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IDEAL Esprit eco 24 Installation And Servicing Manual

Wall mounted, full sequence, automatic spark ignition, low water content, fanned flue, high efficiency, condensing, combination gas boilers
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INSTALLATION
AND SERVICING
Esprit eco
24, 30
For users guide see reverse of book
For details of document amendments, refer to page 3
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.
For the very latest copy of literature for specification and maintenance practices visit our
website www.idealboilers.com where you can download the relevant information in PDF format.
UIN 207493 A04
January 2014
Packaged boiler contents have been
checked by operator number...........

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  • Page 1 Do not use reconditioned or copy parts that have not been clearly authorised by Ideal. For the very latest copy of literature for specification and maintenance practices visit our website www.idealboilers.com where you can download the relevant information in PDF format.
  • Page 2 Esprit eco - Installation and Servicing...
  • Page 3 New pages added, Flowchart for CO Level and Combustion Ratio Check on Commissioning a Condensing Boiler UsER gUIDE page 3 Addition of Weather Compensation paragraph Ideal Boilers reserve the right to vary specification without notice Esprit eco - Installation and Servicing...
  • Page 4 general Table 1 - general Data Esprit eco Gas supply 2H - G20 - 20mbar Gas Supply Connection 15mm copper compression Injector Size (mm) 4.15 4.65 Inlet Connection Domestic Hot Water 15mm copper tail Outlet Connection Domestic Hot Water 15mm copper compression Flow Connection Central Heating 22mm copper compression...
  • Page 5 general CONTENTs Esprit eco air supply ..............9 Natural gas only Benchmark Commissioning Checklist ..... 60 Boiler size g.C. appliance No. pI No. Boiler Clearances ............10 (Benchmark No.) Boiler Exploded Diagram ........... 13 47-348-91 86CM68 Condensate Drain .......... 9,24,25,41 47-348-92 86CM68 Electrical Connections ..........

  • Page 6: Safe Handling

    general saFE haNDLINg INTRODUCTION This boiler may require 2 or more operatives to move it to its The Esprit eco range of boilers are wall mounted, full sequence, installation site, remove it from its packaging base and during automatic spark ignition, low water content, fanned flue, high movement into its installation location.

  • Page 7: Location Of Boiler

    In both cases, details of essential features of cupboard / Any direct connection of a control device not approved by Ideal compartment design, including airing cupboard installation, are to Boilers could invalidate the certification and the normal appliance conform to the following: warranty.

  • Page 8: Gas Supply

    general gas sUppLy 3. Minimum acceptable spacing from the terminal to obstructions and ventilation openings are specified in The local gas supplier should be consulted, at the installation Table 4. planning stage, in order to establish the availability of an adequate 4.

  • Page 9: Air Supply

    general aIR sUppLy It is NOT necessary to have a purpose-provided air vent in the room or internal space in which the boiler is installed. Neither is it necessary to ventilate a cupboard or compartment in which the boiler is installed, due to the low surface temperatures of the boiler casing during operation;...
  • Page 10 general BOILER DIMENsIONs, sERVICEs & CLEaRaNCEs all dimensions in mm The boiler connections are made on the boiler bulkhead fittings. Refer to Frame 23. wall thicknesses do not exceed 600mm (24”). Where the The following minimum clearances must be maintained for space into which the boiler is going to be installed is less operation and servicing.
  • Page 11 general sysTEM REqUIREMENTs - Central heating Notes a. The method of filling, refilling, topping up or flushing sealed primary hot water circuits from the mains via a temporary hose connection is only allowed if acceptable to the local water safety valve setting authority.

