The HSF 3, 4, and 5 Steamers are single compartment pressureless steam cookers with an internal
electric steam generator that maintains water temperature at approximately 205°F (96°C). HSF3 is
rated 7.5
At high altitude locations a lower temperature is required to achieve atmospheric steaming. Contact
your local Hobart-authorized service office to have the thermostat adjusted if the steamer will be
operated at high altitudes.
KW as standard; 10 KW is optional. HSF4 is rated 10 KW. HSF5 is rated 15 KW.
INSTALLATION
UNPACKING
Immediately after unpacking the steamer, check for possible shipping damage. If the steamer is found
to be damaged after unpacking, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days
of delivery.
Prior to installation, verify that the electrical service agrees with the specifications on the machine data
plate which is located on the left side panel.
LOCATION
Allow space for plumbing and electrical connections. Minimum clearances are 2" (5 cm) on the sides
and 6" (15 cm) on the back for proper air circulation. Allow adequate access for operating and servicing
the steamer (36" [91 cm] at the front of the steamer and 15" [38 cm] above the steamer).
LEVELING FEET (STANDARD) OR 4" (10 CM) ADJUSTABLE LEGS (OPTIONAL)
Thread the four 2" (5 cm) leveling feet, shipped in a bag inside the steamer cabinet, into the threaded
holes on the bottom corners of the steamer. Or, thread the four optional 4" (10 cm) adjustable legs
into the threaded holes on the bottom corners of the steamer.
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LEVELING
1. Install the racks and place a spirit level or pan of water on a rack in the steamer.
2. Adjust the leveling feet or the feet on the adjustable legs to level the steamer front-to-back and
side-to-side.
3. After the drain is connected, check for level by pouring water onto the floor of the compartment.
• All water should drain through the opening at the back of the compartment cavity.
ANCHORING STEAMER (WITHOUT LEGS)
1. Place steamer in the desired location on the leveled counter top and mark four corners.
2. Remove the steamer and drill
1
/2" (1.3 cm) holes as indicated in Fig. 1.
3. Apply a bead of RTV or other equivalent sealant around the bottom perimeter edge of the
steamer. If anchoring the steamer, this bottom seal is necessary to meet NSF requirements.
20"
3
/8 - 16 bolts (not supplied).
4. Set steamer on counter and bolt down securely with
1 7/8"
(4.8 cm)
(50.8 cm)
Drill 1/2" (1.3cm) holes through
counter top
27 3/8"
(69.5 cm)
23 3/8"
(59.4 cm)
Mark 4 corners on
counter top
PL-53052
23 3/4"
(60.3 cm)
Fig. 1
STACKING KIT
Follow instructions in the stacking kit when installing stacked convection steamers.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
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 AT THE
DISCONNECT SWITCH INDICATING THAT YOU ARE WORKING ON THE CIRCUIT.
The wiring diagram is located on the right side panel as you face the steamer.