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Crown (Middleby)  |  SKU: CE-342

Crown (Middleby) CE-342 Steamers (Countertop & Floor)

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Description

Crown CE-342 Electric Steam Generator – 42 kW, 36" Cabinet Base

Self-contained boiler system with CSD-1 safety controls & built-in water treatment

Put reliable, high-quality steam right where you need it. The Crown CE-342 produces up to 128 lbs of steam per hour in a space-saving 36 inch stainless cabinet, giving you the output of a central boiler without the expensive build-out. Perfect for powering kettles, steamers, proofers, dish machines and more.

Key features & advantages
  • Heavy-duty 42 kW Incoloy heating elements reach operating pressure fast.
  • CSD-1 compliant safety package with manual-reset low-water cut-off & high-limit pressure switch.
  • Automatic blowdown and split water line reduce scale build-up and maintenance time.
  • Factory-supplied water filter system meets Crown’s water-quality specs for full warranty protection.
  • Automatic water-level control, external gauge glass & pressure gauge for easy monitoring.
  • Operating pressure 9–11 psi, ASME-stamped vessel rated 15 psi with safety relief valve.
  • ¾" IPS steam take-off kit feeds adjacent equipment – no remote boiler room required.
  • Reinforced stainless countertop plus two lockable doors for extra workspace & storage.
  • (4) 6" stainless legs with adjustable flanged feet anchor the unit securely to the floor.
  • cCSAus & NSF listed – ready for installation in the U.S. and Canada.
Service connections
  • Cold water: 3/8" O.D. tubing @ 25–50 psi (170–345 kPa)
  • Drain: 2" IPS to open floor drain (air-gap required)
  • Steam take-off: ¾" IPS
  • Electrical: Field-wired 3-phase – see amperage chart below
Technical specifications
Model CE-342
Cabinet width 36 in | 914 mm
Steam output 128 lbs/hr (58 kg/hr)
Operating pressure 9 – 11 psi
Maximum vessel rating 15 psi (ASME)
Heating capacity 42 kW
Voltage / phase 208-480 V, 3-phase
Amps per line 208 V – 128 A |  220 V – 117 A |  240 V – 110 A |  380 V – 101 A |  415 V – 58 A |  480 V – 51 A
Shipping weight 415 lb (188 kg)
Certifications ASME, cCSAus, NSF
Water quality notice: For optimal performance, supply water must be < 60 ppm TDS, pH 6.8 – 7.3 and < 1.5 ppm chlorine. Use the included water filter and replace cartridges as recommended to maintain warranty coverage.

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Features & Specs

Manufacturer

Crown (Middleby)

Certifications

NSF, cCSAus

Height

28.0in

Width

36.0in

Depth

33.0in

Shipping Weight

415.0lbs

Base

36" Cabinet

Wattage

42 kilowatts

Specifications

Steam Generator, electric, 36" cabinet base, freestanding design, CSD-1 controls, automatic blowdown, split water line, includes water filter system, automatic water level control, pressure gauge, water gauge glass, pressure control with secondary safety pressure control, safety relief valve, steam take off kit, reinforced countertop, (2) doors, stainless steel exterior finish, (4) 6" stainless steel legs with adjustable flanged feet, 9-11 psi, 42kW, cCSAus, NSF