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Electrical

1

Switch off the main electricity supply before carrying out any work

involving a live circuit or access to components that may be live.

2

The Zip Varipoint is pre-wired with a length of 3-core cable suitable for 
connection  to a mains 240v supply. Connection must be made to a
double-pole isolating switch on a dedicated circuit or a double pole 
switched spur.

3

If the cable length is insufficient it is recommended that the entire length is
replaced and no joins made to the original. To replace the cable:

a.  Prise the temperature control knob off the spindle.

b.  Release the one screw revealed by the knob.

c.  Remove the cover by sliding forwards.

d.  Pass the new cable through the entry point of the cover.

e.  Remake the connections.

f.   Ensure the cable is securely clamped.

g.  Refasten the cover.

Do not switch on the electrical supply until the water heater
is full of water

Commissioning

1

Check that all the requirements under “Installation Requirements” have 
been met.

2

Check that all the water and electrical connections are correct and tight.

3

Open a hot water tap.

4

Open the isolating valve and permit the heater to fill.

5

When the water flows from the hot tap - turn off the hot tap.

6

Check for leaks, rectify as necessary.

7

Check the operation of the safety valve and when fitted the temperature 
and pressure relief valve.

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Zip Varipoint II Installation, Maintenance and User Instructions - June 2004

Neon Indicator

Thermostat

Cut Out

240V

Heating

Element

Summary of Contents for VP103

Page 1: ...Instructions June 2004 3 Specification 4 Special notices 5 Dimensions 6 Installation Requirements 7 8 Positioning 9 Plumbing 9 Electrical 10 Commissioning 10 11 Operation Precautions 11 12 Maintenanc...

Page 2: ...ation High density CFC free polyurethane foam Safety features Expansion relief valve supplied Manually resettable over temperature safety cutout Facility for optional T P valve Water heater protected...

Page 3: ...s constructed from impact resistant plastic and heat losses are minimised by the CFC free polyurethane foam insulation The inner vessel is heavy gauge copper and pressure tested to 16 Bar An alloy she...

Page 4: ...Weight kg Under Basin litres A B C Empty Full VP103 Over 10 452 300 285 6 5 16 5 VP103UB Under 10 452 300 285 6 5 16 5 VP153 Over 15 452 300 285 7 5 22 5 VP153UB Under 15 452 300 285 7 5 22 5 6 Zip V...

Page 5: ...s under 4 bars fit accessory pack AQ2 Expansion vessel and check valve Where static water pressures are likely to exceed 4 bars fit accessory packs AQ2 and AQ3 Pressure reducing valve and line straine...

Page 6: ...is greater than 4 bar and expanded water cannot be accommodated in the pipework Using pack AQ2 and AQ3 expansion vessel check valve and pressure reducing valve 8 Zip Varipoint II Installation Mainten...

Page 7: ...Zip Heaters on 0870 608 8888 5 Position the Zip Varipoint to allow for future maintenance 6 Do not install in a location where the unit or connecting pipe can freeze Plumbing 1 Check the incoming wat...

Page 8: ...ver by sliding forwards d Pass the new cable through the entry point of the cover e Remake the connections f Ensure the cable is securely clamped g Refasten the cover Do not switch on the electrical s...

Page 9: ...inst frost damage but this protection does not extend to connecting pipework or fittings Economy setting Standard setting Setting for very hot water when large amounts of warm water mixed hot and cold...

Page 10: ...should be visually inspected regularly This is particularly important if the heater is located in a cupboard roof space or any other concealed location If there is any sign of leaks or seepage the hea...

Page 11: ...Possible causes Water not heating 1 Electricity supply fault 2 Over temperature cut out tripped 3 Faulty thermostat 4 Faulty element Discharge from 1 Thermostat fault any relief valve 2 Excessive main...

Page 12: ...asin Item Part No Description 1 VP0301 Element 2 2kW 2 VP0303 Thermostat 3 VP0304 Resettable Cut Out 4 VP0317 Element Gasket 5 VP0322 Wall Fixing Bracket Zip Varipoint II Underbasin Item Part No Descr...

Page 13: ...is not due to accident misuse abuse condition of the water frost or failure to follow installation instructions or service requirements The only charges payable by the customer are the cost or removal...

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