Care Instructions for the Steam Generator (Heater)
General Description:
The steam generator of “Thermarium“ Baeder-Bau GmbH uses one to five heaters, which are positioned in a closed cylinder and connected to alternating voltage, for the steam production. This allows, independent of the conductivity of the supply water, to use the device with normal supply water, fully desalted, as well as partly softened water. The produced steam has a temperature of approximately 100 °C with only a slight overpressure (“pressure-less” steam). It is free of minerals and almost sterile.
The steam generator of “Thermarium” Baeder-Bau GmbH is maintenance-free; although operational disturbances may occur due to insufficient or incorrect maintenance. Regular maintenances are necessary for a long service life of the machine.
• Only qualified and authorized personnel may maintain the machine.
• Pay attention to the safety instructions.
• Turn off the machine before carrying out maintenance works and safeguard to prevent unintentional restart.
• Qualified personnel may inspect the machine after the maintenance works for its operational safety.
The operating performance and the maintenance periods do mainly depend on the provided water quality and produced amount of steam. Differing water quality may shorten or extend the period of maintenance. The residues in the steam cylinder may give information about future maintenance periods.
The latest point in time for the cylinder maintenance is indicated by simultaneous flashing of the red and green LED on the display and the display of the message “Service” respectively. The machine will be shut off automatically at the same time.
Products:
Descaler solution (Cleaner)
order number: 06328
Heater for HL6, HL12, HL24 and HL30 400V 4.5KW
order number: 18688
Heater for HL9, HL18, HL36 and HL45 400V 6.75kW
order number: 18689
O-ring set HL6 to HL24
order number: 18402
O-ring set HL30 to HL45
order number:18403
Solenoid valve HL6 to HL45
order number: 18698
Elutriation pump HL6 to HL45
order number: 05808
Cleaning:
Mineral deposits precipitate and crystallize very differently in different types of water, even when two types have the same conductivity and hardness levels (the various constituents in the water interact differently). Instructions on maintenance and cleaning intervals, or on electrode service life, are based entirely on empirical data.
A visual inspection of the electrical and mechanical connections has to be carried out the latest four weeks after the initial operation (with normal water quality); visual inspection of the level control and the inside of the steam cylinder.
It is absolutely necessary that a yearly visual inspection of the electrical and mechanical connections is carried out. A visual inspection of the level control, the heaters/thermo controller, the inside of the steam cylinder and if necessary a cleaning of the steam cylinder and thermo controller may also be carried out.
Cleaning of the Filter in the Base:
• Close the water supply.
• Turn the control switch to position II and turn off the machine after draining the cylinder.
• De-energize the machine (main switch position 0), safeguard to prevent unintentional restart (remove main fuse and control fuse F1), and open the cover afterwards.
• Check if it is de-energized.
• Loosen the connection plug of the heater supply line to the steam cylinder.
• Unscrew the star handle screws on the steam hose adapter.
• Pull out the clip at the steam hose adapter.
• Push the steam hose adapter upwards out of the casing and fasten it with the clip.
• Open the tension belt.
• Lift the steam cylinder out of the base. The insulation of the heater lines may not be damaged!
• Remove the o-ring of the base and lift the filter with the two holes on the side out of the base. All deposits in the filter have to be removed. The filter holes may be cleaned with mechanical tools (steel brush). Acids or other chemicals may not be used for the cleaning.
• Check the base for deposits and remove them if necessary. Especially the openings of the hose connections have to be checked for deposits.
• Insert the filter and find the correct positioning: the recess has to snap into the spring.
• Assembly:
• Clean the o-ring retainer in the base thoroughly. No lime residues may be on the retainer.
• Dampen the new base o-ring and insert it into the base.
• Remove the o-ring from the steam hose adapter.
• Dampen the new o-ring and put it on the upper part of the cylinder flange at the cylinder cover.
• Replace the o-ring sealing between the cylinder and the cylinder cover if necessary. Loosen the tension ring and remove the cover. Remove the or-ring and replace it with a new o-ring. Put on the cover again and close the tension clip.
• The insulation of the heater lines may not be damaged if the steam cylinder is inserted. The information sign “Hot surface” has to be aligned to the front side.
• Put the adapter with a slight rotating move over the o-ring on the steam exhaust and fasten it with the star handle screws.
• Push the clip between the adapter and the casing and close the tension belt.
• Attach the connection plug for the heater supply line.
• Turn on the fuses again and open the water supply.
• Turn on the machine and check the leak tightness after 15-30 minutes of operation.
• Close the cover of the steam generator.
Cleaning of the Steam Cylinder:
• Close the water supply.
• Turn the control switch to position II and turn off the machine after draining the cylinder.
• De-energize the machine (main switch position 0), safeguard to prevent unintentional restart (remove main fuse and control fuse F1), and open the cover afterwards.
• Check if it is de-energized.
• Remove the steam cylinder as described in the chapter “Cleaning of the Filter in the Base”.
• Open the tension ring of the cylinder and remove the cover together with the heater.
• Cleaning of the cylinder. The unit may the rinsed thoroughly before it is put in operation if the cylinder and heaters are cleaned with descaler or cleaning agents. Descaler and cleaning agents may only be used for the cleaning of the cylinder and heaters. A too rough mechanical cleaning of the cylinder / heaters may cause damages.
