop and the washer should drain Display should show ALARM OVERFLOW Ammeter Stop Watch INST LCC
36. DISCONNECT FROM POWER SOURCE HUT 32 c MOBILE HARHESS MI s SAPMCSS 8 3366300 PRIOR TO SERVICING UNIT 4500401 GND SCPEV 230 Volt FlaskScrubber amp SteamScrubber 70 ACID RINSE DISPENSE KEYPAD P N 4592300 5252 P N 4535300 Controller 4585405 LABCONCO 644128 GRAPHIC LCD COOL DRAIN OPTION r 1 TEMP SENSOR DI VALVE 4K ORG MAB BRN DRAIN VALVE TUBING TO SUNP A4LM DRG DRAIN PUMP BLK RED 2 Di PUVP a WATER LEVEL PRESSURE SWITCH LOW FLL 11 ta 12 OVER FILL 21 1o 22 TAP VALVE TANK SAFETY DOOR LATCH 200 F SUP HEATER 2000W DEM po is LABCOINCO WIRING DIAGRAM WANTAGE WASHER 230v 50 80 HZ P N 4585702 REV 208 230 Volt FlaskScrubber Vantage DETERGENT DISPENSE PRBS S OS OU REV E SUMP SENSOR TEMPERATURE CONDUCTIVITY CABLE 4585800 U WHT n HARNESS 43853500 WARNING DISCONNECT FROM POWER SOURCE PRIOR TO SERVICING UNIT a B 2 7 LABCONCO 4585600 CROUMD STACKING 15 G 8 6 Y NUT NUT qp y 25 c Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual v4 20 RED 12 VOC POWER SUPPLY P N 458640 55 2 4587701 02 HH DEDICATED GND SCREW 71 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual SECTION VII Parts List The parts list included in this section is not all inclusive but contains a rather cumulative list of pa
37. HEPA Filter 1 3 Installing amp Adjusting the Upper Rack 14 Making Adjustments to the Spindle Rack 15 Installation of the Cool Drain Water Kit 17 Installation of the Liquid Detergent Dispenser 18 Section III Troubleshooting Alarms 20 Basic Troubleshooting 20 Alarms 26 Water Low Alarm 2 Overfill Water High Alarm 29 Overflow Alarm 30 Liq Deter amp Rinse Aid Alarms 32 Drain Fail Alarm 33 Low Temp Alarm Erratic Temperature Display 37 amp Temp Sensor Alarm Section IV Part Replacement Procedures 2 40 Replacing the PC Board Display Panel amp g tbon Pad 40 Water Inlet Solenoid Valve Replacement 43 DI Pure Water Pump Replacement 45 Water Level Pressure Switch Hose Replacement 45 Replacing the Wash Pump 47 Replacing the Wash Arms 49 Replacing the Detergent Cup 49 Replacing the Sump Screen 50 Replacing the Sump Heating Element 51 Replacing the Blower 52 Drain System Replacement Installation Replacing the Door Fan Gasket Replacement Section V Testing Procedures 115 230V SteamScrubberG and 230V FlaskScrubber Vantage Section VI Wiring Schematics 115V SteamScrubber and FlaskScrubber 230V SteamScrubber and FlaskScrubber 208 230V FlaskScrubber Vantage Section VII Parts Accessories FLASKSCRUBBER VANTAGE Washer Conversion Parts UC to FS FLASKSCRUBBER amp STEAMSCRUBBER 9 07 to Present 54 57 58 60 64 69
38. Press Press turned Press display Press 4 or gt option if thi 4 k on or display Press 4 or gt the user and Press RUN to the b the b Press the V b prevents programming a cycle to have pure rinses if this setting MUST be YES If the they need to be sure that all utton and LIGHT will be highlighted on the display to cause the light inside the tank on window models to be off while the door is latched utton and LIQ DETERGENT OPT will be highlighted on the save all se Replacing the Digital Display 1 Remove the Control Module from Control Panel 2 34 to activate the con S accessory has been installed utton and FACTORY RES trol for the liquid detergent dispense ET will be highlighted on the to select YES to erase all program set points entered by to restore all set points to the factory setting ttings Remove the four screws holding the display panel onto the Control Module Pull the Display Panel to disconnect the pins from remove it the PC Board and Figure 16 Left Display Panel attached to PC Board and Control Module The Yellow Circles show where the Display Panel s Mounting Screws are placed in the Control Module s bossing The Red Circle shows the pins of the Display in the PC Board s connector When replacing the Display be sure all pins have been placed in the PC Boards connect
39. Removing the toe kick panels 3 Disconnect the springs on each side that connect the pivot brackets to the washer base Disconnect the hook on the washer base sid 4 Remove the two screws on each side of the outer door panel Lower the panel and remove it 5 Remove the bulb by pressing in on the bulb and rotating it counter clockwise 6 Insert the new bulb and rotate clockwise into place Replace the outer door panel Maintaining the Conductivity Sensor FlaskScrubber Vantage only The operation of the Conductivity Sensor may degrade if it becomes contaminated with soil from glassware that has not been rinsed prior to being placed into the washer or if it becomes coated with minerals from the water supplied to the washer If cleaning the sensor fails to correct the problem the sensor must be replaced If the interior of the washer is discolored appears to be coated with a film there is a good possibility that the conductivity sensor is also coated Follow the directions for removing film or spots from the washer interior described in Maintaining the Stainless Steel Interior To clean the conductivity sensor If the soil from unrinsed glassware has coated the sensor the sensor may be cleaned using a solvent compatible with the soil Remove the sump filter Screw as described in Cleaning the Sump Filter Screen Using a swab moistened with solvent remove the soil from metal parts inside the tubular
40. The water level will then switch the overfill contact as an emergency shut off before the tanks is flooded and leaks out the door The Alarm will shut off the fill and message the display The Alarm is canceled by opening the door Inspect the Sump Screen Look at the sump screen in the bottom of the tank It should have a 1 8 inch hole drilled into it If it doesn t use a 1 8 drill bit and put a hole as 29 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual close to the water distribution tower as possible Be careful not to drill through the plastic sump underneath the screen The drilled hole is a short term solution If this must be done contact Product Services at 1 800 821 5525 to get a replacement screen from the manufacturer TF the unit does not have a window to watch the water filling the tank the switch can be tricked by pushing in on the switch located inside the rectangular hole on the inside of the door Fig 1A You can run all diagnostic tests this way with the door open Running the wash pump with the door open is not recommended Diagnostic Check Overfill 1 open the door latch 2 push and hold the A button 3 While holding the A button simultaneously close the latch and hold the button until the machine beeps 4 Scroll down to Tap Fill and push 4 or gt until the screen says yes next to Tap Fill e This will allow the machine to fill with Tap water It should take less than 3 5 minutes for it
41. V Drain hose at Drain Pump W Drain hose OVER Wash pump Hose X Wash Pump Y Zip Tie holding the Drain Hose to the outside of the Wash pump on the housing boss Right Drain hose high loop Z Zip Ties holding the loop in place Notice that the top of the loop goes up to the ledge of the back panel Loop MUST be in place to prime the pump If there are no low points or kinks in the hose go to Valve amp Pump Diagnostic on page 34 of this manual Retest by running diagnostic fill and drain Confirm by running cycle CHECK FILL SWITCH In wash 1 drain if the valve and pump are on and the unit does not drain finish drain until DRAIN FAIL alarm starts open door immediately and check water level If there is water in the tank shut the door and resume cycle The unit should drain cancel when it s done open door and check water level If there is no water in the tank remove the orange and black wires from the fill switch mounted on the back of the unit and check resistance between the two terminals on the switch to see if the switch is open or closed If switch closed replace wires and resume cycle fig 111 If switch is open replace switch and hose connection fig 11K amp M Retest by running diagnostic fill and drain Confirm by running cycle 36 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Figure 11 Above Fill Trap Switch Fill Switch has replaced traditional Float Switch in the new style Steam
42. access at the screws underneath the base amp 7 Figure 22 Above Left Middle amp Right From left to right Wash Pump Corner Screw Back Screw and Internal Screw In all three pictures the Blue Arrows and Brackets point out the location of the Wash Pump motor in relation to the highlighted by the Red Arrows Screws Nuts The best way to remove them is to clamp onto the nuts with a wrench or pliers and then to loosen and remove the screws from below the base weldment of the washer Do this by laying the washer on its back or tilting it forward 6 Lift and rotate the pump motor out of base of the unit 7 Remove the pump from the mounting bracket 84 Place the new pump motor on the bracket and mount it into the base of the unit 9 Secure the motor bracket to the base assembly 10 Connect the hoses to the new pump 48 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual 11 Test the unit in diagnostics Replacing the Wash Arms The wash arms are responsible for distributing the water throughout the tank and scrubbing the glassware clean If they become deteriorated or clogged or need to be replaced for any other reason follow the instructions below for their replacement Completely drain and disconnect electrical power to the unit before proceeding with any of these instructions 1 Open the door and remove any racks that are inside the tank of the washer 2 Each wash arm has four corn
43. amp Flask Scrubber Glassware Washers Fill Switch may be referred to as the pressure switch Right Fill Trap Switch Assembly System K Fill Trap Switch L Black and Orange electrical wiring M Fill Switch Pressure Hose Hose is to be replaced if electrical check shows that the switch is open Low Temp Alarm Erratic Temperature Display amp Temp Sensor Alarm This displays if the water doesn t reach the set point temperature within 135 minutes Operation of the washer continues The alarm cancels when the door is opened This displays if the PC Board during a cycle fails to receive a signal from the Temperature Sensor The alarm is canceled by repairing the connection from the Temperature Sensor or by replacing the Sensor if it faulty Checking the Water Temperature When this alarm has been received and is displayed on the screen Open the door of the washer and measure the actual temperature of the water WATER MAY BE VERY HOT If the measured temperature agrees with the displayed temperature GO TO CHECKING THE FUNCTION OF THE SUMP HEATER If the measured temperature is grossly different from the displayed temperature GO TO CHECKING THE CALIBRATION OF THE PROBE 37 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Checking the function of the Sump Heater L Remove the front paneling as described in