  • Page 12: Domestic Hot Water

    Ideal Boilers recommend the use of Fernox Quantomat, Sentinel Heating Systems. Combiguard, Calmag CalPhos I scale reducing devices or Scalemaster Inline Scale Inhibitor branded Ideal, which must be used If water treatment is used Ideal Boilers recommend only in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions.
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION BOILER assEMBLy - Exploded View Note that item numbers are linked to the spares list CH RETURN VALVE BYPASS CARTRIDGE ELECTRODE IGNITION CH FLOW VALVE DIVERTOR VALVE PADDLE ELECTRODE DETECTION DHW INLET & OUTLET GAS COCK IGNITER UNIT PUMP HEAD PIPE - GAS INLET FLOW THERMISTOR AIR VENT PUMP...
  • Page 14 INSTALLATION UNpaCKINg The boiler is supplied fully assembled in Pack A. A telescopic or non-telescopic flue assembly for rear or side flue outlet in Pack B is suppled as a separate order. Unpack and check the contents. iMPOrTanT. To unpack the boiler: 1.
  • Page 15 INSTALLATION UNpaCKINg CONT’D Note. This flue system incorporates a removable flue outlet nose that utilises a push fit location system. This enables the installation of deflector, high level or balcony outlet flue kits without the removal of the whole ‘B’ pack terminal. The appliance must not be operated without the desired outlet nose correctly fitted in place.

  • Page 16: Mounting The Boiler

    INSTALLATION WaLL MOUNTINg TEMpLaTE Extended centre line 1 5 5 (2 0 0 ) The wall mounting template is located on the internal protective “A” - See Diagram in Frame 1 packaging. The template shows the position of the fixing and rear flue centre holes for a standard installation Care MUST be taken to ensure the correct holes are drilled.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION 13 DETERMININg ThE FLUE LENgTh aND FLUE paCKs REqUIRED IMPORTANT. The boiler must be installed in a vertical position in accordance to the installation instructions. FLUE KITs Telescopic Flue‘B’ pack - contains: Flue turret, telescopic flue incorporating a terminal and rubber wall seal. horizontal Flue Terminal (600mm long) ‘B’...
  • Page 18 INSTALLATION 14 DETERMININg ThE FLUE LENgTh aND FLUE paCKs REqUIRED, CONT’D FIgURE 1 Edge of turret Edge of turret Edge of turret to outside face of wall plus to outside face of wall plus to outside face of wall plus 44mm = ue length 44mm = ue length 44mm = ue length...

  • Page 19: Cutting & Setting The Flue Length

    INSTALLATION 15 CUTTINg & sETTINg ThE FLUE LENgTh TELEsCOpIC FLUEs TELEsCOpIC FLUE B paCK SHOULD ONLY BE ADJUSTED FOR USE WITHIN ITS SPECIFIED RANGE AND MUST NOT BE CUT hORIzONTaL FLUE TERMINaL (1000MM LONg) B paCK (TELEsCOpIC) MUST ONLY BE CUT IF REQUIRED FLUE LENGTHS ARE BETWEEN 602 &...

  • Page 20: Installing The Flue

    INSTALLATION 16 INsTaLLINg ThE FLUE FITTINg FLUE ThROUgh ThE WaLL 1. Measure wall thickness and add 14mm. 2. Measure from the outer terminal lip towards the end of outer flue, place a small location mark at the dimension acquired at point 1. 3.

  • Page 21: Fitting The Optional Roof Flue Kit (Flat Or Pitched)

    INSTALLATION 17 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.

  • Page 22: Flue Terminal Position

    INSTALLATION 19 FLUE TERMINaL pOsITION The terminal should be positioned so that products of combustion can safely disperse at all times. pluming may occur at the termination so, where possible, terminal positions where this could cause a nuisance should be avoided. Minimum dimensions are shown below 300mm 625mm...

  • Page 23: Assembling The Roof Flue Kit

    INSTALLATION 20 assEMBLINg ThE ROOF FLUE KIT Determine the correct height that the flue should terminate above the roof. If after calculating or measuring the overall flue height from the top of the boiler, it is necessary to cut both pipes of assembly A, then ensure they are cut equally leaving the inner flue tube longer than the outer air tube as supplied.

