Page 2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; Keep area around appliances free and clear of combustibles.
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before installing and operating this equipment, be sure everyone involved in its operation is fully trained and aware of precautions. Accidents and problems can be caused by failure to follow fundamental rules and precautions. The follo...
Page 3 - ABLE OF; RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.; Table of Contents; Southbend
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS T ABLE OF C ONTENTS Congratulations! You have purchased one of the finest pieces of heavy-duty commercial cooking equipment on the market. You will find that your new equipment, like all Southbend equipment, has been designed and manufactured to meet the ...
Page 4 - NS; PECIFICATIONS; DIMENSIONS; IMPROPER INSTALLATION.; ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
S PECIFICATIONS M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS O NS SPEC IFICATI S PECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW TOP VIEW = Electrical Connection Terminal Block 4" Adjustable Legs 16-1/2" (419) 30-1/2" (775) Height (see table below) 2" (51) 2-1/2" (63) Interior Dime...
Page 5 - NSTALLATION; WARNING; INSTALLATION; CAUTION
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS I NSTALLATION I NSTALLATION WARNING DO NOT CONNECT 3/4" ID GREY HOSE IN REAR OF UNIT TO ANYTHING. THESE ARE VENT HOSES AND MUST BE ALLOWED TO DRAIN INTO PAN. FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD CAUSE A DANGEROUS PRESSURE RISE INSIDE OF THE STEAMER. INSTALLATION C...
Page 6 - Step 2: Install the Legs; suction cups go on the back of unit.; that pan stops are toward the rear of the unit.; Figure 1; NOTICE
I NSTALLATION M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS Step 2: Install the Legs 1. Uncrate carefully. Report any hidden damage to the freight carrier IMMEDIATELY. 2. Do not remove any tags or labels until unit is installed and working properly. 3. Remove placeholder bolts holding bottom cover on...
Page 7 - Step 3: Electric Connection; Figure 2
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS I NSTALLATION Step 3: Electric Connection A field connection terminal block is located at the rear of the unit, lower left side. A hole is provided for a 3/4" conduit fitting (solid or flex). The rear cover must be removed to gain access to terminal b...
Page 8 - Step 4: Optional Floor Drain; Figure 3; Step 5: Check Installation; Ensure proper opening and closing of doors.
I NSTALLATION M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS Step 4: Optional Floor Drain The drain valve is 1/2" NPT. Position the unit near, but not on top of, an open floor drain. Allow at least a 1" air gap. DO NOT directly plumb to the unit unless you also install an “open funnel” downstr...
Page 9 - PERATION; STARTUP; opening at left rear corner of cavity bottom.; NOTICE: WATER SPECIFICATION; pH; OPERATION; THOROUGHLY WITH CLEAN WATER.
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS O PERATION O PERATION STARTUP 1. If the cavity bottom cover is present, open door and remove. 2. Turn lever to “ON” position with door open. 3. Important: Pour water into trough above the door until water is observed passing through the fill / drain openi...
Page 10 - OOKING; COOKING TIPS; COOKING HINTS
C OOKING H INTS M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS C OOKING H INTS COOKING TIPS Schedule cooking of fresh vegetables so that they will be served soon after they are cooked. If it is necessary to prepare them in advance, they can be plunged into cold water, drained thoroughly and held under...
Page 13 - LEANING; WARNING: BURN HAZARD; DAILY CLEANING; CLEANING; PERIODIC CLEANING; Never use vinegar or any corrosive
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS C LEANING C LEANING Southbend equipment is constructed with the best quality materials and is designed to provide durable service when properly maintained. To expect the best performance, your equipment must be maintained in good condition and cleaned dai...
Page 14 - SEMIANNUAL CLEANING; Open drain valve, and close valve when box is finished draining.
C LEANING M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS particles left on the surface will rust and further spoil the appearance of the finish. NEVER USE A WIRE BRUSH, STEEL SCOURING PAD, SCRAPER, FILE OR OTHER STEEL TOOLS. Surfaces which are marred collect dirt more rapidly and become more difficult...
