When purchasing washing equipment from Yamamoto NA, you hope it will last a long while. After all, even with the reduced costs for our industrial washers, commercial washing equipment is still a significant investment. Thankfully, our machinery is built tough and has easily accessible filters and valves for easy maintenance. Speaking of which, there are simple things you or your laundry operators can do to maintain the condition of your Yamamoto washer or other industrial washing equipment you might possess. Here are a few helpful washer maintenance tips from Yamamoto North America!
It might seem like an obvious point, but a surprising number of people neglect to read the manual when they have questions about their equipment. Consider this first tip a gentle reminder to check out the manual with your equipment if you haven’t already. Your manual will provide plenty of information that can assist with the general care of your machinery, such as utility requirements, proper detergent levels, information on accessing valves and filters, etc.
Before you get into every intricate system of your industrial washer, it’s a great idea to do a simple check and clean-up of its exterior. Every day, you can use a damp cloth with soap to wipe down your washer and remove any lint or debris that might get caught in its motors and intakes. This will also allow you to check for any dents, cracks, or other abnormalities you’ll want to avoid.
Regular use of your machine will mean its filters, valves and lint screen need cleaning or replacement fairly often. Thankfully, Yamamoto washers make it easy for operators to check these components. Ensuring your filters and valves are clean will improve the performance of your machinery, and cleaning out your lint screen daily will ensure you avoid potential hazards or severe breakdowns.
After every use of your machine, the soap dispenser will slowly build up more residue left behind by detergents. If you don’t address this residue build-up before it worsens, it can clog your dispenser entirely. Imagine your surprise after doing a laundry load, only to be soaked without any detergent! Clearing out soap dispenser clogs is also helpful for avoiding corrosive damage to your system’s interior.
Regularly checking for leaks in your industrial washing equipment is crucial to maintaining its longevity. Even small leaks can lead to more significant problems and costly repairs if left unaddressed. Not to mention the potential water damage a leaky washer can cause to your facility’s interior! Make sure to inspect all hoses, valves, and connections regularly for any signs of leakage and address them immediately.
Your washer can only spin its drum with the help of a belt looped around and connected to the motor drive pulley and the drum (or tub) of your system. However, if this belt breaks, your washer will cease operation. A belt breaking suddenly can also cause additional interior damage to your washer if you’re not careful. For such reasons, inspecting your washer’s belt before it can break is essential. Check for any cracks or tears in a belt that can worsen, and have it replaced ASAP.
If you have other concerns about your washer or it’s been some time since a professional inspection, it might be time to call a washer technician! Plenty of maintenance specialists are available to perform preventative maintenance on your machinery. Otherwise, if you are using a Yamamoto washer, feel free to reach out to us directly! We can help with basic troubleshooting, order replacement parts, or connect you with local technicians familiar with Yamamoto equipment.
Or, if you’re looking for entirely new washing equipment, call Yamamoto NA. Our washers are easy to operate, not difficult to maintain, and are some of the most affordable machines on the market. You can rest assured that when you purchase a Yamamoto washer, you won’t need another one for a long time. Contact us today at 866-204-0519. Our office is located at 205 S. Lee St., Bloomington, IL 61701, and we serve clients across the United States.
