incinolet manual 2-04
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1. breaker Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature by modifying the plug in any way a e e 120 volts 240 volts Power cord is 4 feet long Extension cords should not be used with this appliance START UP PROCEDURE Once Incinolet is connected to vent line and 5 20R 6 20R plugged into a 20 amp receptacle on a 20 amp circuit of the appropriate 125v 20 amps 250v 20 amps a voltage it s a good idea to run a test cycle using a cup of water poured into a bow liner UNDERSTANDING ELECTRICAL OPERATION 1 Pushing the Start Button closes the Start Switch which engages a timer Timer begins a new cycle each time start switch is closed Timer doesn t accumulate time merely starts over again 2 Timer is set to 60 minutes at factory Timer activates temperature controller Controller output is connected to the coil of a Relay which controls the electric current to the heater 3 Temperature Controller responds to the output from a Thermocouple which measures Heater temperature When the temperature of the lower coil of the heater reaches approximately 1200 degrees F controller shuts down the relay which cuts off the heater When heater temperature falls to about 1000 degrees F controller again activates relay and heater comes on Heater is off then on about twice a minute 4 Timer also controls exhaust blower Blower and heater come on and both stay on for 60 minutes together After heater cuts off blower co2. CE TIMER BLOWER STOPS AT END OF HEATING CYCLE Blower should be on from 30 to 55 minutes after heater cuts off Unplug toilet remove access panel inspect for and tighten any loose wiring REPLACE BLOWER THERMOSTAT BLOWER DOES NOT OPERATE Blower must come on immediately when start button is pushed and should not stop while heater is on If not check blower wheel to be sure it s not binding Listen to blower motor for a humming sound like motor is trying to start This would indicate bad motor bearings REPLACE BLOWER MOTOR BLOWER OFF amp ON AT CYCLE END It is normal for blower to stop for 4 or 5 minutes then start again for a few minutes a couple of times at end of cycle If however blower stops and starts rapidly blower ITS thermostat is faulty REPLACE ITS THERMOSTAT BOWL HANGS OPEN PEDAL WON T RETURN 1 Closing mechanism may be out of adjustment 2 Foot pedal goes too far down and locks up Place block under foot pedal to prevent excess travel EXCESSIVE NOISE VIBRATION CLEAN OR REPLACE BLOWER WHEEL INCOMPLETE INCINERATION Can be any one of several causes 1 Start button not pushed after each use 2 Ashpan too full Empty more often Empty when ash is 1 2 inch deep 3 Too many people using toilet 4 Burn cycle too short Add more time to the timer ODOR WITHIN ROOM Can be any one of several causes 1 Failure to use bowl liner each and every time or careless use of liner 2 Soli
3. INCINOLET ELECTRIC INCINERATING TOILET INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE MANUAL All Models Model Coretree ewer j a NSF Protocol P8 CALL TOLL FREE Electrical Incinerating Toilets Health and Sanitation replaces 1983 edition of NSF Standard 41 1 800 527 5551 WARNING Do not operate INCINOLET until you have read thoroughly and understand completely all instructions and safety rules contained in this manual Save this manual 2639 Andjon e Dallas Texas 75220 and review frequently for continuing safe operation and 214 358 4238 e FAX 214 350 7919 instructing possible third party users E MAIL sales incinolet com www incinolet com For questions or assistance call 1 800 527 5551 RESEARCH PRODUCTS Blankenship Tips for Success Use a bowl liner for Push button to start Empty ashpan OFTEN each and every use after each use when ash is 1 2 inch deep How INCINOLET Works When you push the start button heater and blower both come on Heater alternates off and on for an hour Blower stays on for an additional 30 to 55 minutes YOU CAN USE INCINOLET ANY TIME DURING THE INCINERATION CYCLE Push start button after each use YOU SHOULD INCINERATE WASTE AFTER EACH USE ACCUMULATED WASTE PARTICULARLY SOLIDS RESULTS IN ODOR AND CAN REDUCE LIFE OF THE HEATER If INCINOLET is used primarily in the morning with little or no use during the day then reset the timer to 1 1 2 or 2 hours to insure complete inci
