Carel L201MA0UL0 Steam Cylinder

Carel replacement L201MA0UL0 Steam Cylinder. Also known as a standard cylinder or "disposable" version.

Common drinking water contains a certain amount of dissolved minerals, which is conductive, applying a voltage to metal electrodes immersed in the water creates an electric current that heats the water (Joule effect) until it has reached the boiling point, thus producing steam. The quantity of steam produced is proportional to the electric current, which is proportional to the water level. When the steam output reaches the desired output level the fill valve will close. As the water evaporates over time the cylinder's water level will in turn drop. If the water level falls below the desired output the fill valve will open to refill the cylinder to the requested steam output.

The life of the cylinder depends on many factors:

• Saturation of lime deposit (limescale) and or in combination with patrial or complete corrosion of the electrodes.
• Correct use and dimensioning of the humidifier, rated power, water type as well as accurate and regular maintenance.
• Because of plastic material aging and electrode use the cylinder should be replaced after one year (or 2500 hours of operation).

Periodical Inspections: 

• After one hour of operation visually check to make sure there are no important water leaks.
• Fortnightly OR no more than 300 operating hours check for general and operating condition of cylinder.
• Every three months OR no more than 1000 operating hours check the general and operating condition of the cylinder and replace if necessary.
• Annually OR no more than 2500 hours replace the whole cylinder.