Grohe F-DIGITAL DELUXE 36 371, Installation Instructions Manual

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Knockouts for
Electrical Supply Line
Water Inlet ⅜ "
Compression
Fitting
¾" Steam
Outlet
¾" Safety
Relief Valve
Auto Drain Ready
½" Capped line
Identification
Plate
Knockouts for
Control Cables
Securing
Screws
Electric Panel
Cover
Install Upright
and Level
Knockouts for
Control Cables
Plumbing Installation Instructions
Auto Drain Ready Steambath Generators Models: SM-5, SM-7 and SM-9
The Steamist “SM” Generator comes factory assembled,
carefully wired and tested.
WARNING:
All electrical power should be turned OFF when
working with Steam Generator.
IMPORTANT:
The Plumbing Installation must conform to local
and national codes.
1.
Pre-Installation
a) Be sure that the proper size Steam Generator has been
selected by using the sizing page in the “Full Line
Brochure,” “Pricing Guide,” “The Generator Sizing
Guide,” “Architectural Guidelines,” or in the Residential
Systems/Steambath Product Information section of the
Steamist website - www.steamist.com.
CAUTION:
An improperly sized Steam Generator may NOT
produce the amount of steam necessary to reach selected
temperature.
b) The Steam Generator should be located as close as
possible to the Steamroom/Shower or tub enclosure.
Steam pipe should NOT exceed twenty-five feet in length.
If the steam pipe exceeds ten feet, use an appropriate
pipe insulation rated for a minimum of 212°F. Refer to
Installation Suggestions on page 4.
CAUTION:
Do NOT install near flammable material such as
paints, thinners, gasoline, etc.
CAUTION:
Steam generators must NOT be installed outdoors, in
moist, humid areas, in areas prone to freezing, or extreme heat
such as an unventilated attic. To do so will void the warranty.
c) The steam line and safety valve reach a temperature of
212°F during operation and should be appropriately
protected to prevent personal injury by accidental
contact.
2.
Plumbing Rough-in
Plumbing rough-in is required for the water supply and
steam line; this should be completed before the walls
are closed. For operation, the “SM” Steam Generator
requires a
⅜ " O.D. copper tubing to the fitting on the
generator for water inlet and a ¾" copper or brass pipe
for steam outlet.
NOTE:
Safety Valve should be connected to a minimum ¾"
indirect waste or as required by local plumbing codes. In
the unlikely event this valve should open, the discharge
must be directed to prevent damage to the home. Do NOT
connect the Safety Valve output to the steam line.
a)
Water Inlet
- Rough in a water line to the hot or
cold supply. A shut off valve with a 3/8” connection
to the steam generator is to be provided at the
generator location (see Figure 4 on page 3).
b)
Steam Outlet
- Rough in the steam line, 120 PSI
max, using a minimum of a ¾" copper or brass
pipe; do NOT use black iron or galvanized pipe, it
will rust and discolor the wall of the steambath. Do
NOT use any plastic type pipe or fittings. The
steamhead location should be 18" above the
shower floor or 6" above the rim of the bathtub, as
far from the seating area as possible. Also, do
NOT use plastic type water lines as a steam line.
CAUTION:
No shutoff valve can be installed in the steam
line. Do NOT create traps or valleys in this line which would
trap condensation and block the flow of steam. The steam
pipe should be pitched toward the Steam Generator
allowing condensation to run back toward the Steam
Generator (preferred), or toward the steamhead. If the
steam generator is equipped with a drain valve, do NOT
connect the drain pipe to the steam line.
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Figure 1 - Steam Generator
IMPORTANT:
The warranty of this product is voided if it is used in a commercial application or for anything other than a residential
steambath installation. This product is not intended for use with Home Automation systems.
WARNING:
Elderly persons, pregnant women, or those suffering from heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, or
who are otherwise not in good health, do not use this device unless directed to do so by a physician. Also, do not use
steambath while under the influence of alcohol. For additional Important Safety Information, please see a separate
instruction Pub. No. 199.
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