  • Page 24: Condensate Drain

    INSTALLATION 21 CONDENsaTE DRaIN Condensate pump Where gravity discharge to an internal termination is not physically possible or where very long internal pipe runs would be required Condensate Condensate to reach a suitable discharge point, a condensate pump of a Drain Drain specification recommended by the boiler or pump manufacturer...
  • Page 25 INSTALLATION 22 CONDENsaTE DRaIN - CONT’D..Figure 3 - Connection of a Condensate Pump Typical Figure 4 - Connection of condensate Drainage Pipe to Method (see manufacturers detailed instructions) External Soil & Vent Stack Boiler Water/weather Visible air break with 75mm proof insulation Boiler sealed...

  • Page 26: Connections & Filling

    INSTALLATION 23 CONNECTIONs & FILLINg NOTEs. Ensure all boss blanking plugs are removed before connecting hardware. Each valve must be fitted to the correct boss as shown in the picture. Ensure each union is fitted with fibre seals provided. Do not subject any of the isolating valves to heat as the seals may be damaged. WaTER CONNECTIONs Ch FILLINg 1.

  • Page 27: Electrical Connections

    INSTALLATION 24 ELECTRICaL CONNECTIONs Warning. This appliance MUST be earthed. Wiring should be 3 core PVC insulated cable, not less than 0.75mm (24 x 0.2mm), and to BS 6500 Table 16. For IE A mains supply of 230Vac ~ 50 Hz is required. reference should be made to the current ETCI rules for electrical The fuse rating should be 3A.
  • Page 28 INSTALLATION 27 WIRINg DIagRaM Esprit eco - Installation and Servicing...

  • Page 29: Commissioning And Testing

    INSTALLATION 28 COMMIssIONINg aND TEsTINg a. Electrical Installation B. gas Installation 1. Checks to ensure electrical safety should be carried out by a 1. The whole of the gas installation, including the meter, competent person. should be inspected and tested for tightness and purged in accordance with the recommendations of BS.

  • Page 30: Initial Lighting

    INSTALLATION 29 INITIaL LIghTINg Legend A. Mode Control Knob status burner B. DHW/Preheat Control C. CH Control D. Boiler Status reset preheat preheat mode E. Burner ‘on’ Indication F. Pre Heat on/off Indication G. CH Flow Isolating Valve H. Pressure Gauge J.
  • Page 31 INSTALLATION 30 gENERaL ChECKs Make the following checks for correct operation in: 5. Set the central heating external controls to OFF. The burner should go off and the pump continue to run for four minutes DOMEsTIC hOT WaTER (DhW) MODE The display should read: 1.

  • Page 32: Handing Over

    INSTALLATION 31 REsET pROCEDURE To reset the boiler, turn the mode control (A) to the reset position and immediately turn the knob back to the required setting. The boiler will repeat the ignition sequence if a heat demand is present. status burner reset...

  • Page 33: Servicing Schedule

    (and gas rate) have been verified, then contact Ideal Boilers. 11. Complete the service section in the Benchmark Commissioning Checklist. Esprit eco -...

  • Page 34: Fan And Venturi Assembly Removal And Cleaning

    SERVICING 34 BOILER UppER & LOWER FRONT paNEL REMOVaL / REpLaCEMENT REMOVaL REpLaCEMENT 1. Lift the lower front panel access panel. 4. Hook the upper panel onto the top retaining clips. 2. Unscrew the two fixing screws, close the access panel to 5.

  • Page 35: Burner Removal And Cleaning

    SERVICING 36 BURNER REMOVaL aND CLEaNINg 1. Ensure the sump is fully drained 2. Undo the two screws and remove the sump cover retaining the lower flue manifold. 3. Lift the manifold to clear the bottom sealing gasket and remove manifold.

  • Page 36: Cleaning The Heat Exchanger

    SERVICING 38 CLEaNINg ThE hEaT ExChaNgER note: Ensure the condensate trap/siphon is fully drained before cleaning. Refer to Ignition Electrode Flame Detection Frame 49. 1. Remove ignition and flame detection electrodes. Refer to Frames 44 & 45. 2. It is advisable to replace the sump cover prior to the water flush process.

