Reimers JG User manual

RETAIN THIS OPERATING MANUAL WITH BOILER. DO NOT DISCARD
Electra Steam
,
Inc.
Instruction Manual for JR06 Steam Generator, JG- and JJ- Models
READ THIS FIRST:
•The safeguards and instructions appearing on these pages
are not meant to cover all possible situations that may occur.
•Understand that common sense, caution, and care are
factors which cannot be built into any product. The person
operating the unit must supply these factors.
•Read all instructions before installation and operation.
•Ensure that the blowdown valve is properly and safely piped.
•Do not position your face or body over the fill funnel.
•Stand clear of safety valve and scalding steam.
•Never open the fill valve when unit is under pressure.
•Valves and pipes are hot when under pressure or heating
up. Do not touch!
IF A LEAK IS EVIDENT:
Steam fittings can become loose during
shipment and subsequently leak. It is easy to
resolve these leaks if you are careful:
1. Ensure that the boiler is cold,
drained and has no pressure o
r
electricity.
2. Tighten leaking packing nut gently a
quarter of a turn. Do not over tighten,
as this will result in gauge glass
breakage or in valve stem freezing
and valve failure.
3. Fill boiler and operate normally.
4. Observe for more leaks and repeat
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1. General
The Reimers JR-series boiler is a portable, hand-filled steam
generator with a total of 2 gallon capacity, for operation at pressures
from 5 to 85 psi. Designed to the ASME/CSD-1 Boiler Code and
registered with the National Board of Boiler Inspectors, it is safe
when installed, maintained, and used properly.
Standard JG-Model equipment includes: Steam pressure gauge (1),
steam valve (2), blowdown valve (3), water-fill funnel (4), check valve
(5), water fill valve (6) safety valve (7), water level gauge (8),
electronic boiler control (9) and power cord (10).
JJ-Model equipment includes in addition to standard model
equipment: Steam jet with electric solenoid valve (11) and foot switch
(12).
Adjustments: All controls have been set at the factory and should
require no adjustments (Open gauge glass valves).
Modification/Misuse: Any modification or misuse of this unit could
result in a dangerous situation. Reimers Electra Steam, Inc. is not
liable for any product that has been modified or improperly used.
Registration: Most states and cities require boile
r
registration/inspection. Check with local government authorities.
Repair: Only experienced personnel must attempt repair of this unit.
For re
p
air instructions see cha
p
ter 5 of this instruction manual.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
4407 Martinsburg Pike
Clear Brook, VA 22624
USA Web: www.reimersinc.com
Electra Steam, Inc.
Steam Jet
Pipe Front
Orientation
Steam Jet
Pipe Side
Orientation
JJ-Model shown

LIMITED WARRANTY - STEAM GENERATORS
Reimers Electra Steam, Inc. warrants the following products of its own manufacture against defects in materials
and workmanship under normal use and service. This warranty is in lieu of and excludes all other expressed o
r
implied warranties or merchantability of fitness for any particular use. No person is authorized to extend the
terms of this warranty or assume any other liability except by written statement signed by an officer of Reimers
Electra Steam, Inc. Clear Brook, Virginia 22624.
WARRANTY PERIOD
The pressure vessel, as well as the electrical and mechanical components is warranted for one year from date o
f
shipment from Reimers Electra Steam, Inc., Clear Brook, VA 22624.
LIMITATIONS
Products must be installed, used and maintained in accordance with our instructions, including reasonable and
necessary maintenance by the user. Users are responsible for the suitability of the products to their application.
There is no warranty for damage resulting from improper installation, abuse, power failure, fire, flood, lightening,
improper water, misuse, improper specification, misapplication or other operating conditions beyond our control
or parts that are normally expendable in usual course of operation.
Claims against carriers for damage in transit must be filed by the buyer. Reimers liability, if any, will not exceed
the price of Reimers products claimed to be defective.
Components manufactured by any supplier other than Reimers shall bear only that warranty made by the
manufacturer of that product and service for that warranty shall be the responsibility of that manufacturer and no
t
Reimers.
REMEDY
Claims under this Limited Warranty must be made by obtaining a Return Authorization Number from our office
(PHONE: [phone], FAX: [phone]) and returning the defective part, freight prepaid to: Reimers
Electra Steam, Inc., 4407 Martinsburg Pike, Clear Brook, Virginia 22624.
Defective items will be repaired or replaced as necessary within a reasonable time without charge, other than
incidental charges such as freight prepayment. Such repair or replacement within a reasonable time is the
exclusive remedy available from Reimers Electra Steam, Inc., under this Limited Warranty.
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
Reimers Electra Steam, Inc., is not liable for labor costs incurred in the removal, reinstallation, or unauthorized
repair of the product, or for damages of any type whatsoever, including incidental and/or consequential damages.
THIS WARRANTY SUPERSEDES ALL PREVIOUS WARRANTIES.

