British Gas 330 Instructions For Use Installation And Servicing

British Gas 330 Instructions For Use Installation And Servicing

High efficiency condensing boiler

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0020008877-04 08.06

Instructions for Use

Installation and Servicing

To b e l e f t w i t h t h e u s e r
British Gas
330
G.C. No. 41-047-75
High Efficiency
Condensing Boiler
Customer Care Line Tel: 0845 600 5100
www.house.co.uk

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  • Page 1: Instructions For Use

    0020008877-04 08.06 Instructions for Use Installation and Servicing To b e l e f t w i t h t h e u s e r British Gas G.C. No. 41-047-75 High Efficiency Condensing Boiler Customer Care Line Tel: 0845 600 5100...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents The instructions consist of three parts, User, Installation and Servicing Instructions. The instructions are an integral part of the appliance and must, to comply with the current issue of the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations, be handed to the user on completion of the installation.
  • Page 3: Important Information

    Turn off the gas emergency control valve immediately. Eliminate all sources of ignition, i.e. smoking, blowlamps, hot air guns etc. Do not operate electrical lights or switches either on or off. Open all doors and windows, ventilate the area. Call the British Gas Emergency Service telephone number: 0800 111 999. Sheet Metal Parts This boiler contains metal parts (components) and care should be taken when handling and cleaning, with particular regard to edges.
  • Page 4: General Information

    General Information General Note Pluming from flue terminal This boiler is a wall hung high efficiency condensing boiler, Like all condensing boilers this appliance will produce a plume designed to provide central heating from a fully pumped open- of condensation from the flue terminal in cool weather. This is vented or sealed water system with a fully indirect cylinder.
  • Page 5: Appliance Safety Devices

    If in doubt seek advice from British Gas’s own service organisation destination. using the telephone number on the inside front cover of this To obtain service, please contact British Gas’s own service...
  • Page 6: Operating The Boiler

    The pressure should be at least 0.7 bar, anything less than this figure could indicate a leak and you MUST contact your installer or British Gas's own Customer Care Line using the telephone number on the front cover of this booklet.
  • Page 7: Technical Information

    British Gas. The Water Fittings Regulations or Water byelaws in Scotland. Any alteration that is not approved by British Gas, could invalidate the warranty and could also infringe the current issue The Health and Safety at Work Act, Control of Substances of the Statutory Requirements.
  • Page 8: Gas Supply

    Advantica. 330 HIGH EFFICIENCY CONDENSING BOILER 1.5 Condensate Drain GC No. 41-047-75 Manufactured exclusively for British Gas by Glow-worm TYPE : 230V~50Hz 60W fused at 3A For use on A plastic drain pipe must be fitted to allow discharge of...
  • Page 9: Boiler Location And Ventilation

    2 Boiler Location and Ventilation 2.1 Boiler Location This boiler is not suitable for outdoor installation. This boiler may be installed in any room, although particular attention is drawn to the installation of a boiler in a room containing a bath or shower where reference must be made to the relevant requirements.
  • Page 10: Flue Location And Ventilation

    3 Flue Location and Ventilation 3.1 Flue Options 3.2 Flue Length This boiler is suitable for concentric Horizontal and Vertical The maximum permissable horizontal flue length is 10 metres flues, elevated horizontal and vertical twin, all are fitted onto the plus the flue terminal, this can be achieved by use of the top of the boiler.
  • Page 11: Terminal Position

    3 Flue Location and Ventilation 3.4 Terminal Position The minimum acceptable siting dimensions for the terminal from obstructions, other terminals and ventilation openings are shown in diagram 3.5. Dimensions shown are measured from edge of terminal. Only one dimension from the minimum clearance should be applied, all others should be to the nominal clearance.
  • Page 12: Water System

    4 Water System 4.1 Draining Tap 4.5 Bypass A draining tap must be provided at the lowest point of the A system bypass will be required fitted at least 1.5 metres away system, which will allow the entire system and hot water system from the boiler, refer to the current issue of the central heating to be drained.
  • Page 13 4 Water System Diagram 4.3 4.8 Combined Feed and Vent 4.12 Safety Valve For combined feed and vent, a 22mm pipe must be fitted in A safety valve must be fitted to a sealed system. accordance with BS 5449. It shall be preset, non-adjustable with a lift pressure of 3 bar, 4.9 Domestic Hot Water Cylinder incorporating seating of a resilient material, a test device and a connection for drain.
  • Page 14: Installation Preparation

