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Installation
Plumbing
All plumbing shall be performed by a qualified licensed plumber and in accordance with applicable National and local codes.
• Use unions on all pipe connections.
• Use only brass piping or copper tubing as permitted by codes.
• Do not use black, galvanized or PVC pipe.
Water Supply (3/8” NPT)
1. Connect hot or cold water line. Hot water line is preferable, however hot water should not exceed 160° F.
2. Provide a shut off valve in the water supply line upstream of the steambath generator.
3. Do not overheat inlet solenoid valve with solder connections. Overheating will damage parts.
4. Flush inlet water line thoroughly before making connection to unit.
5. Strainer recommended upstream of feed water connection.
6. For best performance water pressure should be 15 to 20 psig. Reduce pressure as required if necessary.
7. Provide anti-water hammer device as required.
8. As required by local codes, install an approved backflow preventer.
Steam Outlet (1/2” NPT)
1. Do not install any valve in steam line. Flow of steam must be unobstructed.
2. Use 1/2-inch brass pipe or copper tubing from unit to steam head as permitted by codes.
3. Insulate steam line using pipe insulation rated 250° F or higher.
4. Pitch steam line 1/4" per foot towards steam head or steam generator to avoid valleys and trapping of condensate.
NOTE: Running the steam line down and then up will create a steam trap blocking the flow of steam.
NOTE: A 1.5" hole in the steamroom is required to mount the steamhead.
Steam Head (1/2” NPT)
INSTALLER: Because the steam head and direct steam
emissions are very hot, locate the steam head where incidental contact by
bather with the steam head or direct steam emission cannot occur.
1. Locate steam head 6-12 inches above floor, except for
• Tub/shower enclosures, install 6 inches above tub top edge.
• For enclosures with acrylic or other non-heat resistant flooring install
Acrylic Shield Part Number MS-103412.
2. Install steamhead with the oil well facing up as shown.
Hand tightening is sufficient when teflon or equal pipe thread sealing
compound is used.
IMPORTANT NOTE: to preserve steam head finish, do not use wrench or
other tools to tighten. Use no abrasive cleansers or chemicals. Use only water
with mild soap and a non-abrasive sponge.
3. IMPORTANT: Consult with supplier of acrylic, fiberglass and other non-heat
resistant enclosures for recommended steamhead location. Use Acrylic Shield
part number MS-103412.
Drain (1/2” NPT)
NOTE: A drain valve is provided to facilitate servicing. Provide a drain line connection from steambath
generator drain valve according to National and local Codes. Check local plumbing code for receptor,
trap and vent requirements. Unit drains by gravity.
Safety Valve (3/4” NPT)
Where permitted by local codes, provide an outlet plumbing connection for safety valve.
To insure proper and automatic safety valve operation: DO NOT connect a
shut off valve or a plug at safety valve outlet. DO NOT connect a shut off valve in steam supply pipe.
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WA R N I N G
Steam Supply Pipe
Use Teflon or
equal sealant on
pipe threads
Fill gap with
silicone or
equal sealant
as required for
moisture seal.
End of pipe to be recessed
1/4" (without Acrylic Shield)
1/8" (with Acrylic Shield)
1/8" minimum clearance
required when Acrylic
Shield is used.
See installation instructions
provided with the
Acrylic Shield.