2. Installation
Pipe Installation: Steam piping must be of black pipe, no
t
galvanized. Work must be performed by an experienced
steamfitter. All state and local codes must be met.
Electrical:
A
ll wiring must be in accordance with the
National Electric Code and any local codes that may apply.
Wiring must be done by a competent, certified electrician.
Use only copper wire.
Water: Ensure that all electrical components are in a dr
y
location not subject to steam or water.
Blowdown Valve: When the blowdown valve is utilized, a
large volume of hot water and steam is discharged. Ensure
that this valve is properly piped for this discharge. State and
local codes must be met as applicable.
Safety Valve: Safety valve is designed to discharge ho
t
steam when the set pressure is exceeded. Ensure that the
discharge port is pointing toward the back of the unit awa
y
from the operator and any aisles.
3. Operation
CAUTION! Do not position your face over the fill funnel.
Never open the fill valve when unit is under pressure.
1. Close blowdown valve (3).
2. Connect electric cord to grounded 120-Volt outlet.
3. On the electronic boiler control (9), turn on the
power switch (16).
4. Open fill valve (6) and release air from unit by
opening steam valve (2). On JJ-models: Release ai
r
by pressing foot switch with power switch o
f
electronic boiler control (9) on.
5. Pour water into funnel (4) until it reaches the "Max.”
level mark beside the gauge glass. Do not overfill.
Close fill valve (6).
NOTE: Overfilling will cause dirt and rust to be
carried into the steam lines and onto goods. It will
also cause the steam release valve to leak.
Use tap water only!
6. On the electronic boiler control (9): Push the “Low
Water” manual reset switch (15). The “Heating” light
(14) will stay on until the preset working pressure is
reached.
7. When the water level gets low, the unit will shut of
f
automatically and the “Low Water” alarm light (15)
will be lit. To refill, turn off the power switch (16) and
allow the steam pressure to drop to zero.
8. Refill the boiler by repeating this procedure.
4. Maintenance
CAUTION! Maintenance and repair must be performed
by experienced personnel. Before maintenance o
r
repair, ensure that the boiler is cold, drained and has no
pressure or electricity. All electrical and steam safety
precautions must be taken.
Leaks on the gauge glass fixtures: The two brass nuts a
t
the top and bottom of gauge glass (8) should be tightened
until leakage stops. Follow instructions on page 1 of this
manual. (Note: Gauge glass valves should be open all the time)
Replace the Gauge Glass (8): Replace the gauge glass
minimum once per year.
CAUTION! Ensure that the boiler is cold, drained and
has no pressure or electricity. Be careful not to brea
k
the glass.
1. Close gauge glass valves (top and bottom).
2. Open petcock on bottom fixture to drain glass.
3. Loosen nuts at top and bottom of glass.
4. Slide glass up, pull out on bottom of glass and remove. I
f
removing of glass is not possible, then it may be necessar
y
to rotate either the bottom valve or both valves 1/8th of a
turn.
5. Install glass by reversing above procedure.
NOTE: Always install new rubber washers.
Blowdown: Perform boiler blowdown minimum once pe
r
week.
C
A
UTION! Stand clear of scalding water and steam.
Before opening the blowdown valve, ensure that it is
properly piped in accordance with state and local
codes.
Turn the power switch (16) off and allow steam pressure to
drop to 5 psig. Then open the blowdown valve (3).
Adjust Steam Pressure (22): This control is factory preset,
and usually does not require adjustment.
CAUTION! Stand clear of safety valve and scalding
steam.
1. Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
2. Remove the cabinet side cover to gain access to the
operating pressure control.
CAUTION! Do not adjust the pressure high-limit control
(23) marked “DO NOT ADJUST”. This control is factory
preset for safety purposes.
3. Adjust pressure by turning the black adjustment knob.
Test the Safety Valve (7): Test this valve once per month.
CAUTION! Stand clear of safety valve and scalding
steam. Before testing the safety valve, ensure that it is
properly piped in accordance with state and local
codes.
NOTE: Safety valve should be tested at full operating
pressure. If discharge pipe is required, it should not be
smaller than valve outlet and must be rigidly supported.
1. Hold trip lever open for 5 sec. in order to flush off valve
seat.
2. Permit valve to "slap" shut. If a leakage is evident, repeat
this test or replace the valve.
Replace the Heating Element (20):
CAUTION: Ensure that the boiler is cold, drained and
has no pressure or electricity.
1. Remove the cabinet side panel
2. Remove the heating element terminal cover
3. Disconnect the wires from the heating element
terminals.
4. Remove all 4 nuts from the element flange and pull out
the heating element.
5. Clean the flange surface before installing the new
element and gasket.

