Steamist TSC-250T Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Installation & Operating Instructions

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Steambath Control Models: TSC-250 & TSC-250T

Control Features

Display: The digital read out displays the ambient temperature, set point

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and remaining time in minutes. It is also used to display diagnostic error
codes.

2. Steam Icon: When illuminated the steam cycle is running.

TSC-250 Digital Temperature Control

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3. Water Icon: When steam shower is not in use the blue water waves

indicate the InstaMist feature is on. This is also illuminated when the
steam bath cycle is running.

4. Time / Temp button: Used to program the default timer when the steam

bath is off. Adjustments are made with the Up/Down buttons. The button
will switch between time and temperature when the steam bath is on.
Adjustments to the timer made during a steam bath cycle are temporary.
All temperature adjustments are held in memory for the user of the cycle
that is running.

5. IM/Stop button: Toggles the InstaMist feature on/off when the steam

bath is off and stops the steam bath cycle when a cycle is started.
InstaMist is a preheat function that keeps the water heated for quick
starts.

6. User 1 button: Starts the user one cycle and is the up function while in

cycle.

7. User 2 button: Starts the user two cycle and is the down function while

in cycle.

IMPORTANT: This control must be installed inside the steam room
for proper operation of the system.

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TIME

TEMP

IM

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STOP

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Cleaning Instructions: Use a damp cloth and mild soap.
Do NOT use abrasive cleaners which might scratch the
surface or the base of the control.

IMPORTANT: The TSC-250 Control will only function with
the current TSG steam generators.

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Installation Instructions

Pre-Installation - Control Location

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a) The TSC-250 Control must be installed inside the steam room. For

convenience the recommended height from the floor is four feet. Provide
a 1½" hole in the wall at this location (see Figure 1).

IMPORTANT: Multi-conductor cable must be installed so that the end will

not be buried inside the wall. The unit will not operate unless the control
is installed.

2. Electrical Rough-in

a) Remove the multi-conductor cable from the control packing box. Carefully

route the multi-conductor control cable from the steam generator to the
TSC-250 located inside the steamroom (see Figure 1). Route
multi-conductor cable through a ¾" conduit to protect the cable from
damage and to facilitate replacement if necessary.

3. Control and Cable Installation

a) Locate the previously installed cable and black plastic strain relief clamp

which is in the control packing box. Locate the knockout on the steam
generator for the control cable (see Figure 3).

b) Place strain relief around cable about seven inches from the end and

insert into the hole. Remove the protective covering labeled “Remove
Before Installation” from the modular jack found on the PC board.

c) Remove the protective cap from the multi-conductor cable plug. Connect

the cable to the modular jack.
d) Close and secure generator cover.
e) Locate Telco Jack at female coupler, on back of the TSC-250 control.

Remove the protective covering labeled “Remove Before Installation”.

Remove protective cap from cable and plug into jack. Check that the

Figure 1

IMPORTANT: Run the
Control Cable through
a ¾” conduit.

Inside Installation:

TSC-250 Control. Locate
away from the direct line
of shower spray and do
NOT locate above
steamhead.

1½“ Hole

located four feet

from the floor

orientation of the plug properly aligns with the jack. A snap will
indicate the plug is installed correctly (see Figure 3).

WARNING: Test the control for operation before continuing on

to the next step.

f) Peel adhesive liner from back of the control. Apply the control

to the wall. Press firmly and hold for a few seconds.

g) After the control is in place, apply silicone (supplied) around

the control to form a watertight seal (see Figure 2).

To Steam Generator

Coupler

Double-Sided
Adhesive Pad

WARNING: Elderly persons, pregnant women, or those suffering from heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, or
who are otherwise not in good health, do not use this device unless directed to do so by a physician. Also, do not use
steambath while under the influence of alcohol. For additional Important Safety Information, please see a separate

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IMPORTANT: The adhesive on the back of the TSC-250 control will NOT
seal this control. It is the responsibility of the installer to seal this control to
the wall with the supplied silicone. Water damage to the control is not
covered by the warranty.

