STRATOSTEAM COUNTERTOP STEAMER INTRODUCTION
OWNER’S MANUAL 1185184 PAGE 3 OF 44
INTRODUCTION
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 toughest standards in the industry. Each piece of Southbend equipment is carefully engineered and designs are
verified through laboratory tests and field installations. With proper care and field maintenance, you will experience
years of reliable, trouble-free operation. For best results, read this manual carefully.
RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This manual is for Southbend StratoSteam Countertop Steamer models STRE-3EZ and STRE-5EZ. The manual is
divided into six sections:
Introduction ............................................ 3
Specifications ......................................... 4
Operation ............................................... 7
Cleaning & Maintenance ........................ 11
Installation .............................................. 13
Service ................................................... 18
Each steamer has two serial plates located on the exterior of the steamer (see Figure 1 below).
Read these instructions carefully before attempting installation. Installation and initial startup should be performed by
a qualified installer. Unless the installation instructions for this product are followed by a qualified service technician (a
person experienced in and knowledgeable with the installation of commercial gas and/or electric cooking equipment)
then the terms and conditions on the Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty will be rendered void and no warranty of any
kind shall apply.
In the event you have questions concerning the installation, use, care, or service of the product, write to:
Southbend
1100 Old Honeycutt Road
Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina 27526 USA
Figure 1
Location of Serial Plates