44. and allow the unit to wash and drain 5 When the washer fills the second time open the washer and add two cups of 4 8 acetic acid or white vinegar to the bottom of the tank 6 Close the washer door and allow the unit to wash and drain without further interruption If there is residue on the glassware and the washer is not utilizing the purified water for rinsing you can also use vinegar to break up the residue during a Rinse Only cycle Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Maintaining the Water Fill Valve The filter screen of the water fill valve illustrated below may require periodic cleaning to remove trapped particles low water fill occurs if the blockage is not removed O RING WATER FILL VALVE SCREEN To Clean the Water fill valve 1 Turn off the water and electrical power to the washer Unplug the Mobile model turn off the circuit breaker that services the Under Counter or Freestanding model 2 Remove the rear panel of Free Standing models 3 Disconnect the water supply tube that is connected to the valve 4 Remove the valve from the base 5 Remove the four screws from the valve plate and separate the valve from the inlet connection 6 Remove the valve filter screen and clean it under running water 7 Replace the screen and reassemble the valve connection Be certain the O ring gasket is positioned in the groove in the fill val
45. anges Maintenance Maintaining the Stainless Steel Interior The interior of the FlaskScrubber and SteamScrubber Glassware Washers is type 304 stainless steel Never use metal scouring pads on the stainless steel interior Metal scouring pads can scratch or leave metal chips that will rust To maintain the appearance and quality of the stainless steel interior perform the following tasks as needed e Wipe the outer edges on the inside door panel to remove particles and residue that occur during loading e Use a sponge sprinkled with non abrasive stainless steel cleaner to gently wipe the washer tank and door to remove surface discoloration caused by exposure to halogenated compounds or steel parts In some cases the finish may be slightly dulled by this action If the hot tap water source has a high mineral content film or spots may develop on the washer interior If the procedures listed above do not eliminate the film or spots you may run your washer through the special cycle below To remove film or spots from the washer interior 1 Remove all glassware from the washer 2 Choose the Glass Program Push the Display button Using the arrow buttons make sure that steam is off that there are zero 0 Pure rinses and the drying time is set to zero 3 After the first fill is complete open the washer and carefully pour one cup of bleach into the bottom of the tank 4 Close the washer door
46. anty from date of installation or three years from date of shipment from Labconco whichever is sooner Blood Drawing Chairs carry a ten year warranty Carts carry a lifetime warranty Glassware is not warranted from breakage when dropped or mishandled This limited warranty covers parts and labor but not transportation and insurance charges In the event of a warranty claim contact Labconco Corporation or the dealer who sold you the product If the cause 1s determined to be a manufacturing fault the dealer or Labconco Corporation will repair or replace all defective parts to restore the unit to operation Under no circumstances shall Labconco Corporation be liable for indirect consequential or special damages of any kind This statement may be altered by a specific published amendment No individual has authorization to alter the provisions of this warranty policy or its amendments Lamps and filters are not covered by this warranty Damage due to corrosion or accidental breakage is not covered Returned or Damaged Goods Do not return goods without the prior authorization from Labconco Unauthorized returns will not be accepted If your shipment was damaged in transit you must file a claim directly with the freight carrier Labconco Corporation and its dealers are not responsible for shipping damages The United States Interstate Commerce Commission rules require that claims be filed with the delivery carrier within fifteen 15 days of
47. asher will cancel the cycle and 26 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual drain water that is in the washer The alarm is canceled by opening the door LIQ DETER This displays if the level of the detergent in the dispense container is low The alarm is disabled if the detergent dispense volume is set to 0 The alarm is canceled when detergent is added to the container RINSE AID This displays if the level of the rinse aid solution in the dispenser container is low The alarm is disabled if the rinse aid dispense volume is set to 0 The alarm is canceled when rinse aid is added to the container DRAIN FAIL This displays if water fails to completely drain during a normal drain operation Operation of the washer at this time is canceled The alarm is canceled by opening the door LOW TEMP This displays if the water does not reach the set point temperature within 135 minutes Operation of the washer continues The alarm cancels when the door is opened TEMP SENSOR This displays if the PC Board during a cycle fails to receive a signal from the Temperature Sensor The alarm is canceled by repairing the connection from the Temperature Sensor or by replacing the Sensor if it faulty Water Low Alarm This displays if a water fill is inadequate The washer will cancel the cycle and drain water that is in the washer The Alarm is canceled by opening the door Supply Wat
48. at goes from the Valve to the DI Pure Water Pump Remove the hos 7 Remove th lectrical connector from the pins on the valve go through the back panel 8 Remove the screws nuts holding the valve to the flange of the base weldment a The two screws holding the valve to the base weldment ar countered by nuts on the inner side of the valve These will need to be held secure while removing the screws 9 The valve should now be freed Installing the DI Pure Water Valve 1 Remove the DI Pure Water Valve as described above Line up the valve with the drilled holes for the screws Mount the screws with the nuts Reconnect the connector to the valves pins Place the hose on the Valve connector and tighten the clamp Reconnect the user s water supply tube and turn the water Check for leaks C 44 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual 7 Use diagnostics to check fill times and function of the new valve 8 Re install the panels DI Pure Water Pump Replacement Use the following procedures to replace install Pump This pump allows the user to supply the pressurized gravity fed purified water the DI Pure Water washer with non The pump works in conjunction with the when set to use Purified water during rinses Pure Water solenoid val lve to fill the washer If the pump fails the wa
49. be easily seen found see Figures 3 amp 4 Before undertaking these procedures please do the following preliminary check you look in User s Instructional Manual pages 15 and 16 there are diagrams picturing how to plumb the drainage lines Make sure your unit is set up according to the manual and no extra length of tubing has been added to what is supplied by Labconco BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE DETERMINE THE FOLLOWING PCBoard logic revision on the display when the latch is shut Line voltage Cycle and Segment running when the problem occurred 33 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Verify that the Water Temp to the unit from the start is 120 F or GREATER for every fill To service the Drain System Remove the front Toe Kick Panel amp Side Panel CHECK VALVE amp PUMP Figure 7 left Drain Valve A Valve Actuator Lever B Electrical Connector Leads Invensys Figure 8 below Front View of Drain Pump C Drain Pump Inlet D Drain Pump Impeller Drain Pump Motor F Drain Pump Fan K T5708 2 804204 59HT is 166805 Ww If the unit is a 230V Read the following IF NOT Go to Valve amp Pump Diagnostic Check the actual line voltage to the unit If the line voltage is less than 207 VAC the drain valve will need to be observed for proper actuation 1 Go to diagnostics described below and select the Drain test 2 Listen for audible click pop of val
50. e Seal Washers are to be replaced when the heater is Test the heater in diagnostics checking for the prescribed current See the corresponding testing procedures with the unit being worked on Replacing the Blower Each of Labconco s glassware washers has an integrated blower for drying glassware at the end of a cycle The SteamScrubber s blower pushes air into the tank through the blower shroud found in the rear left of the tank The FlaskScrubber uses the water manifold of the washer to circulate hot air that is directly injected into narrow neck glassware FlaskScrubber Vantage models use the same blower set on up as the FlaskScrubber however the air fed to the blower is pulled through a HEPA filter before being circulated through the tank Use the procedure below to replace the blower of the unit you are working Completely drain and disconnect electrical power to the unit before proceeding with any of these instructions Replacing the Blower on a Labconco SteamScrubber The Blower is mounted on the left back corner post of the base weldment The coupler from the blower into the blower shroud is not sealed and once disconnected can be freed by pulling down on the blower coupler 1 2 D Pull the unit away from walls cabinets so that you have access to the back and left sides of the washer Remove the back and left cosmetic panels or serv
51. ellow to 22 7BC Black to 21 7AB Black to 11 6 Orange to 12 Figure 19 Left Pressure switch with Hose Clam and Wiring Connectors The Wiring Connectors are attached on the first third fourth and sixth pins from left to right 22 21 11 and 12 The two connectors on the left are the leads to the Overfill Switch and the leads on the right are to the Tnitial fill Switch The Blue Oval encircles the Pressure Hose s clamp at the Pressure Switch When tightening this clamp care must be taken not to over tighten or place angular force on the connector Over tightening can cause the grommet in the hose to crack Angular force will cause the connector nipple to break rendering the pressure switch useless 10 Test the unit in diagnostics a Fill the unit in tap and check the water level b Drain c Fill the unit with DI Pure if applicable and check the level d Drain 11 Run a single Rinse Only cycle to test for any alarms 12 If the unit passes all tests seat the Pressure Switch into its place 46 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual 13 If the unit doesn t pass or alarms follow the troubleshooting section for that alarm Replacing the Pressure Switch Hose T Pull the unit away from the wall so that you have access to the backside of the washer 2 Remove the cosmetic back
