Wells WATER-MAX Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL This manual is considered to be part of the appliance and is to be given to the OWNER or MANAGER of the restaurant, or to the person responsible for TRAINING OPERATORS of this appliance. Additional manuals a...

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This Water-Max™ hot water dispenser manufactured by WELLS MFG. CO. is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of original installation and is for the benefit of the original purchaser on...

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GENERAL WARRANTY xi SPECIFICATIONS 1 FEATURES & OPERATING CONTR...

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FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS Fig. 1 Features & Operating Controls - Water Max™ Dispenser GENERAL 2 1. STRAIN RELIEF (Left Side, Bottom) Field supply wiring enters the appliance here. 12. DELIMING FITTING Tank mounted quick disc...

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FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS (continued) Fig. 2 Features & Operating Controls - Water Max™ 5 Gallon Tank GENERAL 3 500A. LID HOLDING CLIPS Ears on LID seat in these clips to secure lid to tank. 501. TANK LID Hot water is dispen...

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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...

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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 insta...

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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 CHE...

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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 ...

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INSTALLATION START-UP AND CHECKOUT Countertop must be at least 17-1/2” deep to safely support the dispenser. Before turning on power or water to Water-Max™, visually verify: a. Unit is level, air outlet guard in place, with all leg...

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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 an...

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OPERATION USING WATER-MAX™ 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 seat...

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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: BURN HAZARD Water in tank is extremely hot. Use care when draining tank. CAUTION: HOT SURFACES Exposed surfaces can be hot to the touch and may cause burns. CAUTION: SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT submerge t...

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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS USE AND CARE 13 CLEANING - MONTHLY CONTINUED Clean Faucet 1. Drain and remove tank. • Press power switch to the OFF position. • Drain all water from tank into pitcher. As each pitcher is full, turn faucet off and ...

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CAUTION: BURN HAZARD Water in Water-Max TM is EXTREMELY HOT! Deliming Water-Max TM It is time to delime the Water-Max™ when: • The DELIME indicator light glows; or,. • The water nozzle temperature is consistently below 197°F. ...

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USE AND CARE DELIMING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Deliming Water-Max TM Continued 6. Fill bottle with tap water and wait 10 minutes. • Rinse solution bottle with warm tap water. • Fill solution bottle 2/3 full with warm tap water and r...

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DELIMING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) USE AND CARE Deliming Water-Max TM Continued 9. Remove tank and lid. • Remove tank from Water-Max TM . • Remove tank lid from tank. Wash, rinse, and sanitize tank lid in the 3-compartment sink. Allow...

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OVERNIGHT TANK CLEANING USE AND CARE 17 OVERNIGHT TANK CLEANING Perform overnight cleaning if Deliming Procedure does not remove scale and calcium deposits from water tank. 1. Drain and remove tank. • Press power switch to the OFF positi...

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TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS SERVICE 18 Problem Possible Cause Suggested Remedy Power indicator not lit • Water-Max TM not connected to power • Check circuit Breaker • Power switch OFF • Press power switch to ON • Insufficient ...

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SAFETY FEATURES & ERROR CODES SERVICE SAFETY FEATURES Water-Max™ will not flow water from the dispense nozzle unless the water tank is in place. (Error lamp and audible alarm on continuously.) Water-Max™ will not dispense into a ful...

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CAUTION: SHOCK HAZARD Removal of the top, front or side panels results in exposed electrical circuits. Setting the temperature must be performed by a qualified technician only. Use care whenever working around exposed electrical ...

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CALIBRATE DELIME INDICATOR SERVICE 21 TEST / ADJUST DELIME SENSOR: Reconnect Water-Max™ to electric power. Remove the plastic cover from the tank, then reinstall the tank on the tank shelf. Tank must be empty to begin test. Insert the...

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EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST - DISPENSER SERVICE 22 ...

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EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST - DISPENSER (continued) SERVICE 23 WATER-MAX™ DISPENSER ...

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WIRING DIAGRAM - DISPENSER SERVICE 24 ...

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EXPLODED VIEW, PARTS LIST & WIRING DIAGRAM - 5 GALLON TANK SERVICE 25 ...

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SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS SERVICE THE FOLLOWING COMPONENTS MAY BE SERVICED IN-STORE CABINET COMPONENTS 26 ...

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SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SERVICE CABINET COMPONENTS A. TANK SHELF 1. Removal a. Remove two screws (g). b. Lift the front of the tank shelf until the rear lip clears the front assembly. ...

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SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SERVICE D. TOP COVER AND WRAP ASSEMBLY Note: For the purpose of servicing Water-Max™, the top cover and wrap may be removed as a unit. 1. Removal a. Remove the tank shelf, sup...

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SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SERVICE HOSE CLAMPS 1. Hose clamps used on Water-Max™ are reusable. DO NOT cut hose clamps. 2. Open clamp by twisting an ear until the fingers slide p...

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SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SERVICE CONTACTOR Repair time not to exceed 0.5 hour A. Preparation 1. Disconnect Water-Max™ from electrical power. 2. Shut off water supply to Water-Max™. B. Removal 1. Remove ...

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SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SERVICE SCR ASSEMBLY Repair time not to exceed 1.0 hour A. Preparation 1. Disconnect Water-Max™ from electrical power. 2. Shut off water supply to Water-Max™. B. Removal 1. Remo...

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SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SERVICE COOLING FAN Repair time not to exceed 1.0 hour A. Preparation 1. Disconnect Water-Max™ from electrical power. 2. Shut off water supply to Water-Max™. B. Removal 1. Remov...

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SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SERVICE POWER SWITCH Repair time not to exceed 0.5 hour A. Preparation 1. Disconnect Water-Max™ from electrical power. 2. Shut off water supply to Water-Max™. B. Removal 1. Remo...

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SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SERVICE INLET WATER VALVE ASSEMBLY Repair time not to exceed 0.5 hour (replace valve), or 1.0 hour (clean strainer screen) A. Preparation 1. Disconnect Water-Max™ from electrical power...

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SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SERVICE INLET WATER PRESSURE SWITCH Repair time not to exceed 0.5 hour A. Preparation 1. Disconnect Water-Max™ from electrical power. 2. Shut off water supply to Water-Max™. B. Remov...

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SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SERVICE POWER BOARD Repair time not to exceed 1.0 hour (including calibration) A. Preparation 1. Disconnect Water-Max™ from electrical power. 2. Shut off water supply to Water-Max™. B....

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SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SERVICE D. Return Unit to Service 1. Turn water supply on and check for leaks. 2. Connect Water-Max™ to electrical power. 3. Calibrate Delime Sensor. See drawing below. a. Remove the ...

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SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SERVICE FAUCET AND SHANK ASSEMBLY Repair time not to exceed 0.5 hour A. Removal and Disassembly 1. Carefully drain all water from the tank. Remove the tank from Water-Max™. Remove the ...

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SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SERVICE DISPENSER TANK A. Tank Disassembly (refer to page 25) 1. Carefully drain all water from the tank. Remove the tank from Water-Max™. Remove the tank lid from the tank and store in ...

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SERVICE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SERVICE LOW WATER LEVEL PROBE Repair time not to exceed 0.5 hour A. Removal and Disassembly 1. Carefully drain all water from the tank. Remove the tank from Water-Max™. Remove...

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ACCESSORIES & OPTIONAL COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION PART NO. WALL MOUNT KIT, SIDE MOUNT 22687 MOUNTS WATER-MAX™ WITH FAUCET TO THE LEFT SIDE WAL...

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