Southbend R24-3 User Manual

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Model

R24-3 6 3 2 1

R24-5 10 5 3 2

Electrically heated steam generator operating at 0 psi (0 kPa)
with eld replaceable elements rated at:

 7.5 kW for Model R24-3
 15.0 kW for Model R24-5

The steam generator shall be equipped for operation on:

 208 VAC, 3 Phase, 50/60 Hz. *
 240 VAC, 3 Phase, 50/60 Hz. *
 220 VAC, 3 Phase, 50/60 Hz. *
 380/220 VAC, 3 Phase, 50/60 Hz 4 wire.
 415/240 VAC, 3 Phase, 50/60 Hz 4 wire.

1” 2-1/2” 4” 6”

PanDepth

Job Item#

R24-3 shown on optional stand

SPECIFICATIONS:

Shall be a Southbend model R24-3 (3 pan) or R24-5 (5 pan) counter
convection steamer with electric steam generator, c-CSA-us and NSF

certied. Unit shall be constructed of satin 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 have removable stainless steel pan supports and a stainless steel
drip trough integrally connected to the drain in order to collect condensate

when the door is opened, 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 unit for easy
access to allow cleaning of the generator tank, de-lime mode power

setting, automatic blowdown valve, solid state liquid level controls and

split water connections for simple hook up to a water treatment system.
The steamer is constructed so that it may be mounted ush to the

counter top or on 4” (102 mm) legs. The steamer may also be stacked
using a stacking kit.

*SEE REVERSE SIDE OF SPEC SHEET FOR WATER
TREATMENT SYSTEM STATEMENTS*

OPERATION SHALL BE BY:

* UNIT SHALL BE FIELD CONVERTIBLE TO SINGLE PHASE

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

- Illumnated power switch

- Ready indicator light

- Cooking indicator light

- 60 minute electromechanical timer with end of cycle audible

alarm

- Removable stainless steel pan supports

OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES:

 380 VAC, 3 phase, 50/60 Hz.
 415 VAC, 3 phase, 50/60 Hz.
 480 VAC, 3 phase, 50/60 Hz.
 600 VAC, 3 phase, 50/60 Hz.
 Increase 7.5 kW to 10 kW (R24-3 only)
 Increase 12 kW to 15 kW (R24-5 only)
 Correctional package
 High sensitivity level controls (R.O. water)
 Constant steam feature
 120 minute timer
 Load compensating timer
 4” (102 mm) adjustable legs
 Stacking kit for (2) units
 Interconnect plumbing for 2 units
 28” high single unit stand
 34” high single unit stand
 18” high double unit stacking stand
 23” high double unit stacking stand

Form R24 Rev 5 (March/2015)

www.yatesgd.com www.yatesgraphicdesign.com

Models:

R24-3 R24-5

SERVICE CONNECTIONS

– ELECTRICAL CONNECTION: Rating to be as specied on data plate.

Model Shipping Weight MiniMuM ClearanCe

R24-3 141 lbs. [64 kg]

R24-5 169 lbs. [77 kg]

R24-3

R24-5

SIDES

BACK

0

0

R24-3

R24-5

– COLD WATER: 3/8” (10 mm) O.D. tubing at 25-50 psi (170-345 kPa).

– DRAIN: 2” (51 mm) IPS piped to open oor drain. No solid connection.

– GENERATOR WATER: 3/8” (10 mm) O.D. tubing at 25-50 psi (170-345 kPa).

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

amPS/PHaSE

moDEl kW

208v 220v 240v 380v 415v 480 v 600v

1 PH 3 PH 1 PH 3 PH 1 PH 3 PH 3 PH 3 PH 3 PH 3 PH

R24-3

7.5 Standard 36 21 34 20 31 18 12 11 9 8

10 Optional 48 28 46 26 42 24 16 14 12 10

R24-5 15 Standard 72 42 69 39 63 36 23 21 18 15

WATER QUALITY STATEMENT

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.

Form R24 Rev 5 (March/2016)

INTENDED FOR COMMERCIAL USE ONLY.

NOT FOR HOUSEHOLD USE

1100 Old Honeycutt Road, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526

[phone] www.southbendnc.com

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