Primula Vapormat User manual

IRONING PRESSING MACHINERIES - FUSING PRESSES
Instruction Manual
Vapormat
CE

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Table of contents
1.ATTENTION!!! ...............................................................................................................................................3
2.Technical Details……………………………………………………………………………………………………..4
2.1 Identification Data……………………………………………………………………………………………….4
2.2 Use of the instruction Manual ……………………………………………………………………………..4
2.3 Technical Description …………………………………………………………………………………………..5
2.4 Technical Characteristics………………………………………………………………………………………5
3. General rules and Warnings………………………………………………………………………………..…6
3.1 General rules of using the steam generator……………….…………………………………………6
3.2 Warning marks placed on the steam generator……………………………………………………6
4. Instrutions for installation………………………………………………………………………………………7
4.1. Installation………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7
4.2. Electrical Connection…………………………………………………………………………………………..7
5. Operating Instructions …………………………………………………………………………………………..7
5.1 Activation Instructions………………………………………………………………………………………….8
5.2 Instructions for turning off the steam generator…………………………………………………..9
6.Maintenance-Testing………………………………………………………………………………………………9
6.1 Maintenance………………………………………………………………………………………………………..9
6.2 Test the good operation of the machine……………………………………………………………….9
7. Troubleshooting………………..…………………………………………………………………………………10
7.1 The pump does not run……………………………………………………………………………………...10
7.2 The water is not heated while the steam lamp lights on……………………………………..10
7.3 The boiler is overheated. The overheating lamp (No 54) is on…………..………………. 10
7.4 The steam iron is not heated while the iron green lamp (on the keyboard) lights
on…..…………………………………..………………………………………………………………………………………..10
7.5 The boiler is overfilled and the iron blows steam & water ………………………..………..…..10
7.6 The pump is ordered to feed water in very short periods & steam draining is
appeared in the feeder vessel No 41…………………………………………………………………………11
7.7 Safety Valve……………………………………………………………………………………………………….11
8Control keyboard indications…………………………………………………………………………………12
Images of the spare parts…………………………………………………………………………………………13
List of spare parts…………………………………………………………………………………………………….14
Wiring Diagram……………………………………………………………………………………………………….16
List of spare parts of wiring diagram………………………………………………………………………..17
TECHNICAL ASSISTANT…………………………………………………………………………………………….18

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1. ATTENTION!!!
Please read this instruction manual very carefully before you start using your Steam
Generator.
The customer by purchasing this product declares that he is fully aware, and accepts
everything mentioned in this operating manual.
Primula SA assumes neither responsibility for any errors herein, nor for incidental nor for
resulting damage in connection with the performance or use of this operating manual.
You may not copy, reproduce, or translate this operating manual, or parts of it, to another
language without prior written consent of Primula SA.
Any information in this manual may be subject to change without any prior notice.
CAUTION! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING THE
STEAM GENERATOR!!!
2nd edition –April 2017
© Primula S.A. 2016
Company name: Primula S.A
Address: 14th km Thessaloniki –Kilkis,
57200 Liti, Thessaloniki, Greece
Industry: Manufacturing of Ironing, Pressing and Finishing Equipment
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web: www.primula.gr
E-mail: [email protected]

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2. Technical Details
2.1 Identification Data
The steam generator "VAPORMAT" is a machine of high advanced technology with many
advantages, unique in its kind. It is manufactured according to International and European
safety standards by a company with experience ,since 1969, in this sector. Congratulations
for your choice!
Regarding its characteristics, the steam Generator includes a serial number plate (see below)
where all its specifications are displayed. Every warning and symbol that is placed on the
steam generator is in accordance with the guideline 97/23/EC of the European Union.
The serial number plate has been placed in a visible place on the steam generator and is
made from fadeless material.
Amongst others, the Serial Number plate displays the following:
Amongst others, the Serial Number plate displays the following:
Company Logo
Manufacturer information
Model
Serial Number
Rated Voltage of Use
Rated Frequency of Use
Capacity
Test Pressure
Working Pressure
Year of manufacturing
Accumulated Installed Wattage
Amperage
Power of Water Pump
Steam Output
Water Volume
Weight
Picture 1: Serial Number Sign
2.2 Use of the instruction Manual
The correct assembly and adjustment of the machine is vital to the safety of the user and the
machine’s life span. For this reason, the installation, alteration, replacement or extension of
the ironing table should only be performed by qualified personnel.

