Steamist TSG-15 Electrical Installation Instructions

Electrical Installation Instructions

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Steambath Generators Model: TSG-15

The Steamist “TSG” Generator operates with a TSC control
mounted inside and optional TSR remote control located outside
the steamroom. It’s small enough in size to be tucked away using
very little space in a vanity, closet, or basement, but large
enough to provide steam for most residential baths.

The Steamist “TSG” Steambath Generator comes factory
assembled, carefully wired and tested.

NOTE: The “TSG” Generators are designed only to work with
the"TSC" Control.

1. Pre-Installation

a) Proper electrical supply (208 or 240 Volt): See rating

label on Steam Generator and Chart on page 4.
Determine proper size of wire, voltage, amperage, and
phase for the Steam Generator. Only UL rated 90°C
wire can be used.

b) In-line fuse/circuit breaker required: Fuse/circuit breaker

to be installed must be sized in accordance with chart
on back page. Do NOT install a GFI (Ground Fault
Interrupter) to this equipment (per article 210-8 in the
National Electric Code).

c) Route power supply cable to the location where the

Steam Generator will be installed (before walls are
closed).

b) Locate the supply line knockout. Mount proper

strain relief into knockout hole.

c) Strip back power cable’s outer insulation jacket

eight inches and insert into Steam Generator.
Strip back insulation ½" from the three (3)
incoming wires (two power and one ground).

d) Insert ground wire into grounding lug located

on the right side of the electrical compartment
and secure.

CAUTION: Be sure the ground wire does not
come in contact with a live electrical part.

e) Locate the terminal/fuse block in the upper portion

of the electrical box. Insert power wires into the
power lugs on the back of the terminal/fuse block
and secure.

4. Optional Auto Drain Valve Connection

a) Open knockout for Auto Drain Valve conduit

connection.

b) Route flexible conduit from valve to knockout and

secure.
c) Connect two wires from valve to the two place
terminal strip provided (see Figure 2).

2. Electrical Rough-in

a) Route appropriate power cable to the location the Steam

Generator will be installed. If receptacle is desired,
mount the box for the receptacle near the location of
the Steam Generator (see Figure 3).

NOTE: The plug and receptacle require a rating of no

less than 250V and proper amperage. Refer to chart on
page 4 for amperage rating.

After the walls are complete, the Steam Generator and

Control can be wired.

3. Steam Generator Electrical Installation

WARNING: All power to the Steam Generator must be

turned off.

a) Remove the four screws holding the electrical access

cover and remove cover.

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

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steambath while under the influence of alcohol.

IMPORTANT: The warranty of this product is voided if it is used in a commercial application or for anything other than a residential
steambath installation. All electrical connections must be performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with Local and National
Electric Codes.

Figure 1 - Steam Generator

Knockout for
Control Cable

Electrical

Panel Cover

Install Upright

and Level

Knockouts for

Electrical Supply Line

¾" Steam

Outlet

¾" Safety

Relief Valve

Water Inlet

⅜" Compression

Fitting

Optional Auto

Drain Installed

Model TSG-AD

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Checklist Models: TSG-15

Before starting, insure that the conditions of the following checklist have been met:

The proper size Steam Generator has been selected by
using the sizing page in the “Full Line Brochure,” “Pricing
Guide,” or “The Generator Sizing Guide” in the Residen­tial Systems/Steambath Product Information section of
the Steamist website - www.steamist.com.

CAUTION: An improperly sized Steam Generator will
NOT produce the amount of steam necessary to reach
selected temperature.

The proper voltage Steam Generator has been selected
(i.e., 208V or 240V). A 208V Generator operating on
240V will damage the heating element, and a 240V
Generator operating on 208V will result in a 25%
loss of power.

Figure 2 - Internal Electrical Connections

The Steam Generator is installed in an upright position.
The proper sized 90°C wire and circuit breaker have

been used.
The circuit breaker is NOT a GFI (Ground Fault

Interrupter) type.
The Steam Generator is properly grounded.
The circuit breaker or disconnect switch is on.
Water supply is open to the Steam Generator.

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Figure 3 - Typical Installation Models: TSG-15

Inside Installation

Control should be mounted

four feet from the floor. Select a

location convenient to the

bather but not in a direct line of

Shower or Body sprays and not

directly above the steam head.

The TSC Control MUST be
installed inside (Required).

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