52. er Verify that the supply valve is open and providing adequate pressure to the unit the unit does not have a window to watch the water filling the tank the switch can be tricked by pushing in on the switch located inside the rectangular hole on the inside of the door Fig 1A You can run all diagnostic tests this way with the door open Running the wash pump with the door open is not recommended 27 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Figure 1 Above Left Interior Door Door with window Circle A indicates location of door latching mechanism and power switch to be triggered for override Above Right Door Switch Override The red circle shows the rectangular hole in the inside top of the door where the door switch can be triggered for going through prescribed diagnostic tests with the door open The Blue Arrow is pointing to the Door Latch Diagnostic Fill Water fill during cycles is timed If the pressure switch doesn t read full in 3 minutes tap or 5 minutes DI the fill valve times out and will go into Drain Cancel with Water Low Alarm Knowing the timing of the alarm will help us diagnose what is causing the problem 1 Go into the diagnostics menu by opening the door latch then push and hold the A button while simultaneously closing the latch Release the A button when the startup screen appears 2 If there is water in the tank scroll down by pressing the W button to drain pump and then us i
53. er screws holding the assembly in place Remove these screws to pull free the Wash Arm Assembly 4 Place the replacement assembly over the corresponding distribution outlet 5 Secure the assembly to the distribution manifold with the four screws Figure 23 Above Left Bottom Wash Arm Assembly The Green Arrows point out the four corner screws that secure the Wash Arm Assembly Above Right Top Wash Arm Assembly The Green Arrows point out the four corner screws that secure the Wash Arm Assembly NOTE Also use this procedure for replacing the wash arm assembly found on the Upper Basket and Spindle Racks Replacing the Detergent Cup The Detergent Cup is operated by a wax motor that is signaled by the PC Board and is slowly reset the FlaskScrubber and the FlaskScrubber Vantage the spindles on the lower rack in front of the Detergent Cup must be short spindles long spindles will not allow the Cup s door to open fully and the detergent will crust and solidify in the cup potentially causing damage over time as well as not cleaning the lab ware It will also prevent optimal cleaning of the labware Use the procedure below to replace the Detergent Cup 49 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Completely drain and disconnect electrical power to the unit before proceeding with any of these instructions 1 Open the Washer s door and
54. ers if necessary 2 Replace the left and right spindles with the two short spindles that you received with the Pipet Insert 3 Replace all other spindles with the plastic plugs that you received with your washer 4 With the support facing the center of the spindle rack slide the Pipet Insert over the spindles until it completely seats 5 Push pipets into the 16 receptacles and rest them on the support NOTE Lower spindle racks are shipped with 34 long spindles and 2 shorter spindles If spindles are removed and then replaced the shorter spindles should be located on the front row in the second and third positions from the right side This will allow proper function of the detergent dispenser Installing Small Spindles Ten small spindles are included with each Spindle Rack Since the large volume of water which flows through the standard spindles may be great enough to force the glassware off the spindle small spindles should be used when small pieces of glassware will be washed To install small spindles 1 Remove the standard spindle by inserting the tool supplied with the Spindle Rack or a screwdriver into the slot on the top and turning counterclockwise 2 Replace the standard spindle with a small spindle Installation of the Optional Cool Drain Water Kit An optional Cool Drain Water Kit is available to reduce the water temperatur of the drain water in installations where
55. est Replacing the Sump Heating Element The Heating Element is responsible for heating the water in the sump to preset levels and for producing steam if required It does this by drawing current the heater is not operational follow the directions below to replace it Completely drain and disconnect electrical power to the unit before proceeding with any of these instructions Remove the cosmetic Right Panel or the right service access panel 2 Locate the wiring connectors and pins of the Sump Heating Element Figure 26 Left Sump Heater Electric pins and Securing Nuts The Electrical connections to the red and white wires pull off The Yellow Arrows show the nuts that are to be removed to remove the sump heater Right Sump Heater The Sump Heater is indicated by the Blue Arrow The Green Arrow shows the tank side of the element bulkhead The element is secured by several clamps indicated by the Red Arrow 51 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual 10 Loosen and remove nuts on the underside of the tank that hold the sump in place Open the door of the washer and remove any racks inside the tank Locate the element clamps Using a screw driver loosen the jaws of the clamps Pull the Element up and out of the tank Replace the new element tighten the clamp jaws and secure with the original nuts and attach the wiring connections Th
56. fective hose to fill switch Defective fill level switch Holes in filter Screen too small Poor Connection between Sensor and PC Board Hose from washer must not be attached to another hose Check for kinks in hose Drain hose must not b than 30 inches Remove 1 hose drains f Check fo Check fo Clean sc Contact Check ou and pump Replace Product Contact Check fo Check fo rom washer reen in bo Labconco P tput from r splits levated mor LL water from inside drain Pump will prime when water r blocked air gap clogged drain ttom of washer roduct Service PCB to drain valve PCB Contact Labconco Service Labconco Product Service r loose clamps Recalibrate switch Contact Labconco Product Service Replace switch Contact Labconco Product Service Check Connectors betw n Temp Sensor and Sensor Wiring Harness Inspect integrity of Sensor Wiring Harness Check Connectors between Wiring Harness and Relay Check Connectors between Sensor PC Board Relay PC Board and Ribbon Cable Inspect integrity of the Cable Ribbon Water Low Alarm Faulty Temperature Sensor Improper water supply Defective fill valves Restricted flow Defective DI water pump Defective hose to fill switch Defective fill switch level Defective controller Holes in filter Screen too small Defecti
57. ge of the baffle gasket to the interior of the tank must be removed and reapplied when replacing the baffle gasket G Both the Clips must be removed and reinserted to hold the gasket into place H The baffle weldment deflects water and holds the gasket in place 59 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual SECTION V Testing Procedures For Reference Purposes this manual includes Labconco s testing procedures These are the same documents used for testing the units quality as they come off the manufacturing line There are two Testing Procedures one for the 115V and 230V SteamScrubber and FlaskScrubber and one for the FlaskScrubber Vantage 115 230V SteamScrubber and FlaskScrubber rene your FJA la _laboratory environment environment FINAL INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR STEAMSCRUBBER AND FLASKSCRUBBER Rev Date By Description ECO 2 5 07 LLK Release D533 A 2 12 07 LLK Drawing Provided E151 B 5 8 07 LLK Set Up 8 C 2 was F E318 Self Test 3 Deleted Cool Drain Valve Added Temperature Test Added Overflow Test Drying time was 30 minutes C 7 16 07 LLK Added Overfill Test E419 D 8 2 07 LLK Clarified Verbiage No change to tests E459 E 12 21 07 DKT Dry temp tol Was 5 deg E665 60 Glassware Washer Test Report MODEL NUMBER VOLTS HZ M O NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER INSP TECH DATE QTY OF INSP TESTS No Set Up Hi Pot Temperature Test Self Test
58. he Drain Hose is routed properly through the machine See Figures below Figure 30 Left Drain Hose leaving the Drain Pump The Drain Hose is bracketed in Yellow From the point where the Drain Hose leaves the pump at the Green Arrow it should rise above the Wash Pump Inlet Hose Red Arrow Behind the hoses you can see the Drain Solenoid Valve and its electrical connections Below Drain Hose under the Washer Tank Like the picture to the left the Green Arrow indicates the clamped end of the Drain Hose at the Drain Pump From this point the Drain Hose slopes upwards over the Wash Pump and electrical conduit There should be no level places or sumping below the tank as the water in this hose is used to prime the pump The Yellow Arrow shows where a zip tie should be placed to hold the Drain Hose in place use the bossing on the Wash Pump Motor Assembly _ TT WoW 56 Figure 31 Right Drain Hose back High Loop After the Drain Hose exits the base of the unit it arches up into a high loop where it clamped and zip tied to the outer shell of the tank This loop holds the water used to prime the pump for each drain sequence The Blue Arrows indicate the direction that water flows when the Drain Pump is on The water leaving the sump goes up the right side of the loop facing the back of the machine and down the left side When replacing the Drain Hose place zip ties in the locations indicated b
59. ic Panel Assy 115V 45962 00 Retainer Hose Assy 44882 01 Caster 4 14107 00 Male Connector 13364 00 Power Cord 115V 20A 45961 01 Mobile Conversion Kit 230V 45964 01 Harness 230V 45963 01 Electric Panel Assy 230V 13421 00 Power Cord 230V 20A 45922 00 Connection Kit DI Valve tube 12337 00 Power Boost Transformer 208V 44220 00 Powder Detergent 10 Ib 44221 00 Powder Detergent 27 5 Ib 45220 00 Liquid Detergent 1 Gal 45222 00 Acid Rinse 45225 00 Powder Detergent Sample C0022 00 Silicone rubber Caps FLASKSCRUBBER VANTAGE SERIES Model 45400 parts unique to Vantage Use FlaskScrubber 230V Parts if unlisted 45941 00 Cabinet Back Panel 45893 00 Back Panel 45945 00 Cabinet Door Assy 45939 00 Top Panel 45938 00 Cabinet Panel Left Side 45891 00 RH Exterior Side Panel 18798 01 Leveler Leg 6 45820 01 Sump 45360 00 Washer Temp Sensor Assy 45882 00 I O Sensor Cable 45863 07 Inner Door Panel 45862 07 Door Window Retainer 45862 01 Door Window 45854 03 PC Board Assy 45123 00 Light Assy 45094 01 Bulb 230V 45075 00 Light Window 45973 00 HEPA Filter 45951 00 Acid Rinse Bottle Assy 4598 1 00 Liquid Detergent Dispenser 45944 00 Lower Shelf 45363 00 PCBoard Assy RS 232 45331 01 Acid Rinse Pump Assy 45331 00 Detergent Pump Assy 45325 00 Cabinet Door Latch 16245 01 Hose 3 Rubber Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual New Style Washer Conversion Parts Under Counter to Free
