8
INSTALLATION
8 UNPACKING THE PRODUCT
B
IDRA DS FI
solar heaters are supplied in a single
package on a wooden pallet.
The boiler comes with a solar station supplied with solar
regulator already wired to the high-efficiency circulator,
and two non-wired probes to be inserted in the boiler sock-
ets.
The following items are delivered in a plastic bag inside the
packaging:
- Instruction manuals
- Bar code label
- Hydraulic test certificate
- Energy label (to be applied to device upon installa-
tion)
- No. 1 solar probe PT1000
- No. 2 probes NTC.
b
The instruction manual is an integral part of the so-
lar storage cylinder. Once located, read it thoroughly
and keep it safe.
b
For handling operations, thoroughly follow the in-
structions on device package label.
9 ACCESS TO THE SOLAR STATION
To access the solar station it is necessary to remove the
solar regulator covering (1) and then the front insulation (2).
1
2
10 PLACE OF INSTALLATION
B
IDRA DS FI
storage cylinders can be installed in any
room where there is no specific requirement for an electri-
cal protection rating higher than IP X0D.
≥ 0,3 m
≥ 0,8 m
≥ 0,3 m
≥ 0,8 m
≥ 0,7 m
NOTE:
the above-indicated dimensions are recommended
for a correct maintenance and access to the device.
b
When installing the boiler, allow sufficient space
around it to access all safety and control devices and
to permit easy maintenance.
11 INSTALLATION IN OLDER
SYSTEMS AND SYSTEMS
REQUIRING MODERNISATION
When installing
B
IDRA DS FI
storage cylinders in old
systems or systems requiring modernisation, always per-
form the following checks.
- Make sure that the system is fitted with safety and
control devices in accordance with applicable legis-
lation and standards
- Make sure that the central heating circuit has been
flushed out to remove all sludge and lime scale, and
has been vented and seal tested
- Make sure that a suitable water treatment system is
installed if the quality of the supply/recirculation water
so demands (refer to the reference values listed in
the table alongside).
12 WATER QUALITY
REQUIREMENTS
REFERENCE VALUES
pH
6-8
Electrical conductivity
less than 200 μS/cm (25°C)
Chlorine ions
less than 50 ppm
Sulphuric acid ions
less than 50 ppm
Total iron
less than 0.3 ppm
Alkalinity M
less than 50 ppm
Total hardness
less than 35°F
Sulphur ions
none
Ammonia ions
none
Silicon ions
less than 30 ppm
The values above ensure proper operation of the system.
Refer to the limit values specified in the current standards
and regulations on the installation site.
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