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Getting Started

2. Getting Started

2.1.

Introduction to CMA-180UC

This manual is structured to provide a complete reference guide to the CMA-180UC. It covers

every version produced so some items may not be applicable to your 180UC.

The CMA-180UC is a hot water sanitizing, single rack, under-counter dishmachine. It is a

standalone machine featuring a self-contained booster heater. The only external connections

necessary are power supply, water supply, drainpipe, and optional chemical dispensers for

machines made before 2019. The machine uses re-circulated wash water and fresh water final-

rinse.

Operation of the CMA-180UC is extremely user friendly. To initially fill the machine each day,

push the Power switch to the "ON" position. Press and hold the "Fill" button for 25 seconds.

Machines built prior to January 2020 will automatically fill to the correct level when powered "ON".

The 180UC has one heater located in the booster tank that heats the wash tank too. It will

maintain the wash water temperature at 155°F. The booster heater will produce a minimum of

180°F final rinse water each cycle.

The supply water to the CMA-180UC must be a minimum of 120°F with a 4 GPM (Gallons per

Minute) flow rate. The supply line must be ½” minimum. The plumbing connection is located at

the back of the machine.

The machine retains the features of the standard CMA-180 Series in that it has a scrap tray and

the manner in which the tank is filled ensures that the dishes are always rinsed with fresh water

instead of re-circulated water. The CMA-180UC is the first under-counter dishmachine of its kind

to discharge soil from the wash tank into a scrap tray outside of the wash chamber. This feature

keeps the wash water much cleaner over long periods of time. The scrap tray may be emptied on

a periodic basis without interruption of the flow of work, thereby providing a much cleaner

environment for the wash and rinse cycle.

The first section explains how the machine is packaged and what to look for when receiving the

machine. After unpacking the machine, this manual explains how to install and set up the machine

for use. Requirements are given for plumbing, wiring, and space considerations. These attributes

of the machine are always taken into consideration by our well-trained sales representatives prior

to the order being placed. In the manual, guidance is also given for installation to ensure that the

machine will be able to run at optimum conditions. The Operation Section of the manual may be

used for instruction and procedures when required. We make this portion of the manual easy to

understand so that all levels of operators may be able to read and comprehend the operation of

the machine. The function of the machine itself is mostly automatic and takes little training to put

into full operation. The Operation Section also includes diagnostic considerations for the machine

when problems occur.

DISCLAIMERS

CMA expressly disclaims any and all warranties, express or implied, relating to the installation of any and all CMA equipment that is installed by chemical dealers, contracted servicers or third

party servicers to CMA equipment. If the installation instructions are not followed exactly (to the letter), or, if any person or company conducting the installation of the CMA equipment, revise the

installation procedures or alter the instructions in any manner, the CMA warranty becomes void. If, due to the improper installation of CMA equipment, this equipment ceases to operate properly or

affects other parts of the CMA dishwashing equipment, in that the other parts become defective, the CMA warranty becomes void. CMA will not be liable or responsible or warrant CMA

equipment, due to improper installation of any CMA model dishwasher.

CMA does NOT endorse “Tankless On-Demand” water heaters for use on CMA Dishmachine products. On most applications, the

volume of hot water required for commercial dishmachines exceeds the capacity of these types of heaters.

CMA DOES endorse, and highly recommends, the standard “tank” style water heaters, sized properly to handle each particular

facility with their water heating requirements. A “tank” style water heater stores and supplies a large capacity of preheated water

before providing hot water to the dishmachine. To meet required health codes, there must be a reliable and consistent flow of

adequate hot water supplied to the dishmachine.

Warning: cancer and reproductive harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

MODEL CMA-180UC INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL Rev. 1.20

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