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Action 246-200D0 Manual

Oil fired electric driven steam generator
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ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN
IN INCHES UNLESS OTHERWISE
NOTED. 1 INCH = 25.4 MM
HEAT INPUT....................630,000 BTU/HR / 158,760 KCAL/HR
PUMP HEAD PRESSURE.....................................80 PSI / 6 BAR
TEMPERATURE RISE...375°F @ 132 GPHR / 191°C @ 500 LPHR
TEMPERATURE LIMIT...............................UP TO 425 DEGREES
MINIMUM WATER INLET PRESSURE..............40 PSI / 0.68 BAR
HOSE, HIGH PRESSURE.............3/8" X 16 1/2' P/N Y01-00016
COIL SIZE................1/2"ID X 126' SCHEDULE 40 - P/N 53-200
COIL BACK PRESSURE (NEW)..................................................................................................5 PSI @ 2.0 GPM / 0.34 BAR @ 7.5 LPM
COIL BACK PRESSURE REQUIRING DESCALING...................................................................50 PSI @ 2.0 GPM / 3.40 BAR @ 7.5 LPM
PUMP ...................................................(TT941) P/N N07-00026
PULLEY................................................(AK69H) P/N R03-00669
HORSEPOWER............................................. 3/4 HP / 0.56 KW
SPEED.......................................................................1725 RPM
PULLEY.......................................(AK32 X 5/8) P/N R03-00132
VOLTAGE............................................... 115 VAC, 60 HZ, 1 PH
TEMPERATURE CONTROL - HIGH LIMIT.....P/N F04-00817-C1
BURNER....................................................................V00-17345
SPEED........................................................................3450 RPM
FUEL NOZZLE..................(4.50 90 DEGREE B) P/N V4.50 90DB
FUEL CONSUMPTION...............................4.92 GPH / 18.6 LPHR
FUEL PRESSURE ..............................................120 PSI / 8 BAR
COMBUSTION SMOKE/BACHARACH SCALE......#1 OR #2 SMOKE
CARBON MONOXIDE ALLOWED...........................................0.01%
DRAFT/STACK INSTALLATION................0.2" - 0.04" WC READING
WEIGHT (DRY)....................................................650 LBS / 283 KG
FUEL TANK CAPACITY...............................................10 GAL / 38 L
BELT............................................(A30 SUPER II) P/N R02-00430-II
PULLEY BUSHING...............................(H X 24MM) P/N R04-00001
VOLTAGE ..............................................................115V 60HZ 1PH
PART NUMBER..............................................................F02-00042
CURRENT...........................................................................15 AMP
CAM SWITCH...............................................................F04-00741A
MOTOR - 1/4HP.....................................................P/N V00-20383
VOLTAGE..............................................................115V 1PH 60HZ
FUEL PUMP ..........................................(DANFOSS) V-100714-001
TYPE.........................................................PRESSURE ATOMIZING
FUEL TYPE......................................KEROSENE, #1 OR #2 DIESEL
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  • Page 1 ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN IN INCHES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. 1 INCH = 25.4 MM HEAT INPUT....630,000 BTU/HR / 158,760 KCAL/HR COMBUSTION SMOKE/BACHARACH SCALE..#1 OR #2 SMOKE PUMP HEAD PRESSURE........80 PSI / 6 BAR CARBON MONOXIDE ALLOWED...........0.01% TEMPERATURE RISE...375°F @ 132 GPHR / 191°C @ 500 LPHR DRAFT/STACK INSTALLATION....0.2"...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Venting Installation Information • High Limit and Thermostat Check • OPERATION Flame Detector Check • Pre Start-Up • Hi-Limit Temperature Control Start-Up • Switch Action • Shut Down • Non-Cycling Manual Reset • MAINTENANCE Machine Steam Pressure Control Flushing • Adjustments •...

  • Page 3: Safety Symbols

    SAFETY, INSTALLATION, AND OPERATION ELECTRIC DRIVEN OIL FIRED STEAM GENERATOR MACHINE UNPACKING GENERAL SAFETY ALL CLEANERS ARE CAREFULLY INSPECTED 1. Before operating this machine, read and observe AND CARTONED TO PROTECT AGAINST all safety, unpacking, and operating SHIPPING DAMAGE. IF THERE IS DAMAGE OR instructions.

  • Page 4: Mechanical

    7. High voltage may be present within this machine. Servicing should only be performed 15. Always shut down machine before refueling. by properly trained personnel. 16. Do not overfill the fuel tank. If any spillage occurs, clean up immediately and/or neutralize the spill before attempting to operate the FUEL SAFETY machine.

