B&C IC-20 Series, Installation And Operation Manual

Page 1: ...Ironer IC 20 Series Installation and Operation Manual August 1 2020 Revision 1 1 ...

Page 2: ...Information 3 2 5 Installation and Operational Safety Instructions 5 3 Installation 7 3 1 Installation Note 7 3 2 Receiving Inspection 7 3 3 Electrical Installation 8 3 4 Gas Connection 8 3 4 1 Gas Supply Line 8 3 4 2 Gas Supply Connection Requirements 9 3 5 Steam Connections 10 3 6 Exhaust Requirements 11 3 7 Fresh Air Requirements 12 3 8 Handling and Unpacking 13 3 8 1 Shipping Brackets 13 3 9 R...

Page 3: ...24 6 3 2 Shut Down Procedure 24 6 4 Ironing Speed Control 25 6 5 Heating 25 6 5 1 Electrical Heating Models 25 6 5 2 Gas Heating 26 6 5 3 Progamming the Working Temperature 26 6 6 Alarm Messages 27 6 6 1 AL1 Insufficient Airflow 27 6 6 2 AL4 Fan Thermal Relay 27 6 6 3 AL5 Inverter Fault 28 6 6 4 AL6 Flame Failure 28 6 6 5 AL7 Overheat Temperature Probe Fault 29 6 7 Programming Parameters 29 6 7 1 ...

Page 4: ...nce Intervals 35 7 3 Service Parts 39 7 3 1 Service 39 7 3 2 Parts 39 8 Maintenance Instructions 40 8 1 Replacing Infeed Belts 40 8 2 Replacing Ironing Belts 41 8 3 Replacing the Support Rollers 41 8 4 Replacing the Side Rollers 42 9 Basic Troubleshooting 44 9 1 Power Failure During Operation 44 9 2 Other Faults 44 9 3 Lengthy Out of Service Period 45 10 Decommisioning 46 A Gas Conversion Techniqu...

Page 5: ...y appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Clear the room building or area of all occupants Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier Co...

Page 6: ...logies Technical Service Department at 850 249 2222 Only trained and experienced personnel should attempt maintenance or repair work on this equip ment Follow all safety procedures including lock out tag out procedures carefully Ensure that any loose fitting clothing or jewelry is tucked in or not worn to avoid being pulled into the ma chine Remember the machine has no brain you must use your own ...

Page 7: ...plate Location When contacting B C Technologies about your equipment please make note of the model and serial number located on the nameplate on the rear of the machine 2 3 Key Symbols Anyone operating or servicing this machine must follow the safety rules in this manual Partic ular attention must be paid to the DANGER WARNING and CAUTION blocks which appear throughout the manual and shown in figu...

Page 8: ...Figure 2 1 Key Symbols Figure 2 2 Key Symbols 4 ...

Page 9: ...ne while it is running Never reach over under around or behind any safety device or into any area near moving parts or hot surfaces without shutting off power and allowing the machine to adequately cool 7 Read understand and follow all safety instructions Do not come close to moving parts and hot surfaces Do not wear loose clothing jewelry neckties or any other garment that could become caught in ...

Page 10: ... to cool before per forming service 16 This machine must be installed according to the installation instructions All exhaust elec trical connections and gas or steam connections must comply with state and local codes and must be made by a licensed installer where required 6 ...

Page 11: ...e signing the shipping receipt or advise the carrier of the damage as soon as it is noted If damage is discovered a written claim must be filed with the carrier as soon as possible Note Warranty is void if the equipment is not installed according to instructions The installation must comply with the minimum requirements listed in this manual All national state and local codes must be followed incl...

Page 12: ...odes and in the USA in accordance with the National Electric Code article 250 96 The ground connection must be to a proven earth ground not to conduit or water pipes Do not connect the ground to the neutral N leg at the terminal strip if so equipped If a DELTA supply system is used the high leg should be connected to L3 since control voltage is derived from L1 and L2 Note Ensure that all power con...

Page 13: ...ods of connection Option 1 Flexible stainless steel gas connector If local codes permit use a new flexible stainless steel connector design certified by the American Gas Association or CSA International to connect between the ironer and the gas supply line Use an elbow and a 1 flare x 1 NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the gas inlet of the machine as needed to prev...

Page 14: ...n on the gas valve disconnect gas service 2 Restore gas service and determine the pressure while the burner is ignited The pressure must match the indicated manifold pressure on the serial sticker Gas Conversion Notice Do not connect a machine configured for Natural Gas to LP Gas service or vice versa without a qualified service technician doing a proper conversion After the reconfigura tion is co...

