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M M I I R R A A C C L L E E S S T T E E A A M M E E R R Models MS-150/155, MS-250/255 & MS-355 Owner ’ s Man ual P/N 1010699 Re v . B MANUF ACTURING NUMBERS: 9100420 9100426 9100428 9100430 9100436 9100438 9100450 9100456 9100458 9100460 9100462 9100466 9100468 9100480 9100486 ® US C[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 1 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. General The Miracle Steamer produces steam using plain tap water for quick heating and reconstituting of food items. Simple pushbutton action delivers a fully adjustable impulse of steam. Because the amount of steam is consistent, it removes the guesswork and produces a uniform finished p[...]
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W ARNING GENERAL W ARNING. Indicates informa- tion important to the proper operation of the equipment. Failure to observe may result in damage to the equipment and/or severe bodily injury or death. Throughout this manual, you will find the following safety words and symbols that signify important safety issues with regards to operating or maintaini[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 3 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. In addition to the warnings and cautions in this manual, use the following guidelines for safe operation of the unit. • Read all instructions before using equipment. • For your safety , the equipment is furnished with a properly grounded cord connector . Do not attempt to defeat the g[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 4 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. V oltage W atts Amps Hertz 120 1800 15.0 50/60 208 3300 15.9 50/60 220 3018 13.8 50/60 230 3300 14.4 50/60 240 3592 15.0 50/60 SPECIFICA TIONS Electrical Ratings Electrical Cord & Plug Configurations CAUTION All electrical connections must be in accordance with local electrical codes [...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 5 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. 25" Dimensions 20-3/4" (52.7 cm) 21-3/16" (53.8 cm) 17-1 1/32" (28.8 cm) 14" (35.5 cm) 8-13/32" (21.4 cm) MS-150/155 & MS-250/255 25" 17-5/32" 14" 25" (63.5 cm) 17-5/32" (43.5 cm) 14" (35.5 cm) MS-355[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 6 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. Unpacking 1. Remove unit and all packing materials from ship- ping carton. 2. Open the large box. It should contain the follow- ing: • Miracle Steamer , • Handle, Handle Guard & Shoulder Bolt, ( MS-150/250 only ) • W ater Hookup Kit (MS-250 only). NOTE: If any parts are missing [...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 7 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. CAUTION All electrical connections must be in accordance with local electrical codes and any other applica- ble codes. W ARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. F AILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL COULD RESUL T IN SERIOUS INJUR Y OR DEA TH. • Electrical ground is required on this[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 8 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. OPERA TION General When the operate button (Figure 5) is pressed, power is supplied to the water pump (MS-150/155/355) or solenoid (MS-250/255). The pump/solenoid operates and water sprays onto the heated steam generator . The water flashes immediately into live steam and shoots down onto[...]
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to zero and an audio signal will sound at the end of the steaming cycle. 6. Remove steamed product. Programming CYC (T otal Cycle Time) refers to the total amount of cooking time set for the product. SHO (Shot Interval Time) is the time set between shots of steam during a complete cycle. H 2 O setting (Steam Shot Time) is used to adjust the water v[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 10 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. READ Y UP DOWN PROGRAM ST ART/STOP POWER 1500 Figure 6. Control Programming Sequence READ Y UP DOWN PROGRAM ST ART/STOP POWER 15 READ Y UP DOWN PROGRAM ST ART/STOP POWER 00 READ Y UP DOWN PROGRAM ST ART/STOP POWER sho READ Y UP DOWN PROGRAM ST ART/STOP POWER 00 READ Y UP DOWN PROGRAM ST [...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 11 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. R E A D Y Steaming Tips • Pre-cooked pasta is easily reconstituted, and gives you a hot product without the wetness of the nor- mal “ dip ” method. • Experiment with your products and different steam- ing times – a little more or less steam could change the appearance/flavor . [...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 12 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. Daily 1. T urn the rocker switch (power on/off) to OFF . Unplug the power cord and allow the unit to cool down before proceeding. 2. Check the water quick disconnect fitting (MS-250) and all hose clamps connections for leakage. If leakage is apparent, tighten all clamps or replace part i[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 13 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. 1 1. Clean unit surface with a hot, clean, damp cloth (not dripping wet) and wipe dry . 12. Re-install all parts and fasten the generator cover . NOTE: T o ensure proper steaming characteristics, some mineral deposits must be present on generator casting. If during cleaning, the casting [...