    4 Water System 4.14 Pressure Gauge SUPPLY A pressure gauge with a set pointer and covering at least 0 to PIPE 4 bar (0 to 60 lb/in ) shall be fitted permanently to the system in a position where it can be seen when filling the system. 4.15 Domestic Hot Water Cylinder BOILER CONTROL...
  • Page 15: Boiler Fixing

    5 Installation Preparation 5.3 Flue Hole Cutting (44mm/metre) The standard horizontal flues are designed with an internal fall of 44mm/metre towards the boiler for disposal of condensate. WALL If the standard flue length alone is being used then the flue hole TEMPLATE of diameter 105mm can be cut in the position marked on the wall template.
  • Page 16: Gas, Water And Condensate Connections

    7 Gas, Water and Condensate Connections GAS SERVICE COCK SHOWN IN OPEN POSITION UNION CONNECTOR GAS SERVICE COCK LINER SPIGOT SERVICE FLEXIBLE COCK CONDENSATE OUTLET PIPE SUPPLY CONDENSATE DRAIN PIPE IN CONNECTION Diagram 7.1 7.1 Gas Connection Before connection check the supply of local gas. Heating circuit flow and return The gas supply can be connected from below, see diagram 7.1.
  • Page 17 7 Gas, Water and Condensate Connections INTERNAL SOIL EXTERNAL SOIL AND VENT STACK AND VENT STACK BOILER BOILER EXTERNAL MAX. 3M Ø22mm MIN. Ø22mm MIN. NO RESTRICTION NO RESTRICTION ON LENGTH ON LENGTH Internal Soil and Vent Pipe External Soil and Vent Pipe or Rainwater Pipe SINK (CONSTITUTES BOILER...
  • Page 18: Flue Preparation Telescopic And Standard Flue

    8 Flue Preparation Telescopic and Standard Flue Additional flue accessories are available to suit your site 8.1 Flue Components conditions, see diagram 8.2. The components supplied in the Standard and Telescopic kit are shown in diagram 8.1. Top Outlet Horizontal Concentric Flue Packs: FLUE A2043600 Horizontal telescopic flue pack.
  • Page 19 8 Flue Preparation Telescopic and Standard Flue 8.2 Flue Length 8.3 Preparation Top Rear flue - Standard - with the flue elbow temporarily Telescopic: fitted, measure the distance from the outside wall to the butt The Telescopic Flue system MUST NOT be cut. joint, see diagram 8.3.
  • Page 20 8 Flue Preparation Telescopic and Standard Flue NOTE: If the air and flue ducts have been correctly cut to the 8.4 Flue Fitting (Telescopic and Standard) instructions given in section 8.2, the rubber sealing collar should Fit the rubber sealing collar behind the locating lugs on the flue fit flush with the outside wall, check this.
  • Page 21: Electrical Connections

    9 Electrical Connections WARNING: This boiler must be earthed. RETAINING This appliance must be wired in accordance with these SCREWS (2) instructions. Any fault arising from incorrect wiring cannot be put right under the terms of the guarantee. All system components must be of an approved type. Electrical components have been tested to meet the equivalent requirements of the BEAB.
  • Page 22: Commissioning

    Refit the connection box to the underside of the boiler using the two retaining screws. 10 Commissioning Please ensure the British Gas logbook is completed and left 10.2 Sealed Systems with the user. Fill the system until the pressure gauge registers the recommended pressure.
  • Page 23 10 Commissioning Ensure external controls are calling for heat. The boiler should 10.3 Preparation for Lighting fire automatically. Isolate the boiler from the mains electrical supply. Allow the boiler to fire for a minimum of 60 seconds and then, Test for gas soundness and purge air from the gas supply. Turn using an electrical screwdriver, rotate the ‘service’...
  • Page 24 10 Commissioning 10.9 Pump Exercise Program OVERHEAT THERMOSTAT / After a power cut or every 24 hour in frost setting/summer mode the pump will run for one minute to prevent it from sticking. This RESET SWITCH will also occur during normal operating if there is no demand for more than 24 hours 10.10 Frost Protection FLOW...
  • Page 25 In addition it is necessary to complete the British Gas logbook. NOTE: Scottish Gas only. Remove the British Gas badge from the front casing panel. Replace with the Scottish Gas badge supplied in the fixing pack.
  • Page 26: Servicing