  • Page 37: Replacement Of Components

    SERVICING 40 REpLaCEMENT OF COMpONENTs gENERaL After replacing ANY component check operation of the boiler, including gas soundness, gas rate and combustion When replacing aNy component test. 1. Isolate the electricity supply. IMpORTaNT. 2. Turn off the gas supply. When work is complete, the front panels must be correctly refitted - ensuring that a good seal is made.

  • Page 38: Burner Injector Replacement

    SERVICING 42 BURNER INjECTOR REpLaCEMENT 1. Refer to Frame 40. 2. Disconnect the electrical leads from the fan. 3. Undo the gas pipe union connection to the injector housing. 4. Loosen the screw retaining the fan mounting bracket. 5. Lift and remove the fan and venturi assembly. 6.

  • Page 39: Ignition Electrode Replacement

    SERVICING 44 IgNITION ELECTRODE REpLaCEMENT 1. Refer to Frame 40. 2. Remove the burner. Refer to Frame 48. 3. Unplug the ignition lead from the electrode. Ignition Electrode 4. Remove the earth lead from the ignition electrode. 5. Remove the 2 screws holding the ignition electrode to the combustion chamber.

  • Page 40: Spark Generator Replacement

    SERVICING 46 spaRK gENERaTOR REpLaCEMENT 1. Refer to Frame 40. Spark Generator 2. Disconnect the leads from the spark generator. 3. Remove the M5 screws securing the spark generator to the boiler chassis. 4. Fit the new spark generator and re- assemble in reverse order ensuring the two earth leads are correctly replaced.

  • Page 41: Diverter Valve Actuator Replacement

    SERVICING 48 DIVERTER VaLVE aCTUaTOR REpLaCEMENT To remove the motor: 1. Refer to frame 40. Diverter Valve Motor 2. Remove the condensate trap/siphon. Refer to Frame 49. 3. Remove the wiring connector by inserting a terminal screwdriver to release the latch, then withdraw the connector.
  • Page 42 SERVICING 50 MaIN pCB REpLaCEMENT * Note. that production boiler PCB’s are factory pre-set to operate for boiler range and output, but when ordering Primary PCB as a spare, an additional Boiler Chip Card (BCC) MUST also be purchased for your specific boiler range and output.

  • Page 43: User Control Pcb Replacement

    SERVICING 51 UsER CONTROL pCB REpLaCEMENT Note. Fit the earth strap provided with the PCB to your wrist and a suitable earth on the boiler chassis. 1. Refer to Frame 40. 2. Remove the main PCB, refer to Frame 50. 3.

  • Page 44: Draining The Boiler

    SERVICING 53 DRaININg ThE BOILER CENTRaL hEaTINg CIRCUIT 1. Refer to Frame 40. 2. Close all the CH water isolating valves on the boiler inlet. 3. To drain the primary heat exchanger circuit: Open the drain valve and attach a length of hose to the CH drain point. 4.

  • Page 45: Pump Automatic Air Vent Replacement

    SERVICING 56 saFETy RELIEF VaLVE RENEWaL 1. Refer to Frame 40. 2. Drain the boiler. Refer to Frame 53. 3. Remove the return thermistor. Refer to frame 64. 4. Pull out and remove the clip (positioned behind the safety valve) retaining the safety valve.
  • Page 46 SERVICING 58 DIVERTER VaLVE BODy assEMBLy REpLaCEMENT To remove the valve body assembly: 13. Remove the DHW inlet and CH return connection situated beneath the boiler. 1. Refer to Frame 40. 14. Remove the three torx head screws fixing the return 2.

  • Page 47: Pump Head Replacement

    SERVICING 60 pUMp hEaD REpLaCEMENT 1. Refer to Frame 40. 2. Drain the boiler. Refer to Frame 53. 3. Disconnect the electrical lead from the pump. 4. Remove the 4 Allen screws retaining the pump head. 5. Remove the pump head. 6.

