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C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS
INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND CARE OF
MODEL C24EA SERIES STEAMERS
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE
GENERAL
Vulcan convection steamers are produced with
quality workmanship and materials. Proper
installation, usage and maintenance will result
in many years of satisfactory performance. It is
suggested that you thoroughly read this entire
manual and carefully follow all the instructions
provided.
The C24EA3 and C24EA5 convection steamers
are single compartment, electric, pressureless
steam cookers with an internal electric steam
generator that maintains water temperature at
approximately 195°F.
Model C24EA3 can accommodate three 2 1/2"
deep (6.4 cm) steam pans. Model C24EA5
can accommodate
fi
ve 2 1/2"deep (6.4 cm)
steam pans. The C24EA3 and C24EA5 electric
convection steamers are designed for cooking
vegetables, eggs, and other foods, in commercial
kitchens. The steamer has a 0 to 60-minute
timer. The steamers are designed for countertop
installation or on optional stands available from
your Vulcan dealer.
PROFESSIONAL POWERSTEAM
OPTION
Vulcan’s patented super-heated steam option
cooks at 235°F compared to conventional
atmospheric steamers at 212°F.
ENERGY STAR STEAMER OPTION
Smart Steam Sensors continuously measure
and regulate steam temperature and production,
reducing scale buildup,
fi
lter changes and excess
steam/water (up to 90%). Utility rebate quali
fi
ed
where o
ff
ered.
SONICSAFE SCALE PREVENTION
OPTION
Sound waves create millions of microscopic
bubbles inside the steam generator, causing
powerful vacuum energy that prevents scale from
attaching to the walls of the steamer. The control
panel is equipped with indicator lights showing
that the SonicSafe system is in operation and
to indicate if there is a problem and service is
needed.
De-lime once a quarter instead of monthly, and
change your carbon
fi
lter just once a year.
INSTALLATION
Before installing, verify that the electrical supply
agrees with the speci
fi
cations on the data plate
located on the back panel. If the supply and
equipment requirements do not agree, do not
proceed with the installation. Contact your dealer
or Vulcan immediately
208/240 units are shipped pre wired for 208/60/3.
240v & single phase operation require changes
to the heater connection 240/60/3, 240/60/1
and 208/60/1. This unit will operate at 60Hz or
50Hz. 480 volt units are shipped con
fi
gured for
480/60/3.
LWE units are only available for 3 phase
operation.
UNPACKING
This steamer was inspected before leaving the
factory. The transportation company assumes full
responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance
of the shipment. Immediately after unpacking,
check for possible shipping damage. If steamer
damage is found, save the packaging material
and contact the carrier within 5 days of delivery.