    4. When replacing a 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 British Gas. 5. On completion of sevicing the "Benchmark" log book should be completed.
  • Page 27 11 Servicing SEALING GAS PIPE BRACKET GROMMET SECURING SCREW CONDENSE TRAP UNION NUT GAS SERVICE COCK STEP 1 SUPPLY PIPE IN Diagram 11.3 SPARK GAP 3.5 to 4.5mm STEP 2 SPARK ELECTRODE GASKET SECURING SCREW STEP 3 2 OFF EARTH LEAD Diagram 11.4 BOTTOM COVER REMOVAL Diagram 11.2...
  • Page 28 11 Servicing 11.5 Burner CHASSIS NOTE: IF THE FUNCTIONAL CHECKS DID NOT INDICATE FRONT POOR COMBUSTION THEN IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO SERVICE THE BURNER. The following procedure will require that you replace the burner door seal and nyloc nuts. Disconnect the gas supply at the gas service cock.
  • Page 29 11 Servicing SECTION THROUGH BURNER DOOR SHOWING POSITION OF SEAL COMBUSTION CHAMBER SEAL NYLOC SECURING NUTS (5 OFF) BURNER VALVE GAS PIPE BRACKET AND SEAL Diagram 11.7 BURNER BURNER DOOR SECURING SCREW (4) GASKET Diagram 11.8 0020008877-04...
  • Page 30 11 Servicing 11.8 Combustion Check Once the appliance has been reassembled (apart from the front RETAINING LATCHES and inner casing panels) connect a flue gas analyser to the sample point on the flue elbow, see diagram 11.9. Turn on the gas service cock, see diagram 11.3. With the power off and the appliance cold, unclip the controls fascia and hinge it down to reveal the potentiometers on the rear of the User interface, see diagram 11.10.
  • Page 31: Fault Finding

    12 Fault Finding 12.1 Important Notes Before trying to operate the boiler make sure that : • All gas supply cocks are open and that the gas supply has RETAINING been purged of air. STRAP • There is a permanent mains supply to the boiler. •...
  • Page 32: Fault Finding Diagram

    12 Fault Finding Diagram 12.2 0020008877-04...
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  • Page 35: Replacement Of Parts

    Do not use reconditioned or copy burner assembly. parts that have not been clearly authorised by British Gas. Before removing the gas valve note its position on the fan. Replacement of parts must be carried out by a competent person.
  • Page 36 13 Replacement of Parts 13.6 Fan MANIFOLD For access, refer to section 13.1. Remove electrical plug. Refer to section 11.5 for removal of the fan, gas valve and SECURING burner assembly. SCREW Remove the gas valve as described in the relevant parts of section 13.1.
  • Page 37 13 Replacement of Parts 13.11 Heat Exchanger SECURING SCREWS FLOW AND RETURN AND CLAMPS (3 OFF) PIPE NUTS Refer to Manual Handling section on page 4. For access, refer to section 13.1. Refer to section 11.5 for removal of the fan, gas valve and burner assembly.
  • Page 38 13 Replacement of Parts 13.16 Condensate Trap and Siphonic Drain SIPHON Refer to diagram 13.7. ADAPTER Remove the clips securing the flexible tubes to the adapter by twisting the clips slightly to disengage the clip jaws from each other. Remove flexible tubes from adapter. FLOAT Lift off the adapter.
  • Page 39 MAIN PCB Please quote the name of the appliance and serial number, to be found on the data label, see diagram 1.2. If ordering from British Gas also quote the G.C. number of the part. 13.22 Main PCB For access, refer to section 13.1 Hinge down the control box, see diagram 13.11.
  • Page 40: Manual Handling

    14 Manual Handling are used – keep back straight – bend using legs. Keep load as close to General recommendations when handling. body as possible. Always use assistance if required. Dispose of Clear the route before attempting the lift. Ensure safe lifting techniques packaging in a responsible manner.
  • Page 41: Spare Parts

    15 Spare Parts Key No. Part No. Description GC No 801645 Fan assembly E84024 801637 Spark electrode E83999 801655 Igniter unit E84015 2000802452 Gas valve assembly H20596 801722 Heating flow and return thermistor (2) E84003 801724 Overheat stat E83996 2000802731 Main P.C.B.
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  • Page 43: Declaration Of Conformity

    Belper, Derbyshire DE56 1JT Identification of product: Condensing wall-hung heating boiler Appliance type: British Gas/Scottish Gas 330 - BG 330 The appliance types satisfy the essential requirements of the relevant directives and Standards: 90/396/EEC including amendments Designed and built to CE-type examination "Directive on the approximation of the law of the...
  • Page 44 Manufactured by Glow-worm exclusively for British Gas. Glow-worm, Nottingham Road, Belper, Derbyshire. DE56 1JT www.glow-worm.co.uk Because of our constant endeavour for improvement, details may vary slightly from those shown in these instructions. 0020008877-04...

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