Amerec AK Series User manual

AMEREC STEAMBATH GENERATORS
(FOR USE WITH AMEREC AK AND 3K MODEL
GENERATORS)
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Thank you for purchasing your new AMEREC steam generator. If we can be of any assistance do
not hesitate to call our Service Department at 1-800-331-0349.
FOR THE SAFETY OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY PLEASE READ THE WARNINGS TO
THE RIGHT AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR STEAMBATH.
POST "WARNING" LABEL OUTSIDE STEAMBATH FOR SAFETY WARNINGS.
REQUIRED POSTING ON DOOR OF STEAM ROOM OR ADJACENT TO DOOR FOR
ALL COMMERCIAL INSTALLATIONS.
Electric Shock Hazard - High voltage exists
within this equipment. There are no user
serviceable parts in this equipment. All
installation and service to this equipment
should be performed by qualified licensed
personnel.
Do not exceed 30 minutes in a steambath.
Excessive exposure can be harmful to your
health. Excessive exposure can produce a
rapid pulse, light-headedness, weakness
or fainting. If you become uncomfortable
or experience any of the above conditions
exit the steambath immediately.
Steambaths can put undue stress on the
body. Therefore a steambath should be
used only under a doctor's direction if you:
Are pregnant
Have a heart condition
Have high blood pressure
Have circulatory problems
Are under the influence of alcohol
Are under the influence of drugs
Have diabetes
Are under the care of a physician
Are in generally poor health
Children should only use the steambath
under close adult supervision.
Scald Hazard: Do Not Touch the steam
head or trim during operation as they are
HOT. Stay at least 12 inches away from the
hot steam escaping from the steam head.
It is recommended that the steambath not
be operated for more than one timer cycle
without allowing the steam bath enclosure
to cool because of the following:
Certain construction materials may be
damaged by the higher than normal heat.
A scald hazard could be presented by bath
fixtures overheating.
Be careful when entering a steambath.
Escaping steam from an overheated steam
room may cause injury.
1. Assure that both the power circuit and water
supply to the generator are ON.
2. To activate the steam press the control on. In 10
to 20 minutes the room should be comfortable enough
to begin taking a steam bath. The unit will turn off
automatically in 30 minutes. The average time spent
taking a steam bath is approximately 10 minutes.
3. Remove clothing and jewelry.
4. Enter the steam room and close the door to prevent
steam from escaping.
5. Relax and enjoy the warm steam releasing tense
muscles and refreshing the entire body.
6. If your steam room has a shower, a pleasant
experience can be achieved by taking a warm shower
while in the steam. You will find the contrast from
water to steam quite invigorating.
7. Pressing the control while the steam generator is
operating will shut it off.
8. The R30K control does not provide automatic
temperature control. Use the on/off button to control
the temperature as desired.
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The steam generator, steam head, fittings and plumb-
ing connections should be inspected annually for
water leaks and damage.
The AK steam generator is equipped with a drain
valve for flushing sediments from the generator tank.
This procedure should be scheduled monthly or
more often depending on local water conditions and
steam bath usage.
FLUSHING PROCEDURE
1. The generator should be cool.
2. Turn control on.
3. Open the drain valve.
4. The unit will drain without heating the water.
5. Allow the water to run 10 minutes.
6. Close the drain valve.
SECTION 1: OPERATION OF YOUR NEW AMEREC GENERATOR
SECTION 2: MAINTENANCE OF THE AK SERIES
AK and 3K Series with R30K Control Owners Manual
WARNING
REDUCE THE RISK OF
1. Exit immediately if uncomfortable, dizzy or sleepy. Staying too long in
a heated area is capable of causing overheating.
REDUCE THE RISK OF
Use care when entering or exiting the steam room, floor may be slippery.
NOTE: For additional safety instructions, see owner’s manual.
CAUTION!
Do not contact steam head. Stay at least 12" away
from hot steam escaping from the steam outlet.
OVERHEATING AND SCALDING
2. Supervise children at all times.
3. Check with a doctor before use if pregnant, diabetic, in poor health or
under medical care.
4. Breathing heated air in conjunction with consumption of alcohol, drugs
or medication is capable of causing unconsciousness.
SLIPPING AND FALL INJURY
WARNING

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AK and 3K Series with R30K Control Owners Manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. WARNING - To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this
product unless they are closely supervised at all times.
