Ecolab Apex2 User Manual

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Rinse Additive Out-of-
Product alarm is ON
continuously
1.
Incorrect
R. A. chosen, select proper rinse aid using ESM
2. Solid Rinse Additive sensor malfunction; check sensor using
“Diagnostics & Troubleshooting – Out of Product Alarms – Rinse Aid:”
• Block and unblock sensor to check functionality. If status does
not change, check wiring and replace Rinse Aid Dispenser IR
sensor as needed.
3. Liquid Rinse Additive sensor
• Apex2 requires the Liquid Rinse Additive Out of Product Alarm
kit, PN 9230-1017
• Check sensor using “Diagnostics & Troubleshooting – Out of
Product Alarms – Rinse Aid:” Remove sensor from housing and
place hand over sensing target. If status does not change,
check wiring and replace the sensor as needed.
Note – See Installation in Section 4 for correct installation procedure
Rinse Pump runs, no
Rinse Additive injected
1. Check Rinse Dispenser ; verify rinse aid solution
in sump. Service
as necessary
2. Remove rinse aid tube from injection fitting at dish machine.
Activate final rinse:
• If product is dispensed, replace check valve
• If no product is dispensed, replace pump squeeze tube
3. Check injection fitting for obstruction; clean or replace as needed
4. Check squeeze tube for wear and replace, if needed
Rinse Aid Pump will not
prime
1.
Check tubing connections for air leaks
2. Check for high rinse pressure
3. Optimum is 15-20 psi (1-1.4 BAR) and cannot be over 35 psi (2.4
BAR)Check squeeze tube for wear and replace if needed
Rack Counting is not
accurate
1. Final Rinse Signal malfunction; check rinse icon an
d verify status is
on only during rinse
• If running continuous, correct the machine problem
• If signal inconsistent, check for bent rails or jammed racks
2. Incorrect Rack Time; check “Setup System – Set Tablet Values” if
first/or trailing rack time are invalid, re-run “Rack Time
Calibration”:
“Setup System – Set Tablet Values – Rack Time
Calibration”
Note - Use typical customer racks for rack-time calibration
Ethernet Connection
Issue
1.
Ethernet Communication Interrupted; check connectivity lights on
the Ethernet connection on the front of the Apex2 controller and
on the connector on the Tablet PC. When Ethernet cord is
connected and during data transmission, there should be a solid
green and blinkin yellow light)
• If the lights are off: disconnect and re-connect Ethernet cable
and/or try a different Ethernet cable.

Ecolab Apex2 Specifications

General

Brand	Ecolab
Model	Apex2
Category	Control Systems
Language	English