60. ice access panels and pull up the black insulation jacket and secure it Locate the Blower mounted on the back left corner post of the base weldment Remove the two screws securing the blower to the corner post Firmly grasp the blower s coupler connecting the blower to the blower shroud in the tank and pull down to free it from the tank Remove th lectrical connections to the blower Reconnect the wires to the new Blower Reseat the new blower s coupler into the blower shroud in the tank through the bottom Using the original hardware secure the blower to the corner post Test the unit blower in diagnostics Replacing the Blower on a Labconco FlaskScrubber The blower is mounted to the base of the unit and is clamped to flexible ducting that transfers the air to the manifolds 52 10 Pull th back an Remove pull up Locate Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual e unit away from walls cabinets so that you have access to the d left sides of the washer the back and left cosmetic panels or service access panels and the black insulation jacket and secure it the Blower mounted to the floor of the bas weldment Figure 27 Right FlaskScrubber Blower The Blower indicated by the Yellow Bracket takes in room air and blows it through flex tubing into the circulation manifold The Red Bracket indicates the blower s flexible duct work The clamp that hold
61. iner and remove the tube and level switch assembly 2 Fill the container with detergent or use a new bottle of Labconco detergent and replace the tube and switch assembly and the cap 3 There are two methods which can be followed for filling the system with detergent a Run a wash cycle with no glassware in the washer Set th detergent dispense rate to 30 ml b Run a diagnostics test When the display window shows DETERGENT PUMP allow the pump to run for 30 seconds 4 Program the quantity of detergent that will be dispensed by entering the programming screen as described in Chapter 4 Using Your Dishwasher of the User Instructional Manual that came with your washer 19 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual To be effectiv is essential to be able to troubleshoot clear and concise root to the problem This sect a chart dealing wit problem SECTION III Troubleshooting and Alarms in properly servicing laboratory equipment it tion is split into two sections issues any problem and gain a to accurately correct the The first is th Basic Troubleshooting for a wide range of The second section gives detailed steps at finding the root causes of the Alarms that may be displayed due to Washer Failures Basic Troubleshooting PROBLEM Poor Drying Poor washing results 20 CAUSE Dry Temperature too Low Flask beaker or labware with concave bottoms not loaded c
62. is the revision of the programming logic The screen will then automatically return to the previous screen before th unit was turned off If the washer was in the middle of a cycle it will continue where it left off however if the wash motor was running and the unit was turned off and back on there is a restart delay If the screen displays the name of a wash cycle pressing DISPLAY will bring you to the cycle select menu To program and start a wash cycle 1 Close the washer door and slide the latch to the right This energizes th electronic control and the display will show the last program that was run 2 Press RUN to select this program 3 If a different program is desired press DISPLAY The available programs will be shown on the display SELECT PROGRAM RINSE ONLY PLASTIC GLASS GLASS PLUS SCIENCE SCIENCE PLUS INTENSE 4 Press the A or V buttons until the desired program is indicated by the arrow on the left side The arrow on the lower right side means that there Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual are additional program selections that will be shown on the display if the button is pressed If an arrow is visible in the upper right corner of the display additional program selections will be displayed when the A button is pressed 5 Press RUN if no modifications to the program are necessary 6 If modifications to the program are necessary or you want to see the parameters
63. is this must be taken out to remove the damaged gasket Circle B The baffle gasket is held in place by two clips on the outside edges of the baffle water deflector and then sealed at the sides with RTV These measures must be removed to replace the washer and then reinstalled reapplied in order to form a water tight seal C When replacing the door gasket make sure that the gasket goes to all the way to the bottom of the tank on both sides The gasket will be cut long and must be trimmed back at the end of installation 58 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Baffle Gasket Remove the damaged gasket fig 2D by pulling it from its housing at the tank s baffle fig 3H unit may or may not have clips holding the two gaskets into place fig 1B it DOES then those clips will need to be removed saved and reinstalled when the new gasket is put into place 1 Remove the clips and the silicon holding the gasket into place at the baffle water deflector 2 Slide the gasket out of its fitting along the front side of the washer and install the new gasket 3 Replace the clips and use RTV Silicon to seat and seal the gasket into Figure 34 Above Left Baffle Gasket and Clip D The baffle gasket seated in its housing E The original gasket can be removed after the clips holding it are taken out of the baffle Above Right Baffle Gasket Clip amp RTV F RTV seals the outer ed
64. ive Module and remove Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual 1 Module from Control Panel crews holding the display panel onto the Control Panel to disconnect the pins from the PC Board and n connector of the button pad from the PC Board n connector of the ribbon cable that runs up the 5 screws that hold the PC Board to the Control the PC Board Figure 15 Left PC Board with Ribbon Cable The Yellow Circles highlight the five PC Board Mounting Screws Below the far left screw you can see where the Ribbon Cable connects to the board NOTE It his HIGHLY recommended that when changing any Printed Circuit Board that a Grounding Bracelet is worn to protect the circuitry of the equipment NOTE Be careful not to over torque the screws as it can crack the plastic backing of the PC Board Board from its Anti Static Packaging IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU USE A GROUNDING BRACELET TO PROTECT THE CIRCUITRY OF THE BOARD Place the PC Board over the mounting pegs and secure it with the five SCrews Attach the pin connector of the ribbon cable be sure to get all pegs in the right place Attach the pin connect of the button pad to the PCB again be sure all pins are in their proper spot Fit the Display Panel over the PCB placing the long pins in their Spots Secure the Display Panel with the mounting screws Place the Display
65. kets baffle gasket and door gasket can be removed and replaced the washer s door must be removed 1 Remove the door as described in Chapter 3 Getting Started Connecting the Power Supply in the Instructional Users Manual CAUTION Be careful not to release the cable hooks before you have unloaded the door spring or the side panels may have to be removed to reattach the door cables 2 With the door cables off lower the door to its opened position and lift to pull it out Ju Tank Gasket 1 Remove the bad damaged gasket by pulling it from its housing around the outer edge of the tank NOTE The unit may or may not have clips holding the two gaskets into place Fig 1A If it DOES then those clips will need to be removed saved and reinstalled when the new gasket is put into place 2 The replacement rubber gasket will be cut longer than necessary Place one end of the gasket at the far bottom ledge of the washer Fig 1C and push the new gasket firmly into place up one side across the top and then down the other side 3 When the bottom of the second side is reached the gasket will need to be trimmed so that the new edge rests snuggly at the bottom of its housing Fig 1C Figure 33 Bottom front left corner of washer tank With the door off you can find the clips and RTV application used to hold the gaskets into place Circle A There may or may not be a clip holding the door gasket in place If there
66. l Visual Visual Visual Visual RESULTS PASS 67 SECTION VI Wiring Schematics Each unit comes with a built in Wiring Schematic Diagram This diagram can be found on the internal side of the door s outer Skin panel There is not one included in the User s Instructional Manual For the purposes of Electrical Troubleshooting all three Wiring Schematics have been included in this Service Manual A note on Electrical Troubleshooting Due to the extensive nature of electrical troubleshooting there will not be any detailed instructions on how to perform step by step electrical testing of systems The wiring schematics can aid you through this process of testing specific parts of the circuit as dictated by the symptoms of a problem If at any point you require assistance or wish to get a second opinion feel free to contact Labconco s Product Service Department at 1 800 821 5525 at labconco labconco com or at www labconco com 68 ERDRERETS LABCONCO 45804 E DATE cro Controller 4585400 COOL DRAN OPTION 1 I3 YEL AK ORG 144B BRH DRAIN VALVE TAP VALVE TANK SAFETY 200 F SUMP HEATER 1200W lt gt WIRING DIAGRAM WASHER 13V 50 60 HZ P N 4585700 REV B 115 Volt FlaskScrubber and SteamScrubber RE 4C CRC 1 BLU 2 JT sg oz B LABCONCO 64x128 GRAPHIC LCD
67. lve and remove the hose clamp on the Drain Pump Inlet Tube at the ump This will give you more room to remove the clamp below and remove the hose clamp on the back side of the Valve going Wash Pump Outlet Tube the nuts that secure the Drain Valve to the base weldment the Drain valve e new drain valve over the studs in the base weldment down the nuts that secure the Drain Valve to the base he drain valve side of the Wash Pump Outlet Tube onto the Position and tighten down the hose clamp ct the Drain Pump Inlet Tube on the Drain Pump and tighten e clamp Figure 29 Left Drain System The Drain system is made up of the Wash Pump Outlet Elbow the Drain Solenoid Valve the Drain Pump Inlet Tube the Drain Pump and the Drain Hose The top leg of the Wash Pump Outlet Elbow is secured to the Sump The Wash Pump Outlet Elbow is highlighted in Blue During DRAIN the water moves through this tube through the Drain Solenoid Orange Box and into the Drain Pump Inlet Tube Magenta Box When the unit goes to DRAIN the Valve will pop open and three seconds later the Drain Pump in the Green Box The pump does not self prime and utilized the water left over in the Drain Hose s high loop to prime Replacing the Drain Pump The drain pump is responsible for draining the tank and sump after a wash or rinse cycle pump is located behind the electrical board in the fron