4. Lid Bowl Halves Top is held in place with four screws two per side and a rubber boot which protects the start button Remove them and then lift top up To replace top With incinerator lid closed hold bowl halves together and lower top into position Replace four screws and rubber boot over start button Tip If you have trouble holding bowl halves in closed position while placing it back on toilet just use a small piece of masking tape to hold them together then slice through it from the top later For help with troubleshooting or to order parts call 1 800 527 5551 GUARD ACCESS FOOT PEDAL PANEL SEAT amp LID RUBBER BOOT TOP WITH STAINLESS STEEL BOWL HALVES SCREWS HINGED BOWL IN OPEN POSITION I TEMPERATURE START BUTTON CONTROLLER AY LN IN CLOSED r POSITION BLOWER MOTOR BLOWER WHEEL Nac SPRING zi Y se INCINERATOR LID HEATER ASHPAN INSERT ITS THERMOSTAT TS THERMOSTAT LOCATED BELOW AND TO THE RIGHT FOOT PEDAL OF ITS THERMOSTAT Fig 5 ASSEMBLY CAMLOC LATCH ah aly FOR ASHPAN See INCINERATOR NS ASHPAN CHAMBER CONTROLLER fig TROUBLESHOOTING TIMER amp TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER THE KEY TO TROUBLESHOOTING Timer limits heating cycle Controller limits heater temperature Timer and temperature controller are within control box in upper right corner of housing accessible with top removed Timer has two lights green and red Temperature controller has
5. RIVER BLOWER COMES ON BUT HEATER DOESN T HEAT Remove top examine timer and controller as above If both timer and controller lights are on then heater has failed To verify remove access panel measure voltage directly across heater terminals not from terminal to ground If voltage appears REPLACE HEATER If no voltage appears check circuit further TIMER LIGHTS WORK BUT CONTROLLER RED LIGHT IS NOT ON Test thermocouple Unplug toilet remove side access panel Remove wire nuts from thermocouple leads 6 amp 7 Twist the gray and purple wires together then plug unit in and push start button If controller red light comes on REPLACE THERMOCOUPLE CIRCUIT BREAKER OPENS WHEN START BUTTON IS PUSHED This indicates heater may be shorted to ground Unplug toilet remove access panel Remove orange lead wires to heater terminals Again push start button If blower comes on and circuit breaker does not open heater is shorted REPLACE HEATER Unplug toilet examine all wiring which might be grounded by touching housing REPLACE OR TAPE ANY BARE WIRES NOTHING COMES ON BUT TIMER GREEN LIGHT IS ON Inspect timer lights as you push start button Red lights should come on green light should begin blinking If not CHECK START SWITCH OR REPLACE TIMER reaches end of timed BLOWER HEATER WON T STAY ON If timer blower and heater come on when start button is pushed but turn off as soon as start button is released REPLA
6. ds not completely incinerated May need more time on timer or additional incineration cycles 3 Ashpan too full Empty more often Empty when ash is 1 2 inch deep 4 Back drafting Use back draft preventer on horizontal vent line or run the vent vertically with a rain cap at the top ODOR OUTSIDE Causes same as above plus 1 Catalyst port perforations are clogged Clean chamber wall behind heater coil with small brush 2 Catalyst has set Stir with small rod to loosen See catalyst p 11 3 Incinerator lid hanging open allowing odor to escape RESIDUE BLACK LIKE CHARCOAL Ash should be white to gray Black lumps means insufficient air is being drawn into chamber There may also be soot around ash pan lip at front and on inside of ashpan panel Remove ashpan and use small brush to clean perforations in inner incinerator wall back of heating coils MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS Clean Blower Wheel WHEEL L 4 BLOWER 5 6 7 Replace Heater Note For maximum heater life incinerate after each use and keep ash level down to no more than 1 2 inch To Remove Old Heater e Turn off voltage to INCINOLET Remove ashpan Remove access panel Remove top Hold incinerator open either by wedging down the foot pedal or blocking flushing mechanism in open position Remove thermocouple but do not disconnect Fig 12 e Disconnect wiring to heater terminals Remove cover plate and insulation around heate
7. e s connector over the terminal then the 2nd new washer and a nut It is best to reuse the original lock nut but the new nut can be used if needed Always use the new washers one on either side of the heater wire connector CAREFULLY tighten nut using two 2 end wrenches to prevent twisting the heater stud terminals which would break the moisture seal at end of heater Fig 11 1 Replace thermocouple Push knurled cylinder to compress spring Turn to engage stud then release Spring must be compressed to insure that tip of thermocouple contacts outer surface of heater See p 11 Replace access panel ashpan top Close circuit breaker Start cycle to test heater and total operation