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Under no circumstances is interventions allowed in the machine, unless it’s for the planned
maintenance by an unauthorized engineer.
If you remain uncertain regarding the correct assembly of the machine even after reading the
instructions, contact the manufacturer or an authorized representative before starting the
operation of the machine.
2.3 Technical Description
Industrial electric steam generator for continuous operation Available in 6 models
depending on the power from 2.5KW up to 6KW. Different connection for one, two or three
steam irons.
It is equipped with fault detection program and electronic keyboard with touch buttons. All
functions are electronically controlled through an electronic plate. Suitable for garment
industry, dry cleaning shop, tailors shops and ateliers.
Special Features:
Electronic water level control system through 3 electrodes
Fault detection program and electronic keyboard with touch buttons
Cylinder steel Boiler 8.5 L / thickness 7.1mm. (The water drops glide down to the
bottom of the boiler)
Outside and inside welding of boiler to avoid oxidation
Double steam outlet for 2 Irons which keeps the steam dry
Water inlet through a copper tube Ø12mm
External Safety valve
20L external water tank
Wheels for easy transport and service
2.4 Technical Characteristics
Model
Vapormat/1-2,5
Vapormat/1-4
Vapormat/2-4
Vapormat/2-6
Vapormat/3-6
Heating capacity
2,5KW
4KW
4KW
6KW
6KW
Steam outlets
1
1
2
2
3
Steam capacity
3,25kg/h
5,2kg/h
5,2kg/h
7,8kg/h
7,8kg/h
Power supply
230V-1ph-
50Hz/60Hz
230V-1ph-
50Hz/60Hz
or
400V-3ph-
50Hz/60Hz
230V-1ph-
50Hz/60Hz
or
400V-3ph-
50Hz/60Hz
400V-3ph-
50Hz/60Hz
400V-3ph-
50Hz/60Hz
Steam pressure
3,5 bar
3,5 bar
3,5bar
3,5bar
3,5bar
Packing Dim.
54X59X99cm.
54X59X99cm
54X59X99cm
54X59X99cm
54X59X99cm
Net Weight
53kg
53kg
53kg
53kg
53kg
Gross Weight
58kg
58kg
58kg
58kg
58kg
For all 5 models
Normal working pressure
3,5 bar
Admissible design pressure
6,2 bar
Steam temperature/3,2-3,5bars
149 oC
Electric connections
Neutral wire and earth wire separate
according to VDE Regulations
Boiler capacity
8,5lt
Max. boiler’s water capacity
4lt
Min. boiler’s water capacity
3,5lt

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Wiring according to European Specifications
Blue-Neutral wire
Green/yellow-earth wire
Brown –black –Grey -phase
Feeding-water tank
20lt
Condensate tank
10lt
Heating-up time
Ca 15-20 minutes
3.General rules and Warning
3.1General rules of using the steam generator
For the safe usage of your Steam Generator, please read the following operating instructions
carefully, as listed below:
Install, use and maintain the Steam Generator according to the instructions in this
manual. Otherwise, the manufacturer has no responsibility for the possible failed
operation or safety.
Before connecting the power supply, check that the voltage corresponds to the
voltage indicated on the technical specifications label.
Connect the machine only to a power supply that meets the minimum required
frequency and is properly grounded. Do not leave the steam generator while it is
operating or is on power without supervision.
Use the Steam Generator ONLY for the intended purpose in accordance with the
current instruction manual and only with the accessories that are provided or that are
intended for this specific Steam Generator. The manufacturer is not liable for any
damages resulting from misuse or wrong use of the Steam Generator.
DO NOT touch the power supply with wet hands.
Do not clean the Steam Generator with corrosive or other damaging
materials/chemicals.
Never use the Steam Generator to support any other machine or structure.
It is strictly prohibited to do any kind of welding or alterations on the Steam
Generator or its parts.
It is strictly prohibited to remove any protective device/guards.
It is strictly prohibited to intervene in the control units/circuit boards of the Steam
Generator.
It is strictly forbidden to proceed any modification to the technical
specifications (according to CE directives) of the machine (electrical or
mechanical). Primula has not the responsibility in case of any
intervation against the initial function of the machine.
Please contact your dealer or the manufacturer for any malfunction or further
information.
3.2 Warning marks placed on the steam generator
The following attention marks are placed on each steam generator:

