Safety Instructions; General Information - Viessmann Vitomax HW Series Operating And Service Instructions

Safety instructions

Auxiliary components, spare and wearing parts
!
Please note
Spare and wearing parts that have not been tes-
ted together with the system can compromise its
function. Installing non-authorised components
and making non-approved modifications or con-
versions can compromise safety and may inva-
lidate our warranty.
For replacements, use only original spare parts
supplied or approved by Viessmann.
Safety instructions for operating the system
General
The materials included in the product pose no threat to
health during operation.
If you notice oil leaks or the smell of gas
Danger
Escaping fuel can lead to explosions which may
result in very serious injuries.
Do not smoke. Prevent naked flames and
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sparks. Never switch lights or electrical appli-
ances on or off.
■ Close the quick-acting fuel valve and shut-off
valve.
Ventilate the boiler house.
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Evacuate any people from the danger zone.
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■ Notify your gas or electricity supply utility from
outside the building.
■ Have the power supply to the building shut off
from a safe place (outside the building).
If you smell flue gas
Danger
Flue gas can lead to life threatening poisoning.
Shut down the system.
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Ventilate the installation site.
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General information

Shut down the boiler immediately if there is any
safety-related damage.
Observe safety-related instructions.
After an accident, the condition of the system must not
be changed before the investigation takes place,
unless necessary in order to rescue people or prevent
further damage.
Only authorised personnel are permitted to enter the
boiler house.
Keep the boiler house clean at all times.
Do not store anything in the boiler house.
Keep exits clear.
Never use the boiler house or system components as
a drying area.
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Dismantling and disposal
When dismantling and disposing of thermal insulation
materials and gaskets on the gas side, observe the
applicable safety regulations.
The product and its components must be disposed of
according to local environmental regulations.
This applies in particular to the disposal of thermal
insulation materials and gaskets/seals on the gas side.
Draining hot water
!
Please note
The blow-down and TDS water from boiler sys-
tems can reach temperatures of over 100 °C.
Before draining water into the sewage system,
allow it to cool to a temperature of < 35 °C. If
necessary, consult the local water board.
Draining condensate from the flue gas side
!
Please note
When starting up the boiler system, or under
certain operating conditions, condensate may
build up in the flue passes, the flue gas collector
and the downstream flues, including the chim-
ney.
The condensate must be drained away safely by
means of suitable installation measures put in
place by the system installer.
Subject to the regulations in the country concerned,
this condensate may need to be neutralised. In such
cases, consult the local water board or the body
responsible for issuing permits.
The operating personnel must log the following:
■ Settings
■ Readings
■ Faults
Replacement of spare parts
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Repairs
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Any defects must be dealt with immediately by trained
personnel, e.g.:
■ Abnormalities on weld seams
Leaks
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Heavy corrosion
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■ Faulty instrument displays
■ Noise in the boiler
Safety instructions
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