Steffes 9180 - Manual (Page 14)

initial Set-uP
Step 1 Remove the Information Package from the outside of the electri-
cal panel and unpackage the storage module and base.
Step 2 Move the base of the ThermElect system into location.
Step 3 Level the base ensuring the leveling legs are in full contact with
the floor so the base does not rock. The legs cannot extend more
than 1”.
Step 4 Remove the painted front and back panels of the storage module.
Step 5 Position the brick storage module onto the base, making sure the
square holes (front) in the base line up with the square holes of
the storage module.
Optional lifting handles are available from Steffes
(Order Item #1302120).
Step 6 Reinstall painted back panel.
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electrical Panel inStallation
Step 1 Remove the electrical panel front cover and locate the installation hardware package.
Step 2 Remove 1" trade size knockouts from the electrical panel and the ThermElect Hydronic's left side
panel to allow routing of element harnesses. dO NOT remove any unneeded knockouts.
Step 3 Remove 1/2" trade size knockout for routing of control wiring.
Step 4 Secure the electrical panel to the left side of the system with the 8 x 3/4" sheet metal screws supplied
in the electrical panel.
Knockouts must be effectively sealed by connectors.
Brick loaDinG
Step 1 Remove the seam trim from inside the storage module and
set aside.
Step 2 Remove the sheet metal screws around the outer edge of
the galvanized front panel. Remove the panel and set it
aside.
Step 3 Starting at the bottom, carefully lift the insulation blankets
and drape them over the top of the system.
Use and follow generally accepted safety prac-
tices when handling insulation materials.
Step 4 Cut banding and remove the two packages of rigid insulation from inside the storage module. One
of the packages contains the back rigid insulation (no holes) and one package contains the front rigid
insulation (with holes).
CAUTION
Risk of improper operation or equipment damage. Read and follow installation instructions carefully.
• Remove system from shipping pallet prior to final placement.
• Ensure that leveling legs make solid contact with flooring and do not extend more than 1 inch.
• Use and follow generally accepted safety practices when handling insulation materials.
• Equipment MUST be installed by a qualified technician in accordance with all applicable codes
and regulations.
WARNING
HEAVY OBJECT WARNING:
Risk of personal injury, or death.
ThermElect Hydronic systems
are heavy. Use lifting aids to
move system into place.
 Do not place object, hands,
and/or body parts under the
system when lifting.
 Do use care to keep objects,
hands, and/or body parts
clear of system when lifting.
Risk of equipment damage or
personal injury. Insulation boards
located behind the insulation blankets
may fall out when blankets are lifted.
Use caution when lifting insulation
blankets to avoid personal injury or
damage to the insulation boards.
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