Vulcan-Hart SCALEBLOCKER SMF600 User manual

INSTALLATION &
OPERATION MANUAL
FORM 37510 (August 2016)
SCALEBLOCKER™
WATER FILTER SYSTEM
MODELS
SMF600
SMF620
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VULCAN-HART
DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC
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3600 NORTH POINT BLVD.
BALTIMORE, MD 21222
SMF600

IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY
THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL
THIS EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND
ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL.
IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT,
ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE
PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATH. READ
THE INSTALLATION, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR
SERVICING THIS EQUIPMENT.
RETAIN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE
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© VULCAN, 2016

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL ...........................................................................................................................................4
Water Quality Statement................................................................................................................4
Models ...........................................................................................................................................4
Standard Features.........................................................................................................................5
INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................................6
Unpacking......................................................................................................................................6
Test the Water................................................................................................................................6
Installation Instructions ..................................................................................................................6
Mounting........................................................................................................................................6
Water Connections ........................................................................................................................7
Reversing the Inlet and Outlet .................................................................................................8
OPERATION........................................................................................................................................8
Initializing Water Filter ...................................................................................................................8
CLEANING ..........................................................................................................................................9
Routine Deliming ...........................................................................................................................9
MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................................................9
Cartridge Change/Replacement Schedule ....................................................................................9
Replacement Cartridge Filter Kits................................................................................................10
Equipment Dealer Orders......................................................................................................10
Service Parts Orders .............................................................................................................10
Cartridge Changing Instructions ..................................................................................................10
Leaks ...........................................................................................................................................11
Leaks at Threaded Connection Points...................................................................................11
Leaks at Junction of Fittings to Filter Head............................................................................11
Leaks Between Cartridge and Filter Head.............................................................................11
Warranty Registration ..................................................................................................................12
Vulcan....................................................................................................................................12
Hobart....................................................................................................................................12
Service.........................................................................................................................................12
Technical Support ..................................................................................................................12

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INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND CARE OF
SCALEBLOCKER™ WATER FILTER SYSTEM
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE
GENERAL
Vulcan water lters are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage
and maintenance of your water lter will result in many years of satisfactory performance.
It is suggested that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions
provided.
The water lter system conforms to ANSI/NSF Standard 53 and ANSI/NSF Standard 42 for the specic
performance claims as veried and substantiated by test data.
WATER QUALITY STATEMENT
The fact that a water supply is potable is no guarantee that it is suitable for steam generation. Systems
are not to be used where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality without
adequate disinfections before and after use. Other factors affecting steam generation include iron
content, amount and type of chlorination (Chlorine & Chloramines), and dissolved gases. Water supplies
vary from state to state and from locations within a state.
As with all steam related products, water ltration and regular lter replacements coupled
with routine Deliming are required.
MODELS
SMF600 SMF620
Rated Capacity (Gallons) 7,500 Rated Capacity 12,000
Flow Rate (GPM) 2 Flow Rate 4
Supplied Water Pressure* 40-125 PSI Supplied Water Pressure* 40-125 PSI
Supplied Water Temperature 45-100°F Supplied Water Temperature 45-100°F
*For cold water use only.

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STANDARD FEATURES
• Single cartridge scale reduction hollow carbon lter system
• Mounting bracket
• 3/4" Male GHT/ 3/4" NPTF inlet, outlet and cold water condensate connections.
• Main shutoff valve
• Test port with valve
• Pressure gauge
• Class 5 recyclable cartridge
• Reduce Scale, Chloramines, Chlorine, Sediment, Bad Tastes and Odors, Total Organic
Compounds, Tannins and Trihalomethanes
NOTE: This appliance is manufactured for commercial installation only and not intended for home
use.
SMF620-SYSTEM TYPICAL SIDE VIEW SMF600-SYSTEM

