MAINTENANCE / SERVICE
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INTRODUCTION
Servicing must be carried out by a properly qualified
person.
Whilst giving these instructions for the care of the ECOflo,
it is recommended that checks are carried out by the
installer or local gas service engineer at least annually.
Ensure good ventilation by keeping the heater free of
extraneous materials and clear of dust and lint. Keep
pipework, flue and tops of heaters clear of any
combustible materials. A water softener or scale inhibitor
should be employed in hard water areas. The heater
should be inspected every few months via the hand hole
cleanout and scale or silt deposits removed. Failure to do
so will shorten heater life and may invalidate the warranty.
PRE-SERVICE OPERATIONS
Before servicing, carry out the following operations.
1) Turn off the gas service cock.
2) Turn off the cold water supply to the heater.
3) Turn on the hot water draw-off taps served by the
water heater, or, for multiple installations, turn off the
hot water outlet connection valve and secondary
return valve.
4) Drain down using the drain valve on the heater.
ANNUALLY
Annual checks of the ignition systems, temperature
controls and any other controls are necessary to ensure
continued safe and efficient operation.
The entire combustion system must be sealed for this
water heater to function correctly. Ensure that the burner
access panel is kept tightly sealed. The combustion air
supply tee piece at the side of the heater must be tightly
clamped to the elbow and concentric flue adaptor.
Replace any damaged parts.
The entire exhaust flue system and combustion air supply
must be inspected at least annually for integrity of all
joints and gaskets.
GENERAL
KEEP APPLIANCE AREA CLEAR AND FREE FROM
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, PETROL AND OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPOURS AND LIQUIDS.
Water heater maintenance includes periodic tank flushing
and cleaning, and removal of lime scale. The unit should
be inspected and adjusted to maintain proper
combustion. Refer to Fig. 17 below, “Suggested
Maintenance Schedule”. A periodic inspection of the flue
installation system should be made.
MAINTENANCE / SERVICE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Following are the instructions for performing some of the recommended maintenance.
Unit inspection and adjustment should be performed by a competent qualified engineer.
COMPONENT
OPERATION
INTERVAL
REQUIRED
Tank
Sediment Removal
Every 6 months
Flushing
Relief Valve
Check Operation
Every 6 months
Proper Operation
Exhaust & Air Intake System
Inspect
Every 3 months
Joints should be sealed
Ignition System
Inspect
Annually
Clean off dust and dirt
Flue Vent Terminal
Clean Inlet Screen
As Required
Soft Brush
Flue Terminal –
Free of Shrubs
Monthly
Remove object
Horizontal or Vertical
& Debris
that caused restriction
Combustion System
Inspect
Monthly
Confirm S-OP
Condensate Waste Pipe
Inspect
Monthly
Remove restriction
CORREX POWERED ANODES
As Correx Powered Anodes are fitted as standard to this appliance, no maintenance is necessary.
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