68. mounting screws PC Board System Set UP The Washer control system Module into its housing and secure it with the six has been set at the factory to agree with the configuration of the washer as it was shipped The control may be customized or modified if certain optional accessories are added ls 2 3s 4 The display will The on the left s Press the 4 or gt bu washer Access the SET UP Menu as described in Section I show the SET UP screen ide will highlight VOLTAGE ttons to select the correct operating voltage of the 41 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual CAUTION The vol tage selected 115V or 230V does not change the acceptable AC mains voltage that can be connected to the washer It only selects the programs that are suitable for the identified voltage 5 Press the button and TEMP UNITS will highlight 6 Press 4 or gt buttons to select either F or C which will be used on the display to set and monitor temperature 7 Press the button and DI PUMP ENABLE will highlight 8 Press 4 or gt buttons to YES or NO Doing this allows the pure water valve and pump to be disabled if pure water will not be used for rinse CAUTION On PCB logic Revisions A and B customer does not have DI water hooked up cycles It also pure water is no t available rinses are TAP WATER RINSES 9 10
69. ndicated by the alarm 3 Check the level of the fluid in the bottle and either adjust the pump s feeding tube or add liquid detergent rinse aid to the appropriate level in the dispensing bottle 4 When the machine is turned back on the alarms should be automatically cancelled For FlaskScrubbers and SteamScrubbers without the Accessory Pump 11 Open the handle by sliding the latch to the left 32 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual 2 Press and hold the W button and close the handle of the washer by sliding the door latch knob to the right Hold for 5 seconds The display will show the SET UP screen The on the left side will highlight VOLTAGE Press the W button until the gt highlights LIQ DETERGENT Press the 4 or b buttons to select NO and turn off the PC Boards detergent level sensor 7 When the machine is restarted for normal operation the Alarm s should have been cleared W DRAIN FAIL ALARM This displays if water fails to completely drain during a normal drain operation Operation of the washer is cancelled at this time The alarm is silenced by opening the door Figure 5 left Front view of glassware washer Circle 4 indicates location of where the Drain Pump can be found see Figure 4 Figure 6 right Side view of glassware washer Circle 3 indicates location of where the Drain Valve amp Pump can
70. nk gasket loose Loose connection at hose clamps Loose connection at fill valve Improper detergent Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual 49 C Increase wash cycle time Check to be sure the water shut off valve is fully open Check to be sure the water pressure is between 20 and 120 psi 138 827 kPa at a flow rate of 1 25 gallons per minute 4 7 liters minute Check water level switch Clean sump filter Disconnect drain line and clean or remove kink Refer to installation instructions for proper purified water piping installation Reconnect wires Pre rinse glassware Clean with stainless steel cleaner and soft cloth Check fuse or circuit breaker or door switch Latch washer door by pushing door in Correct opening with leveling feet Adjust mounting screws Adjust leveling feet Adjust door latch Check gasket and correct Tighten hose clamp Check fill valve and correct Use non foaming detergent Use only proper amount of detergent 21 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Washer leaks around door seal Washer will not Drain Washer will not fill Washer overfills Selection buttons on control panel inoperable or controls malfunction Conductivity reading High 22000 ps 22 Obstruction in drain Line Washer overfilling Improper installation Unit not level Door opened during operation
71. nnect the user s water supply tube and turn the water on Check for leaks 43 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual 7 Use diagnostics to check fill times and function of the new valve 8 Re install the panels Figure 17 Above Left Inlet Solenoid Valves HOT Tap and PURE The Yellow Arrows point to the mounting screws of the PURE water valve while the Green Arrows point to the mounting screws of the HOT tap water Valve The screws are mounted with lock nuts from behind Above Right Inlet Solenoid Valves with Hoses and Clamps The Yellow Circle indicates the clamp and fitting of the PURE water line that leads to the DI Pure Water Pump The Green Circle indicates the clamp and fitting of the HOT tap water line that goes to the tank Replacing the DI Pure Water Valve The Hot Tap Valve is regulated by the PC Board and allows the house water pressure to fill the tank when set to fill via DI The DI water valve when coupled with a working DI Pure Water Pump should allow the tank to fill to the appropriate level within five 5 minutes Removing the DI Pure Water Valve 1 Pull the unit out of its installation space 2 Locate the DI Pure Water Valve 3 Close the customer supplied Supply Water valve 4 Remov ither the back cosmetic panel or the back servicer access panel and right cosmetic panel service access panel Remove the Inlet water supply tube from the valve Loosen the clamp on the hose th
72. o Tap Fill and push 4 or gt until the screen says yes next to Tap Fill a This will allow the machine to fill with Tap water It should take less than 3 5 minutes for it to stop 5 When the tank stops filling open the door and inspect the water level a The water level should be touching the bottom of the sump heater but not be over the top b Inspect for any leaks at this time 6 If no leak is found Repeat steps 1 3 7 Scroll down W to Wash Pump and push 4 or gt until the screen says yes 3L Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual 8 With the wash pump ON use a flashlight and inspect all hoses clamps and fittings for leaks sure to also inspect the fittings at the water inlet valves Fig 3b amp 3c 9 If no leaks are found with wash pump running proceed to Diagnostic Drain a Scroll down to Drain cool and push 4 or gt until the screen says yes b Observe as before for leaks NOTE Correct any and all leaks as appropriate with power off to the machine Call Labconco Product Service 800 821 5525 if parts need to be replaced Inspect Overflow Sensor Contacts If the base of the unit and the sensor contacts are dry and the Alarm is still present inspect the terminals The contacts terminals may not be isolated from the chassis or from each other This can be tested by checking the continuity with an Ohm meter If there is continuity between them check
73. ob Washer Probe Proceed to the next section If the temperatures do not match and the amp reading is 0 check for loose wires at the heater connection If there is voltage to the heater check for resistance across the heater If open or zero replace the heater The theoretical resistance across the heater not hooked up should be around 12 ohms for the 120v and 26 ohm for 230v Checking the Probes Wiring l 38 Lift the back flap of the Insulation Jacket and find the temperatur probe Fig 13b Follow the wire to where it connects to the red and white wire connector from the Base Wiring Harness Fig 13c a Inspect the connection and repair or reconnect as necessary Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Figure 13 Above Left Back of washer Temperature Probe B connection to the Base Wiring Harness C Above Right With the Toe kick and Relay Board Cover panels removed find the relay board on the bottom front left of the machine The Base Wirine Harness connects to this board at Circle D Remove the front paneling as described in Removing the Toe Kick Panels in Section I The Base Wiring Harness then connects to the front of the Relay Board Fig 13d a Inspect the connection and repair or reconnect as necessary Lastly check the door harness and ribbon cable a Remove the lower and middle panels as described in Removing the toe kick panels b Disconnect the
74. or slots Fit the new Display Panel over the PCB placing the long pins in their Spots Secure the Display Panel with the mounting screws Place the Display Module into its housing and secure it with the six mounting screws Test the unit in diagnostics Replacing the Button Pad 42 O10 N P Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Remove the Control Panel from the door Access the Control Module as described above and remove it Disconnect the Button Pad s ribbon cable from the PC Board Pull the Button Pad Sticker from the Control Panel and discard Fit the ribbon cable of the new Button Pad through the slot in the Control Panel Center and Place the Button Pad sticker on the Control Panel watch for air bubbles and make sure the ribbon cable is pulled all the way through Connect the ribbon cable to the PC Board Reseat the Control Module onto the Control Panel Test the unit in diagnostics Water Inlet Solenoid Valve Replacement Use the following procedures to replace and install the Tap and Pure Water Inlet Solenoid Valves These valves are important for filling the unit before each wash and rinse cycle they are impeded or are electrically weak they may not open close completely which can cause several problems including the Low Water Alarm Completely drain and disconnect electrical power to the unit before proceeding with any of the
75. orrectly Recondensation Heater s disconnected or malfunctioned Blower disconnected or malfunctioned Dry time too short Water is not hot enough Improper loading Detergent too old or amount wrong Detergent caked in cup CORRECTIVE ACTION Program higher dry temperature Tilt these articles when loading so that water drains off If clean labware is left in the washer recondensation may occur Open latch after completion of cycle to allow moisture laden air to escape Reconnect or replace heater Reconnect or replace blower Program longer time Check Wash 2 water temperatur setting Must be at least 120 F 49 Recommended temperature is 150 66 Check washer loading instructions in Chapter 4 in this manual Replac used detergent or change quantity Clean cup Replace with fresh detergent Check water inlet temperature Must be at least 120 F Not draining Properly Purified water does not fill Tank and inner door have surface rust Washer does not run Washer door opens and closes badly Washer leaks Insufficient wash Time Insufficient water Clogged filter Drain line clogged or kinked Crimp in supply hose Motor wires disconnected Glassware is contaminated with mineral acids No power to washer Door latch is open Cabinet opening is not square Door hitting countertop mounting Screws Washer is not level Door not sealing Ta
