Sauna & Steam
Oceanic Saunas 01902 450 550 [email protected] www.oceanic-saunas.co.uk
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Apollo Steam OSX
13.5. Steam Unit Maintenance
The single biggest problem with steam generation is the build up of scale resulting from dissolved
solids within the water. Scaling can cause the elements to fail, the water level sensors not to
function, premature failure of the O-rings resulting in leaks from around the elements. The extent
of the problem will vary according to the degree of hardness in the local water supply.
For all commercial operators we recommend the use of a water softener.
Expect 2500 hours element life, this can be serious depleted by poor maintenance.
All users must ensure a regular maintenance routine to descale the generator – the frequency of this
will vary according to the degree of hardness in the local water supply and the amount of time the
generator is used for. Check the water for hardness and arrange the descaling routine accordingly: -
High levels of hardness descale once every 50 to 100 hours of operation.
Medium levels of hardness descale once every 100 to 250 hours operation.
Low levels of hardness descale once every 250 to 1000 hours of operation.
To descale the generator use a solution of weak acid crystals (such as citric acid) mixed with water
Citric acid can be purchased from: www.oceanic-saunas.co.uk
Descaling procedure
i. Fill the machine using a funnel with 1 litres of pre mixed citric acid.
ii. Replace the probe and reconnect.
iii. Heat the machine for 2 minutes.
iv. Leave the machine for 4 hours minimum
v. Drain 2-3 times using the valve at the base of the unit
Follow the instruction supplied with the crystals and allow sufficient time for the solution to
dissolve the scale before flushing out the generator. For best results add to water, steam for two
minutes then leave overnight. Empty the next days and flush twice using drain cycle.
Faults arising from a result of a failure to descale the generator are not covered by warranty
14. Guarantee
All generators and heaters are guaranteed for 12 months for domestic and commercial use from the
date of purchase. This guarantee excludes consumable items such as the electrical elements and
failures resulting from misuse or abuse such as a failure to descale.
If you encounter any difficulty with this assembly procedure or think we could have explained
anything more clearly we would welcome your comments, please call T: 01902 655425 or T: 01902
871127 technical help line.