  • Page 5: Installation

    INSTALLATION WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off 1. LOCATION: This machine should be the ground. Do not touch plug with wet hands. installed by only qualified technicians. The machine should be set upon a level surface where it will not be affected by strong winds, C O P P E R...

  • Page 6: Barrier

    VENTING water inlet pressure specified in the GENERAL section of the MODEL SPECIFICATIONS. WARNING: This machine emits carbon 6. BARRIER: We recommend a barrier be installed monoxide, and deadly gas, and must be vented between the machine and wash area to prevent if used in an enclosed area.

  • Page 7: Venting Installation Information

    codes for acceptable methods for the INSTALLATION”. prevention of down drafts. START-UP Refer to the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE for VENTING INSTALLATION INFORMATION: any maintenance to be performed before operation Never Reduce the Stack size. The diverter and stacking should be the same size as the stack opening on the machine.B.

  • Page 8: Shut Down

    13. STEAM OUTLET VALVE: Check the position SHUT-DOWN of the STEAM OUTLET VALVE assuring it is in the OPEN position. Slowly open the steam discharge valve. CAUTION: A good flow of water must be present at the outlet of the water trap before starting 2.

  • Page 9: Maintenance

    MACHINE 5. Apply air until a mixture of air and very little water is coming from the water trap MAINTENANCE 6. Then turn switch to the burner position and depress the vacuum switch. Run it for 45 seconds allowing any remaining water to turn FLUSHING to steam.

  • Page 10: Coil Back Pressure

    COIL BACK PRESSURE CHECK A separate descaling pump is recommended so scale and other chemicals will not come in contact with your water pump and causes premature wear. NOTE: Contact your local dealer for descaling of your unit. Disconnect the water supply. Disconnect the electrical supply.

  • Page 11: Hi-Limit Temperature Control

    "F" shown below to illuminate if the high limit trips terminal. WARNING: The control provides no Switch Action: safety protection with the jumper installed. DO NOT leave the burner in this condition except It is the non-cycling manual reset for making this check.

  • Page 12: Schedule

    MACHINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE EACH AFTER EVERY EVERY EVERY MOTOR DRIVEN STEAM FIRST DAILY YEARLY GENERATOR FIRST 8 HRS OIL BATH W A TER PUM P : Oil Level – check and add as needed per PUMP SERVICE insert. Oil Change – drain and refill per PUMP CAUTION: SERVICE insert...

  • Page 13: Fuel Pump Filter

    OIL BURNER MAINTENANCE OIL FIRED CLEANERS DANFOSS PUMP AIR BAND ADJUSTMENT Shut off fuel supply. NOTE: The air band adjustment on this burner Loosen the 2 screws with 7/64 allen wrench has been preset at the factory (elevation one turn. approximately 1400 feet).

  • Page 14: Buss Bar Alignment

    OIL BURNER MAINTENANCE OIL FIRED CLEANERS BUSS BAR ALIGNMENT 7. Partially close transformer. Check if buss bars align and contact the transformer electrodes. 1. With burner off, loosen screw and swing the If buss bars do not contact, see Buss Bar transformer away from burner gun assembly.
  • Page 15 STEAM GENERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRIC MOTOR DRIVEN OIL FIRED CLEANERS TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY A. See BURNER on MODEL 1. Machine will not A. Low fuel pressure. SPECIFICATIONS for specified pressure. rise to operating pressure. B. Water in fuel piping. B. Drain fuel tank and remove and replace filter per FUEL FILTER INSERT.
  • Page 16 STEAM GENERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT.) ELECTRIC MOTOR DRIVEN OIL FIRED CLEANERS TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY A. See P U M P TROUBLESHOOTING. 4. Excessive, A. Defective Pump. unusual noise. B. Defective motor. B.Call service technician or take engine to Repair/Warranty station. C.
  • Page 17 PUMP TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY 1. Oil leaking in the A. Worn crankshaft seal. A. Remove and replace. area of water pump B. Bad bearing. B. Remove and replace. crankshaft. C. Grooved shaft. C. Remove and replace. D. Failure of retainer o-ring D.
  • Page 18 PUMP TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY 9. Dirty or worn check A. Normal wear. A. Remove and replace. valves. B. Debris B. Check for lack of water inlet screens. 10. Presence of metal A. Failure of internal component. A. Remove and disassemble to find particles during oil probable cause.

