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Chapter 2, SteamCraft 10 Service Manual
Models 24-CGA-10, 24-CGP-10, 24-CEA-10, 24-CEP-10
Softened, Treated, or Filtered Water
Do not use softened or chlorinated water in the SteamCraft 10 steam
generator- If the water supply is treated or softened either by the
water company or on the premises, it may contain chlorine or various
salts. These additives are damaging to the SteamCraft 10 steam
generator. Salts used to soften water cause rapid scale buildup, and
increased corrosion.
Some water treatment plants kill bacteria in the water by adding
chlorine. Chlorinated water is actually dilute hydrochloric acid. It is
very damaging to the SteamCraft 10. When heated in the steam
generator, chlorinated water rapidly dissolves generator walls and
heater elements. In extreme cases, poisonous and highly corrosive
chlorine gas is released in the steam generator.
Installing a high volume water filtering system such as the
SteamerGard removes most of the salts used for water softening.
Contact a local water treatment specialist or the local water company
for assistance with chlorinated water.
Water Supply System
Select a water supply system that fulfills the requirements listed in
Table 2-2. The supply must provide a minimum dynamic pressure of
35 psi (2.4 kg/cm
2
) and a maximum static pressure of 60 psi (4.1
kg/cm
2
). Refer to page 24 for detailed pressure and fitting
requirements, and recommended plumbing layouts.
• Always connect a cold water supply to the SteamCraft 10 water
supply lines. DO NOT USE HOT WATER. The SteamCraft 10 will
not function properly or within design safety limits if hot or warm
water is supplied to the condenser water connection.
• If analysis shows that the supply water is within the required limits, a
single line water system can be installed. A single water line system
is illustrated in Figure 2-10 on page 25,
• If analysis shows that the supply water is NOT within the required
limits, install a SteamerGard water treatment system. Figure 2-11
on page 25 illustrates a treated water supply arrangement.
• If analysis shows that the supply water is NOT within the required
limits, and it is NOT possible to install a SteamerGard water
treatment system;
plan on increasing the frequency of maintenance, cleaning, and
descaling beyond that recommended in the maintenance schedule
(Chapter 4).
