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When replacing any part on this appliance, use only spare parts that you can be assured conform to the safety and performance specification that we require. Do not use reconditioned or copy parts that have not been clearly authorised by Ideal Boilers. May 2005...
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• Page 43, Frame 66 - Heat Exchanger Replacement Item 25 - ensuring positive flue seal to the boiler. • Page 49 - Short List of Parts G.C. Part No’s added. Caradon Ideal Limited reserve the right to vary specification without notice mexico HE - Installation & Servicing...
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GENERAL Table 1 - General Data Boiler Size HE15 HE18 HE24 HE30 HE36 Gas Supply Connection in. BSP Flow and Return Connections 22mm copper 22mm copper 22mm copper 22mm copper 22mm copper MAXIMUM Static Water Head m (ft.) 30.5 (100) 30.5 (100)
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: Artificially softened water must NOT be used. HE15 8.8 kW (30,000 Btu/h) to 14.6 kW (50,000 Btu/h). A pre-piping frame is provided to allow system and gas HE18 8.8 kW (30,000 Btu/h) to 18.2 kW (62,300 Btu/h).
SAFE HANDLING OF SUBSTANCES ! Vertical Outlet Flue Kit with Elbow (60/100) HE15, 18 & 24 - to a maximum length of 6m Care should be taken when handling the boiler insulation HE30, & 36 - to a maximum length of 3m panels, which can cause irritation to the skin.
GENERAL IMPORTANT. LOCATION OF BOILER Installation pipes MUST be fitted in accordance with BS. 6891. The boiler must be installed on a flat and level floor, capable of In IE refer to I.S.813:2002. Pipework from the meter to the boiler adequately supporting the weight of the boiler and any ancillary MUST be of an adequate size, i.e.
'unsafe' until corrective action can be taken. BOILER CONTROL INTERLOCKS TERMINAL Caradon Ideal Limited recommend that heating systems The terminal assembly can be adapted to accommodate utilising full thermostatic radiator valve control of temperature in various wall thicknesses. Refer to Frame 19.
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70 - 80 = 28 mm the cistern above the minimum requirement specified by Caradon Ideal Limited. The isolation valves should be fitted as close to the pump as possible. SCHEMATIC PIPEWORK AND SYSTEM BALANCING...
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GENERAL LOW HEAD AND LARGE SYSTEMS WITH EXTENSIVE PIPE RUNS - OPEN VENT This arrangement is useful for large systems where radiators at the extremities are difficult to vent. This can lead to pumping over with conventional feed and cla7649 vent arrangements.
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GENERAL SEALED SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS - continued 4. Expansion Vessel A diaphragm type expansion vessel must be pressure. The cold feed pipe from the cistern should connected to a point close to the inlet side of the include a non-return valve and a stop valve with an pump, the connecting pipe being not less than 15 mm automatic air vent connected between them, the stop "...
The mexico HE boiler range have an ALUMINIUM alloy heat exchanger IMPORTANT. The application of any other treatment to this product may render the guarantee of Caradon Ideal Limited invalid. Caradon Ideal Limited recommend water treatment in accordance with the Benchmark Guidance Notes on Water Treatment in Central Heating systems.
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INSTALLATION 11 UNPACKING The boiler is supplied fully assembled in one Pack A, together with a standard flue assembly for lengths up to 650mm, rear or side flue outlet, in Pack B. Unpack and check the contents. Pack A Contents A The boiler B These Installation &...
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INSTALLATION 13 FITTING AND CONNECTING THE PRE-PIPING FRAME/CONDENSATE PIPE SUPPORT BRACKET 20mm Clamp 1. Determine the position required for the boiler and tape template into place. Note. The template gives positions for both wall or flush with 600mm deep kitchen units and the positional options of the condensate pipe bracket dependant Condensate upon boiler size.
INSTALLATION 15 CONDENSATE DRAIN Refer also to the British Gas document: 'Guidance Notes The drainage pipework must be arranged so that for the Installation of Domestic Gas Condensing Boilers' obstruction (e.g. through freezing) of external drainage pipe (1989). does not give rise to spillage within the dwelling. Refer to Frame 21 for boiler condensate connection All pipework and fittings in the condensate drain system detail.
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INSTALLATION 18 CONDENSATE PIPE TERMINATION CONFIGURATIONS Note. ALL EXTERNAL PIPE RUNS MUST BE INSULATED A condensate drain pump kit is available as an optional extra if required. (The kit includes instructions for system connection). 1. TERMINATION TO DRAIN / GULLY External wall Open end of pipe...
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Up to 6000 mm Up to 6000 mm Pack D - 6 off Note. MAXIMUM FLUE LENGTHS: HE15, 18 AND 24 - 6M (HORIZONTAL FLUE) Note. The flue duct MUST be inclined at 1.5 HE30 AND 36 - 3M (HORIZONTAL FLUE)
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Refer to Frame 18. d. Make up the inlet plastic pipe connection to the following drawing and fit to the ‘S’ trap flexible hose connection. 60mm (HE15, HE18, HE24) 190mm (HE30, HE36) Flexible hose from 'S' trap...