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The operator of the system has the obligation to inform himself regarding the dangers which
may occur during usage, so that he/she can avoid them or minimize their occurrence as best
as he/she is able to.
4.Instrutions for installation
4.1Installation
The machine is ready to work. Just place it to the requested position and connect it to
the power.
The good operation of the machine is depended of the feedwater formation.
Feedwater requirements:
Hardness
less than 100mg/las CaCO or less than 6 German degrees
PH
7-8
CO
No free CO allowed.
TDS
less than 200mg/l.
Fe
None
Suspended solids
Water should be clear and free from suspended solids, colloids, alcal, ect
In case that the hardness of the water is more than the above requirements, it is
recommended to use ANTISCAL. The lime contained in the water may be placed in the boiler
and on the heating elements will cause faults. The use of ANTISCAL prevents deposits of lime.
4.2 Electrical Connection
For the electrical connection and all for the power supply, please follow carefully the
instructions of the wiring diagram (enclosed) as well the WARNING symbols, attached to the
machine.Connect the machine to the power supply through the plug Nο 47 (see images of
the spare parts on page 13) . If power supply is 230Volt/1phase, the connection must be
done ,in a 3-poles socket plug (1 phase, 1 neutral, 1 ground). The power must be insured by a
2-poles (25 Amber) fuse.
CAUTION! For your own safety, pay attention to all the warning labels (yellow coloured) that
are placed on the machine. The manufacturer bears no liability for any damages or accidents
due to faulty supplying network or to not specified personnel.

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5.Operating Instructions
For the instructions mentioned in the current section please see the below picture 2.
5.1. Activation Instructions
Picture 2: Steam Genarator “Vapormat”
Fill with clean water the feedwater vessel 25lts( No 41).
Turn on the water inlet valve(Ball valve ½, No 26) in order to permit the water
circulation in the machine.
Turn on the main switch (No 31) and press the button ON on the keyboard.
The water pump starts to feed water the boiler. The green light No 2 (PUMP ON) of the
control keyboard (No 54) should be on. After a while, the green light No 1 (STEAM ON)
on the control keyboard, should be on. The boiler starts heating the water in order to
supply steam in about 15-20 min. (In case you have a model carrying a 6KW the heating
element the requested time for steam preparation is 9-11 min). The manometer should
reach 3,5 bars. The machine is ready to work.
Press the iron’s buttons on the control keyboard. Press only one button if the
requested produced steam is for 1 steam iron, or both buttons if the requested
produced steam is for 2 steam irons.
Adjust the temperature of the iron, by the thermostat knob, according to the fabric
requirements.
Adjust the steam consumption by the adjustor knob No 37, according to the fabric
requirements. You can start ironing!
In case of purchasing the Vapormat/3-6, turn on the switch of AD/5 cell for supplying
steam to the third iron.
WARNING ! To avoid burning accidents ,follow carefully the instructions below:
Fill the condensate vessel C (sketched below) with water,at a level of 5 cm.approximately.
Screw tightly cap D.Unlock safety blocker A.Turn on slowly the outlet valve B in order to
remove any water condensates from the boiler. After finishing, turn off the outlet valve B
and lock again safety blocker A.
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C
CAUTION !
The first time you press the iron's microswitch to flow steam you may have a steam
liqui- dation,due to the cold condition of the iron's steam hose.So please press 2-3
times the micro -switch away from the working surface until only clean dry steam
flows out.
Before on start working, make sure that the water-feeding vessel of the machine, is
filled.
In case the pump will be running unusual noisily for quite long period of time, the
feedwater tank may be empty or the filling hose may be clogged.
5.2. Instructions for turning off the steam genarator
Switch off the iron’s buttons and press the button ON on the control keyboard No 55.
Turn off the main switch No 31.
Turn off the water inlet valve No 53.
Turn on the outlet valve No 26 to remove the water deposited in the boiler.
6.Maintenance-Testing
For the instructions mentioned in the current section please see the images of spare parts on
page 13.
6.1 Maintenance
Keep the machine as clean as possible.
Clean the inside of the machine by compressed air,at least 2 times per year.
(Depending on the quality of the water).
Clean periodically the electrode No 12 from deposited salts ,and pay attention on its
replacement. (See the correct position on the enclosed wiring diagram).
Check periodically if the links of the water and steam pipes have leaks.
Take the chance to clean the salts of the inside of the steam boiler No 1 , by using a
pointed instrument, when the heating element No 23 has to be replaced
Leave the steam boiler No 1 filled with water to avoid boiler’s inside oxidation When
you keep the machine out of operation for a long period of time.
6.2Test the good operation of the machine
Remove a small quantity of water (0,5lit.approx.) of the boiler, by turning on slowly the outlet
valve No 26.The pump is activated automatically in order to feed the boiler with the lost
quantity of water. When the pump stops, turn off the outlet valve No 26.Wait for a few
minutes .When the manometer No 7 reaches 3,5 bars, the machine is ready to work.This
procedure must be periodically repeated.