5. Trouble Shooting
Boiler Status Quick Fix
Power cord plugged into wall outlet, power switch
on boiler control turned on, but no lights lit on the
front panel of the boiler control:
- Check circuit breaker or fuse of the wall outlet where the
boiler is plugged in. If the circuit breaker is tripped or the
fuse blown, check whether other appliances are plugged
into outlets that are fed by the same circuit breaker/fuse. If
that is the case, then plug those other appliances into
outlets that are protected by other circuit breakers or fuses.
“Low Water” alarm light lit: - Press the “Low Water” reset button
-Check Water Level. Water level must be above the “Min.”
mark.
-Ensure that the boiler is filled with tab water and not
distilled water.
“High Pressure” alarm light lit: - Press the “High Pressure” reset switch
-If the pressure gauge indicates steam pressure above the
preset value, reduce pressure and press the “High Pressure”
reset switch
On JJ-Models: Pressure gauge shows pressure, but
no steam can be discharged through jet when foot
switch pressed:
- Ensure that the steam outlet ball valve (2) is open
-Ensure that the steam solenoid valve generates a “click”
noise when the foot switch is pressed. If no “click” noise,
then check the air hose of the foot switch for breakage or
other damage.
Boiler is hard to refill manually. When refilling,
water gurgles in fill funnel: On JJ-Models:
-Plug the power cord of the boiler into the wall outlet.
-Turn the power switch on the boiler control on.
-Open the steam outlet ball valve.
-Press the foot switch while refilling.
If trouble shooting did not resolve problem, please contact our service technicians at:
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.reimersinc.com

Table 1
1 04661 Pressure Gauge 0 – 160psi
2 02472 Ball Valve ¼” NPT
3 03346 Ball Valve ½” with latch
4 MBJ-1 Fill Funnel
5 02462 Swing Check Valve ½” NPT
6 02490 Ball Valve ½” NPT
7 02637 Safety Valve ½” NPT 100psi
8 02396 Gauge Glass Fixture Set ½” NPT
04201 Gauge Glass 5”
04670 Gauge Glass Protector 5”
02006 Gauge Glass Washer (Rubber)
02448 Gauge Glass Washer (Brass)
9 -------- Electronic Boiler Control, see Table 2
10 03266 Power Cord 125V
11* 04667 Solenoid Valve ¼” NPT 120V
12* 20708 Foot Switch Pneumatic Assembly
13* 20058 Steam Jet Brass #53
* JJ-Models only
Table 3
20 02283 Heating Element 1500W, 120V
02281 Heating Element Gasket
21 01314 Nuts for Element Flange
22 04163 Pressure Control Operating
23 04296 Hi
g
h-Limit Pressure Control
Table 2
14 04396 Heating Light 125V
15 20720 Alarm Light Assembly
16 04213 Power Switch 16A 250V
17 20592 Reset Switch Assembly
18 04316 Low Water Cut-Off Circuit Board
19 MBJ187 Electrode Fitting 7.375”
Parts List for Model JR2006 Steam Generator
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
4407 Martinsburg Pike
Clear Brook, VA 22624
USA Web: www.reimersinc.com
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