8. ertical vent line should terminate with a rain cap For horizontal venting use a dryer flap or add a PVC elbow turned downward to prevent back drafting TIE i CMM Y Z Lis For proper operation vent line must be as straight as possible with a minimum of elbows Maximum length of pipe at the 4 diameter is 20 feet plus 2 elbows Use larger diameter pipe for longer runs Contact factory if you have questions about special installations For best performance use the shortest possible run and a minimum number of elbows Do not vent into an attic or crawl space Assemble vent pipe pieces securely gluing or taping all connections Connect coupling and pipe to vent collar at the rear of the unit Put a dryer flap or rain cap at outside of building to prevent back drafting Center of vent collar on the back of INCINOLET varies by model Use this chart to find the correct measurement for your toilet SIDE VIEW Center of vent hole up from floor Model CF 10 Model RV 10 1 4 Model TR 10 5 8 Model WB 120 v 10 1 4 Model WB 240 v 10 7 8 ri Model WB 208 v 107 8 Electrical Preparation This appliance has a 20 amp plug and is meant to fit only into a 20 amp receptacle Fig 4 If the outlet you intend to use for the INCINOLET is not the proper type then change the receptacle You must have a circuit suitable for 20 amps headed by a 20 amp circuit
9. neration See page 8 Ash is not suitable to use as fertilizer or compost It should be disposed of in household trash just as you would with any other ash waste Party Stress For times when you are having a party or house guests when the INCINOLET may have to serve more than the stated capacity for a short time follow these tips 1 Empty the ashpan before guests arrive 2 Be sure guests are instructed as to proper use and that a bowl liner is required for each and every use 3 Push button after each use and check occasionally to be sure it s not over filled 4 You may need to run an extra cycle or two to insure complete burn HOW TO INSTALL INCINOLET 1 Remove all packing materials including cardboard inside ashpan panel 2 Set unit on level floor in desired position Allow clearance at rear for wiring and vent line connection Allow at least 2 on left side and plenty of room on the right side to operate foot pedal Prepare electrical supply within 4 feet of toilet location Install mounting plate to floor RV and WB only Connect vent line Plug INCINOLET into the proper receptacle on a 20 amp circuit Dedicated circuit recommended NN BW Preparing Vent Line Vent pipe can run horizontally or vertically Venting materials can be placed within a wall and INCINOLET can be placed close to a wall at the back Allow 6 to 8 inches on the right side facing the toilet to operate the foot pedal V
10. ntinues on until incinerator area has cooled to about 130 degrees F 5 Blower Thermostat ITS closes when it senses a temperature of 130 degrees F and stays closed after the heating cycle is over until incinerator temperature falls below 130 degrees F about 30 to 50 minutes later Power Consumption One complete cycle uses about 1 1 2 to 2 kilowatt hours of electricity Because you can use INCINOLET any time during the cycle your per use cost is lower During a Power Failure If waste is burning in the INCINOLET when the electric service is interrupted you may get smoke and odor in the room Open a window to ventilate as best you can When power comes back on the fan should start automatically if needed and run until unit is cool enough Heater does not come on until you push the button You can push foot pedal to check contents of ashpan then start a cycle if needed To Interrupt an Incineration Cycle In normal use it is never necessary to stop a cycle to add waste See How to Use page 3 However on rare occasions doing repairs etc you may want to stop a cycle in progress Turn the circuit breaker off momentarily or unplug INCINOLET to cancel the cycle Then turn the circuit breaker back on or plug in INCINOLET so that the toilet is ready for use If unit is hot enough to need it the blower should come back on automatically to cool it NOTE If blower does not come on smoke and odor may come directly into ro
11. om In this case you may want to start the cycle again for a few minutes to finish burning off the waste remaining in the ashpan Thermostats Your INCINOLET is equipped with three thermostats 1 SAFETY THERMOSTATS STS shuts heater off if air temperature inside toilet reaches about 145 F It is located on the front surface of the control box at the upper right rear of the unit To replace disconnect voltage remove top of unit disconnect lead wires to old thermostat and replace Fig 9 2 BLOWER THERMOSTAT ITS turns fan off when outside skin of chamber cools to 130 F and will turn fan on again if temperature increases It is accessible through access panel opening just to the left of the heater terminals To replace follow same procedure as for STS above Fig 12 3 LIMIT THERMOSTAT TS turns heater off if skin of chamber reaches a temperature of 325 F It is located below the ITS blower thermostat and heater terminals outside ashpan compartment To replace follow same instructions as for other thermostats Fig 12 CARE AND CLEANING Keep your INCINOLET clean to prevent odors e Empty ashpan when ash is about 1 2 inch deep EXCESSIVE ASH BUILD UP CAUSES ODOR SHORTENS HEATER LIFE AND DECREASES EFFICIENCY If ash is caked and hard to remove just soak insert pan for a few minutes in warm water e Wipe up urine spills as they happen e Every 6 months clean blower wheel and inside of INCINOLET T o r begom 1 Unpl
