Safety 1
0020193967_00 ecoTEC exclusive Operating instructions
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Safety
1.1
Action-related warnings
Classification of action-related warnings
The action-related warnings are classified in
accordance with the severity of the possible
danger using the following warning signs and
signal words:
Warning symbols and signal words
Danger!
Imminent danger to life or risk of
severe personal injury
Danger!
Risk of death from electric shock
Warning.
Risk of minor personal injury
Caution.
Risk of material or environmental
damage
1.2
Intended use
There is a risk of injury or death to the user or
others, or of damage to the product and other
property in the event of improper use or use
for which it is not intended.
The product is intended as a heat generator
for closed heating installations and for hot
water generation.
Intended use includes the following:
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observance of the operating instructions
included for the product and any other
system components
–
compliance with all inspection and main-
tenance conditions listed in the instruc-
tions.
This product can be used by children aged
from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabil-
ities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruc-
tion concerning use of the product in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
Children must not play with the product.
Cleaning and user maintenance work must
not be carried out by children unless they are
supervised.
Any other use that is not specified in these
instructions, or use beyond that specified in
this document shall be considered improper
use. Any direct commercial or industrial use
is also deemed to be improper.
Caution.
Improper use of any kind is prohibited.
1.3
General safety information
1.3.1 Installation by competent persons
only
The installation, inspection, maintenance
and repair of the product, as well as the gas
ratio settings, must only be carried out by a
competent person.
1.3.2 Danger caused by improper
operation
Improper operation may present a danger to
you and others, and cause material damage.
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Carefully read the enclosed instructions
and all other applicable documents, par-
ticularly the "Safety" section and the warn-
ings.
1.3.3 Risk of death from escaping gas
What to do if you smell gas in the building:
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Avoid rooms that smell of gas.
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If possible, open doors and windows fully
and ensure adequate ventilation.
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Do not use naked flames (e.g. lighters,
matches).
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Do not smoke.
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Do not use any electrical switches, mains
plugs, doorbells, telephones or other com-
munication systems in the building.
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If it is safe to do so, close the emergency
control valve or the main isolator.
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If possible, close the gas isolator cock on
the product.
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Warn other occupants in the building by
yelling or banging on doors or walls.
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Leave the building immediately and ensure
that others do not enter the building.
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Notify the gas supply company or National
Grid T44 (0) 800 111999 by tele-
phone from outside of the building.
