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Vaillant ecoTEC plus SERIES Instructions For Installation And Servicing
Summary of ecoTEC plus SERIES
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus wall hung open vent condensing boiler gb, ie for the installer.
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 2 1 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1.1 notes on the documentation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1.1.1 other instructions supplied with this appliance. . . 3 1.1.3 safety instructions and sy...
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3 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 1 introduction 1.1 notes on the documentation. To ensure clarity of information in instructions a new european standard of advice and symbols is being introduced. To ensure compliance with this new standard the following details...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 4 h note! Installation and adjustment of the boiler as well as service, maintenance and repair may only be car- ried out by a competent person approved at the time by the health and safety executive and in ac- cordance with the ga...
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5 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 1.5.4 control of substances hazardous to health under section 6 of the health and safety at work act 1974, we are required to provide information on substances haz- ardous to health. The adhesives and sealants used in this appli...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 6 1.5.14 boilers installed in a compartment or cupboard if the boiler is fitted into a compartment or cupboard it does not require ventilation openings. Do not use the compartment or cupboard for storage. 1.5.15 boiler casing do n...
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7 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 1.7 regulations, rules and guidelines. This boiler meets the requirements of statutory instrument, no. 3083 the boiler (efficiency) regulations, and there- fore is deemed to meet the requirements of directive 92/42/eec on the ef...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 8 2 boiler specifications 2.1 technical data description ecotec plus 415 ecotec plus 418 ecotec plus 428 ecotec plus 438 unit maximum ch heat input (net) 15.3 18.9 28.6 38.4 kw ch heat output (80/60 °c) 5.0 - 15.0 5.0 - 18.6 5.3 -...
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9 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 2.1.2 dimensions 48 26 33 176 160 340 113 375 133 30 53 161 610 1 2 3 7 4 5 6 8 56 fig. 2.1 dimensions in mm 1 heating return pipe Ø 22 2 heating flow pipe Ø 22 3 gas connection Ø 15 4 hanging bracket 5 flue hole - flue system 3...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 10 3 general requirements 3.1 preliminary remarks this appliance must only be installed and commissioned by a suitably competent person. Please check with your installer that he is able to carryout all the necessary works includin...
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11 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 tions in timber framed and light steel framed buildings“. Please note the safety instructions below before deciding where to install the boiler: a caution! Do not install the appliance in rooms prone to frost. In rooms with agg...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 12 fig. 3.5 vertical flue system art. No. 30 32 00 3.5.1 flue termination the following details refer to both flue systems. A. The terminal must be located where the combustible substances can escape freely at all times. B. A plum...
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13 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 fig. 3.7 flue termination under balcony/eves 3.5.2 internal flue installation the flue can be installed from inside the building when access to the outside wall face is not practicable. 3.6 air supply detailed recommendations f...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 14 3.15 cleanser and inhibitor in the case of an existing installation, it is essential that prior to installing the new boiler the system is thorough- ly flushed. For optimum performance after installation of a new system, the bo...
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15 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 heating water qualities unit low-salt saline electric conductivity at 25 °c μs/cm 100-1500 appearance free of sedimentary substances ph-value at 25 °c 8,2-10,0 1) 8,2-10,0 1) oxygen mg/l 1) with aluminium and aluminium alloys, ...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 16 ecotec plus 438 pressure loss graph water pressure loss (metres head of water) flow rate (litres/hour) 1633 l/hr = 20 diff @ 38 kw fig. 3.8.4 pressure loss ecotec plus 438 3.17 open vented heating system the boiler must be supp...
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17 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 3.18.5 filling a sealed water system provision for filling the system at low level must be made. This can be achieved by the use of a proprietary filling loop. 3 litres (o.66 gals) make-up bottle (if required) flow control valv...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 18 4 boiler installation sequence 4.1 boiler location h note! This boiler is not suitable for outdoor installation. This boiler may be installed in any room, although particular attention is drawn to the installation of a boiler i...
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19 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 h note! Care should be taken not to scratch the white surface of the boiler casing. 4.2 flue exit refer to flue system installation instructions for full de- tails. D danger! Vaillant appliances are certified only for use with ...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 20 h note! Ensure the gas supply pipe work is adequately sized so that a 20 mbar gas pressure is availa- ble at the boiler inlet at full flow rate. • tighten all connections. • check the gas connection with leak indicator spray fo...
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21 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 boiler installation sequence 4 4.3.6 installing the flue system • install the flue system (refer to the separate air/flue duct installation instructions). 4.4 electrical connections e danger! This appliance must be earthed. Ele...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 22 4 boiler installation sequence 4.4.2 wiring system • connect the mains supply to the terminal block, see fig 4 .8.1 the pump can be connected directly to the terminal block or alternatively as shown in diagram 4.8.2 . Fig 4.8.1...
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23 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 boiler installation sequence 4 4.4.3 electrical board layout x20 x2 -+ bus 24v 230v 78 9 l n 3 4 5 x40 x41 x31 caution: do not connect supply voltage! Risk of damage to electronics! Room thermostat 24v: connection 7, 8 and 9 no...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 24 ntc return ntc flow x 20/5 red x 20/7 black x 20/8 blue black link ignition electrode fan unit gas valve assembly x 20/18 red (24 vdc) x 20/9 blue (earth) chassis earth green/ yellow pump connection red red fuse t2e 250 volts e...
