First Ignition - Alpha ARES 440 Tec Installation And Servicing Instructions

Instructions for the installer

3.27 fIRST IGNITIoN

preliminary checks.
first ignition must be carried out by a Gas Safe
registered engineer. Alpha will not be held liable in
case of damage caused to people, animals or property
due to failure to observe the above.
DANGER!
prior to commissioning the appliance fill the
condensate trap through the filler hole and make sure
the condensate is draining correctly.
If the appliance is used with an empty condensate
trap the danger of poisoning could exist.
Prior to commissioning the boiler it is advisable to make sure that:
• Installation fulfils the standard specifications and requirements in
force for both the gas and electrical part.
• The supply of combustion air and the evacuation of flue gases are
carried out correctly in accordance with standard specifications and
requirements in force.
• The gas supply is sized for the boiler flow rate and is equipped with
all of the safety and control devices required by regulations in force.
• The electrical supply for the boiler is 230/240 V ~ 50 Hz.
• The system has been filled with water (pressure gauge 1.0 bar with
the pump off).
• Any cut-off dampers in the system are open.
• The required gas corresponds to the one used for boiler calibration.
• The gas supply valve is open.
• There are no gas leaks.
• The external electrical supply is switched on.
• The system safety valve on the boiler responds to operation and
discharges to a safe visible place.
• The condensate trap is filled with water.
• There are no water leaks.
• Sufficient air supply for the boiler - Refer to BS 6644.
• Minimum distances to carry out any maintenance operations are
fulfilled - Refer to Section 3.4.
Alpha ARES Tec 440 - 900
Switching the boiler on and off.
To turn the boiler on and off read the manual for the TGC regulator.
Information for the Building manager.
The individual in charge of the system must be instructed in the use
and operation of the heating system, in particular:
• Supply the Building manager with the 'THE BUILDING
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE', as well as all other documents attached
the appliance contained in the envelope in the packaging. The
Building manager must keep this documentation safe so that it
is available for future consultation.
• Inform the Building manager of the importance of ventilation and
the flue system, highlighting how essential they are and how it is
strictly forbidden to change them.
• Inform the Building manager of the requirement to check the system
water pressure, as well as operations to restore it.
• Inform the Building manager on how to correctly regulate the
temperature, control units/thermostats and radiators in order to
save energy.
• Remember that it is compulsory to carry out regular maintenance
on the system and measure combustion output (as per national law).
• If the appliance is sold or transferred to another owner or if the
owner moves, leaving the appliance behind, always ensure the
instructions supplied accompany the appliance so that it may be
consulted by the new owner and/or installer.
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