Preparation For Installation; Electric Power Requirements; Water Quality Requirements - Cleveland steamcraft 21-CET-8 Service Manual

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PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION

Electric Power Requirements

Water Quality Requirements

Before unpacking the SteamCraft 3.1 check the electric power and water
quality requirements and select the operating location.
The characteristics of the electric power supply must match the power
requirements specified on the SteamCraft 3.1 product identification plate.
The plate is located on the back of the unit as illustrated in Figure 2-2.
Using water not within the limits specified in this
manual could void or adversely affect Cleveland
Range's warranty coverage of the SteamCraft 3.1.
As with any steam generating equipment, poor water quality degrades
SteamCraft 3.1 performance. If feed water is low in Total Dissolved
Solids (TDS) and free of paniculate matter, the steam generator,
heating element, and valves of the SteamCraft 3.1 will give years of
trouble-free service with a minimum of maintenance.
In some areas, even potable tap water contains a variety of impurities
that can cause costly problems in steam generating equipment Of
primary concern are mineral salts and other impurities which remain
behind as lime or scale deposits during the steam generating
process. These deposits have caused components to fail, including
heating elements, probes, and solenoid valves. Of equal importance
is the decrease in heat transfer efficiency caused by lime and scale
deposits. Decreased heat transfer increases water and power
consumption. Use of the SteamCraft 3.1 in areas with poor water
quality requires installation of a SteamerGard water treatment system
or increased frequency of maintenance, cleaning, and descaling.
CAUTION