WARNING: Reduced performance or failure of the SteamerGard™ system due to improper
installation, improper maintenance, or improperly treated feed water is not covered under the
manufacturers limited warranty. Specifically, use of the SteamerGard™ system with water
supplies exceeding 80°F, 80 psi, or 1200 ppm (mg/l) of TDS will void the manufacturers
warranty.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1 Locate the SteamerGard™Model WT-60 on a wall, in a dry area, with access to a cold water supply
(preferably softened), a drain, and a 115 VAC electrical outlet. The location should provide easy
accessibility for future filter changes and service. Locate two wall studs and mark mounting hole locations
that will provide a level installation. Drill two small pilot holes at the stud marks. Secure the mounting
bracket to the wall studs using two #12 - 1 1/2" screws and washers. Slide two 1/4-20 mounting studs
(supplied) into the bracket channel and space them 14-1/2" apart. Remove the SteamerGard™ cover.
Align the two mounting holes on the back plate of the SteamerGard™ chassis with the two studs in the
bracket. Secure the SteamerGard™ unit to the bracket using two 1/4-20 nuts and washers. Replace the
SteamerGard™ Cover. Ensure that the SteamerGard™ unit is level. DO NOT plug in the power cord
transformer of the SteamerGard™ unit yet. Ensure that the power switch is in the "off" position.
2. Locate the storage tank in any convenient place between the SteamerGard™ unit and the steamer.
Generally, the storage tank is located near the SteamerGard™ unit. The storage tank sets on the floor,
and does not need to be secured to the floor. The storage tank should be within 50 feet of the steamer,
unless the next larger size polybutylene tubing (1/2") is used. Screw the shut-off valve (supplied) onto the
threaded connection of the storage tank, then screw the tee (supplied) onto the valve.
3 Cold Tap Water Feed Line to the SteamerGard™ Unit: In accordance with accepted plumbing methods,
the SteamerGard™ unit should be plumbed from an existing cold water supply (3/8" minimum) using a
tee and a shut-off valve. Run up to 25 feet of 3/8" tubing (1/2' tubing if longer than 25 feet) from the valve
at the cold water supply (preferably softened) to the FEED WATER connection on the SteamerGard™
unit.
4. Drain Water Line: Run up to 25 feet of 3/8" tubing (1/2" tubing if longer than 25 feet) from the DRAIN
connection of the SteamerGard™ unit to the nearest drain. The SteamerGard™ system has a
pressurized drain and therefore, the drain tubing may be run up to 5 feet above the SteamerGard™ unit.
The drain termination must vent freely to the air, with a proper air gap between the tubing termination
and the drain opening, in order to comply with local plumbing codes. A special in-line commercial air gap
is available from the factory for this purpose.
5. Purified Water Line: Run 3/8" tubing from the STORAGE connection on the SteamerGard™ unit to one
side of the brass tee on the storage tank. Run up to 25 feet of 3/8" tubing (1/2" tubing if longer than 25
feet) from the other side of the brass tee to the steam generator (boiler) feed water connection of the
steamer (not the condenser water connection). For correct connection of this line, consult the steamer
manufacturer.
IMPORTANT: When feeding the steamer with purified water from the SteamerGard™ system,
it is imperative that the steamer be fitted with two separate water connections;
one for purified water to the steam generator and a separate one for tap water to the
condenser system. If the SteamerGard™ system is feeding purified water to a steamer that is
equipped with only one feed water connection, which internally branches off to both the steam
generator (boiler) and the condenser system, the steamer absolutely must be altered for use
with the SteamerGard™ system. Consult the steamer manufacturer for alteration instructions
to convert the steamer from a single feed water connection to two separate water connections;
one for purified water to the steam generator and a separate one for tap water to the
condenser system.