76. problems service inquiries troubleshooting help and Warranty issues contact the Product Services Department To place orders for parts or disposables contact Labconco s Customer Service Department All of these Labconco departments can be reached by e Calling Toll Free 800 821 5525 e Emailing us at Labconco labconco com e Visiting us at www labconco com ii Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Copyright O 2008 Labconco Corporation All rights reserved The information contained in this manual and the accompanying products are copyrighted and all rights reserved by Labconco Corporation Labconco Corporation reserves the right to make periodic design changes without obligation to notify any person or entity of such change Warranty Labconco provides a warranty on all parts and factory workmanship The warranty includes areas of defective material and workmanship provided such defect results from normal and proper use of the equipment The warranty for all Labconco products will expire one year from date of installation or two years from date of shipment from Labconco whichever is sooner except the following e Purifier amp Logic Biological Safety Cabinets and PuriCare Lab Animal Research Stations carry a three year warranty from date of installation or four years from date of shipment from Labconco whichever is sooner SteamScrubber amp FlaskScrubber Glassware Washers carry a two year warr
77. program it s also where they get information from the timers and sensors in the washer Use the procedures below to access the control module and replace parts when there is a control failure Completely drain and disconnect electrical power to the unit before proceeding with any of these instructions Accessing the Control Module 1 Open the washer s door 2 Remove the mounting screws on the door s backside that secures the grey plastic Control Panel and the screws on the side of the door that secure the front panel this must be removed to pull off the controls 3 Lift the door and remove the mounting screw that holds the plastic knob to the door latch 4 Pull the Control Panel from the door to access the Control Module 5 Remove wiring pin connectors as necessary for the needed repairs Figure 14 Left Door Assembly The Arrows point to the position of the machine screws that hold the Control Panel to the Doors Inner Frame Panel Below Control Module The Yellow Circles indicate the five mounting screws that hold the Control Module to the Control Panel The Green Circle shows where the PC Board s Ribbon Cable is fitted between the gaskets and sealed with RTV 40 Replacing the PC Board L 2 34 10 11 12 L3 Remove the new PC Remove the Contro Remove the four s Module Pull the Display remove it Disconnect the pi Disconnect the pi door Remove the f
78. r Level Pressure Switch Hose Replacement Use the following procedures to replace install Pump This pressure switch has repl the DI Pure Water laced the domed float switch in older units As the water fills the sump tank tube rises actuating the first contact initial the pressure in the fill If the second Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual contact Overfill is actuated then the washer will stop and display an Overfill Alarm If the first contact isn t actuated in time 3 min for tap 5 min for DI Pure the washer will stop and display a Low Water Alarm See the Troubleshooting section for further details Completely drain and disconnect electrical power to the unit before proceeding with any of these instructions Replacing the Pressure Switch 1 Pull the unit out of its installation space 2 If the unit is freestanding unit or has the cosmetic back panel remove the back panel Su Pull the black insulation jacket up and secure it 4 Locate the Pressure switch Bs Remove the pressure switch from the back of the tank note the Switch is held in place by a self clamping tab its back side Remove the wiring connectors from the switch Loosen unclamp and remove the Pressure Switch Hose Connect the pressure switch hose to the new Pressure Switch 0 O Reconnect the connections as shown on the wiring diagram 5 y
79. remove the screws that hold the door s outer cosmetic panel in place 2 To remove the panel pull down slightly as you pull away from the door to dislodge it 35 Locate the Detergent Cup 4 Disconnect the Cup s wires from the Door Wiring Harness Du Remove the six mounting screws in the Detergent Cup Mounting Brackets holding the Cup to the door Figure 24 Left Detergent Cup The black cable to the left of the Detergent Cup is the Door Wiring Harness The Blue Circles indicate the six screws that mount the Detergent Cup to the Door s Interior Panel The Green Brackets highlight the Detergent Cup s Mounting Brackets that seal the Cup s gasket 6 Pull the Detergent Cup from the door 7 Fit the new Detergent Cup into the door NOTE the Detergent Cup has a built in gasket 8 Place the Mounting Brackets in position and secure them with the mounting screws 9 Connect the Detergent Cup s wires to the Door Wiring Harness 10 Test the Detergent Cup in Diagnostics Replacing the Sump Screen The Sump Screen that covers the sump is designed to keep medium to large particulates glass shards beads boiling rocks etc from getting into the Wash and Drain Pumps These particulates have the potential to chew up and destroy the pumps necessary for operation of the glassware washer If this screen is bent has visible damage or rust replace immediately IMPORTANT The sump screen
80. res Sensor defective Sensor dirty Washing action cause Bubbles Poor Connection between Sensor and PC Board Drain Valve inoperable Drain Pump inoperable Drain hose not routed properly Replace sensor Clean sensor None Check Connectors between Temp Sensor and Sensor Wiring Harness Inspect integrity of Sensor Wiring Harness Check Connectors between Sensor Wiring Harness and Relay PC Board Check Connectors between Relay PC Board and Ribbon Cable Inspect integrity of the Ribbon Cable Check Connectors between Ribbon Cable and PC Board Listen for click when washer should drain Check for mechanical restriction of actuator arm on top of valve Check for electrical power to valve Check for damage to valve coil Check if pump fan turns when washer should drain Check for mechanical restriction of fan Check for electrical power to pump Hose from drain pump must slope upward and have no low spots or horizontal runs under washer tank Make sure hose is attached to the back of the washer and has a high loop Hose must be attached to building plumbing pipe inch ID or larger 23 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Water High Alarm Temp Sensor Alarm 24 Pump lost its prime Building plumbing defective Filter screen clogged Defective fill level Switch Defective controller Holes in filter Screen too small De
81. rts needed for any Service and maintenance If there is ever any question about parts and part numbers contact Labconco Product Services at 1 800 821 5525 at labconco labconco com NEW STYLE FLASKSCRUBBER amp STEAMSCRUBBER 9 07 to Present Models 44200 20 to 44204 31 44000 20 to 44004 31 45917 00 Toe Plate Panel 45978 00 Toe Kick 45128 00 Door Spring 2 45059 00 Tank Insulation Blanket 45992 00 Door Cable 2 44911 00 Door Spring Hook 2 44291 00 Door Spring Pin 2 19719 00 Door Hook 2 18798 01 Leveler Leg 4 14888 00 Drain Hose Clamp 14487 00 DI Inlet Hose Coupling and Sleeve 14107 00 Tap Water Inlet Brass Connector 45819 00 Drain Hose Tank Assembly 45913 00 Temperature Probe 16457 04 Temp Probe O Ring 45899 00 Pressure Switch 46002 00 Level Switch Hose 46003 00 Bushing Switch Hose 45849 00 Sump Screen 45848 00 Sump Blower Inlet FS 45847 04 Upper Basket Bracket Assy SS 45845 00 Slide Assy 45841 00 Heater 115 Volt 45841 01 Heater 230 Volt 45834 00 Heater Clamp 45833 00 Heater Mounting Base 45181 01 Door Clip LH 45181 00 Door Clip RH 45832 00 Vacuum Break 45820 00 Sump 45831 00 Sump Coupler 45830 00 Supply Tube Assy 45829 00 Blower Hose Bushing FS 45822 00 Blower Valve Seat FS 72 or www labconco com 45821 00 Blower Valve Body FS 45817 00 Valve Support Bracket 45297 01 Tank Thermostat 200 Deg 45186 00 Seal Clip Bottom 45151 00 Seal Clip 45064 0
82. s this ducting to the blower pointed out by the Green Arrow On opposite side of the blower not pictured is the Blower s mounting bracket The mounting bracket is secured to the base weldment by four screws two of which are designated by the Light Blue Arrow Loosen collar Remove of the Pull th at the Connect Seat th removed Fit the blower Test th the clamp and remove the flex duct from the blowers exhaust the four nuts holding the blower s mounting bracket to the base unit e blower out of the side of the unit and disconnect the wiring harness the new blower s wiring to the harness e new blower on the mounting screws and secure with the nuts from the old blower flexible ducting sleeve over th and tighten down the clamp blower in diagnostics xhaust collar of the new Replacing the blower on Labconco FlaskScrubber Vantage The blower is mounted to the base of the unit and is clamped to flexible ducting that transfers the air to the manifolds The blower is fed air through the HEPA filter found in the side cabinet 1 Pull th back an Remove kick t secure Locate Through ducting Loosen collar e unit away from walls cabinets so that you have access to the d front of the washer the back cosmetic panel or service access panel and the front oe and relay panels pull up the black insulation jacket and it the Blower mounted to the floor of the base weldment
83. s for blockages 6 Replace the valve if it will not open or if it has no resistance across the two terminals 7 repeat diagnostic check Pressure Switch Adjustment The pressure switch is located on the back of the washer beneath the insulation jacket There are four red screw sockets located on this switch two above the row of electrical nodes and two below The top socket on the bottom pair controls the level of fill Fig 2B 1 Carefully remove the insulation jacket from the back of the machine 2 Locate the pressure switch 3 Using a Phillip s screwdriver adjust the fill control red socket by giving it a to turn to the left counter clock wise to lower the water and right clock wise to raise the level NOTE If you adjust either of the contacts also adjust the other screw the same amount of turns to keep the proper distance between them 4 Repeat Diagnostic check and advance accordingly 5 Adjust Replace Pressure switch as necessary Figure 2 Fill Pressure Switch The pressure switch has replaced the traditional float switch A Red Arrow Adjustment slot for the overflow overfill contact Turning it clockwise raises the level at which it switches off counter clockwise lowers it B Blue Arrow Adjustment slot for the initial fill Turning it for changes is the same as above Overfill Alarm This displays if the pressure switch s initial fill contact does not trigger