12. one red light A steady green light on timer indicates unit has power and is ready for operation When start button is pushed green light begins blinking and the red light comes on and stays on for a timed interval during which time temperature controller is activated and its red light is on Controller red light means that the relay is activated and supplying power to heater Controller red light stays on until timer cuts off after the timed interval or heater reaches maximum allowed temperature and thermocouple signals controller to open relay In actual operation when timer interval its red light goes off and blinking green light turns steady again During the timed interval controller red light will be on constantly until heater reaches about 1200 degrees F at which point controller red light goes off and the relay opens Controller red light comes on again after 30 seconds or so stays on for about 40 seconds then goes off again and so on until the end of timed interval TIMER ADJUSTMENT See Fig 8 Timer dial reads 0 to 3 hrs Timer pointer is set to 1 0 hrs If INCINOLET is used primarily for solids deposits in rapid succession and incineration is incomplete move pointer to 2 0 hrs If used throughout the day both for urine and solids timer would be best set at 1 0 hr To adjust timer remove top of toilet and turn dial so timer reads new setting See p 7 Replace top DON T MAKE ANY ADJUSTMENT REQUIRING SCREWD
13. r terminals Fig 11 1 HEATER TERMINAL INSULATION PLATE Fig 11 1 e Push up on heater coils to clear heater brackets Fig 11 2 e Remove heater through ashpan opening Fig 11 3 Note Brackets may be wedged tightly in slots in wall Itis okay to remove brackets but not absolutely necessary Fig 11 3 Blower draws fresh air into toilet to provide oxygen for the burn carries smoke and odor into the catalyst then exhausts moist air outside Clean blower wheel and housing every 90 days or any time excessive noise and vibration occur 1 Remove top of INCINOLET 2 Disconnect two wires on side of control box to free motor 3 Loosen no need to remove 3 screws holding blower motor plate Fig 10 Twist and lift motor over screw slots to remove it Use 1 8 Allen wrench to remove set screw in wheel hub Clean grease and dirt from wheel with hot soapy water or a degreasing cleaner Replace wheel if corroded or if vibration indicates it is out of balance Clean inside of blower housing occasionally To Install New Heater Reverse above procedure Locate heater in brackets making sure brackets are seated in slots in the incinerator wall Fig 11 2 IMPORTANT Locate heater at lowest position in heater bracket Coils must not touch each other Replace insulation and cover over heater terminals Fig 11 1 On new heater coil remove nut and only 1 of the 2 new washers Slip heater wir
14. ug unit and remove top See instructions below noisy or vibrates clean 2 Clean inside with a detergent or a spray cleaner such as Formula 409 or replace blower wheel Do not use pine oil cleaners See page 10 3 Remove blower wheel and clean See page 10 4 DO NOT STEAM CLEAN 5 Stainless steel polish can be used on outside surfaces to keep INCINOLET s finish lustrous Bowl Liners BE SURE that the top edges of the liner are below the lid when it closes Otherwise paper will burn outside the chamber and cause momentary smoke and odor CAUTION Failure to use bowl liner for each and every use will always cause odor and urine on the floor Bowl liners are made of a special paper coated with polyethylene film This liner is necessary to catch and contain the waste then convey it into the incineration chamber USE A BOWL LINER FOR EACH AND EVERY USE Liner protects the bowl and prevents urine from draining to the floor How to Remove Ashpan Remove ashpan only when pan is cool and toilet is not operating TO REPLACE ASHPAN TO REMOVE ASHPAN Push ashpan firmly into place Remove ashpan panel Raise camloc handle and unhook it from ashpan ee Lift up on ashpan handle and handle Pull ashpan out 22A engage hook of camloc under Empty ash in garbage ashpan handle CAUTION ASHPAN MUST BE SECURELY EDT y Push down on camloc handle IN PLACE FOR PROPER OPERATION Replace ashpan panel Removing the Top Seat
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