Somat DH-100, Operation Manual

Page 1: ...1 Operation Manual DH 100 Waste Dehydrator 165 Independence Ct Lancaster Pa 17601 Ph 800 237 6628 ervice somatcompany com ...

Page 2: ...Number Rep Dealer Rep Dealer Phone number Somat Service Dept 800 237 6628 x176 Somat Parts Visit SomatCompany com for an authorized parts distributor To expedite service or parts please have the above information available before you call The serial number of our machine is located inside of the main electrical control panel of your Somat equipment ...

Page 3: ...ct tort strict liability or under any warranty or otherwise shall not exceed the purchase price received by it and shall in no event include any consequential incidental punitive or other special damages No change in this warranty and limitation of liability and substitute therefore whether incorporated in a purchase order or otherwise shall be effective unless specifically set forth in a written ...

Page 4: ...ly lubricate the bearings may result in premature failure and costly downtime FREEZING PREVENTION REQUIRED The DH 100 CAN NOT be exposed to freezing temperatures Failure to protect equipment from freezing will cause failure and costly downtime Failure to prevent freezing will also void factory warranty ...

Page 5: ... Installation 10 Unpacking 11 Electrical Installation 12 Supplying the Som A Trol with Power Suggested NEMA Plugs Quick Guide 13 Start up 14 Warranty Registration form 16 Operation 17 Operating Instructions 18 Maintenance 19 Periodic Maintenance Inspection 20 Greasing Bearings 21 Cleaning Air Filter 22 ...

Page 6: ...CE ADJUSTMENTS OR CLEANING OF THE UNIT BEFORE STARTING BE SURE ALL PERSONNEL ARE CLEAR OF MOVING PARTS KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTIONS OF ALL START STOP BUTTONS AND SAFETY SWITCHES DURING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHECK ALL SAFETY SWITCHES TO BE SURE THEY ARE OPERATING PROPERLY DO NOT REMOVE OR ALTER GUARDS DO NOT REMOVE SAFETY LABELS IF LABELS ARE MISSING OR DESTROYED CONTACT FACTORY FOR REPLACEMENT DO NO...

Page 7: ...is equipment has moveable lids protecting you from moving parts Do not alter safety devices or guards Do not reach into any part of the unit with the power turned on This equipment uses High Voltage Only trained and authorized personnel should perform maintenance on the electrical components of this machine This equipment has moving parts that can crush and cut Do not alter safety devices or guard...

Page 8: ...achine s Keep these items out of the machine s to avoid component failure and unwanted downtime When in doubt keep it out of the machine s Glass Bottles Jars Cans Silverware Metal of any kind China Pans Wood Towels Rags Scrub Pads Always turn the power off before servicing the pulper ...

Page 9: ...ss The system is equipped with water recycling technology that uses the condensate runoff to control the humidity in the processing chamber during the process The system also recycles the heat energy reducing overall energy consumption The dehydration processing time will vary depending on the waste input but will be no longer than 24 hours The one touch control is fully automatic sensing the stat...

Page 10: ...10 Installation ...

Page 11: ...11 UNPACKING The crate containing your SOMAT DH 100 will contain the following items 1 DH 100 2 Condensate Hose 3 10 of 10 4 SO Power Cord 1 3 2 ...

Page 12: ...g or hardware to a disconnect within sight of the unit The plug and receptacle should be NEMA rated for the amp draw listed on the data plate Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock An equipment grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the dehydrator grounding terminal Suggested NEMA Plugs ...

Page 13: ...t kinked damaged or obstructed In any way Condensate is pumped out of the system if line is blocked backups will occur Check Electrics Use the touch screen for all controls All set points are preset at the factory Call Somat if these set points need to be adjusted Check Clearance Make sure unit is placed NO CLOSER than 12 from a wall Proper air circulation is required Clean Air Filter and Gasket A...

Page 14: ...14 Start Up ...

Page 15: ...ian to perform a proper startup These packages contain electrical and mechanical prints as well as the Operator Install manual This information must stay with the equipment Installation Errors If the equipment is not ready for startup due to installation errors or incomplete installation the technician may have to schedule an additional startup visit at the owner s expense Somat equipment carries ...

Page 16: ...te of Start Up Customer Name Address City State Zip Contact Name Contact Number Email Service Company City State Zip Please email to Somat Company Service Department service somatcompany com OR send with startup paperwork Serial Model ...

Page 17: ...17 Operation ...

Page 18: ...information is displayed on this and the more information screen and is not necessary for daily operation Information on these screens maybe helpful for trouble shooting in the event of a failure 6 When the unit has completed the batch it will automatically enter a 60 minute cooling mode The timer on the touch screen will begin to count down the time left for the cooling cycle 7 When the cooling c...

Page 19: ...19 MAINTENANCE ...

Page 20: ... inspection maintenance Continued adherence to these inspections will provide adequate lead time when ordering spare parts thereby minimizing unnecessary and costly equipment downtime PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE INSPECTION SCHEDULE DH 100 DAILY WEEKLY MONTHLY QUARTERLY 1 GENERAL a Check shell and chamber for wear X b Check exterior finish for corrosion X 2 Drive a Check seals for leakage X b Check bear...

Page 21: ... 4 manual grease fittings that must be maintained after every 10 cycles Models with the optional Automatic Greasing Option will have a cartridge system that maintains the proper grease levels That cartridge should be replaced as needed ...

Page 22: ... on the left side of the machine under the input door 3 Pull Air Filter straight up out of the housing where it is located under normal operation shown in Detail A 4 Wash the filter with soap and water being sure to remove all debris Dry the filter before placing it back into the machine 5 Place the filter back in the housing 6 Start a normal batch operation and repeat cleaning process before each...

Page 23: ...23 TROUBLESHOOTING ...