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Clamp screws - 2 off Support fixing screws - 2 off 25 FLUE EXTENSION DUCTS - continued Use a maximum of 6m extended flue ONLY (HE15, HE18, HE24) Use a maximum of 3m extended flue ONLY (HE30, HE36) General arrangement maximum 1.
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INSTALLATION 26 FITTING THE KIT 1. Fit the inner flue extension duct onto the inner flue duct. 2. Fit the outer flue extension duct onto the outer air duct. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 if a second flue extension is required. 4.
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INSTALLATION 28 CONNECTING THE FLUE TO THE BOILER 1. Measure 68mm from the cut end of the flue assembly and mark a line on the flue. 2. Fit the flue connector over the end of the flue and align the end of the connector with the marked line.
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INSTALLATION 29 FITTING THE OPTIONAL ROOF FLUE KIT (Flat or Pitched) Note. A flat or pitched roof flashing plate (not supplied) is required before proceeding with the installation of this kit. This kit is suitable for both flat and pitched roof terminations, using a concentric flue to run vertically from the top of the boiler and terminating above roof level.
Below eaves or balcony 500 mm 32 FLUE ARRANGEMENT Part No. Description 60/100 Quantity HE15 HE18 HE24 HE30 HE36 Maximum Flue Length (m) 201 180 Flue ext. 60/100 201 189 Terminal Vertical Roof 60/100 158 431 Weather Collar Pitched Roof...
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A, then ensure they are cut equally leaving the inner flue tube longer than the outer air tube as supplied. (Refer to No. 5 below) MAX LENGTH: HE15 - 8m Ensure the cut pipe ends are free from any burrs. HE18 - 8m HE 24 - 8m 1.
INSTALLATION 34 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING. Wiring should be 3 core PVC insulated cable NOT LESS than This appliance MUST be earthed. 0.75 mm (24 x 0.2mm) and to BS. 6500, Table 16. A mains supply of 230 V ~ 50 Hz is required. For IE reference should be made to the current ETCI rules for electrical installations.
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INSTALLATION 36 PICTORIAL WIRING DIAGRAM LEGEND b - blue bk - black Dry fire br - brown thermistor gy - grey or - orange Overheat pk - pink thermostat - red Flow Gas valve v - violet control thermistor w - white Chassis y - yellow earth...
INSTALLATION 38 EXTERNAL ELECTRICAL CONTROLS Wiring external to the boiler MUST be in accordance with the current I.E.E. (BS.7671) Wiring Regulations and any local regulations. For IE reference should be made to the current ETCI rules for electrical installations. The fuse should be 3A. Room Thermostat If the thermostat has a neutral connection use it.
H Gas service cock Flue Flue sampling sampling point point Spark generator Auto Air vent Flow thermistor OH thermostat Dry fire thermistor GAS VALVE thermostat Flow thermistor mxhe7619 mexico HE15, HE18 & HE24 mexico HE30 & HE36 mexico HE - Installation & Servicing...
CORGI registered installer consulted. In contract yourself or alternatively offer to the customer the benefits of the Ideal Care Scheme, details of which are IE contact a competent person. outlined in the household pack supplied with this boiler.
6. Check the condition of the combustion chamber insulation. Any cracked or damaged pieces should be DO NOT OPERATE THE BOILER IF THE SEALING replaced (HE15, HE18 and HE24 only). PANEL IS NOT FITTED. 7. Check the main injector for blockage or damage.
SERVICING FAN AND VENTURI ASSEMBLY 45 BOILER SEALING PANEL REMOVAL AND CLEANING REMOVAL 1. To remove the sealing panel remove the 4 screws. 1. Undo the gas pipe union connection to the injector 2. Remove the panel. housing. 2. Undo the screw on the fan mounting bracket. 3.
- replace if necessary. Sump cover 6. Check the condition of the combustion chamber insulation (HE15, 18 and 24 only). Any cracked or damaged pieces must be replaced. Note. Take care not to disturb the ionisation probes at the front and rear of the combustion chamber.
2. Remove the boiler front panels and inner sealing panel. Refer to Frames 44 and 45. Note. Only the boiler front panels need removing on the HE15, 18 and 24 models) 3. Pull the electrical leads off the flow thermistor and remove earth connection.
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SERVICING 53 FAN REPLACEMENT 1. Refer to Frame 51. 2. Remove the boiler front panels and inner sealing panel. Refer to Frames 44 and 3. Unscrew the gas pipe union connection Orifice plate to the injector housing. Gasket 4. Unscrew and remove the screw retaining the fan mounting bracket.
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9. Reassemble in reverse order and check that no damage to the combustion chamber insulation has mxhe7693 occurred during the electrode replacement. (HE15, HE18 and HE24 only) 10. Check operation of the boiler. Refer to Frame 51. mexico HE24 shown...
