Reimers RH 80 Installation, Operating, & Maintenance Instructions

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REIMERS ELECTRA STEAM, INC.
PHONE:540-662-3811
MODELS R & RH 10 THRU 30
ELECTRIC STEAM BOILERS
INSTALLATION, OPERATING, &
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
READ THIS FIRST
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION/OPERATION.
ENSURE BLOWDOWN PROPERLY/SAFELY PIPED.
STAND CLEAR OF SAFETY VALVE & SCALDING STEAM.
VALVES/PIPES ARE HOT WHEN UNDER PRESSURE OR HEATING UP – DO
Reimers Electra Steam Boilers are heated by one or more immersion-type heating
elements. Automatic controls are provided to maintain pre-set operating pressure and to
keep the water supply at the proper level. Safety features include automatic low-water
cut-off, automatic pressure control, safety pop-off valve and visible water level gauge.
Each boiler is designed to meet the requirements of ASME standards, and is
individually inspected and stamped by an authorized National Board Insurance Inspector.
All boilers are registered with the National Board of Boilers and Pressure Vessel
Inspectors.
4407 MARTINSBURG PIKE
CLEAR BROOK, VA 22624-0037
FAX:540-665-8101
10/17/2000
RB SERIES
CAUTION:
NOT TOUCH
G:\INSTR\RB20IN
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MODEL:
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  • Page 1 VALVES/PIPES ARE HOT WHEN UNDER PRESSURE OR HEATING UP – DO NOT TOUCH Reimers Electra Steam Boilers are heated by one or more immersion-type heating elements. Automatic controls are provided to maintain pre-set operating pressure and to keep the water supply at the proper level. Safety features include automatic low-water cut-off, automatic pressure control, safety pop-off valve and visible water level gauge.
  • Page 2: Warranty Period

    Claims against carriers for damage in transit must be filed by the buyer. Reimers liability, if any, will not exceed the price of Reimers products claimed to be defective.
  • Page 3: Installation

    All controls have been set at the factory and should require no adjustments. MODIFICATION/MISUSE: Any modification or misuse of this unit could result in a dangerous situation. Reimers is not liable for any product that has been modified or improperly used. REGISTRATION: Most states/cities require boiler registration/inspection. Check local regulations.
  • Page 4: Operation

    1. LOCATION: Place boiler in a level position as close as possible to the equipment to be supplied with steam. This will allow short steam connections and minimum heat losses. Cover all steam lines with insulation. Ensure that all electrical components are in a dry location not subject to steam or water.
  • Page 5: Maintenance

    4. Push low water manual reset switch. This turns on power to the heating elements. Now close the steam valve to allow pressure to build up. 5. When boiler has reached working pressure, open steam valve slowly by making 2 or 3 half turns during a period of about 2 minutes, then open the valve fully.
  • Page 6: Fuse Replacement

    CAUTION ENSURE BOILER IS COLD/DRAINED & HAS NO PRESSURE/ELECTRIC 1. Open front cabinet door. 2. Disconnect and label terminal wires. 3. Remove 4 nuts from element flange and pull out heating element. 4. Clean flange surface before installing new element & gasket. 7.
  • Page 7 4. If the clips have lost their spring, they should be replaced or clip clamps should be used. #1 for 0-30 amp/250 volt; #2 for 35-60 amp/250 volt Even if clamps are used be sure that the insides of clips are bright & clean. 13.
  • Page 8 RELAY LOW WATER CUTOFF & WATER CONTROL GAUGE GLASS REIMERS ELECTRA STEAM, INC. 4407 MARTINSBURG PIKE CLEAR BROOK, VA 22624-0037 PH: 540-662-3811 FAX: 540-665-8101 ELEMENTS 10/17/2000 PARTS LIST FOR MODELS R & RH 10 THRU 30 (RB SERIES) 20422 COND TANK 11 GAL SQUARE W/VALVE...
  • Page 9: Condensate Return System

    03262 STRAINER .375" Y 04213 SWITCH ILLUMINATED 120V 04214 SWITCH ILLUMINATED RED 250V 03943 SWITCH MANUAL RESET NC MO 02490 VALVE BALL .5" 200# 03346 VALVE BALL .5" W/LATCH 02370 VALVE CHECK .5" 02011 VALVE GLOBE .5" 02325 VALVE GLOBE 3/8” 02637 VALVE SAFETY .5"...
  • Page 10 PHONE 540-662-3811 OR FAX 540-665-8101 RECOMMENDED BOILER INSTALLATION PARAMETERS PROPER LOCATION OF EACH REIMERS BOILER WITH REGARD TO COMBUSTIBLE AND NONCOMBUSTIBLE SURFACES AND MATERIALS IS CODED ON THE BOILER NAMEPLATE. THE FOLLOWING DECODING SKETCH AND DESCRIPTION IS PROVIDED FOR THE USER INFORMATION...
  • Page 11 A-CLEARANCE ABOVE TOP OF BOILER B-CLEARANCE FROM FRONT OF BOILER PREFIX C TO NUMERAL INDICATES SUITABILITY FOR CLOSET OR ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS. PREFIX A INDICATES SUITABILITY FOR ALCOVE BUT NOT FOR CLOSET D-CLEARANCE FROM BACK OF BOILER EL -CLEARANCE FROM LEFT SIDE OF BOILER ER- CLEARANCE FROM RIGHT SIDE OF BOILER F- INDICATES TYPE OF FLOORING: "NC"...

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