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2.1
Safety and warning information
> When installing the ecoTEC plus, you must observe the
basic safety instructions and the warning notes that
appear before all of the actions.
2.1.1
Classification of warnings
The warnings are classified in accordance with the severity
of the possible danger using the following warning signs
and signal words:
Warning
Signal
symbol
word
a
Danger!
e
Danger!
a
Warning.
b
Caution.
2.1 Classification of warnings
2.1.2
Structure of warnings
Warning signs are identified by an upper and lower separat-
ing line and are laid out according to the following basic
principle:
Signal word!
a
Type and source of danger!
Explanation of the type and source of danger
> Measures for averting the danger
Installation and maintenance instructions ecoTEC plus 0020134833_01
Explanation
Imminent danger to life or
risk of severe personal
injury
Risk of death from electric
shock
Risk of minor personal injury
Risk of material or environ-
mental damage
2.2
Intended use
The Vaillant ecoTEC plus boilers are constructed using
state-of-the-art technology in accordance with the recog-
nised safety rules and regulations. Nevertheless, there is
still a risk of injury or death to the operator or others or of
damage to the boiler and other property in the event of
improper use or use for which it is not intended.
This boiler is not intended for use by persons (including
children) having limited physical, sensory or mental capaci-
ties or who have inadequate experience and/or knowledge,
unless supervised by a person responsible for their safety
or they have been instructed by him/her about how to use
the boiler.
Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the boiler.
The boiler is intended as a heater for closed central heating
installations and for hot water generation.
The use of the ecoTEC plus in vehicles, such as mobile
homes and caravans, is not classed as intended use. Units
that are not classed as vehicles are those that are installed
in a fixed and permanent location and that do not have any
wheels (fixed installation).
Any other use, or use beyond that specified, shall be con-
sidered improper use. Any direct commercial or industrial
use is also deemed to be improper.
The manufacturer or supplier is not liable for any damage
resulting from such use. The user alone bears the risk.
Intended use includes the following:
– observing the accompanying operating, installation and
maintenance instructions for the Vaillant product and
any other parts and components of the system
– installing and fitting the boiler in accordance with the
boiler and system approval
– compliance with all inspection and maintenance condi-
tions listed in the instructions.
Caution.
Any improper use is prohibited.
2.3
Basic safety instructions
> The following safety information must be observed at all
times.
European installation directive
Installation and maintenance of the appliance should only
be undertaken by a competent person (referred to in these
instructions as "competent person" or "heating specialist
company", thus making these terms gender-neutral)
approved at the time by the Health and Safety executive
and in accordance with the gas safety (installation and use)
regulations 1998. The existing regulations, rules and guide-
lines must be observed when doing so. The competent per-
son is also responsible for inspection, maintenance and
repairs to the unit, as well as alterations to the gas volume
setting.
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