Positioning the unit
The water heater should be fitted level on a hard surface with sufficient load strenght to take the
full weight of the cylinder (see table 1 page 1). Adjustable feet are fitted to ensure the unit can be
adjusted to a level position. There is no limitations regarding the fitting distance from walls etc., but
it is strongly recommended to ensure easy access to all pipe fittings etc. There should be at least 80
cm of free space in front of the water heater to ensure easy access for servicing and maintenance.
Protection from frost
If the water heater is in danger of being exposed to frost while not operating under electric power,
the unit must be drained to avoid damage. Make sure the electric power is turned off before draining,
otherwise the heating elements can be damaged and the warranty is void. Draining instructions, see
“Commissioning” on page 4.
Cold water inlet control (Multibloc) See Page 2 Items 3 - 4
This combination consists of a pressure reducing valve with integral strainer, check valve and
expansion valve with stainless steel seat. The pressure settings are set and locked in the factory and
are shown on the top of each valve. For optimum performance the following installation instructions
should be complied with.
Installation
1. Cold water supply to be 22mm nominal size.
2. Flush supply pipework before connection to remove all flux and debris prior to fitting the inlet
controls. Failure to do this may result in irreparable damage to the controls and will invalidate
the warranty.
3. The “MULTIBLOC” can be fitted in any orientation to suit the installation as long as it is fitted in
the correct flow direction. Check the flow arrows on the side of the body.
4. The expansion valve should be either horizontal or pointing downwards. If fitted upwards, debris
may be deposited on the seat and cause fouling of the seat when the valve operates. Check
direction of flow arrows.
5. The black plastic plugs in the body are pressure gauge connections to enable pressure
monitoring to be carried out, should the system develop a fault. It is recommended that these
be accessible (the pressure reducing valve has two - only one need be accessible).
6. Expansion relief drain pipework must be connected to a safe visible discharge point via a
tundish and the pipework must have a continuous fall.
7. The pressure reducing valve has two outlets, the second one is for a balanced cold water
supply, to a shower or a bidet
(over rim type only, ascending spray type requires type AA,
AB or AD air gap). (Major shower manufacturers advise fitting a mini expansion vessel in
the balanced cold supply to accommodate thermal expansion and prevent tightening of
shower controls).
Using the balanced cold connection to feed bath taps can reduce the flow available to the
unvented cylinder. If not required the balanced cold supply is blanked off.
The Benchmark Log Book enclosed with the cylinder should be completed after commissioning
of the system and handed to the customer for future use.
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INSTALLATION AND SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