  • Page 48: Heat Engine Renewal

    SERVICING 63 FLOW ThERMIsTOR REpLaCEMENT 1. Refer to Frame 40. 2. Drain down the boiler. Refer to Frame 53. 3. Unplug the electrical lead. 4. Unscrew the thermistor (to facilitate removal a 13mm socket spanner should be used). 5. Fit the new thermistor using the sealing washer provided. 6.

  • Page 49: Expansion Vessel Recharging & Replacement

    SERVICING 66 ExpaNsION VEssEL REChaRgINg & REpLaCEMENT REChaRgINg 1. Refer to Frame 40. Recharge Point 2. Remove the charge point cover. 3. Recharge the tank pressure to 0.75 bar. 4. Re-assemble in reverse order 5. Check operation of the boiler. Refer to Frames 29 &...

  • Page 50: Fault Finding

    Fault Finding 68 aLTERNaTINg ‘L’ aND ‘1’ - FLOW TEMpERaTURE OVERhEaT LOCKOUT Is the Boiler and CH System filled with water and all Fill and vent the system and open all isolation and radiator valves open? isolation valves, then reset boiler Is the Flow/Return Differential across the Boiler in Check that the Pump is rotating freely.
  • Page 51 Fault Finding 70 aLTERNaTINg ‘L’ aND ‘5’ - 5 REsETs WIThIN 15 MINs Turn power off and on 71 aLTERNaTINg ‘L’ aND ‘6’ - FaLsE FLaME LOCKOUT Check routing and integrity of internal boiler Reset the boiler, does Boiler Work OK? wiring is OK.
  • Page 52 Fault Finding 73 aLTERNaTINg ‘F’ aND ‘2’ - FLaME LOss Does the boiler ignite for a short Is the Gas Pressure available at Check gas supply and time and then extinguish? the Boiler Inlet (18 mbar)? rectify fault Check the detection electrode and Check wiring from gas associated harness for: continuity, Is 215Vdc supply available at the...
  • Page 53 Fault Finding 75 aLTERNaTINg ‘F’ aND ‘4’ - FLOW ThERMIsTOR FaULT Check the resistance using a suitable multimeter Fit a new Thermistor connected across the thermistor’s terminal pins. At 25 expect 9,700 - 10,300 Ohms At 60 expect 2,400 - 2,600 Ohms At 85 expect...
  • Page 54 Fault Finding 77 aLTERNaTINg ‘F’ aND ‘7’ - LOW MaINs VOLTagE Contact electricity provider 78 aLTERNaTINg ‘F’ aND ‘9’ - pCB FaULT Replace PCB - Ensure that the BCC (boiler chip card - small plastic part) is fitted to the PCB otherwise replace PCB. 79 aLTERNaTINg ‘C’...
  • Page 55 Fault Finding 81 aLTERNaTINg ‘F’ aND ‘7’ - LOW MaINs VOLTagE Reset Boiler REsET pROCEDURE - To reset boiler, turn mode knob to reset position and immediately turn knob back to required setting. 82 NO Ch OpERaTION BUT hW WORKs OK Move the mode knob to the Winter position Is the mode knob in the Winter position? Are the Timer and the Room Thermostat switched...
  • Page 56 Fault Finding 83 NO hW BUT Ch ON Is hot and cold pipework crossed? Does the display show “d” when a tap is on? Adjust flow rates to achieve 35º Are the flow rates correct as per Frame 2. temp rise and check filter fitted in turbine is not blocked with debris.

  • Page 57: Short List Of Parts

    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. Failure to do so could affect safety or performance of this appliance.
  • Page 58 Esprit eco - Installation and Servicing...
  • Page 59 Benchmark Commissioning and Servicing Section It is a requirement that the boiler is installed and commissioned to the manufacturers instructions and the data fields on the commissioning checklist completed in full. To instigate the boiler guarantee the boiler needs to be registered with the manufacturer within one month of the installation.