Page 15: ...t noting the steam flow direction If the steam is gravity returned to the boiler install a vacuum breaker and check valve in the return line near the machine Note that all return plumbing must be below the return inlet To prevent eventual water hammer route all return lines below steam outlets 3 6 Exhaust Requirements For best results install the machine near an outside wall in order to keep the e...

Page 16: ...l seams and joints The maximum allowable back pressure is 0 3 inches water column Don t guess measure Note Check for proper exhaust fan rotation direction before placing the equipment into ser vice If the rotation is incorrect remove power from the machine and exchange any two incom ing power leads 3 phase machines only Note Avoid locating the exhaust next to the fresh air supply intake Note Avoid...

Page 17: ...ide for adequate lifting and handling devices in order to proceed safely The ironer must be handled using a lift truck of sufficient capacity and the truck forks must be opened as much as possible to avoid toppling the ironer The ironer must be lifted at its center center of gravity on the axis Do not drop or turn the ironer over e g when unloading Note lifting with slings or straps is not recomme...

Page 18: ...o allow for servicing and maintenance 3 Sufficient space must be provided at the front of the ironer to allow the operator to work correctly and safely Leveling should be carried out on a hard and stable floor that can support the significant weight of the ironer 400 to 500kg on 1 6 to 2 m2 or 880 1100 lbs on 18 22 ft2 The installation of this ironer requires a floor that can support a minimum of ...

Page 19: ...3 75 100 125 Gas Heat Input BTU 136 500 187 600 235 500 Inlet NPT 1 1 1 Roll Motor kW HP 3 8 1 2 3 8 1 2 3 8 1 2 Fan Motor kW HP 1 4 x 2 1 3 x 2 1 4 x 2 1 3 x 2 1 4 x 2 1 3 x 2 120VAC 50 60Hz 1PH Amps Breaker 8 15 8 15 8 15 208 240VAC 50 60Hz 1PH Amps Breaker 4 15 4 15 4 15 208 240VAC 50 60Hz 3PH Amps Breaker 2 15 2 15 2 15 380 480VAC 50 60Hz 3PH Amps Breaker 2 15 2 15 2 15 Steam Steam consumption...

Page 20: ...WG 380 460V 10 7 16 5 25 2 208 230V 25 3 35 2 35 2 Electrical Requirements Gas Heating Model IC 2079 IC 20102 IC 20130 Motor Power kW HP 0 875 1 17 0 875 1 17 0 875 1 17 Max kVA 1 1 1 Breaker Size 380 460V 15 15 15 208 230V 10 15 15 120V 15 15 15 Cable Size mm2 AWG 380 460V 2 5 14 2 5 14 2 5 14 208 230V 2 5 14 2 5 14 2 5 14 120V 2 5 14 2 5 14 2 5 14 Table 3 3 IC 20 Make up Air Requirements Model M...

Page 21: ... tested and inspected before leaving the factory However a pre operational test should be performed before the ironer is placed into service It is possible that adjustments have changed in transit or due to marginal location installation conditions 4 1 Heat Circuit Operation Test 1 Gas Models a When the ironer is first started during initial start up the burner has a tendency not to ignite on the ...

Page 22: ...after the machine is placed in operation Make a complete operational check of ALL safety related circuits i e finger safety switch and emergency stop button IMPORTANT The ironing cylinder is treated with a protective coating Iron old materials prior to beginning production 4 2 Initial Startup Prior to initial startup check Ensure that the machine is stable and level Check that all utility connecti...

Page 23: ...to the control panel and placed inside a plated probe on the ironing cylinder ensures that the temperature of the cylinder remains below the overheating limits of the belts heating is automatically disabled if the temperature reaches a maximum of 180 C or 356 F A safety thermostat 190 C or 375 F also placed inside a plated probe on the ironing cylinder turns off the heating if the main temperature...

Page 24: ...emperature settings according to the moisture level and type of laundry to be ironed Steam heated units Do not quickly open the manual steam cutoff valve as this can cause damage to the rotary steam union Introduce steam slowly to the machine over the course of 5 10 minutes when starting the machine For best finish results The pH of the goods to be ironed must be between 5 5 and 6 5 Do not use fab...