84. sary Defective high Check resistance of safety cut out temperature cut out Switch If open circuit at room switch temperature replace switch Alarms Throughout a wash cycle there are several abnormal events that could occur The washer is programmed to monitor these occurrences and provide an alarm to alert the operator Information is shown on the display to identify the alarm Situation The following messages may be displayed Certain alarm situations are signaled with an audible sound which self cancels after 1 minute HOT GLASS This displays at the end of a cycle if the temperature inside the washer is over 122 F 50 C The alarm cancels when the temperatur cools PLEASE WAIT This displays if the door is opened and then closed during a wash or rinse segment of a cycle The display will also show the time remaining until the operation of the washer will resume where it was interrupted LOW WATER This displays if a water fill is inadequate The washer will cancel the cycle and drain water that is in the washer The alarm is canceled by opening the door WATER HIGH OVERFILL This displays if the washer overfills with water Water fill valves will be closed and the washer will cancel the cycle and drain water that is in the washer The alarm is canceled by opening the door OVERFLOW This displays if water is detected in the base of the washer Water fill valves will be closed and the w
85. se instructions Replacing the Tap Water Valve The Hot Tap Valve is regulated by the PC Board and allows the Lab water pressure to fill the tank when set to fill via tap The Tap water valve when fed with proper pressure should allow the tank to fill to the appropriate level within three 3 minutes Removing the Tap Valve 1 OY O1 S 24 35 4 Pull the unit out of its installation space Locate the Hot Water Tap Valve Close the customers Supply Water valve Remov ither the back cosmetic panel or the back servicer access panel and right cosmetic panel service access panel Remove the Inlet water supply tube from the valve Loosen the clamp on the hose that goes from the valve to the Tank Inlet Port Remove the hos Remove th lectrical connector from the pins on the valve go through the left side panel Remove the screws nuts holding the valve to the flange of the base weldment a The two screws holding the valve to the base weldment ar countered by nuts on the inner side of the valve These will need to be held secure while removing the screws The valve should now be free Installing the Tap Valve 1 WN Remove the Tap Valve as described above Line up the valve with the drilled holes for the screws Mount the screws with the nuts Reconnect the connector to the valves pins Place the hose on the Valve connector and tighten the clamp Reco
86. sher will experience a Low Water Alarm during DI Rinse cycles Completely drain and disconnect electrical power to the unit before proceeding with any of these instructions Ta 2 Locate the DI Pure 35 4 5a new pump 6 7 When the Hoses ar Remove the Left Panel or Left Service Access Water Pump Figure 18 Left DI Pure Water Pump The Pure water pump is located in the Front Left of the machines base The Yellow Circles indicate the four nuts that mount the DI Pump to the base of the unit The Blue and the Green Circles highlight the DI Pump s inlet and outlet hose fittings and clamps respectively The pump s inlet hose leaves the inlet solenoid and loops over the pump The pump s outlet hose leaves the pump and goes to the tank s Water Inlet Port The location of this port depends on the age of the unit it is either on the back or the right side of the unit The Magenta Circle points out the electrical connections where the DI Water Pump s wiring hooks into the units Base Wiring Harness Panel Remove the four nuts holding the pump to the Base Weldment SCrews secured to the pump place 8 Tighten down the four lock nuts 9 Test the pump in diagnostics Loosen the clamps on the pump inlet and outlet hoses Remove the hoses and place them in their appropriate fittings onto the Tighten the clamps on the pump inlet and outlet it over the four mounting Wate
87. t right corner of the machine The best way to access this pump is by removing the relay board electrical panel and the right side service access panel T Remove 2 Locate Loosen Pump 4 Loosen Bs Remove 65 Remove access paneling the Drain Pump and remove the clamp on the Drain Pump Inlet Hose at the Drain and remove the hose clamp on the Drain Tube the nuts that secure the Drain Pump to the base weldment the Drain Pump 55 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Ta Seat the new drain valve over the studs in the base weldment 8 Tighten down the nuts that secure the Drain Pump to the base weldment 9 Place the pump side of the Drain Pump Inlet Tube on the Drain Pump and tighten the clamp 10 Using a compressed air source eliminate the water from the drain tube or remove it from the drain plumbing and drain it out all the way before connecting it to the new pump 11 Place the drain tube over the connection at the Drain Pump and tighten the clamp 12 Make sure the Drain Hose is routed properly through the machine Replacing the Drain Hose 1 Loosen and remove the hose clamp on the Drain Tube 2 Cut the zip ties holding the drain hose onto the Wash Pump boss and those on the back of the tank holding the loop in position 3 Place the drain tube over the connection at the Drain Pump and tighten the clamp 4 Replace the zip ties removed in the same locations 5 Make sure t
88. t limits the height of the glassware that can be washed If very tall glassware or long pipets are to be washed remove the Upper Rack 1 Slide the upper rack all the way out of the washer 2 Grasp each side of the rack placing a thumb on the release buttons of the rack clips 3 Press each release button and lift the rack straight upward Adjusting the Height of the Upper Rack 1 Remove the upper rack as described above 2 Remove the 2 nuts that retain the rack mounting plate to the slide 3 Reposition the rack mounting plate to the slide using the other set of holes Replace 2 nuts 4 Repeat the procedure on the opposite slide RACK MOUNTING PLATE _ UPPER HOLE LOCATION Making Adjustments to the Spindle Rack Modification of the Spindle Rack can be done through optional accessories that will customize the washer for each customer These accessories include two Pipet Inserts an upper spindle rack and varying size spindles Installing Optional Inserts into the Spindle Rack A multi Pin insert is available that be placed directly on the spindle racks It can hold beakers or wide mouth glassware insert can be positioned either on the left side or right side To install an insert 1 Remove all glassware spring retainers and glassware holders 2 Lower the insert down over the spindles if necessary spindles may be removed using the tool supplied with
89. tank The FlaskScrubber Vantage sets itself apart from the rest as Labconco s sophisticated Laboratory Glassware Washer It has the same basic setup as the FlaskScrubber and is available only as a high heat 230V version It also has a built in side cabinet that houses HEPA filtered forced air drying Liquid Detergent and Acid Neutralizing Rinse Pump systems A peristaltic pump automatically draws a programmed amount of LabSolutions Liquid Detergent or LabSolutions Neutralizing Acid Rinse for automatic dispensing during wash cycles and shelf for holding the two bottles of detergent and rinse aid This document serves to provide service technicians and users with supplementary instructions for the care of their washer Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Labconco Service Support Labconco prides itself on the personal touch it gives to supporting our products The customer and the product are supported by several departments At anytime any of these departments can be contacted to provide additional support For inquiries regarding the application of each washer and accessories contact the Marketing Department s Product Specialist Manager For assistance in selecting and ordering the washer and accessories that is right for you contact the Sales Support Representative for your geographical region which can be found by calling Labconco or visiting our website For help with electro mechanical
90. tant to know where the major systems and their parts are the field you will not have the luxury of seeing where everything is unimpeded The pictures below Serve as a roadmap to systems in the base of the unit FlaskScrubber amp SteamScrubber The pictures are shown in the same orientation the front of the machines are at the bottom of the photos Inlet Solenoid Valves DI Pure Water Pump Wash Pump Motor Drain Pump amp Solenoid Drying Blower Overflow Sensor Blue Pink Yellow Red Light Green Dark Green Top rear Left Bottom front Left Top rear Right Bottom front Right amp Center Left Center Top rear Center FlaskScrubber same parts Elbow 0 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Electrically controlled to allow water to fill the tank of the machine Integrated pump to allow the use of a non pressurized Pure water source The pump has been moved away from the sump in order to minimize the occurrences of motors being damaged by leaks When the machine sets to drain the Solenoid will pop open three seconds later the drain pump will kick on and the water will leave the tank The blowers are different between the FlaskScrubberG and SteamScrubber These blowers circulate air through the tank to dry labware after it has been
91. terference with the pump fan or the valve actuator lever Make sure there are no wires interfering with the valve operation 13 If there is no interference check the voltage to the terminals while under load in Diagnostics 14 If there is voltage replace the part if no voltage check the wiring connections at both ends If you replace the pump or valve make sure the drain hose doesn t have water in it or the pump will not prime when you restart it That includes low points in the hose between the tank and the drain plumbing connection If both the valve and pump come on verify water is coming out of the drain hose Hose Routing If water is not flowing out of the hose verify that there are no low spots in the drain hose between the pump and the high loop at the back of the washer Also make sure there are no kinks in the hose fig 10 The drain hose must come from the drain pump up over the wash pump to the back of the unit Figure 9 Above Left Drain Hose line at pump connection G Drain Hose fitting on Drain Pump H Drain Hose leaving the pump and going over the Wash Pump Line This configuration is necessary for the Drain Pump to prime Above Right Drain Pump viewed from the right side of the washer Drain Pump Fan If this fan is impeded the pump will not drain J Drain Pump electrical connections 35 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Figure 10 Below Drain Hose Routing