• Assembly of the cylinder as described in the chapter “Cleaning of the Filter in the Base”.
Replacement of the Heaters:
• Close the water supply.
• Turn the control switch to position II and turn off the machine after draining the cylinder.
• De-energize the machine (main switch position 0), safeguard to prevent unintentional restart (remove main fuse and control fuse F1), and open the cover afterwards.
• Check if it is de-energized.
• Dismantle the steam cylinder as described in the chapter “Cleaning of the Filter in the Base”.
• Open the tension ring of the cylinder and remove the cover together with the heater.
• Loosen the connection cable of the heater from the two screw clamps of the connection plug. Mark these two clamps.
• Remove the capillary tube from the thermo control by loosening the holding clip if necessary.
• The heater may be removed from the cover by loosening the screw nut of the pressure plate.
• Clean the sealing surface on the cover underside at the area of the new heater.
• Install the new heater; it must be assembled according the drawing to have the correct order of the components. The screw nut on the pressure plate has to be fastened.
• Plug and fasten the connection cable of the heater into the two marked screw clamps. The polarity of the heater connection cable may not be observed.
• If necessary: assembly the capillary tube with the holding clips on the thermo controller.
• Follow the assembly procedures as described in the chapter “Cleaning of the Filter in the Base”.
Replacement of the Thermo Controller (for heaters):
• Close the water supply.
• Turn the control switch to position II and turn off the machine after draining the cylinder.
• De-energize the machine (main switch position 0), safeguard to prevent unintentional restart (remove main fuse and control fuse F1), and open the cover afterwards.
• Check if it is de-energized.
• Loosen the connection plug of the heater supply to the steam cylinder.
• Screw off the star grip screws at the steam hose adapter.
• Pull out the clip at the steam hose adapter.
• Push the steam hose adapter upwards out of the casing and fasten it with the clip.
• Open the tension belt.
• Lift the steam cylinder out of the base. The insulation of the heater lines may not be damaged!
• Pull off the cover cap of the thermo controller.
• Loosen the screw clamps and the cables on the thermo controller.
• Loosen the holding clips of the capillary pipe (of the thermo controller) on the heater coils.
• Remove the capillary tube from the heater.
• Screw off the counter nut of the thermo controller.
• Dismantle the thermo controller; the capillary tube of the thermo controller may not be bent.
• Assemble the heater and thermo controller. Do not over tighten the screw nuts!
Cleaning of the Inlet Solenoid Valve:
• Close the water supply.
• Turn the control switch to position II and turn off the machine after draining the cylinder.
• De-energize the machine (main switch position 0), safeguard to prevent unintentional restart (remove main fuse and control fuse F1), and open the cover afterwards.
• Check if it is de-energized.
• Dismantle the steam cylinder as described in the chapter “Cleaning of the Filter in the Base”.
• Loosen the union screw of the supply water connection.
• Loosen the connection hose at the base and mark the position.
• Pull the electronic connector off the double solenoid valve, mark the position.
• Loosen the fastening screws of the solenoid valve and remove the solenoid valve from the drilling.
• Remove the fine filter from the solenoid valve and clean it.
• Put the solenoid valve together with a sealing into the drilling of the casing.
• Fasten the solenoid valve with screws and connect the water supply.
• Connect the electronic connector to the double solenoid valve – pay attention to the correct positioning.
• Connect the connection hoses of the base with the hose clamps.
• Assemble the cylinder as described in the chapter “Cleaning of the Filter in the Base”.
• Open the water supply.
• Turn on the machine and check the leak tightness after 15-30 minutes of operation.
Cleaning of the Elutriation Pump:
• Close the water supply.
• Turn the control switch to position II and turn off the machine after draining the cylinder.
• De-energize the machine (main switch position 0), safeguard to prevent unintentional restart (remove main fuse and control fuse F1), and open the cover afterwards.
• Check if it is de-energized.
• Pull the electronic connector off the pump.
• Pull the connector adapter off the pump.
• Loosen the screws and remove the pump from the base.
• Open the pump (bayonet closing).
• Remove residues from the drain hoses and the pump (eventually exchange o-ring, shaft seal if the parts are not suitable anymore).
• Assemble the pump.
• Dampen the o-ring and put it into the fitting on the side of the base.
• Push the pump into the base and fasten it with the screws.
• Dampen the o-ring and put it on the sitting on the side of the pump.
• Push the connector adapter on the fitting on the side of the pump.
• Connect the electronic connector to the pump (polarity not specified).
• Open the water supply.
• Turn on the machine and check the leak tightness after 15-30 minutes of operation.
Product Care:
Following points may be considered for the general product care:
• Check all cable-screwings and plug-in cable connections for its tight fit. All plugs have to have a tight fit. Loose cable connections cause a higher transfer resistance and overheating of the contact area.
• Check the insulation of the heater cables for damages.
• Check the safety system.
• Check the hose connections for eventual leakages.
Time Interval:
The first clean may take place the latest four weeks after the initial operation. The following cleaning depends on the water quality and the time of operation, but may take place not later than once a year. The product care should be carried out every week.
Safety related Details:
Please pay attention to the detailed instructions on the package of the used product. The operating instructions of the respective machine have to be followed.
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