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CONDENSING GAS WATER HEATER
Owner's Guide
WARNING
- Do not store or use petrol or other flammable vapours and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier.
- To be installed and serviced only by an authorised person
- This appliance is not suitable for use as a pool heater
Thank you for purchasing this Bosch Condensing Gas Water Heater.
Before using, please:
Read this manual completely for operation instructions.
Confirm warranty and proof of purchase.
Keep this manual where it can be found whenever necessary.
This appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions, AS
5601, NZ 5261, AS3500.4.2 and all Local Water, Building and Gas fitting regulations.
Bosch reserves the right to discontinue, or change at any time, the designs and/or specifications of
its products without notice.
* Note : This appliance requires a minimum flow rate to operate of 2.5 litres/min., water fixtures with a
flow rate of 7.5 litres/min. or higher are recommended.
For optimum performance we reommend installation of Bosch optional temperature controllers.
[Check Water Supply Quality]
If the water supply is hard, acidic or otherwise impure, treat the water with approved
methods in order to ensure full warranty coverage.
SBA8230-1
Rev. 10/11
Operating Instructions
Model BC3200RA
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death.
Robert Bosch (Australia) Pty. Ltd.
BC3200RA5
*SBA8230 T*
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- Page 1 This appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions, AS 5601, NZ 5261, AS3500.4.2 and all Local Water, Building and Gas fitting regulations. Bosch reserves the right to discontinue, or change at any time, the designs and/or specifications of its products without notice.
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Page 2: Important Safety Information
Operating Instructions Important Safety Information To prevent damage to property and injury to the user, the icons shown below will be used to warn of varying levels of danger. Every indication is critical to the safe operation of the water heater and must be understood and observed. Potential dangers from accidents during installation and use are divided into the following four categories. - Page 3 2. Turn off the power to the water heater • Do not touch any electrical 3. Turn off gas and water supply valve. switch; do not use any phone 4. Call the nearest Bosch agent in your building. • Immediately call your gas Explosion Hazard ;...
- Page 4 Operating Instructions Important Safety Information (Continued) Do not place the exhaust vent terminal Leave the proper clearance between the in an indoor environment by means of water heater and nearby objects (trees, adding walls and ceiling (Do not en- timber, boxes with flammable materials etc.). Be sure Prohibited close using corrugated sheets, etc.)
- Page 5 Shock. supplied with fresh air from outdoors. Consult the nearest Bosch agent if the water heater location needs to Do not use hair spray or spray be changed. detergent in the vicinity of the Be sure to do.
- Page 6 Operating Instructions Important Safety Information CAUTION Do not drink water that has been inside the Do not disassemble the remote controller. unit for an extended period of time. Do not Do not use petrol, oil or fat detergents to drink the first use of hot water from the clean the remote controller.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Operating Instructions Contents Important Safety Information ............... 2 Contents ......................7 Overview of Condensing Continuous Flow Gas Water Heater ....8 General Parts Main Unit ....................9 Names and Functions of Controllers Main Remote Controller (RCM3211) ............10 Waterproof Sub Remote Controller (RCS3211) ........11 Initial Operation ................... -
Page 8: Overview Of Condensing Continuous Flow Gas Water Heater
Operating Instructions Overview of Condensing Continuous Flow Gas Water Heater This water heater is a high efficiency, fully condensing appliance. Unlike a traditional continuous flow water heater, a condensing type captures heat from the exhaust gas and uses it to preheat the incoming cold water as it passes through the secondary heat exchanger as illustrated below. -
Page 9: General Parts
Operating Instructions General Parts Main Unit Exhaust vent pipe Front Cover Burner On Indicator Lit during combustion. Blinks to indicate a problem. P35) Air inlet Water Drain Valve (with Water Filter) (Inside Water Inlet) P31) Water Supply Valve Gas Supply Valve Drain Pipe Discharges the condensate. -
Page 10: Names And Functions Of Controllers