92. the Spindle Rack or a screwdriver in the slot on the top of the spindles sure to replace any removed spindle with a plug supplied 15 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual INSERT SPINDLE Installing Optional Pipet Inserts Two sizes of Pipet Inserts are available The 8 place Pipet Insert accommodates 1 mL to 10 mL pipets Multiple Pipet Inserts may be installed if desired To install an 8 place Pipet Insert Below Left 1 Insert the tool supplied with the Spindle Rack or a screwdriver into the top of a spindle and turn counterclockwise to remove the spindle 2 In the position previously occupied by the spindle thread into place the short spindle you received with the Pipet Insert 3 Push the Pipet Insert over the short spindle 4 If spindles other than the one used for the short spindle are removed the holes must be plugged with plastic plugs supplied with spindle rack 16 PLACE PIPET INSERT PIPETHOLDER SHORT SPINDLE THUMB SCREW PIPET INSERT SHORT SPINDLE ALTERNATE LOCATION The 16 place Pipet Insert accommodates 1 ml to 50 ml pipets Two of these inserts may be installed if desired 16 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual To install a 16 place Pipet Insert Above Right 1 Use the tool supplied with the Spindle Rack or a screwdriver to remove the six spindles on either the front or rear of the spindle rack Remove oth
93. ther the 4 or the gt button to get to yes and drain out the remaining water 3 Scroll back up by using the A button to tap fill and again use either 4 or the gt button to get to yes and time how long it takes for the water to fill and shut off the fill timer is not engaged in diagnostics 4 Let the machine fill until it stops on its own When it has finished filling open the tank to check the water level It should contact the lower half of the Sump Heater Element Fig 26 Water should not completely cover the heater 5 The following indicates your next step o If it filled appropriately but took longer than 3 minutes check the supply water pressure and the inlet valve for obstructions SEE Clogged Fill Valve o If the fill stopped prior to 3 minute mark but filled above the heating element then the pressure switch needs adjustment SEE Pressure Switch Adjustment Clogged Fill Valve Both the hot tap and DI water inlet valves are located on the washer assembly base in the back left of the unit 1 Turn off supplied water source valves 28 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual 2 Disconnect feed tube from valves and inlets NOTE depending on when the alarm went off it could be either the hot tap water valve or the DI 3 Inspect fill valve for blockages or sticking solenoid valve plunger 4 Test electrical functionality of valve 5 inspect hose
94. to make sure they are installed on top of each other and that they have plastic washers spaced between them and that the insulation between the rings and the studs is still in place If corrections are needed at this point contact Labconco Product Service for support Once these changes are made restart the washer to see if the Alarm has been corrected Once the system is verified to be free of leaks and the base dried out turn the unit on and verify that the alarm has been cleared and that the unit is ready for service LIQ DETER amp RINSE AID ALARMS The PC Boards of the new washers are programmed to dispense and measure the amount of liquid left in the detergent container These are standard functions of the FlaskScrubber Vantage and can be activated on the FlaskScrubber and SteamScrubber when the Automatic Detergent Dispenser Pump is purchased and installed as an accessory When the liquid levels in these bottles are low the washer will display the LIQ DETER and or RINSE AID ALARMS These alarms will also show up if the PC Board is programmed with these options as YES when they are not present in the unit s set up Follow the proper procedures below to clear these alarms For FlaskScrubber Vantages and FlaskScrubber and SteamScrubber with the Accessory Pump 1 Open the latch to turn off the machine 2 Locate the container that is low i
95. ve Fig 7 If you do not hear this click do the following and then go to Step 11 13 of Valve amp Pump Diagnostic below for further testing and replacement instructions 3 Turn off and On the Drain test and watch the actuation lever on the valve Valve amp Pump Diagnostic 1 Go to the Diagnostic Menu as described in Section I of this manual 2 In diagnostics fill with tap until water turns off 3 Open the door check water level It should be touching the heater 4 Go back to diagnostics and push drain verify drain is working 5 Turn off and back on several times until drain is complete Verify water is coming out the drain hose every time 6 If it fails on any of the start ups check valve and pump operation then skip to 11 7 If it does not fail run the cycle that did not work 34 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual 8 After wash 1 fill open door and verify water level Shut door and resume cycle 9 At wash 1 drain washl 4 minutes verify valve is opening you will hear a click and the lever on top of valve will move fig 7A Look in the left side 10 After 3 seconds verify drain pump comes on You can see the motor fan fig 8F amp 9I turning located under the electrical box lower right Side mounted to base 11 Time the Drain The tank and sump should be completely drained and the pump should cavitate in under 2 minutes 12 If this does not operate properly check for in
96. ve body Cleaning the Sump Filter Screen If debris has accumulated on the filter screen located in the washer sump you can remove and clean the screen To clean the sump filter Screen refer to the figure and instructions below To clean the sump filter screen 1 Open the washer door and remove the bottom rack 2 Remove the screw that retains the filter screen 3 Carefully lift the screen and pull forward using care not to drop debris into the sump Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual D SCREW FILTER SCREEN Debris that falls into the sump can damage and or destroy the wash and drain pumps To Replace the Filter Screen If the filter screen is damaged or too dirty to clean and needs to be replaced follow the instructions above to remove the original filter screen and keep the hardware Once removed position the new screen and insert the holding screw in place Make sure that the 1 8 drilled hole is located below the water distribution channel Maintaining the Air Gap in the Drain If the installation included an air gap recommended it requires periodic cleaning The air gap is not part of the washer therefore it is not covered by the washer s warranty The air gap protects the washer against water backing up in the event of a clogged drain Check the air gap for build up any time your washer is not draining well Most types of air gaps are easy to clean
97. ve grommet Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Check Connectors between Ribbon Cable and PC Board Temp Sensor Bad Replace Make sure water is turned on Tap water pressure must be at least 20 psi 138 kPa and flow must be at least 1 25 gallons 4 7 liters minute DI water supply must have flow of at least 0 9 gallons 3 4 liter minute At least 3 4 gallons 13 liters must be available for each DI rinse Clean screens inside the inlet fittings of the water valves Check voltage to valves Replace valve if it does not operate Check for kinks in water hoses in base of washer to water inlet fitting on side of tank Check voltage at pump Listen for pump operation Replace if necessary Check for splits Check for loose clamps Recalibrate switch Contact Labconco Product Service Replace switch Check output from PCB to both valves and DI pump Replace PCB Contact Labconco Product Service Contact Labconco Product Service Replace grommet 25 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Low Temp Alarm Heater inoperative Check electrical connections Check voltage to heater Check resistance of heater If open circuit replace heater Defective controller Check output from PCB to heater Replace PCB Contact Labconco Product Service Defective Check electrical connections temperature prob Contact Labconco Product Service Replace if neces
98. washed This sensor is a set of contacts that when wet have continuity Signaling the washer that there is water in the base weldment pan SteamScrubber These illustrations are to be compared with the photos on the previous page and are in the same orientation with the colored circles representing the The Purple Circle in the middle represents the Pump Outlet Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Removing the Toe Kick Panels amp Service Panels Under Counter Models For many cleaning maintenance and repair jobs associated with the FlaskScrubber and or SteamScrubber the toe amp kick panels will need to be removed This will help gain access to parts inside the base of the washer and is necessary for initial install of the machine Remove the Toe Kick Panel 1 Remove the two screws located at the bottom of the panel ie SCREWS MIDDLE PANEL SCREWS IN LOWER PANEL 2 Remove 2 screws on each side of the middle panel Pull the middle panel forward and remove it 4 Remove the cover over th lectrical junction box by removing the two Screws disconnecting the wiring connections for the door fan and sliding the panel out to the left side Avoid damaging the Ribbon cable and Door Harness Removing the Back and Side Service Panels Locate each of these panels beneath the insulation jacket of the Under Counter Models There are four bolts
99. y the Yellow Arrows During shipping it is possible that the hose may slack and sump This can be corrected by pulling the sump and adding extra ties Replacing the Door Fan The small fan located behind the Kick middle panel is situated so that it blow steam out away from the unit and up the outer door panel 50 as to keep condensation from forming in the door of the unit Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual To remove the Door Fan Disconnect turn off power to the unit Remov the to Remove Locate Remove the door fan on the four screws Pull the fan away from and kick panels the Relay Board Cover Panel the Relay Board Cover Panel in each corner of the fan housing the panel from the back Figure 32 Left Door Fan on Panel The Cooling Door fan is set up to keep condensation from forming inside the door and allowing steam from damaging the PC Board The Blue Arrows show the four screws that need to be removed in order to replace a faulty Door Fan 57 Labconco Glassware Washer Service Technical Manual Ta Position the new door fan at the holes making sure the air flow is correct out and then insert the holding screws B Connect the wires from the door fan to the Wiring Harness 9 Reconnect turn power to the unit 10 Using Diagnostics check the function of the Door cooling fan Gasket Replacement Door Removal Before the two gas

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