3. WARNING - To reduce the risk of injury:
a. The wet surfaces of steam enclosures may be slippery. Use care when
entering or leaving.
b. The steam head is hot. Do not touch the steam head and avoid the
steam near the steam head.
c. Prolonged use of the steam system can raise excessively the internal
human body temperature and impair the body’s ability to regulate its
internal temperature (hyperthermia). Limit your use of steam to 10 - 15
minutes until you are certain of your body’s reaction.
d. Excessive temperatures have a high potential for causing fetal damage
during the early months of pregnancy. Pregnant or possibly pregnant
women should consult a physician regarding correct exposure.
e. Obese persons and persons with a history of heart disease, low or high
blood pressure, circulatory system problems, or diabetes should consult
a physician before using a steambath.
f. Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a
steambath since some medication may induce drowsiness while other
medications may affect heart rate, blood pressure and circulation.
4. WARNING - Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body
reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98.6
degrees F. The symptoms of hyperthermia include an increase in the internal
temperature of the body, dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness and fainting. The effect
of hyperthermia include:
a. Failure to perceive heat:
b. Failure to recognize the need to exit the steambath:
c. Unawareness of impending risk:
d. Fetal damage in pregnant women:
e. Physical inability to exit the steambath: and
f. Unconsciousness.
WARNING - The use of alcohol, drugs or medication can greatly increase the
risk of hyperthermia.
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AK and 3K Series with R30K Control Owners Manual
The Troubleshooting Guide below is meant as a general aid only. There are no user serviceable parts in the generator. All repairs should be performed by a qualified service
person. For additional assistance or the factory authorized service person nearest you call AMEREC's Service Department at 1-800-331-0349.
SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES ACTION TO BE TAKEN
Control "ON"
(Control Lighted)
No Steam
No water to Generator
or
Control circuit is faulty
or
Generator is faulty
1. Wait at least 10 minutes after turning on Control.
2. Verify that the water is on.
3. Verify that the Generator's drain valve is closed.
4. If the above 4 steps do not disclose the problem turn off the Generator's circuit breaker. Call AMEREC's Service Department.
Control "OFF"
(Control light off)
Unit still makes steam
Control circuit is faulty
or
Generator is faulty
1. Turn off circuit breaker.
2. Call AMEREC's Service Department.
Water runs out steam head Generator is faulty 1. Turn off circuit breaker.
2. Turn off water.
3. Call AMEREC's Service Department.
SECTION 3: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
• For assistance or part orders please contact your local
AMEREC Dealer or call AMEREC at 1-800-331-0349. Please
help us serve you better by:
1. Identifying the problem by using the troubleshooting guide
in this manual.
2. Read number 12, the UL Rating Label to obtain your unit's
model and code number.
• When ordering parts please provide the number, description
and quantity needed. When ordering wire assemblies, please
describe the wires by color, location and/or their connection
points.
• Do not return any materials to AMEREC without first
contacting AMEREC for a Return Authorization Number.
Freight must be prepaid to AMEREC.
17683 128th Place NE, Building C
Woodinville, Washington 98072, USA
425-951-1120 Fax: [phone]
NUMBER PART NAME DESCRIPTION
1FRAME CHASSIS
2TERMINAL POWER INPUT TERMINAL BLOCK
3COVER FRONT WITH WD LABEL
4COVER ELEMENT ACCESS
5TANK TWO ELEMENTS
6INSULATION BLANKET
7BRACKET L BRACKET
8NIPPLE DRAIN NIPPLE
9TERMINAL OPTIONAL AUTO FLUSH TERMINAL BLOCK
11 CAP CAP, THREAD PROTECTOR
12 LABEL UL RATING
13 PROBE TRIPLE LEVEL
14 ELEMENT REPLACEMENT ELEMENT
15 VALVE WATER INLET
16 CLAMP SELF-TIGHTENING
17 HOSE WATER
18 CLAMP AUGER
19 VALVE MANUAL DRAIN
20 GASKET ELEMENT
22 VALVE PRESSURE RELIEF
23 PCA PRINTED CIRCUIT ASSEMBLY, AK
24 LUG GROUND
28 BOLT 1/4-20 x 1/2"
29 WASHER 1/4" LOCK
33 CONTROL CONTROL HOUSING
34 CABLE CONTROL CABLE
35 CONTROL R30K
37 STEAM HEAD DISPERSION HEAD (NOT SHOWN)
38 PLACARD SAFETY (NOT SHOWN)
39 LABEL WIRE DIAGRAM
40 FUSES 15/100 SLO-BLO (NOT SHOWN)
1
28
12
4
43
29
15
24
23
2
16
7
8
22
19
5
18
17
20
14
6
13
3
39
33
44
21
34
9
35
36
11
50
13
35