Page 15 - ROUBLESHOOTING; TROUBLESHOOTING FLOWCHARTS; Symptom; TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES AND SCHEMATICS; Procedure or Schematic
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS T ROUBLESHOOTING T ROUBLESHOOTING This section contains a troubleshooting flowcharts, procedures, and electric schematics to assist a qualified service technician in the servicing of a EZ-3 or EZ-5 Countertop Steamer. TROUBLESHOOTING FLOWCHARTS Find the s...
Page 16 - Figure 4; Unit Not Heating Up, “ON” Light Not Lit; TROUBLESHOOTING
T ROUBLESHOOTING M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS Figure 4 Unit Not Heating Up, “ON” Light Not Lit Unit not heating up, “ON” light not lit. No Yes Check that circuit breaker is “ON” and that proper voltage is available at terminal block. (For units with a fuse block, check for proper vol...
Page 17 - Figure 5; Unit Not Heating Up Properly or Not Cooking As Fast, “ON” Light Lit
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS T ROUBLESHOOTING Figure 5 Unit Not Heating Up Properly or Not Cooking As Fast, “ON” Light Lit Unit not heating up properly, or not cooking as fast, “ON” light lit. Is “CHECK WATER LEVEL” light on with door closed? Check all main fuses or circuit breaker, ...
Page 18 - Figure 6; Figure 7; “Check Water Level” Light Does Not Come On When Unit Runs Out of Water
T ROUBLESHOOTING M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS Figure 6 Unit Using Excessive Amount of Water and/or Excessive Steam Coming from Vent Tube Unit using excessive amount of water and/or excessive steam coming from vent tube behind the unit. DISCONNECT POWER AT CIRCUIT BREAKER No Yes Exces...
Page 19 - Figure 8; Buzzer Does Not Come On
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS T ROUBLESHOOTING Figure 8 Buzzer Does Not Come On Buzzer does not come on. DISCONNECT POWER AT CIRCUIT BREAKER Remove control panel. Set timer for 5 minutes. Does timer time down? Yes No Remove buzzer lead wires from timer. Replace timer. Check timer (see...
Page 20 - Figure 9; Voltage Check at Control Panel Fuse Block; Disconnect power at circuit breaker.
T ROUBLESHOOTING M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS Figure 9 Voltage Check at Control Panel Fuse Block D B A C "ON" Light Door Switch Power Switch Terminal Block Control Panel Fuse Block "CHECK WATER LEVEL" Light 1. Disconnect power at circuit breaker. 2. Remove control pan...
Page 21 - Heating Element Resistance Check (at contactor)
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS T ROUBLESHOOTING Figure 10 Heating Element Resistance Check (at contactor) B Contactor (top view) A C E D 1. Disconnect power at circuit breaker. 2. Remove control panel. 3. Place test leads between terminals A and C on left side of contactor. 4. Check th...
Page 23 - Power Switch Continuity Check
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS T ROUBLESHOOTING Figure 12 Power Switch Continuity Check Fuse Block Power Switch "C" Lead "NO" Lead 1. Disconnect power at circuit breaker. 2. Remove control panel. 3. Turn Lever to “ON” from “OFF” and to “OFF” from “ON” ensuring that the ...
Page 24 - Contactor Coil and MOV Check; TOP VIEW
T ROUBLESHOOTING M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS Figure 13 Contactor Coil and MOV Check A B C D E F Actuator MOV TOP VIEW LEFT SIDE VIEW 1. Disconnect power at circuit breaker. 2. Remove control panel and disconnect nine-pin plug PL1. 3. Depress actuator on top of contactor. Actuator sh...
Page 26 - Timer and Buzzer Check
T ROUBLESHOOTING M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS Figure 15 Timer and Buzzer Check Timer Buzzer 1. Disconnect power at circuit breaker. 2. Remove control panel. 3. Set timer for one minute and allow to time out. If timer does not run, then replace. 4. Remove buzzer lead wires from timer ...