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 14 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. Figure 9. W ater Filters – MS-150/155 T op Water Filter Bottom W ater Filter W ater Filters – Models MS-150/155 T o prevent solids or food products from entering the water pump, the unit uses two water filters (Figure 9). Inspect and clean (if necessary) these filters monthly using t[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 15 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. Unit will not heat up. Rocker (power on/off) switch is ON. Unit heats up but will not steam. or Steam product unevenly . or Requires multiple cycles to melt cheese or otherwise prepare the product. Unit is not plugged in. Loose connections. Circuit breaker is off or has been tripped in m[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 16 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. Steam from generator is reduced compared to former operation. Unit becomes flooded or always steaming. Power ON, solenoid makes a chat- tering noise. or Unit floods overnight. Power OFF . W ater leaking in the electrical housing. Restrictor tube or generator tubes are clogged. Flooding c[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 17 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. Unit heats up, pump or sole- noid valve works with the momentary switch but will not steam during timer cycles. Steam coming out around top covers or sides. Programming. If Ready light does not light but the unit steams regularly , the Ready light is inoperable. If the Ready light does l[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 18 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. REPLACEMENT P ARTS R E A D Y 64 17 15 11 18 20 74 73 36 21 66 65 6 6 7 9 10 12 13 24 62 37 35 70 16 57 57 53 53 53 42 41 75 89 81 88 3 81 80 85 79 84 83 82 86 87 85 MS-150/155/250/255[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 19 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. 1 0010159 Filter Assy ., W ater T ank (MS-150) 1 2 4050125 Relay 1 3 0010584 Inlet Hose Assy . (MS-250) 1 4 001 1 1 14 Pump/T ube Assy ., 24V (MS-150) 1 5 001 1 123 Solenoid V alve Assy . (MS-250) 1 6 001 1289 T op Cover Assy . 1 7 001 1314 Chimney Assy . 1 8 0021 131 Floor/Chassis Weldm[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 20 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. INSET B (Model MS 150) REA DY B 43 31 32 33 23 54 28 46 READ Y 72 69 48 47 67 49 71 51 60 56 2 68 19 54 26 58 59 27 A 43 1 9 39 55 34 INSET C (Model MS 150) INSET A (Model MS 150) A C C 4 49 43 B C C 77 78 76 61 46 37 MS-150/155/250/255 NOTE: Refer to parts list on page 19.[...]
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READ Y 22 55 INSET A (Model MS 250) READ Y 72 48 47 67 49 71 61 60 56 66 14 69 19 54 26 58 59 27 29 32 33 23 54 28 45 30 5 INSET B (Model MS 250) A A 55 45 37 2 MIRACLE STEAMER 21 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. NOTE: Refer to parts list on page 19. MS-150/155/250/255[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 22 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. 1 001 1314 Steam V ent Assy . 1 2 001 1408 T op Cover Assy . (Incl. #73-77) 1 3 001 1413 Liner Assy . (Incl. #65, 69, 72) 1 4 001 1414 Drawer Assy . (Incl. #64-71) 1 5 001 1416 Main Housing Assy . 1 001 1418 Main Housing Assy . 1 6 0400138 Locknut, Conduit, 1/2" 1 7 0400251 Strain R[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 23 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. INSET C (Model MS 355) C C 49 49 READY 32 48 42 57 50 51 45 44 62 24 58 47 43 28 49 READ Y AD D WATER B INSET A (Model MS 355) 59 51 B C C 79 79 38 38 41 41 36 37 33 29 47 82 81 80 A A DD W A TE R INSET B (Model MS 355) 63 39 78 17 20 34 54 51 14 83 22 35 40 40 60 23 15 12 MS-355 NOTE: R[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 24 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. R EA D Y A DD ADD WA TE R TER 21 53 27 26 25 47 47 46 46 46 10 19 74 75 77 76 73 2 1 11 18 5 52 16 55 56 9 8 65 64 69 65 69 72 68 67 66 70 71 61 7 4 3 6 13 25 30 MS-355 NOTE: Refer to parts list on page 22.[...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 25 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. REPLACEMENT P ARTS (continued) Item Part Description Qty . No. 1 0503615 Bracket, Manifold 1 2 2030125 T ubing, 1/4" I.D., PVC, 12" Long 2 3 2040150 Elbow , Male, Nylon, 1/4" Barb, 3/8" NPT 2 4 2040151 Nipple, Hex, Nylon, 3/8" x 1/4" NPT 1 5 2080105 Elbow , [...]
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MIRACLE STEAMER 26 P/N 1010699 Rev . B A.J. Antunes & Co. WIRING DIAGRAMS VIO MOMENT ARY SWITCH THERMOCOUPLE S.S. RELA Y CONTROL BO ARD T5 T2 T1 T3 T7 T2 T6 2 1 3+ 4– YEL RED BLU BLU BLK HEA TER HI-LIMIT THERMOST A T WHT WHT TERMINAL BLOCK GRD GRN GRN-YEL GRN W HT/BLU BLK/BRN BLK/BRN BLK WHT #WHT #BLK BLK TRANSFORMER 1 2 4 5 6 8 10 #BLK #WHT [...]
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1025 W . National Avenue • Addison, Illinois 60101 T elephone (630) 543-8650 • F AX (630) 543-0359 • 1-800-253-2991 www .ajantunes.com LIMITED W ARRANTY Equipment manufactured by Roundup Food Equipment Division of A.J. Antunes & Co. has been constructed of the finest materials available and manufactured to high quality standards. These un[...]