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6. Check operation of the boiler. mexico HE30 and HE36 Refer to Frame 51. mexico HE15, HE18 and HE24 58 BURNER INJECTOR REPLACEMENT 1. Refer to Frame 51. 2. Remove the boiler front panels and inner sealing Copper washer panel.
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SERVICING 60 CONTROL BOX REPLACEMENT 1. Refer to Frame 51. 2. Remove the boiler upper front panel. Refer to Frame 44. 3. Remove the 2 control box mounting bracket screws. 4. Pull the control box forward. Carefully unplug all the electrical wiring from the control box. 5.
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SERVICING 62 OVERHEAT THERMOSTAT REPLACEMENT mexico HE15, HE18 & HE24 1. Refer to Frame 51. 2. Remove the boiler front panels and inner sealing panel (HE30 and HE36 only). Refer to Frames 44 and 45. 3. Pull off the 2 electrical leads from the thermostat body.
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11. Sweep any dampened particles and place in the plastic Caradon Ideal Limited recommend that, for your own comfort bag. and safety and to comply with good working practice, the procedure described below is followed: 12.
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(frame 62) 12. Remove the dry fire thermostat (frame 63) 13. HE15, 18 & 24 only – Remove the rubber plug to gain screwdriver access to the fixing screw retaining the heat exchanger bottom right copper pipe bracket and remove the screw.
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SERVICING 66 HEAT EXCHANGER REPLACEMENT . . .continued 20. HE15, 18 & 24 only- Unscrew the 5mm hex. Hd. Screw retaining the copper pipe retention plate and remove plate. 21. HE30 & 36 only - Unscrew the return connection union.
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SERVICING 68 CONDENSATE 'S' TRAP REPLACEMENT & CONDENSATE PUMP (IF FITTED) 1. Refer to Frame 51. 2. Remove the boiler front panels. Refer to Frame 44. 3. Condense pump removal (if fitted): Outlet pipe Disconnect the outlet pipe rubber connecting joint Inlet pipe taking care to capture any liquid held in the pipe.
FAULT FINDING 69 FAULT FINDING CHART MAIN MENU In order to assist fault finding the boiler has an LED diagnostic display. The key to the display codes is as follows: IF BOILER FAILS TO RUN WHEN GO TO FRAME 70 DEMAND IS PRESENT GO TO FRAME 71 ALTERNATING 'L' 'F'...
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FAULT FINDING 71 L..F..(FLAME ERROR) If the boiler reset button is Is gas pressure available at Check gas supply pressed does the boiler ignite for the boiler inlet ? and rectify fault a short time then extinguish? Check gas valve Is 200V DC supply available Check the detection electrode and wiring for...
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FAULT FINDING 73 L..A..(OVERHEAT ERROR) Can the overheat condition be reset by pressing Replace overheat thermostat the boiler reset button when the system is cold ? Is the boiler and CH system filled with Fill and vent the system and open all water and all isolation valves open ? isolation valves Does the pump setting give a differential...
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FAULT FINDING 76 H..F..(FLAME DETECTION - SHORT CIRCUIT ERROR) Remove flame detection electrode terminal from PCB. Replace PCB. Is there continuity between the 2 terminal pins ? Replace flame detection electrode H9/L9 (FLUE GAS OVERHEAT) 77 H..4..(FLUE THERMISTOR ERROR) Is the system filled and vented and all Can the fault condition be reset by switching isolation valves open ?
When replacing any part on this appliance use only spare parts that you can be assured conform to the safety and performance specification that we require. Do not use reconditioned or copy parts that have not been clearly authorised by Ideal Boilers Limited.
INSTALLER NOTIFICATION GUIDELINES IT IS A REQUIREMENT OF CORGI MEMBERSHIP TO REGISTER EVERY GAS APPLIANCE In addition a change to Building Regulations (England and Wales) requires the installer to notify when installing a heating appliance, as from 1st April 2005. Install and commission this appliance to manufacturers' instructions...
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BENCHMARK LOG BENCHMARK No. GAS BOILER COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST C O L L E C T I V E M A R K BOILER SERIAL No. NOTIFICATION No. CONTROLS To comply with the Building Regulations, each section must have a tick in one or other of the boxes TIME &...
BENCHMARK LOG SERVICE INTERVAL RECORD It is recommended that your heating system is serviced regularly and that you complete the appropriate Service Interval Record Below. Service Provider. Before completing the appropriate Service Interval Record below, please ensure you have carried out the service as described in the boiler manufacturer's instructions.
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& servicing of central heating systems Manufactured under a BS EN ISO 9001: 2000 Quality System accepted by BSI Ideal Boilers, P.O. Box 103, National Ave, Kingston upon Hull, HU5 4JN. Telephone: 01482 492 251 Fax: 01482 448 858. Registration No. London 322 137.