
Design and function
2016-03-10 / DIS 184_58300000140186_ara_en_k
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3.5
Steam generator
Fig. 16:
Components of the steam generator
1
Water level sensor
5
Heater
2
Housing
6
Water connection
3
Steam outlet
7
Electrical connection
4
Seal
8
Support
3.5.1
Function of the steam generator
The steam generator generates steam, which is conducted to the cooking
compartment.
The steam generator is filled with water via the water connection until the water
reaches the water level sensor. Depending on the intended heat setting, the steam
generator continues to be filled with water for an additional 3 to 12 seconds. Now
the amount of water in the steam generator is approximately 120 ml.
The heater switches on and steam is generated until the boiling water no longer
touches the water level sensor. Now the amount of water in the steam generator is
approximately 60 ml.
The steam generator is refilled. This cycle continues as long as steam is required.
When the appliance is switched off, the steam generator is refilled to 120 ml. Water
is then pumped out of the tank for approximately 50 seconds. This prevents the
water pump from draining (noise reduction).
Finally the heater is switched on for 8 seconds to dry the steam generator.
3.5.2
Heater
Fig. 17:
Design of the heater
1
Thick-film heating element
4
High-temperature insulation layer
2
Low-temperature insulation layer
5
Stainless steel plate
3
E-Fast Temperature sensor
The mean operating temperature of the heating element is 170 °C.