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25 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 4.4.4 controls controls article no. Installation vrt 392 programmable room control 0020028509 wall mounted vrt 392f rf programmable room control 0020028514 wall mounted vrc 470 weather compensator 0020108130 wall mounted or plu...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 26 4.4.6 connection details for external switches and boiler terminal strip. 230 vac system controls • zone valve • programmer • room thermostat • cylinder thermostat l n e note: all cables connected to the appliance should be per...
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27 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 5 commissioning (part i) please ensure the “benchmark” commissioning check list is completed and left with the user. 5.1 preliminaries - all systems a competent person approved at the time by the health and safety executive sho...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 28 5.1.2 gas pressure statement - natural gas a natural gas: do not proceed with the adjustment or attempt to put the unit into service if the inlet working pressure lies outside the range shown in table 5.1 the nominal operating ...
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29 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 in the unlikely event that a problem occurs with the operation of the ecotec boiler, the following points should be checked: boiler fails to operate: – is the gas supply turned on? – is there enough water in the heating system?...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 30 6 natural gas to lpg conversion 6 natural gas to lpg conversion the ecotec plus is able to be field adjusted for use on lpg – propane g31 gas. To enable conversion the use of a flue gas analyser is necessary. A caution! After c...
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31 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 7 functional checks commissioning (part ii) 7.1 functional checks after installing and checking the gas supply pressure, perform a function check before commissioning the appliance and handing over to the user. • commission the...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 32 7.6 handing over to the user h note! When you have finished the installation, attach the sticker supplied (835593) to the front case of the appliance in the user’s language. H note! If fitted to a sealed system. • set the maxim...
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33 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 we recommend the conclusion of an inspection and maintenance contract with an approved company or in- staller. The inspection serves to determine the actual condition of the respective boiler and compare it with the specified c...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 34 overview of the inspection and maintenance tasks no. Activity inspection must be carried out each year maintenance must be carried out at regular intervals – but no longer than 5 years 1 check the air flue gas installation for ...
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35 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 8.1.4 general retaining dowel (2 off) front casing screw (2 off) fig. 8.1 panels all routine servicing requirements can be achieved by the removal of the front casing, inner case and chassis panel only. • remove the two screws ...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 36 8.1.5 spark electrode • disconnect the ignition lead and earth lead from the ignit- er unit and two securing screws at the spark electrode. • withdraw the spark electrode carefully from the combustion chamber, see fig 8.4. • in...
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37 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 • clean the burner with a soft brush taking great care not to damage the front insulation. Do not use wire or sharp instruments to clean the holes of the burner. • inspect the burner for any signs of damage. • remove and discar...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 38 • remove valve cap from expansion vessel charge point. • check that the internal charge pressure of the expan- sion vessel is to the correct design pressure. If the pressure is lower than this the vessel should be re pressurise...
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39 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 model nat. Gas lpg g20 % co 2 after 5 mins at full load maximum g31 % co 2 after 5 mins at full load throttle maximum case off case on co/co 2 ratio case off case on adjustment co/co 2 ratio ecotec plus 415 9.1 + 0.2 - 0.5 9.3 ...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 40 10 troubleshooting 10.1 logical fault finding procedure these checks must be carried out before attempting to use the fault finding guide. 1. Carry out electrical safety checks (see section 4 ‘wiring system’). 2. Check that the...
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41 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 a caution! Access to the second diagnostic level must be used exclusively by a qualified technician. First diagnostic level • press the “i” and “+” keys simultaneously. The display shows “d.0”. • use the “+” or “–” keys to scro...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 42 display meaning display value/adjustable value d.17 heating flow/return regulation change over 0 = flow, 1 = return (factory setting: 0) d.18 pump mode (return) 0 = return, 1 = nonstop, 2 = winter (factory setting: 0) d.19 oper...
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43 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 10.1.3 fault codes fault codes take priority over all other display functions in the event of a system fault occurring.If multiple faults occur, the corresponding fault codes are displayed alter- nately for about two seconds ea...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 44 10 troubleshooting 10.2 test programs special functions can be triggered on the appliances by activating various test programs. These programs are given in detail in the table 10.5. • the test programs p.0 to p.6 will be starte...
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45 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 parts replacement 11 11 parts replacement the tasks listed below in this section may be carried out only by a competent person approved at the time by the health and safety executive as stated in the gas safety (installation an...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 46 • remove the clip securing the clear condense pipe to heat exchanger. • pull to remove clamps (two at the top and one at the bottom) to remove the heat exchanger, see fig 11.2. H note! There will be water in the heat exchanger....
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47 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 recycling and disposal 12 factory guarantee and vaillant service 13 12 recycling and disposal the design of all vaillant products takes into account the subsequent recycling and/or eventual safe scrapping of each component used...
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Instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 48 14 appendix 14 appendix.
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49 instructions for installation and servicing ecotec plus 0020020828_07 installation, commissioning and service record installation, commissioning and service record.
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Please affix the label from the rear cover of the control box over this area..
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Service interval record it is recommended that your heating system is serviced regularly and that you complete the appropriate service interval record below . Service provider. Before completing the appropriate service interval record below, please ensure you have carried out the service as describe...
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0020020828_07 gbie 042012 — subject to alterations.