Southbend R18A-4 User Manual
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uto Fill, auto Drain
Compartment Pan Capacity
Model
R18A-4 8 4 2 2
1” 2-1/2” 4” 6”
OPERATION SHALL BE BY:
Electrically heated steam generator operating at 0 psi (0kPa) with eld
replaceable elements rated at 10 kW.
The steam generator shall be equipped for operation on:
208 VAC, 10 kW, 3 Phase, 50/60 Hz. *
240 VAC, 10 kW, 3 Phase, 50/60 Hz. *
220 VAC, 8.4 kW, 3 Phase, 50/60 Hz. *
* UNIT SHALL BE FIELD CONVERTIBLE TO SINGLE PHASE
PanDepth
Job Item#
Model shown is an R18A-4
on an optional stand
SPECIFICATIONS:
Shall be a Southbend model R18A-4 (4 pan) counter
convection steamer with electric steam generator, c-CSA-us
and NSF certied. Unit shall be constructed of #4 nish 304
stainless steel with a one piece welded 316 stainless steel
cooking chamber with coved corners. The door shall have
a removable inner liner of stainless steel with full perimeter
gasket seal, an outer liner of one-piece all welded stainless
steel, and a positive lock and seal mechanism. The steamer
shall be provided with removable stainless steel pan supports
and adjustable leveling feet.
The control housing shall be constructed of stainless steel
with a full access removable panel. The controls shall include
an illuminated three way power switch (On / Off / De-lime),
a pilot ready light, a pilot cook light, 60 minute electric timer
with audible alarm at the end of the cooking cycle. Steam
ow to the cooking chamber shall be interrupted when the
door is opened and shall be reactivated when door is closed.
Standard features include a de-liming port located at the rear
of the generator tank, de-lime mode power setting, automatic
blow-down valve, solid state liquid level controls and split
water connections for simple hook up to a water treatment
system (included).
The steamer is constructed so that it may be mounted ush
to a counter top or on 4” (102 mm) legs. The steamer may
also be stacked using a stacking kit.
STANDARD FEATURES:
- Water Treatment System
- 304 stainless steel exterior
- 316 stainless steel cooking chamber with coved corners
- Heavy gauge stainless steel door with full perimeter gasket
- Positive lock and seal mechanism with spring release door
- Illuminated power switch
- Ready indicator light
- Cooking indicator light
- 60 minute electromechanical timer with end of cycle audible alarm
- Removable stainless steel pan supports
- Electromechanical controls
OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES:
380 VAC, 8.4 kW, 3 phase, 50/60 Hz.
415 VAC, 10 kW, 3 phase, 50/60 Hz.
380/220 VAC, 8.4 kW, VAC, 3 Phase, 50/60 Hz 4 wire
415/240 VAC, 10 kW, VAC, 3 Phase, 50/60 Hz 4 wire
120 minute timer
Constant steam feature
Correctional package
Load compensating timer
High sensitivity level controls (R.O. water)
4" adjustable legs
Stacking kit for (2) units
28” high single unit stand and double unit stacking stands
available (Contact factory for details)
*SEE REVERSE SIDE OF SPEC SHEET FOR WATER
TREATMENT SYSTEM STATEMENTS*
Form R18A-4 Rev 5 (February/2016)
www.yatesgd.com www.yatesgraphicdesign.com
Models:
R18A-4
SERVICE CONNECTIONS
– ELECTRICAL CONNECTION: ø 1 1/8” hole for electrical connection. Rating to be as specied on data plate.
– COLD WATER: 3/8” (10 mm) O.D. tubing at 25-50 psi (170-345 kPa).
– GENERATOR WATER: 3/8” (10 mm) O.D. tubing at 25-50 psi (170-345 kPa).
– DRAIN: 1” (13 mm) NPT
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
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R18A-4 48.1
208V, 10 kW 220V, 8.4 kW 240V, 10 kW 380V, 8.4 kW 415V, 10 kW
1 Ph 3 Ph 1 Ph 3 Ph 1 Ph 3 Ph 3 Ph 3 Ph
27.8 38.2 22.1 41.7 24.1 12.8 13.9
amPS/PhaSE
PAN CAPACITIES
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R18A-4 Total Quantity of Pans 8 4 2 2 172 lbs. [78 kg]
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:
Total dissolved solids.......................Less than 60 PPM
Total alkalinity ................................Less than 20 PPM
Silica ...............................................Less than 13 PPM
Chlorine .........................................Less than 1.5 PPM
pH Factor ......................................7.0 - 8.5
Water which fails to meet these standards should be treated by installation of water conditioner.
SOUTHBEND WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM MUST BE USED, FOR THIS APPLIANCE TO BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY*
*FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS APPLIANCE DUE TO POOR WATER QUALITY IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.
Reference www.southbendnc.com for complete warranty details and restrictions.
inchES 1” 2.5” 4” 6”
mm 25 64 102 152
WATER QUALITY STATEMENT
ShiPPing WEight minimum clEarancE
SIDES
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INTENDED FOR COMMERCIAL USE ONLY.
NOT FOR HOUSEHOLD USE
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Form R18A-4 Rev 5 (February/2016)
1100 Old Honeycutt Road, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
(919) 762-1000 www.southbendnc.com
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