Page 25: ...ostat of 190 C or 375 F is located inside the machine When starting it is essential to wait for the machine roller to reach a temperature close to the temperature required the heating light will remain on until the temperature has been reached When ironing small pieces of laundry it is essential to use the entire working width of the ironer Do not work in lanes or only in a single section of the m...

Page 26: ...ly important never stop the ironer if the temperature is higher than 80 C or 175 F as the ironing belts will be damaged Never leave moist goods in the machine This can cause the ironing cylinder to corrode 22 ...

Page 27: ...l 6 1 Introduction The Easy Control is a basic microprocessor that controls all aspects of the ironing operation Refer to Figure 6 1 for details on the user interface 6 2 User Interface Figure 6 1 IC Series Easy Control 23 ...

Page 28: ...Down Procedure To stop the machine press the STOP button The shutdown procedure depends on the temperature detected by the control If the temperature is less than or equal to TA the automatic shutdown temperature 80 C by default the ironer will power down If the temperature is greater than TA only the heating is turned off When the temperature drops below TA the ironer will stop completely During ...

Page 29: ...e selected speed is 0 the roller will rotate at speed 0 speed set by the optional SMART SYSTEM regardless of the temperature 6 5 Heating 6 5 1 Electrical Heating Models Depending on the model of machine the electric resistor heating operates by modifying the cur rent of one or two groups of resistors controlled by the heating relay switches The choice of 1 or 2 resistors is made by setting a param...

Page 30: ...ting the decimal point on the temperature display is permanently lit When a single group is operating the decimal point flashes 6 5 2 Gas Heating For gas heated models the machine is equipped with an electronic device that controls the ignition and functioning of the burner The microprocessor turns on the gas burner when the ironing cylinder temperature is lower than the preset temperature Call fo...

Page 31: ...her details Electrcially heated ironers modulate the heating contactor when approaching the working tem perature set point It is normal to hear the heating relay switch engaging repeatedly during this period 6 6 Alarm Messages 6 6 1 AL1 Insufficient Airflow The alarm is only used when the machine is configured for gas heating If the pressure switch on the exhaust opens for 2 seconds the buzzer is ...

Page 32: ...ivated by restarting the machine or removing main power waiting 1 minute and turing main power on again This fault may be due to roller motor overload caused by machine jamming or a blockage in the roller motor 6 6 4 AL6 Flame Failure The alarm is only used when the machine is configured for gas heating When the heater is ignited or is in process of igniting and if the activated gas device does no...

Page 33: ...cted or if it detects a temperature above 210 C 410 F continuously for 2 seconds the buzzer is activated for 1 minute and AL7 appears on the display The machine will still operate and the alarm can be cancelled by switching off the machine 6 7 Programming Parameters Some parameters which normally need not be modified by the user can be programmed by a special procedure 1 Temperature measurement un...

Page 34: ...d proceed to the next parameter When pressing SET after setting the last parameter the first parameter is shown again To exit the parameter setting mode press STOP or switch the machine off and on The setting of the last parameter is only stored if you have confirmed it by pressing SET before leaving the parameter setting mode 6 7 1 Temperature Measurement Unit The actual setting is shown on the T...

Page 35: ... Precision 1 C 6 7 3 Operating Temperature This setting establishes the operating temperature TF Refer to Section 6 4 on page 25 The current value is shown on the TEMP display while r is shown on the VIT display Default value 130 Parameter range 1 180 C 34 356 F Precision 1 C 6 7 4 Temperature Regulation This setting defines the temperature setpoint regulation range The current value is shown on t...

Page 36: ...temperature of the machine TA Refer to Section 5 1 on page 20 The current value is shown on the TEMP display while 0 is shown on the VIT display Default value 80 Parameter range 1 180 C 34 356 F Precision 1 C 6 7 6 Heating Type This setting establishes whether the heating is electrical steam or gas The current value is shown on the TEMP display while C is shown on the VIT display Default value EL ...

Page 37: ... heating resistor groups installed on the drying and ironing machine The current value is shown on the TEMP display while n is shown on the VIT display Default value 2 Available values 1 2 NOTE This parameter is only shown when the electrical heating method is selected 33 ...

Page 38: ... the following procedures must be followed 1 No parts are to be returned to B C Technologies without prior authorization Return Mate rial Authorization from the factory NOTE An RMA Return Material Authorization is valid for 60 days from date of issue a The RMA issued by the factory as well as any other correspondence pertaining to the returned part s must be included inside the package with the fa...

