Owner`s manual

SYSTEM INSTALLATION AND SERVICE
AT AND 3T STEAMERS
4211-103 10-10-11
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The Amerec Steam Generator can be hung on a wall or set on it’s base. The best mounting location will
satisfy all or most of the following conditions:
1. The steam line should slope to allow condensation to drain into the steam room.
2. The steam line should be less than 20 ft long. Ten feet is preferred. Steam lines over 20 ft long
should be insulated.
3. The mounting location should minimize the number of bends and elbows in the steam line.
4. The steam line should enter the room 18” above the fl oor or at least 12” above a tub rim or ledge.
5. No steam head shall be more than thirty (30) inches above the fl oor.
6. The steam outlet should be located to avoid potential user contact.
7. The generators should be installed in a dry, well ventilated area. The space provided should be at least:
7 cu ft for one generator or 17 cu ft for two generators or 27 cu ft for three generators
Suggested locations are under a vanity, in a closet, attic, crawl space or basement. Preferably in the
same room. Note: The generator must be in an area protected from freezing.
8. The slave generators should be installed within a 25 foot cable length of the master generator and the master generator should be within a 25 foot cable length
of the T100 control installation. See diagram 1.
Note: Longer control and slave cables are available. Contact Technical Support at 1-800-363-0251 or [e-mail] for assistance.
9. The installation should provide clearance for service and element removal. See diagram 3.
10. The mounting location should allow for a drain hookup. There should be no more than three 90° bends and 10 ft of pipe between any generator’s drain outlet
and its drain valve inlet. See diagram 15.
SECTION 2: SELECT MOUNTING LOCATION
DIAGRAM 1
WARNING
Do not mount outdoors.
Protect from freezing.
Unit must be located so as to
allow access for service.
The steam generator will not operate
properly unless it is mounted level
with the arrows pointed up.
IMPORTANT
Before deciding on a mounting location,
please read through these installation
instructions completely and take a careful
look at al of the diagrams.
An exhaust fan installed outside the
steam room is strongly recommended
in order to remove excess steam
from the steambath or shower area
It is strongly recommended that no exhaust
fan be installed inside the steam room. Doing
so will result in a loss of heat and steam
through the exhaust fan and port.
Insulate all steam lines and drain lines
within the enclosed space.
Each generator must be provided with
at least six (6) inches for wiring
access at the control wiring end.
Each generator must be provided with at least
fi fteen (15) inches clearance at the pipe end.
There should be at least thirty-six (36) inches
in front of the louvered cover at
each generator for service access.
MASTER
SLAVE
SLAVE
T100
S
lave Contr
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5
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Temp Sensor Cable, 25’
12 in
SECTION 3: MOUNTING THE GENERATORS
DIAGRAM 2
IMPORTANT: The generator must be level side to side and end to end after installation.
Wall Mounting:
Note the location of the mounting holes on the back of the steam generator. The screws must set directly into
studs or equivalent supports, Drill pilot holes on 12” centers and on level (see diag. 2 at right) then install the
two #10 1-1/2” screws provided.
Carefully hang the generator on the two screws. Tighten the screws. Replace the front cover. Secure the front
cover with its four sheet metal screws.
Floor Mounting:
In general, the width of the generator allows it to sit on a shelf, across ceiling joists or on a fl oor. The generator
must be on a fl at surface and restrained from moving. Normally, the piping will provide adequate support but if
not, additional support must be provided.
All fl oor mounted generators must have provision for routine draining of the steam tank.