Zip Hydroboil - Installation & Operating Instructions - 81419 - January 2004
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Read These Warnings First
Please read all installation requirements, installation procedures and precautions
before installing any Hydroboil instant boiling water heater.
Never attempt to install any Hydroboil instant boiling water heater without reading
all of the applicable instructions.
In some hard water areas where mineral scale accumulation in the boiling
chamber of the Hydroboil may become a problem, consideration should be given
to the maintenance required. A suitable form of water treatment may be
necessary.
The cold water supply to this appliance must be portable and fall within your local
water authority guidelines.
All plumbing connections must be made in accordance with local authority
requirements.
The Hydroboil instant boiling water heater is not intended for use by young
children or infirm people without supervision.
Young children should be prevented from having access to ensure that they are
not able to use or play with the heater.
If the installation site is located more than 1000 metres above sea level, the
installer should contact a authorized agent to obtain alternate PCB settings.
If the power supply cable is damaged it must be replaced by a Authorized Service
Provider or a qualified electrician.
Do not remove the cover of the heater under any circumstances without first
isolating the heater from the power supply.
Do not use strong, corrosive or abrasive cleaners to clean the case of the heater.
Frost protection: If this heater is located where ambient air temperature could fall
below 5ºC when the heater is not in use, do not turn off the appliance electrically.
This safeguard does not offer the same protection to the connecting pipework and
fittings.
The ambient temperatures this unit should operate with is 5 ºC - 50ºC
This heater is intended only for indoor use and should never be installed outdoors
or be exposed to the elements of nature.
This unit must not be positioned in an area that may be cleaned by a water jet.
This unit must not be cleaned by a water jet.
Before installing, ensure that the following are available:
a) Sufficient space to position the heater so there is at least 150 mm
clearance above the heater for service access, 65 mm to its left and
20 mm to its right – the tap outlet usually should be positioned at least
200 mm above a draining board or drip tray.
b) For units with 2.4 Kw element (15 ltr) standard 10 amp 220-240 volt power
cable positioned as shown on the paper mounting template for connection
from the rear of the heater to the terminal block within the heater, OR a
standard 10 amp 220-240 volt power outlet on the wall within 1500 mm of
the heater. For units with 3.6 Kw element (25 ltr) or multi element units (40 L)
an isolating switch in the fixed wiring and attached to a secure surface is
required.
Installation Requirements