Operating Instructions Names and Functions of Controllers Main Remote Controller (RCM3211) <Optional> Power On/Off Button For turning the heater on and off. Display Selection This page) Button • Used to adjust the Set Button temperature. ( P14) For other settings. •... -
Page 11: Waterproof Sub Remote Controller (Rcs3211)
Note: Avoid frequent interruptions to the power supply. The operation of the BC3200RA power supply is recorded in 10 hour increments, during this time the combustion is also recorded. If the power supply is interrupted near the end of a 10 hour... -
Page 12: Initial Operation
Operating Instructions Initial Operation Before the first use of your water heater, make the following preparations. 1 through 4 Follow steps Open the water supply valve. OPEN CLOSED On this Display Operation Description Open a hot water fixture to confirm that water is available, and then close the fixture again. -
Page 13: When Using Rcm3211
Operating Instructions When using RCM3211 Running Hot Water On this Display Operation Description * The is lit. ON/OFF Press the ON/OFF button to turn it “On”. * This is lit during combustion. Check Turn on hot water. Here Previous set temperature (Display example) (Eg.: 40°C) Whenever using the hot water, such as when using the shower,... -
Page 14: Setting Hot Water Temperature
Operating Instructions When using RCM3211 Setting Hot Water Temperature On this Display Operation Description Press the * The is lit. ON/OFF ON/OFF button to turn it “On”. Use the Here buttons to adjust (Eg.: 40°C) the temperature. When the user is taking the shower, it will be dangerous if some- WARNING one else presses the sub remote controller to change the tem- perature or to turn off the power switch. - Page 15 Operating Instructions Approximate hot water conditions On this Display Operation Description 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 Set the maximum temperature to suit your own preference. ( P18 and 19) Washing Shower, hot water supply, etc.
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Page 16: Filling Up The Bath
Operating Instructions When using RCM3211 Filling Up the Bath On this Display Operation Description Preparation Insert the bathplug into the plughole. Press the * The is lit. ON/OFF button ON/OFF to turn it “On”. Check * Please set to the the highest Turn on hot water. -
Page 17: Clock Adjustment
Operating Instructions When using RCM3211 Clock Adjustment On this Display Operation Description Press the * The is lit. ON/OFF ON/OFF button to turn it “On”. Press the button to change the display until “time (Eg.: 40°C) set” is shown. * The time changes in 1-minute increments with each press on the Use the buttons... -
Page 18: Other Setting Options
Operating Instructions When using RCM3211 Other Setting Options Switching Scroll display ( P10) can be scroll display switched “yes” or “no”. Draining the unit This is set to drain the unit. ( P27) On this Display On this Display Operation Description [Maximum tempera- [Draining the unit]... - Page 19 Operating Instructions Modification of the The maximum temperature setting can be maximum temperature modified. setting Operation On this Display On this Display Operation Description q Press the ON/OFF button to “OFF”. w Press the button to show the settings screen. Press the button * This may not be displayed...
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Page 20: Confirmation Beeper On/Off
Operating Instructions When using RCM3211 Confirmation Beeper On/Off The remote controller will emit a sound when any button is pushed. This sound can be muted if it is desired. * Initial factory setting is with sound. Operation Description Press the button for about five * Setting is possible regardless ON/OFF... -
Page 21: When Using Rcs3211
Operating Instructions When using RCS3211 Running Hot Water Priority Burner on On this Display Operation Description * Hot water supply temperature is displayed. Priority Press the Burner on button to turn it “On”. * This is lit during combustion. Check Turn on hot water. -
Page 22: Setting Hot Water Temperature
Operating Instructions When using RCS3211 Setting Hot Water Temperature Priority Burner on On this Display Operation Description * Hot water supply temperature is displayed. Press the Priority Burner on button to turn it “On”. Priority Use the Burner on buttons to adjust the (Eg.: 40°C) temperature. - Page 23 Operating Instructions Approximate hot water conditions 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 Upper limit (maximum temperature) for temperature adjustment can be set using the remote controller RCM3211. P18 and 19 Washing Shower, hot water supply, etc.