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7.Troubleshooting
7.1The pump does not run:
Check the red lamp (LED) responding to the pump, on the PC card typ.1098 or 0599,
which is next to the black micro relay of 30A. If the red lamp is on check the fuse 6
Amber responding to the pump on the PC card typ 1098 or 0599.
Check if the voltage of the power supplied to the pump is 230V.
Check if the pump is stuck off due to corrosion or salts.This usually happens when the
pump is out of work for a long period of time.
Shooting : Turn the Pivot of the pump by putting a
screwdriver though the hole of the backside of the
machine which leads to the pump.
Check if the pump is blown-off. Replace it.
7.2The water is not heated while the green lamp 1(steam) lights on.
Check the red lamp (LED) which is used for the heating micro relay on the PC card
typ.1098 or 0599 No 36.
If it is on, check the fuse 1 Amber which is used for the heating micro relay on the PC
card typ.1098 or 0599 No 36
Check the micro relay 2x10 Amber which is used for the heating on the PC card
typ.1098 or 0599 No 36.
If the red lamp (LED) responding to the heating micro relay is off check the pressostat
No 14 (symbol PS on the wiring diagram)
Check the heating relay 3 x 25A , R1 (symbol on the wiring diagram)
Check the overheating system.
7.3 The boiler is overheated. The overheating lamp (No 54) is on.
Wait for a while, until the steam generator brings the temperature down.
Unscrew the black knob towards left(No24).
Inside, there is a small black buttom.(RESET)Press it. The overheating lamp is of.
The steam genarator is then ready to refunction. In case that even after the RESET proce-
dure the steam generator does not function, please ask immediately for technical
assistance.
Shooting:Clean up the steam generator and the electrodes from salts and replace the
electrodes if necessary.Check the water’s level control system.Do the test for the good
operation of the machine.
7.4The steam iron is not heated while the iron green lamp (on the keyboard) lights
on.
Check the red lamp (LED) responding to the iron on the PC card typ 1098 or 0599. If it
is on check the fuse 6 Amber responding to the iron on the PC card typ 1098 or 0599
Check the micro relay 2x10 Amber responding to the iron on the PC card 1098 or 0599
Check the socket (PF1 or PF2 on the wiring diagram) where the iron is plugged.
Check the iron itself.
If the iron is heated normally but it does not blow steam check coil No 31 (12W/230V) of
the solenoid steam valves (V1, V2 on the wiring diagram)
7.5The boiler is overfilled and the iron blows steam & water
Check the electrodes No 46,47,48 :clean or replace them.
Check the solenoid water valve No18 : clean or replace it.
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7.6 The pump is ordered to feed water in very short periods & steam draining is appeared
in the feeder vessel No 41
Check the one-way valve No 16:Clean or replace it, paying attention on putting it back
correctly.
7.7Safety valve
Check the pressostat No 14. Adjust it at max. 3,5bar. If it remains open –the
manometer No 7 shows over 3,5bar.

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8. Control keyboard indications
Symbol
Indication
Message
What to do
1-"steam ON"
The green light is on.
The procedure of water
-
heating starts. When the
green light is off (in 15-
18’ from 10 oC) steam is
ready.
2-"pump ON"
The green light is on.
The pump feeds water to
-
the boiler normally.
3-"Level Error"
The red light is on.
Problem at the water
-Clean or replace
level control system.
electrodes No 46,47,48.
Automatic interruption
-Check if the electrodes
of the machine
wiring has been cut off.
operation.
-Replace the PC board
4-"Water Error"
The red light is on 35sec
Problem at
the water
-Check the pump No 2
after the starting.
feeding or its circulation
is faulty or stuck.
in the machine.
-Check if the pump's
Automatic
interruption
pressure is low.
of
the
machine
-Clean pipes No 9 & 20
operation.
from salts & rubbish
- Replace the solenoid
water valve No 18.
- Check if feedvessel No
41 is empty of water.
Button "ON"
The green light is on.
Machine is on function.
-
The green light is off.
Machine is out of
function.
Iron’s buttons
1.The green light is on, to
1.The machine supplies
the left or the right
steam to 1 iron.
button.
-
2.The machine supplies
2.The green light is on, at
steam to 2 irons.
both buttons.