Page 29 - Float Switch Continuity Check; Rear View of Unit with Back Cover Removed
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS T ROUBLESHOOTING Figure 18 Float Switch Continuity Check Water Seal Box Float Tube Assembly Float Switch Drain Valve Rear View of Unit with Back Cover Removed Coupling Water Passages Float Tube Assembly 1. Disconnect power at circuit breaker. 2. Remove re...
Page 30 - Wait for cavity bottom to cool to touch.
T ROUBLESHOOTING M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS Figure 19 High Limit Continuity Check (for units built before January 15, 2001) C16 C19 C58 C59 Terminal Block Model EZ-3 Model EZ-5 1. Turn unit off. 2. Wait for cavity bottom to cool to touch. 3. Disconnect power at circuit breaker. 4. ...
Page 31 - High Limit Continuity Check (for units built after January 15, 2001)
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS T ROUBLESHOOTING Figure 20 High Limit Continuity Check (for units built after January 15, 2001) B658 B559 Terminal Block 1. Turn unit off. 2. Wait for cavity bottom to cool to touch. 3. Disconnect power at circuit breaker. 4. Remove control panel without ...
Page 40 - ARTS; DOOR ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS P ARTS NOTICE INSTALLATION OF OTHER THAN GENUINE SOUTHBEND PARTS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY ON THIS EQUIPMENT. The serial plate with voltage, model, and serial information is located on the right side of the steamer cavity on the upper rear corner. On single ...
Page 41 - Parts for Simple Steam Countertop Steamer; CONTROL PANEL COMPONENTS
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS Parts for Simple Steam Countertop Steamer EZ-3 Part Number EZ-5 Part Number Description - CONTROL PANEL COMPONENTS 1 1 7 8 3 9 7 CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY (for EZ-3 units built before January 15, 2001) 1 1 8 1 0 4 2 1 1 8 1 0 4 2 CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY (for ...
Page 42 - HEATING ELEMENTS, HI LIMIT THERMOSTATS, AND CONTACTORS
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS Parts for Simple Steam Countertop Steamer EZ-3 Part Number EZ-5 Part Number Description - HEATING ELEMENTS, HI LIMIT THERMOSTATS, AND CONTACTORS * S e e N o t e ELEMENT BLOCK, 220V,CENTER (1178354) (for units built before January 15, 2001) 1 1 8 1 5 0 0 H...
Page 43 - FLOAT TANK COMPONENTS
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS Parts for Simple Steam Countertop Steamer EZ-3 Part Number EZ-5 Part Number Description - FUSES, WIRE HARNESSES, AND TRANSFORMER 1 1 7 8 3 8 9 BUSSMAN FUSE BLOCK,30A (for units built before July 1, 2002) 1 1 7 8 4 9 4 1 1 7 8 4 9 4 BUSSMAN FUSE BLOCK,60A ...
Page 44 - INSULATION , EXTERIOR PANELS, RACK GUIDES
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS Parts for Simple Steam Countertop Steamer EZ-3 Part Number EZ-5 Part Number Description - INSULATION , EXTERIOR PANELS, RACK GUIDES 1 1 7 8 3 7 0 1 1 8 1 0 2 2 INSULATION, CAVITY 1 1 7 8 3 6 9 1 1 8 1 0 2 1 INSULATION, BACK PANEL 1 1 7 8 3 7 1 1 1 7 8 3 7...
Page 45 - SIMPLE STEAM
M ODEL EZ-3 & EZ-5 C OUNTERTOP S TEAMERS O PERATOR ’ S M ANUAL 1178387 P AGE 45 MODEL EZ-3 and EZ-5 SIMPLE STEAM COUNTERTOP STEAMERS A product with the Southbend name incorporates the best in durability and low maintenance. We all recognize, however, that replacement parts and occasional profess...