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INSTALLATION
UNPACKING
This lter system was inspected before leaving the factory. The carrier assumes full responsibility for
the safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment. Check for possible shipping damage immediately
after receipt.
If the lter system is found to be damaged, complete the following steps:
1. Carrier must be notied within 5 business days of receipt.
2. Carrier’s local terminal must be notied immediately upon discovery (note time, date, and who
was spoken to), and follow up and conrm with written or electronic communication.
3. All original packing materials must be kept for inspection purposes.
4. The lter system cannot have been moved, installed, or modied.
5. Notify Vulcan Customer Service immediately at 800-814-2028.
TEST THE WATER
Before installing your lter system test the water with a test strip provide with the lter system. If the
water TOTAL HARDNESS test is 17.5 grains (300 PPM) or below continue with installation. If the TOTAL
HARDNESS tests results are higher than 17.5 grains (300 PPM), call your dealer or technical support
immediately. The technical support contact information can be found in the MAINTENANCE Section.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions and labels for lter system
before beginning. Position the lter upright on a
horizontal surface without obstructions. Locate
a position that is close to the equipment it will be
supplying water to, where it is out of the way of
possible damage from day-to-day operations,
and where it is accessible for cartridge change
out when needed. There should be a 6” minimum
bottom clearance.
MOUNTING
Measure back plate(Fig.1, Item 1) of lter system
and mark hole mounting locations on wall.
Ensure marks are level, and then drill holes for
anchors (if needed). Anchors must be properly
matched, to allow for wet weight of lter system
and water lines. Secure water lter system to
wall at all four mounting locations.
Fig. 1

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WATER CONNECTIONS
1. Use appropriate 3/4" ttings, plumbing, or hoses to allow for a ow rate of lter. Do not over
tighten ttings into plastic parts! Backhold the ttings with a wrench or slip joint pliers! Warranty
will be voided if parts are cracked and/or broken due to misuse and/or over-tightening! Use only
approved ttings.
2. Connect water lter inlet to cold water supply to inlet tting (Fig. 1, Item 6). If hard plumbed do
not solder within 12" of plastic parts.
3. From ltered outlet and the condensate outlet of water lter use no less than 1/2" ID tubing to the
steamer.
4. Connect ltered /treated water outlet (Fig. 1, connection with pressure gauge and Item 3 front)
to the ltered/treated water inlet on the rear of the steamer.
5. Connect unltered/untreated water outlet (Fig. 1, elbow rear Item 3 front) to the unltered/untreated
water inlet on the rear of the steamer.
6. There should not be any plumbing connections made to the test port below the pressure gauge.
This is for ltered water sampling only (Fig. 1, Item 4).
7. Verify adequate “DYNAMIC” ow rate and pressure is supplied to equipment during peak demand
and meets the specs for the lter. The pressure gauge should never drop below 20 PSI during
operation and not exceed 60 PSI.
8. If during equipment operation the supply plumbing is moving during or the steamer water ll
valve is excessively noisy, water hammer exists. A water hammer arrestor must be installed or
premature solenoid valve failure will occur or water leaks will develop.
9. This system is for single point connection only. It must not be connected to any other equipment.
10. Installation of backow preventers, vacuum breakers, water hammer arrestors, and other specic
code requirements is the responsibility of the owner and installer in compliance with local codes.

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Reversing the Inlet and Outlet
NOTE: When reversing the water connections on
the ltration system you must keep all parts on the
original line on the lter head.
NOTE: Once the blue retaining ring has been removed
pull the section straight out to remove it.
1. Using a at screwdriver remove both blue
retaining rings.
2. The photo in Figure 2 shows the lter in the
as received condition with the blue retaining
clips removed. Remove all sections from the
lter head by sliding them straight out. Due to
interference the pressure relief valve will have
to be removed last.
3. The photo in Figure 3 shows the lter with the
inlet and outlet components reversed. Due to
interference the pressure relief valve will need
to be reinstalled rst.
NOTE: The pressure gauge will need to be rotated
180 degrees counterclockwise so it can be viewed from
the front of the water ltration system. Tightening it
clockwise will crack the plastic tee. Use Teon tape
to seal any leaks.
4. Reinstall the blue retaining clips.
5. Move the inlet and outlet stickers to the opposite side of the lter head.
OPERATION
INITIALIZING WATER FILTER
1. Check to be sure that the cartridge is properly installed. Do this by turning the cartridge
counterclockwise when looking at the bottom of the cartridge, and then back clockwise until the
positive stop is felt (Fig. 4).
2. Turn inlet ball valve to the “On” position (handle horizontal) slowly allowing water to ll lter
system (Fig. 1, Item 5).
3. Purge the cartridge so that there is no air remaining by depressing the red button until a steady
stream of water comes out (Fig. 1, Item 6).
4. Purge all air from the water lines by activating equipment for water use.
5. System is now operational. Go back and check connections for possible leaks and reseal where
needed.
Fig. 3
Fig. 2