  • Page 60: Gas Boiler System Commissioning Checklist

    GAS BOILER SYSTEM COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST This Commissioning Checklist is to be completed in full by the competent person who commissioned the boiler as a means of demonstrating compliance with the appropriate Building Regulations and then handed to the customer to keep for future reference. CONTROLS Programmable room thermostat Optimum start control...

  • Page 61: Service Record

    SERVICE RECORD It is recommended that your heating system is serviced regularly and that the appropriate Service Interval Record is completed. Service Provider SERVICE 01 SERVICE 02 ² % ² % ² % ² % (Where Possible) (Where Possible) Signature Signature SERVICE 03 SERVICE 04...
  • Page 62 FLOWCHART FOR CO LEVEL AND COMBUSTION RATIO CHECK ON COMMISSIONING A CONDENSING BOILER Important Preliminary Information on Checks The air gas ratio valve is factory-set and must not be adjusted DURING COMMISSIONING. If the boiler requires conversion to operate with a different gas family (e.g. conversion from natural gas to LPG) sepa- rate guidance is provided with the conversion kit supplied and this must be followed.
  • Page 63 0.2%? sampling point. Allow readings to stabilise before recording. Turn off appliance and call Ideal Technical Helpline for advice The appliance must not be commissioned until problems are identified CO level less and resolved. If commissioning cannot be fully completed, the appliance than 350ppm AND CO/CO must be disconnected from the gas supply in accordance with GSIUR.
  • Page 64 & servicing of central heating systems FM 59915 Ideal Boilers Ltd., P.O. Box 103, National Ave, Kingston upon Hull, HU5 4JN. Telephone: 01482 492 251 Fax: 01482 448 858. Registration No. London 322 137. Ideal stelrad group pursues a policy of continuing improvement in the design and performance of its products.

  • Page 65: Users Guide

    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.

  • Page 66: Minimum Clearances

    Benchmark Commissioning Checklist. You can check your installer by calling Gas Safe Register direct on 0800 4085500. Ideal is a member of the Benchmark scheme and fully supports the aims of the programme. Benchmark has been introduced to improve the standards of installation and commissioning of central heating systems in the UK and to encourage the regular servicing of all central heating systems to ensure safety and efficiency.

  • Page 67: Boiler Controls

    Weather Compensation Operation Winter conditions - i.e. Ch and DhW required. When the Weather Compensation option is fitted to the system then the CH Temperature Control (C) becomes a method of Ensure the mode knob control (A) is set to winter ( controlling room temperature.
  • Page 68 Loss of system water pressure Condensate Drain The gauge (H) indicates the central heating system pressure. This appliance is fitted with a siphonic condensate trap system If the pressure is seen to fall below the original installation that reduces the risk of the appliance condensate from freezing. pressure of 1-2 bar over a period of time then a water leak may However should the condensate pipe to this appliance freeze, be indicated.
  • Page 69 MEChaNICaL 24 hOUR TIMER pROgRaMMINg ThE TIMER 1. Decide what times you would like the timeswitch to switch Timer Control Permanently ON ON and OFF. Permanently OFF Time & Control 2. Push segments towards the programme ring for an OFF Indicator period and push away from ring for an ON period.

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    See boiler “Operation Modes” section. If ‘0’ is displayed then and “Fault Codes” section contact Ideal Boilers if your appliance is under warranty or a Gas Safe Registered Engineer, Check the time settings on the in IE a Registered Gas Installer...
  • Page 71 OpERaTION MODEs DEsCRIpTION DIspLay CODE ON BOILER The boiler is in standby mode awaiting either a central heating call or hot water demand. The boiler has a call for central heating but the appliance has reached the desired temperature set on the boiler. The boiler has a call for hot water but the appliance has reached the desired temperature set on the boiler.

  • Page 72: Fault Codes

    5 Boiler Resets in 15 minutes 1. Turn power off and on at the fused spur. 2. If the boiler fails to operate please contact Ideal Boilers (if under warranty) or alternatively a Gas Safe Registered Engineer if outside of the warranty period.

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