  • Page 19: Oil Burner

    OIL FIRED BURNER TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY 1. Burner will not A. Electrodes out of alignment. A. See "ADJUSTING ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY" in BURNER ignite. M A INTENANCE SECTION. B. Electrode insulator failure. B. Remove and replace if there are breaks, cracks, or spark trails.
  • Page 20 OIL BURNER TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY 4. Pulsating pressure A. Partially clogged fuel pump A. Remove and replace strainer per FUEL PUMP FILTER in OIL BURNER strainer or filter. MAINTNANCE Section. B. Air leaking around fuel pump B. Check fuel pump cover screws for cover.

  • Page 21: Water Heater

    OIL FIRED WATER HEATER TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY A. See BURNER on MODEL 1. Machine will not rise to A. Low fuel pressure. SPECIFICATIONS for specified pressure. operating temperature B. Water in fuel piping. B. Drain fuel tank and remove and replace filter per FUEL FILTER INSERT.

  • Page 22: Steam Pressure Control

    246 - PARTS LIST - TABLE OF CONTENTS EXPLODED VIEWS & COMPONENT BREAKDOWNS Page Number Page Number • SPECIFICATIONS COMPONENT ADJUSTMENTS Inside Front cover Belt Tension See Opertion Section • Safety Timing See Operation Section • EXPLODED VIEWS High Limit And Thermostat Check •...
  • Page 25 ECN-02981 Supersedes 07-31-03 Z08-11218 12-05-03 Z08-11218...
  • Page 26 ECN-02810 Supersedes 07-31-03 12-05-31 Z08-11218...
  • Page 30 MAXIMUM FLOW....................15 GPH / 57 LPM MAXIMUM FILTRATION....................2 MICRONS MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE..................212° / 100° WEIGHT.........................1 LB / 340 GM INLET AND OUTLET PORT SIZE..................1/4 NPT...
  • Page 31 1. PRIMING THE MACHINE Spin-off the element, fill with clean fuel and coat the square gasket (3) with fuel. Reinstall the element and tighten 1/4 to 1/3 turns after the gasket contacts the upper housing. Start the machine and check that there are no leaks.
  • Page 32 CIRCUIT CELL BREAKER VACUUM HIGH SWITCH LIMIT TEMP PRESSURE SWITCH CONTROL 115 VAC SWITCH FUEL MOTOR SOLENOID RELAY 115 VAC BURNER MOTOR 115 VAC IGNITION TRANSFORMER 115 VAC DELAY DELAY TIMER TIMER PUMP MOTOR 115 VAC...
  • Page 39 95.54 28.3 95.54 NOTE: When plunger nut is removed, install a new copper washer and flinger washer to ensure proper fit and seal of ceramic plunger. If same copper washers are reused cracking or a poor seal may result. ORDER THREE FOR COMPLETE PUMP.
  • Page 41 GENERAL PUMP MAINTENANCE OIL LEVEL 6. Malfunctioning valve assemblies must be replaced. 7. Lubricate a new o-ring with the pump crankcase oil and install into valve cavity in the head. Install a good valve assembly into the cavity as illus- trated.
  • Page 42 GENERAL PUMP MAINTENANCE PLUNGER SERVICE 4. Remove the plunger from the cross head and 1. Remove pump head per “HEAD REMOVAL”. examine it for cracks, scoring, or pitting. 2. Remove any packings and retainers left on the 5. Remove and discard copper flinger washer, clean plungers by pulling them straight off.
  • Page 43 GENERAL PUMP MAINTENANCE HEAD INSTALLATION checking for binding or damage. Discard and 1. Prepare pump head per instructions in replace damaged items. “PACKING SERVICE”. 6. Lubricate packing cavities in the head and all 2. Rotate the plungers so the outer plungers are packings and adapters with pump crankcase oil.
  • Page 45 Particles too large to be “scrubbed out” fall into DIRT: Dirt is always being created in a steam the bottom of the trap away from the valve and system.
  • Page 46 STEAM/WATER TRAP OPERATION & MAINTENANCE STEAM TRAP OPERATION BUCKET TRAP SEAT IS CLOSED TO BUCKET TRAP SEAT IS OPEN TO VENT RETAIN LIVE STEAM AIR OR DRAIN CONDENSATE STEAM FLOWS: As live steam flows into the START-UP: During start-up, air is vented through bucket trap it collects at the top of the bucket.
  • Page 47 STEAM/WATER TRAP TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY 1. Improper Heating A. Bucket bleed hole is plugged, A. Disassemble the trap and unclog the bucket bleed hole. trapping air in the top of the bucket. B. Disassemble the trap and check B.

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