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Images of spare parts

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List of spare parts
Pos.
Articel nr.
Designation
1
193-03-001
Boiler
2
303-06-002-4
Water pump 0,5HP Apm37
303-06-002
Water pump 0,5HP Pedrolo
3
303-03-003-4
Heating element 2500W/VR 230V
303-03-003-1
Heating element 4000W/VR 230V
303-03-003-2
Heating element 4000W/VR 400V
303-03-003-3
Heating element 6000W/VR 400V
4
193-03-004
Seal heating flange
5
303-06-025
Heating element’s screw
6
303-03-056
Outlet hose
7
303-03-007
Manometer
8
193-03-008
Manometer’s coil
9
303-06-058
T 1/4"-1/4"-1/4"(F-F-F)
10
303-03-010
Solenoid steam valve 9934
11
303-03-011-6
Safety valve 1/2" BETA
12
193-03-012
Set of electrodes
13
303-06-027-1
Teflon pipe 1/2"
14
303-03-014
Pressostat
15
193-03-015
Pressostat’s coil
15.1
193-06-012
Pressostat’s coil new model since 2019
16
303-03-016
One-way valve 1/2"
17
303-03-017
Corner 1/2" (Male-Female)
18
303-06-059
Corner 1/4" (Male-female)
19
303-03-019
Condensate’s pipe
20
306-11-051
Control lamp
21
303-03-021
Female plug 4-poles ILME
22
193-03-022
Metallic flange of heating element
23
303-03-023
Tail 1/2" x 12mm
24
303-03-024
Safety thermostat TS 235°C
25
303-03-025
Power feeding cable 3x2,5 with Shuko plug
303-03-025-1
Power feeding cabel 5x2,5
26
303-03-026
Ball valve 1/2"
27
303-03-027
Bronze corner 1/2" (Male-Female)
28
300-00-119
Contraction 1" x 1/2" (Male-Female)
29
303-03-029
Double wheel
30
303-06-048
Gland
31
303-03-031
Cover of main switch
32
303-03-032
Relay of heating element
33
300-00-040
Shuko plug
34
303-03-034
Neutral terminal block
35
302-03-038
Main switch 3x25A
36
303-03-036
Electronic PC board
37
308-00-005
Adjusting knob of steam valve
38
303-03-038
Electronic keyboard card
39
303-03-039
Blow-down tank 5lt

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40
308-00-003
Valve’s plug
41
303-03-041-4
Feedwater tank 20lt new model
303-03-041
Feedwater tank 25lt
42
193-03-042-1
Metal. seath of Water feed tank's 20lt VR/ECO
43
303-03-043
Axel of main switch 3X25
44
303-06-013
T 1/4" Χ 1/4" Χ 1/4"
45
303-03-045
Clamp 10-16
46
193-03-046
Electrode No 1
47
193-03-047
Electrode No 2
48
193-03-048
Electrode No 3
49
303-03-049
Grounded terminal block 6-poles
50
193-06-042
Pipe of safety valve ½
51
303-03-051
Water inlet hose
52
303-06-018
Feedwater tank’s lid
53
303-06-030
Vacuum breaker 3/8"
54
303-03-055
Keyboard’s sticker
55
308-00-002
Coil of solenoid steam valve-out of production
56
303-10-051
Nipple 3/8'' x 9mm
57
303-06-057
Nipple 1/4"-3/8"
58
303-06-055
Clamp 12-18
59
303-06-054
Daeator hose

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Wiring diagram

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List of spare parts of wiring diagram
Symbol
Description
SW
Main switch
R1
Relay for heating
R2
Relay for pump
RE
Heating element 4KW
PS
Pressostat
PF1
Socket plug for iron No 1
PF2
Socket plug for iron No 2
E/V
Solenoid water valve
V2
Solenoid steam valve No 1
V3
Solenoid steam valve No 2
PM
Water pump 0,5HP/ Water pump 0,7HP
E1
Water level electrode (max)
E2
Water level electrode (min)
E3
Heating protection electrode
PCB
Electronic circuit card -all functions control ,typ.VAPORMAT 1098
KB
Keyboard electronic card.
TS
Heat stop thermostat
TIM
Timer (0-24 hours) for the work beginning time adjustment
CV
Cabel of power supply 3x2.5mm2/5x3.5mm2

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TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
For any advice about the operation of the machine or the spare parts, please contact the
dealer you have purchased the machine from or us directly at:
14th km Thessaloniki –Kilkis, 57200 Liti, Thessaloniki, Greece
Tel.: [phone] Fax : [phone]
E-mail : [e-mail]
All specifications have been made to the best of our knowledge.
Primula S.A preserves the right to make changes to the system and its parts without prior
notice.