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Page 24: Confirmation Beeper On/Off
Operating Instructions When using RCS3211 Confirmation Beeper On/Off The remote controller will emit a sound when any button is pushed. This sound can be muted if it is desired. * Initial factory setting is with sound. Priority Burner on Operation Description * Setting is possible regardless of whether the power switch is... -
Page 25: Running Hot Water
Operating Instructions No remote controller Running Hot Water The water temperature will be set at 55°C (BC3200RA5 will be set at 50°C). Whenever using hot water, such as when using the WARNING shower, first test the hot water temperature by hand. To prevent scalding. -
Page 26: Preventing Damage From Freezing
Bosch Service Dealer. If water will not flow because it is frozen 1. Close the gas and water valves. -
Page 27: When Unused For An Extended Period
Operating Instructions When Unused for an Extended Period If the water heater will not be used for a long period of time, drain the water. Whenever the unit is checked, maintained, or drained, the power CAUTION switch must be turned “Off”, and it must be allowed to cool down first. To prevent scalding. -
Page 28: Turning The Unit Back On
Operating Instructions When Unused for an Extended Period If the water heater will not be used for a long period of time, Drain the water-2. Position of the drain plugs 5 positions * The shapes of the drain plugs are as on the right. * The drain plugs may not be clearly visible as they are partially hidden behind the pipe insulation. -
Page 29: Regular Maintenance
If so, please clean it. tion? * Is there any water leak from the appli- ance and pipes? If any of the above is found, please contact Bosch agent. For blockage at the CHECK drain pipe discharge. -
Page 30: Remote Controller
Operating Instructions Regular Maintenance Cleaning (to be performed periodically) Main Unit • For soiling on the unit exterior, wipe with a wet cloth and dry thoroughly. For stubborn dirt, use neutral detergent. • If the unit is installed in a seaside area and is subject to sea breezes, the main unit and connecting pipes may rust. - Page 31 Regular check-ups are recommended. Even if there is no apparent problem with usage, a regular check-up is recommended about once a year to ensure safe long-term use. Please contact Bosch agent for details.
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Page 32: Troubleshooting
Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Problems concerning temperature No hot water is supplied • Are the gas valve and water supply tap fully open? even though the hot • Has the water supply been shut down? water tap is turned on • Is the hot water supply tap fully opened? (open). - Page 33 Operating Instructions Problems concerning volume of hot water The volume of hot water • When using hot water, the volume discharged may decrease when hot discharged from the hot water is used somewhere else. Also depending on the pressure of the water tap varies water line and the piping conditions, the volume of hot water discharged may drastically decrease or even stop.
- Page 34 Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Problems concerning sound Even after use has finished, • The sound is from the unit operating for fast ignition and quicker the whirring of a fan can be stabilization of water temperature during reuse. heard for a while. Whenever the power switch is turned “On”...
- Page 35 Operating Instructions Please check the failure display on the remote controller or the combustion lamp on the main body. [Remote controller] Failure display blinks In the event of a failure, the cause is notified by a blinking failure display. (This display is an example.) Please resolve the problem in (if using RCM3211) (if using RCS3211)
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Page 36: Follow-Up Service
See warranty Document on page 40. Period of Time for Stocking Repair Parts Bosch will stock repair and maintenance parts for this unit as required for a reasonable time the date of original manufacture. Reinstallation If you want to reinstall the appliance at a different location, confirm that the gas and power supply indicated on the data plate are available at the new location. -
Page 37: Specifications
• The capacity may differ slightly, depending on the water pressure, water supply, piping conditions, and water temperature. Specifications Item Specification Model Name BC3200RA / BC3200RA5 Approval certification number AGA 6743 G Type Installation Indoor / Outdoor, Wall Mounted Air Supply/Exhaust... -
Page 38: Water Quality
Operating Instructions WATER QUALITY All Bosch water heating appliances are constructed from high quality materials and components and all are certified for compliance with relevant parts of Australian and New Zealand gas, electrical and water standards. Whilst Bosch water heaters are warranted against defects, the warranty is conditional upon correct installation and use, in accordance with detailed instructions provided with the heater.