Blodgett SB-16E, SB-10E, SB-6E User Manual

SB-6E, SB-10E and SB-16E

CONVECTION STEAMER ON AN ELECTRIC BOILER BASE

INSTALLATION – OPERATION – MAINTENANCE

BLODGETT OVEN COMPANY

www.blodgett.com

44 Lakeside Avenue, Burlington, Vermont 05401 USA Telephone [phone] Fax: [phone]

S00047 Rev B (12/04)

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IMPORTANT NOTES FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

It is recommended that this manual be read thoroughly and that all instructions be
followed carefully.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

WARNING: Improper installation, operation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death.
Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions
thoroughly before installing, operating or servicing this equipment.

CAUTION: Operating, testing, and servicing should only be
performed by qualified personnel.

NOTICE: Contact the factory, the factory representative or local service
company to perform maintenance and repairs.

Intended for commercial use only. Not for household use.

This manual should be retained for future reference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION

Important Notes ............................................................................................................. 2

1.0 Service Connections .............................................................................................. 4

2.0 Installation Instructions ........................................................................................... 5

3.0 Operating Instructions ............................................................................................ 6

4.0 Periodic Maintenance ........................................................................................... 10

5.0 Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................... 14

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1.0 SERVICE CONNECTIONS

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION: 1/2" conduit connection to controls. Rating to be as specified on data plate.

COLD WATER: 3/8" O.D. tubing at 25-50 PSI(170-345 kPa)

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STEAM TAKE-OFF CONNECTION: 3/4"IPS optional to operate adjacent equipment.

DRAIN: 2"IPS piped to open floor drain. No Solid Connection.

Water quality is the major factor affecting the performance of your appliance. If you are unsure of water quality, consult a
local water treatment specialist and have the water analyzed. Your water supply must be within these general guidelines:

Water which fails to meet these standards should be treated by installation of water conditioner.

FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS APPLIANCE DUE TO POOR WATER QUALITY IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.

Available kW

MODEL

SB-6E

SB-10E

SB-16E

STD.

24

36

42

OPT.

42

42

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WATER QUALITY STATEMENT

Total dissolved solids
Total alkalinity
Silica
Chlorine
pH Factor

Less than 60 PPM
Less than 20 PPM
Less than 13 PPM
Less than 1.5 PPM

7.0-8.5

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

PHASEkW

208V

24 3

36

42

48

66.6

99.9

33116 .6

N/A

3

94.5

110 .2

126

AMPS PER LINE

240V220V

63 57.8

86.6

101

115.5

380V

36.5

54.7

63.8

72.9

415V

33.4

50.1

58.4

66.8

480V

28.9

43.3

50.5

57.7

600V

23.1

34.6

40.4

46.2

DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES [MM]

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REAR FLANGED FOOT DETAIL

28 [711]

23 [584]

16.75 [425]

8.75 [222]
6 [152]

5.75 [146]
0 [0]

7/16" [11mm] HOLES ON 2.5 [63] B.C.2 EQUALLY SPACED Ø

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(36" CABINET)

8.75 [222]

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55.5 [1410] SB-6E

68.50 [1740] SB-10E

67 [1702] SB-16E

18 [457]

2.75 [70]

3.5 [89]

22 [559]

16.75 [425]

24 [610]

2.5 [64]

27.5 [699]

SB-6E & SB-10E TOP VIEW

33 [838]

4.5 [114]

11.13 [283]

10 [254]

29.75 [756]

36 [914]

18 [457]

3.5 [89]

2.5 [64]

SB-16E TOP VIEW

33 [838]

24.75 [629]

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2.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Ideally an exhaust system should be located directly above the appliance to exhaust
steam and heat generated by the appliance.

1. Set the unit in place and level using a spirit level.

2. Ascertain that a floor drain (open gap) is convenient to the appliance drain.

3. Mark hole locations on floor through anchoring holes provided in flanged adjustable
feet.

4. Remove appliance and drill holes in locations marked on floor and insert proper
anchoring devices.

5. Set unit back in position and re-level left to right and front to back.

6. Bolt and anchor appliance securely to the floor.

7. Seal bolts and flanged feet with Silastic or equivalent compound.

8. Make service connections as indicated.

WARNING: Electrical and grounding connections must comply with
applicable portions of the National Electrical Code and/or other local
electrical codes.

WARNING: Disconnect electrical power supply and place a tag on
the disconnect switch to indicate that you are working on the circuit.

Use copper wire suitable for at least 200 degrees Fahrenheit (90 degrees Celsius). The
steamer must be grounded. The wiring diagram is located on the inside right hand panel
as you face the steamer.

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