Page 39: ...stem The frequency of cleaning can best be determined from experience at each location Maximum operating efficiency is dependent upon proper air circulation The accumulation of lint can restrict this air flow If the guidelines in this section are met your ironer will provide many years of efficient trouble free and most importantly safe operation WARNING LINT FROM MOST FABRICS IS HIGHLY COMBUSTIBL...

Page 40: ...h 5mm socket head screws Check the condi tion of the guide tape braid between the pressing roller and the tape braid guides If a guide tape braid is missing replace it immediately with a material of the same type special high tem perature polyester WARNING TO AVOID THE HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DISCONNECT ELECTRI CAL SUPPLY QUARTERLY Cleaning Check that the thermostat probe is clean by rotating i...

Page 41: ...oller without slipping To loosen the belts undo the screws at both ends of the introduction tray and slide the tray Check the tension of the ironing belts Particularly during the first few weeks of operation the belts have a tendency to lengthen slightly In order to tighten the belts again the two ten sioners at each end of the machine need to be used Remove the side panels and then adjust the ten...

Page 42: ...NG DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR CHECK CUSTOMER FURNISHED BACK DRAFT DAMPERS IN EXHAUST DUCT WORK INSPECT AND REMOVE ANY LINT ACCUMULATION WHICH CAN CAUSE DAMPER TO BIND OR STICK NOTE A back draft damper that is sticking partially closed can result in poor function and shut down of the heat circuit safety switches or thermostats NOTE When cleaning ironer cabinet s avoi...

Page 43: ...www bandctech com NOTE When contacting B C Technologies be sure to supply the correct model number and serial number so that your inquiry is handled in an expedient manner 7 3 2 Parts Replacement parts should be purchased from the distributor from whom the equipment was pur chased If the distributor cannot be contacted or is unknown contact B C Technologies for a distributor in your area Parts may...

Page 44: ...ted screws Unwind approximately half a turn of adhesive strip Push away the pin while maintaining the axis in place identify the direction in which the axis is mounted Remove the axis by pushing on the left Withdraw the introduction tray Remove the used infeed belts and replace with new belts To reassemble reverse the instructions above Glue the adhesive strip back on using neoprene glue Check the...

Page 45: ...he new belt by moving the axis in between the clips Repeat this operation for the other belts Adjust the tension of the belts if necessary Note always change the full set of belts 8 3 Replacing the Support Rollers Remove the top panel Remove the side panels Lift the roller using an appropriate tool jack engine hoist etc Loosen the blocking screws for the support rollers on the support roller bar 2...

Page 46: ...4 Replacing the Side Rollers Remove the side panels Remove the screw securing the roller in place Remove the spacer from the used roller Place the new roller onto the spacer Put the new roller in place 42 ...

Page 47: ...Figure 8 1 Side view showing belt positions and tensioners 43 ...

Page 48: ...s possible At least two people are required to perform this operation in case of an emergency one or two to feed the laundry while one turns the crank handle Replace the wing nut on the right side panel of the machine after handling as it closes a safety interlock switch which enables the control panel to receive power 9 2 Other Faults If the machine does not start the roller does not rotate or if...

Page 49: ... more than 1 week it is important to coat the roller with a layer of paraffin Proceed as follows Machine heat off roller slightly warm around 105 C or 220 F during the cooling phase Remove the control panel Set the roller to rotate slowly Coat the surface of the roller with the paraffin in successive layers to coat the entire surface of the roller Insert a dry piece of laundry around the roller 45...

Page 50: ...ualified electrician disconnect power to machine at its source 3 Disconnect gas steam supply 4 Disconnect exhaust system 5 Remove the machine from its foundation a Keep all panels in place to provide stability when moving the machine b Place the machine on skid and bolt the frame to the skid This will facilitate the removal of the machine onto a truck 6 Recycle The manufacturer uses the highest qu...

Page 51: ...riate for the type of gas to be used Refer to Table A 1 Adjust the air ring according to the type of gas Refer to Figure A 1 Table A 1 Gas Nozzle Sizing Gas Type Natural Gas LPG Supply Pressure mbar in water 20 8 37 14 Model IC 2079 IC 20102 IC 20130 IC 2079 IC 20102 IC 20130 Nozzle Size mm inches 4 7 3 16 5 5 7 32 6 5 1 4 3 2 1 8 3 7 9 64 4 1 11 64 Air Adjustment d mm inches 18 11 16 18 11 16 18 ...