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Unless otherwise specified, all commercial cooking equip-ment manufactured by WELLS MFG. CO. is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original installation or 18 months from the date of shipment from our factory, whichever comes first, and i...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; 40 Volts, Single Phase 35 Amps; SPECIFICATIONS
WARRANTY xi SPECIFICATIONS 1 FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS 2 PRECAUTIONS & GENERAL INFORMATION 4 AGENCY LISTING INFORMATION 4 INSTALLATION 5 OPERATION 11 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS 12 DELIMING INSTRUCTIONS 13 TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS 16 PARTS & SERVICE 17 CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA 17 Thank you...
Page 4 - FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS; Fig. 1 Features & Operating Controls - Water MaxTM Dispenser
FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS TANK (Typical) 13 79 28 29 82 73 17 45 WATER-MAX™WATER INLET FITTING 74 44 1 71 42 26 78 90 64 25 Fig. 1 Features & Operating Controls - Water Max™ Dispenser 1. STRAIN RELIEF 13. DELIMING FITTING 17. TANK INDICATOR 25. POWER SWITCH 26. DISPENSER NOZZLE 28. ADJUS...
Page 5 - Fig. 2 Features & Operating Controls - Water MaxTM 5 Gallon Tank; TANK ASSY
78. VIEW PORT 79. DELIMING FITTING 82. STATUS INDICATOR 90. NAMEPLATE Allows digital readout of controller to be observed. Quick disconnect fitting attaches to deliming solution bottle. Glows when filling, flashes when controller is in “error” mode. (Left side) Gives manufacturer information; lists ...
Page 6 - must be read and; Installation Instructions; PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Electric Shock hazard All servicing requiring access to non-insulated electrical components must be performed by a factory authorized technician. DO NOT open any access panel which requires the use of tools. Failure to follow this warning can result in severe electrical shock. CAUTION: Risk...
Page 7 - UNPACKING & INSPECTION; Carefully read all instructions in this manual and the; SETUP; For; INSTALLATION
UNPACKING & INSPECTION Carefully remove the appliance from the carton. Remove all protective plastic film, packing materials and accessories from the Appliance before connecting electrical power or otherwise performing any installation procedure. Carefully read all instructions in this manual an...
Page 8 - IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTICE; INSTALLATION CHECK OUT; PLUMBING LINE CONNECTION; Risk of Damage
INSTALLATION (continued) IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTICE Installer will be required to test water pressure, water flow, water total hardness, electrical voltage and amperage; and to record dispenser installation particulars on the INSTALLATION CHECK OUT form in this manual. PLUMBING LINE CONNECTION If...
Page 9 - ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION; Fig. 4 Terminal Block Wiring; qualified technician only; SHOCK HAZARD
INSTALLATION (continued) ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION NOTICE: A DEDICATED CIRCUIT OF AT LEAST 50 AMPS IS REQUIRED. WIRING MUST BE AT LEAST 6 ga., SUITABLE FOR 75º C. CONDUIT, WIRING AND CONNECTIONS MUST BE INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED IN COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL ORDINANCES. Conduit, wiring a...
Page 10 - INSTALLATION START-UP AND CHECKOUT; ON
INSTALLATION START-UP AND CHECKOUT Before turning on power or water to Water-Max™, visually verify: a. Unit is level, air outlet guard in place, with all legs touching the counter (countertop installation); or, Wall brackets securely mounted to wall and unit properly and securely mounted to brackets...
Page 12 - START-UP TROUBLESHOOTING
START-UP TROUBLESHOOTING Power indicator not lit. a. Verify electrical power is properly hooked-up to Water-Max™ and circuit breaker is turned ON b. Verify power switch is turned ON c. Verify that water tank is properly in place and mated with the receptacle d. Verify water supply is properly instal...
Page 13 - OPERATION; To Keep Water in Tank Hot; BURN HAZARD
OPERATION Water-Max™ is used to dispense hot water for food preparation. Set-Up and Usage Install the water tank on the Water-Max™ shelf. Make sure that the tank is properly positioned, that the connector is seated and that the dispensing nozzle lowered into position in the water tank lid. Press the...
Page 14 - CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS; DAILY CLEANING; DO NOT SUBMERGE TANK IN WATER!
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS DAILY CLEANING PRECAUTIONS: Press POWER SWITCH to OFF (0). Drain all water from TANK. Remove tank from Water-Max™. FREQUENCY: Minimum - Daily, or as required TOOLS: Soft Cloth, Soft Bristle Brush Wipe down the exterior of the Water-Max™ with a soft damp cloth. Use a soft bristl...
Page 15 - PRECAUTIONS; Turn Water-MaxTM OFF and allow to cool; FREQUENCY; : Goggles, Chemical Resistant Gloves; CAUTION; DELIMING INSTRUCTIONS
PRECAUTIONS : Water in tank is EXTREMELY HOT (± 200ºF) Turn Water-Max™ OFF and allow to cool Tank full of water is HEAVY (64 lbs.) Drain water from tank before moving. FREQUENCY : Weekly, or as required when Water-Max™ will not maintain water at 197ºF or higher. TOOLS : Goggles, Chemical Resistant G...
Page 18 - TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS
TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS SYMPTOM POWER INDICATOR not lit TANK INDICATOR not lit STATUS INDICATOR flashing No water flow from dispense nozzle (power indicator lit, status indicator not flashing) INDUCTIVE HEATER operates intermittently WATER TANK will not heat POSSIBLE CAUSE Water-Max™ not connect...
Page 19 - Wells Manufacturing Co.; CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA
DESCRIPTION SERVICE PART NO. TANK, 5 GALLON, MODEL DT-5 22658 PITCHER, PLASTIC, 4 QT. 84501 ASSEMBLY (STRAINER / PRESSURE REGULATOR WITH GAUGE / WATER HAMMER ARRESTOR) 84868 CORD SET #6AWG/3W/NEMA 6-50P 84897 PRESSURE REGULATOR (ONLY) 8541-401 PRESSURE GAUGE (ONLY) 8541-402 WATER HAMMER ARRESTOR (ON...