B&C IC-1355, Installation And Operation Manual

Page 1: ...Ironer IC 13 Series Installation and Operation Manual July 25 2017 Revision 1 0 ...

Page 2: ...bols 3 2 4 Safety 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 9 3 4 1 Gas Supply Line 9 3 4 2 Gas Supply Connection Requirements 10 3 5 Exhaust Requirements 11 3 6 Fresh Air Requirements 12 3 7 Handling and Unpacking 13 3 8 Room Requirements 14 4 Operation 1...

Page 3: ...dure 21 6 4 Ironing Speed Control 22 6 5 Heating 22 6 5 1 Electrical Heating Models 22 6 5 2 Gas Heating 23 6 5 3 Progamming the Working Temperature 23 6 6 Alarm Messages 24 6 6 1 AL1 Insufficient Airflow 24 6 6 2 AL4 Fan Thermal Relay 24 6 6 3 AL5 Inverter Fault 25 6 6 4 AL6 Flame Failure 25 6 6 5 AL7 Overheat Temperature Probe Fault 26 6 7 Programming Parameters 26 6 7 1 Temperature Measurement ...

Page 4: ... 7 3 Service Parts 35 7 3 1 Service 35 7 3 2 Parts 36 8 Maintenance Instructions 37 8 1 Replacing Infeed Belts 37 8 2 Replacing Ironing Belts 38 8 3 Replacing the Support Rollers 38 8 4 Replacing the Side Rollers 39 9 Basic Troubleshooting 41 9 1 Power Failure During Operation 41 9 2 Other Faults 41 9 3 Lengthy Out of Service Period 42 10 Decommisioning 43 A Gas Conversion Technique 44 iii ...

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: ...C 50 60Hz 3PH Amps Breaker 2 15 2 15 2 15 380 480VAC 50 60Hz 3PH Amps Breaker 2 15 2 15 2 15 Weight Shipping Net Weight kg lbs 300 660 355 781 405 891 Shipping Weight kg lbs 335 737 375 825 428 942 3 3 Electrical Installation Refer to Table 3 2 on page 9 for full details on the electrical requirement for your specific model prior to installation Electrical connections should be made by a qualified...

Page 13: ...due to negli gence in this area is not covered under any warranty Table 3 2 Electrical Requirements Electrical Requirement Electrical Heating Model IC 1355 IC 1363 IC 1379 Motor Power kW HP 0 37 0 5 0 37 0 5 0 49 0 75 Heating Power kW 12 16 21 Max kVA 15 5 20 5 27 Breaker Size 380 460V 20 30 40 208 230V 40 50 80 Cable Size mm2 AWG 380 460V 4 10 4 10 16 5 208 230V 6 9 10 7 35 2 Electrical Requireme...

Page 14: ...asy to reach for opening and closing 3 4 2 Gas Supply Connection Requirements There are many methods by which the IC series ironer can be connected to the gas supply Follow ing are some guidelines for methods 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 Intern...

Page 15: ...he serial sticker and the type of gas being used A separate gas regulator locally obtained must be installed if the incoming line pressure is greater than 14 inches water column pressure 1 Connect the manometer to the pressure connection 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 manifol...

Page 16: ...on all 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 ...

Page 17: ... intake The flow of fresh air required make up air is as follows Table 3 3 IC 13 Make up Air Requirements Model Metric US IC 1355 IC 1363 IC 1379 Air Flow cm hr cf hr 28 1000 45 1600 60 2200 3 7 Handling and Unpacking Upon delivery the ironer must be in perfect condition and the packing material must not be incom plete or damaged Pay attention to the markings on the packaging e g FRAGILE UP DOWN P...

Page 18: ...49 4 1 58 55 8 1 83 64 6 3 8 Room Requirements The ironer must be installed in a well ventilated room particularly when using gas heating with correct lighting and an ambient temperature not exceeding 10 C to 40 C 50 F to 105 F temperature limits for the AC drive for the main motor Below 10 C 50 F the temperature sensor will not work and the control panel will display an alarm AL7 Sufficient space...

Page 19: ... 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 20: ... of switchgear components Check these connections regularly 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...

Page 21: ...ed near the control panel 4 4 Heating System Safety The temperature sensor connected 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...

Page 22: ...be deposited onto the feeding belts and iron ing cylinder causing poor performance and maintenance problems A Note about waxing The ironing cylinder of the IC series ironer is made of standard high carbon steel and will rust if exposed to the elements Therefore a light waxing will prevent corrosion buildup and deposition of foreign materials onto the goods If the machine is to be shutdown for an e...

Page 23: ...r properly will result in premature failure of the ironer belting and is not covered by any warranty Figure 5 1 Correctly feeding small pieces left versus incorrect feeding of small pieces right In order to achieve dried and ironed laundry the working speed must be adjusted according to the material type and moisture level of the laundry to be ironed The residual moisture level must be between 40 ...

Page 24: ...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 20 ...

Page 25: ...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 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...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 29: ...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 30: ...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 31: ...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 32: ... Precision 1 C 6 7 3 Operating Temperature This setting establishes the operating temperature TF Refer to Section 6 4 on page 22 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 33: ...temperature of the machine TA Refer to Section 5 1 on page 18 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 34: ... 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 30 ...

Page 35: ... 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 36: ...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 37: ...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 38: ... 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 tensioners so that the ironing belts make sufficient contact with the ironing cylinder to drive it correctly without slipping Test with goods Caution apply the same tension to each tensioner Do not stretch the belts too much as there is a risk of r...

Page 39: ...tion and shut down of the heat circuit safety switches or thermostats NOTE When cleaning ironer cabinet s avoid using harsh abrasives A product intended for the cleaning of appliances is recommended 7 3 Service Parts 7 3 1 Service Service must be performed by a qualified trained technician service agency or gas supplier If service is required contact the distributor from whom the equipment was pur...

Page 40: ...t 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 also be purchased directly from the factory NOTE When ordering replacement parts from a dealer or B C Technologies be sure to supply the correct model number and serial number so that your part...

Page 41: ...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 42: ...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 43: ...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 39 ...

Page 44: ...Figure 8 1 Side view showing belt positions and tensioners 40 ...

Page 45: ...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 46: ... 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 42...

Page 47: ...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 48: ...ozzle that is appropriate 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 1355 IC 1363 IC 1379 IC 1355 IC 1363 IC 1379 Nozzle Size mm inches 2 5 3 5 4 1 9 2 4 2 7 Air Adjustment d mm inches 4 1 64 4 1 64 4 1 64 18 11 16 18 11 ...