Vaillant ECOTEC PLUS VU 80, Installation And Maintenance Instructions Manual

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Installation
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Positioning the unit for final installation –
restricted installation
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If the unit weighs more than 25 kg, it should always be
transported by two persons, where possible.
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Fix the unit bracket securely to the wall before lifting the
unit and placing it in position.
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If required, provide the work surface with sufficient pro-
tection against damage.
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Ensure that you hold the unit securely at the front and
side and lift it - if available - onto the work surface.
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Hold the unit in a balanced position and then lift it fur-
ther upwards and position it on the bracket.
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If the unit is being positioned on the bracket by two per-
sons, ensure that you have a firm grip on the front and
side/bottom of the boiler.
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Ensure your movements are coordinated if the unit is
being lifted by 2 persons, so that its weight is evenly dis-
tributed.
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Use safe lifting techniques – keep your back straight –
and bend your legs at the knee –if you are lifting some-
thing from the floor.
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Do not twist your body – instead, reposition your feet.
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During the entire lifting process, hold the boiler as close
as possible to your body to minimise the strain on your
back.
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If required, get somebody to assist you in this.
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Wear appropriate cut-resistant and non-slip gloves to
protect yourself against sharp edges and maintain a safe
and secure grip while handling the unit.
Positioning the unit for final installation – with
restricted installation position under the roof.
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If the unit weighs more than 25 kg, it should always be
transported by two persons, where possible.
>
Ensure that you hold onto the front and side of the unit
securely, lift it, hold it in a balanced position and then lift
it further upwards and position it on the bracket.
>
If the unit is being positioned on the bracket by two per-
sons, ensure that you have a firm grip on the front and
side/bottom of the boiler.
>
Ensure your movements are coordinated if the unit is
being lifted by 2 persons, so that its weight is evenly dis-
tributed.
>
If the unit is being positioned on the bracket by one per-
son, ensure that you have a firm grip and lift the boiler
from the bottom.
>
Use safe lifting techniques – keep your back straight –
and bend your legs at the knee –if you are lifting some-
thing from the floor.
>
Do not twist your body – instead, reposition your feet.
>
During the entire lifting process, hold the boiler as close
as possible to your body to minimise the strain on your
back.
>
If required, get somebody to assist you in this.
>
Wear appropriate cut-resistant and non-slip gloves to
protect yourself against sharp edges and maintain a safe
and secure grip while handling the unit.
>
Before setting up the unit, it is recommended that you
perform a risk assessment of the attic storey, in order to
check the access, floor rigidity, lighting, and railing, and
to take all required remedial actions before the unit is
installed.