Operating Instructions

Operation: Make sure the water and power are turned on. Simply
press USER 1 or USER 2 keypad to begin the cycle. Pressing the
Stop keypad will cancel the cycle. After a cycle is started it will take a
few minutes for the Steam Generator to heat up and begin producing
steam. This time will be less if the InstaMist has been ON. During
operation the display will show the ambient temperature or the
remaining time. This can be selected by toggling the TIME/TEMP
keypad.

Programming: : Adjustments can be made to the temperature only
while a cycle is started. When the temperature is displayed, the set
temperature can be viewed or changed by momentarily pressing the
up or down keypad. Temperature adjustments made when USER 1

Figure 3 - Cable Installation on Steam Generator

¾" Conduit

To Control

Modular Jacks:

All four modular jacks are

identical and work in

any combination.

Connect to any jack.

cycle is started will be saved to USER 1 and likewise for USER 2. All
changes made to the temperature control are stored in memory until
changed again. The temperature range is 60°F to 125°F (16°C to
52°C). While a cycle is running the remaining time can be adjusted up
or down. This adjustment is only for the current steam bath cycle. The
default time is programmed when the cycle is off by momentarily
pressing the TIME/TEMP keypad. Any adjustments made at this time
are stored as the new default time for both users.

The InstaMist feature can be selected or deselected while the system
is in the off mode. Simply press the IM keypad and the blue waves will
light to indicate you are in InstaMist mode. InstaMist keeps the
generator warm for a faster heat up.

Additional Features

Memory: The temperature set points for USER 1, USER 2, the default
time, and the selection of InstaMist are retained even if there is a
power failure.

Service Modes: To enter the service mode, in the Off mode press and
hold the TIME/TEMP button. After 3 seconds you are in service mode
and can do one of the following three functions. The service mode will
be indicated by the display of either an F or C (Fahrenheit/Celsius)
indicating the current setting. You must continue to hold the
TIME/TEMP keypad to stay in the service mode.

Service mode 1: While continuing to press the
TIME/TEMP keypad press the up arrow to change to
Fahrenheit or Celsius. The display will show the
current setting “F” or “C”. Let go to save you setting.

Service mode 2: While continuing to hold the
TIME/TEMP button, press and hold the down arrow
for 5 seconds to reset factory defaults. All the display
characters will light for 2 seconds indicating it was
done successfully.

Service Mode 3: While continuing to hold the
TIME/TEMP button press the IM/STOP button and
the program version will be displayed.

Error Messages: This control is programmed with a
diagnostic feature to help isolate any potential
problems. Errors are displayed by flashing an “Er”
followed by a 2 digit number. The first digit is the
device number. Zero for the control and 1-4 for the
generators. The second digit is the error code for that
device. Error messages “Er 01”, “Er 02”, and “Er 04”
indicate a problem internal to the control. If this
occurs, the control should be replaced. Error

Figure 4 - Installation Suggestions

TSX-220

Auxilary Outside

Control

STOP

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All Instructions must be given to the homeowner for future use.

messages “Er 03” means the control could not communicate with a
steam generator and may be a cable connection problem. If this error
occurs, check both ends of the control cable for clean, dry and secure
connections. Dirty contacts can be cleaned with alcohol and a cotton
swab or a toothbrush. This can also happen if the control is not sealed
and the cable connections get wet. Also make sure the generator is
not in test mode. Try resetting the breaker. Generator error codes are
not covered in this document.

TSC-250 or TSC, TSC-350

inside control required. Locate

TIME

IM

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2

TEMP

STOP

away from the direct line of

shower spray and do NOT

locate above steamhead.

Steamhead Installation

Steamhead should be mounted

18" above the finished floor or

6" above the rim of the tub as

far from the bather as possible

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