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CLEANING
ROUTINE DELIMING
When ScaleBlocker ® water treatment system is
used, preventative maintenance along with cartridge
replacement must be performed every 6 months. Water
conditions may require additional deliming, see chart
at right.
Use ScaleRelease (14 oz) P/N 00-854893-00013 for
deliming; 14 Oz. for counter tops, 28 Oz. required for
oor models.
The cooling water supplied to the steamer is not treated.
White vinegar poured down the cavity drains will prevent
scale from forming in the drain system. Pour one
cup (8 Oz.) of white vinegar down each cavity drain at
the end of the day. Make sure the unit has been off for
5-10 minutes before adding the vinegar to the drain.
MAINTENANCE
CARTRIDGE CHANGE/REPLACEMENT SCHEDULE
NOTE: The Scale Blocker pm kit (i.e. lter) must be replaced every six months, (every twelve months
for K-12 180 Day Schools). In addition, the equipment needs to be regularly delimed based on the water
hardness at the location (see chart above). Failure to perform all required preventive maintenance
will void water related warranty on the equipment.
• Gallon capacity of lter cartridge will vary according to ow rate, inlet pressure and local water
conditions. Replace cartridge immediately if outlet pressure gauge is less than 20 psi or before
end of capacity life (Maximum cartridge operating life 6 months). Fluctuations of pressure
will occur and can be seen at gauge during heavy and light usage. Inspect gauge during worst
case heavy water usage (Fig. 1, Item 7). It is recommended to change PRIOR to nearing end
of cartridge life.
• Failure to replace cartridge every 6 months will result in hard scale build up in the steam
generator. Pitting, rusting and discoloration will occur from Chloramines and Chlorine
in water supply and will damage your steamer.
• This lter reduces hard scale build-up due to hardness or other contaminants that may be in
water.
• Hardness higher than 5 grains will result in some soft scale build-up. Routine deliming is required
to remove soft scale build-up, see deliming chart.
Hardness
(Grains)
Steam Generator
Deliming Schedule
0 to 5 6 Months
5 to 10 3 Months
10 to 15 Monthly
15 to 20 2 Weeks
20+ Other Water Treatment
Is Required
Hardness
(Grains)
Drain Deliming
Schedule
0 to 5 2 Months
5 to 10 Monthly
10 to 15 2 Weeks
15 to 20 Once a Week
20+ Twice a Week

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REPLACEMENT CARTRIDGE FILTER KITS
Equipment Dealer Orders
• SMF600-PMKIT – 7,500 Rated Capacity (Gallons)
• SMF620-PMKIT – 12,000 Rated Capacity (Gallons)
Service Parts Orders
• 00-857487-00600 – 7,500 Rated Capacity (Gallons)
• 00-857487-00620 – 12,000 Rated Capacity (Gallons)
CARTRIDGE CHANGING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Shut off inlet valve.
2. Push “Red” pressure relief button located at left end
of SMF lter system to relieve pressure until no more
water comes out.
3. Grasp lter cartridge, turn counterclockwise 1/4turn
(when viewed from bottom) and pull downward about
11/2" to remove the lter cartridge (Fig. 4). Properly
dispose of old cartridge.
4. See lter cartridge label for proper replacement
cartridge part number.
5. Remove and discard the “Red” sanitary cap from the
top of the new cartridge. Be sure to apply sufcient
lubrication (supplied) to the O-Rings.
6. Align ear on cartridge with notch in lter head and
push upwards to insert. Be sure to push cartridge all
the way in.
7. Turn cartridge clockwise (when viewed from bottom)
1/8 turn until a denite stop is felt and cartridge is
sealed (Fig. 4). Hand tight is sufcient.
Fig. 4