Southbend R2 Electric Heater User Manual


 
THEORY OF OPERATION
Compared to other steam cookers with complicated boilers, the R2 is a very simple machine. immersion elements are
installed on the left side of the cavity and when water covers the elements, water starts to boil and turn to steam. There is
no pressure in this unit.
The SteamMaster R2 is designed to provide quick heat-up from a cold start.
All equipment must be installed correctly to ensure proper operation and reliable service. installation instructions must be
followed by a qualified technician.
Before you turn the unit on, be sure that you have: POWER to unit, WATER to unit, and an OPEN DRAIN.
CONTROL OPERATIONS
START UP:
1. Close the drain valve (turn lever to the run position.).
2. Turn power switch on. Unit will fill and begin heating. Unit will be up to operating temperature, ready to use, in
approximately ten (10) minutes. The “Ready’ light will light up when the unit is ready to use.
NORMAL OPERATION:
2. “Manual” -This unit runs full-power continuously.
NORMAL OPERATION:
REVIEW -
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Use timer as desired, put in “Manual” position to disable buzzer. Timer has no impact on operation.
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To conserve water and electticity during “slow” periods, shut unit off, do
not
open drain valve.
SHUTOFF:
Turn power switch “Off.” Turn the drain valve lever to ‘DRAIN”.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. De-Lime Indicator Light - The “De-Lime” indicator light will illuminate when the unit senses that the elements
need cleaning. Usually a thin layer of deposits are present when this occurs. When the light signaling the opera-
tor that cleaning/de-liming should be performed, see “Maintenance, Periodic Cleaning” under service section for
recommended procedures.
2. Cleaning must be performed to restore normal operation of the unit. When the “DE-LIME” light comes on, the
contactor shuts off power to the elements.
A WARNING
BURN HAZARD
When door is being opened, hot steam or hot water may escape from steamer.
Stand back when
opening door.
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