Summary of Contents for Potterton Kingfisher Mf 40
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Installation & Service Instructions Kingfisher Mf 40 – 100 About the Boiler See inside cover for models covered by these instructions. This Floor Mounted Fan Assisted Gas Boiler is available as Conventional or Balanced Flue. This boiler is for use with Natural Gas (G20) Only at 20mbar and for use in GB & IE.
Installation & Service Instructions or otherwise recommended in writing. Any direct connection of a control device not approved by Potterton Myson Ltd, could invalidate the CE Certification and normal appliance warranty. Introduction 5...
Part 19 - Building and Kitchen Work. If in doubt advice must be sought from Potterton Myson. On 90 & 100 models, due to the gas flow rate required, 22mm gas supply pipe should be used up to the inlet The boiler may be installed in any room, although particular connection of the gas cock on the boiler.
Installation Requirements - Page 7 Conventional Flue Models Air Supply The air requirements must meet BS 5440 Part 2. The room in which the boiler is installed must be ventilated. Ventilation of the room containing the boiler shall include air for combustion and correct operation of the flue (ie Draught Diverter dilution).
Installation Requirements - Page 8 Flue Systems A flue system (lined throughout its length) must be provided to evacuate the flue products of combustion from the boiler. Reference should be made to the building regulations and BS 5440:1. and the flue system efficiency should be checked in accordance with BS 5440.
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Installation Requirements - Page 9 Balanced Flue Models Air Supply Boiler In Room The air requirements must meet BS 5440 Part 2. The room in which the boiler is installed does not require a purpose provided air vent. If the boiler is installed in a compartment, permanent air vents are required in the compartment, one at high level and one at low level, either direct to the outside air or to a room.
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Installation Requirements - Page 10 Where a horizontal flue is sited less than 2m above a balcony, above ground, or above a flat roof to which people have access, a suitable terminal guard must be fitted. This serves two purposes, to protect the terminal against damage or interference and to protect passers-by.
Installation Requirements - Page 11 The System If a three port diverter valve is used as shown in Figs.8 & 9, a by-pass is not necessary since one circuit is always open. Where a pair of two port valves are used, a by-pass is The boiler must be used on INDIRECT hot water systems only.
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Installation Requirements - Page 12 To size the expansion vessel it is first necessary to Cylinder calculate the volume of water in the system in litres. The The hot water cylinder must be an indirect coil type or a following volumes may be used as a conservative guide to direct cylinder fitted with an immersion calorifier suitable for calculating the system volume.
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Installation Requirements - Page 14 Make U p Fully Pumped Vessel S ealed S ystem Optional Pressure 3 P ort Vent Gauge Valve S afety Alternative By-pass Valve Optional arrangement Using Zone T he Bathroom Valves R adiator Fitted With Expansion T wo Lockshield Valves Vessel...
2. Installation - Page 15 Install the boiler These instructions assume you have decided on where the boiler will be located and the type of flue system to be used. 1. Carefully unpack the boiler. Remove and place aside 4. Remove the plinth - 2 screws. the tailpipe/gravity stat kit and on CF boilers, the 5.
Installation - Page 16 2. Attach the flue to the draught diverter. Attach the seal as shown and re-fit the top blanking plate. If the diverter is in the fully forward position fit the rear blanking plate supplied. This product is fitted with a products discharge safety device (TTB) which must not be taken out of operation at any time.
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Installation - Page 17 The boiler is supplied with the flue elbow set for the rear. For side outlet slacken the screws, turn the elbow as required and retighten screws. Note: Ensure that the seals are still correctly located. Slide the flue back until it engages in the elbow bayonet connection, twist clockwise to lock.
Installation - Page 18 Connect the Gas Supply Ensure that the gas supply is isolated. Disconnect the gas cock from the gas valve. Connect the gas supply to the gas cock using a suitable adaptor. Important: Do not solder the fitting whilst assembled to the gas cock.
2.4, page 18. the control panel. Switched live from external control circuit to MAINS If fitting the optional Potterton timer go to section 2.6 'SwL'. before performing steps 4 and 5 below. Fit a link between terminals MAINS 'SwL' and MAINS Secure the controls assembly to the chassis using the screw previously removed.
Installation - Page 20 Install the Optional Programmer Read this First The programmer is supplied with the selector set to operate for fully pumped systems. The wiring backplate must be removed before the selector can be adjusted. If a gravity hot water/pumped central heating system incorporates full control by means of a cylinder thermostat and motorised valve, the selector should be set to the fully pumped position.
When checking for gas soundness open only be carried out by a suitably qualified all windows and doors in the room. person. Potterton Myson Ltd. offer this Extinguish all naked lights, cigarettes, pipes, etc. service on a chargeable basis. Publication No. 560100 Commissioning 21 Supplied By www.heating spares.co Tel.
Commissioning - Page 22 3.1 Commission the Boiler (tick box when done) 12 The fan will be energised and after a short period the automatic spark will light the pilot. When the Open Vented Systems - Remove the pump and pilot flame is established the main burner will flush the system thoroughly with cold water.
Pilot adequate servicing is carried out at least once a Mounting year by a Potterton Service Engineer or a Bracket C.O.R.G.I. Registered Installer. Leave a permanent card attached to the boiler Fig.
4. Service & Replacement of Parts - Page 24 Read these: To ensure continued efficient operation of the appliance, it is recommended that it is checked and cleaned as necessary at regular intervals. The frequency of servicing will depend upon the particular installation conditions and usage but in general once per year should be adequate.
Service & Replacement of Parts - Page 25 General Access Warning: Before attempting to remove any component from the appliance first disconnect the mains electricity supply by removing the plug from the wall socket or by switching off the appliance at the external isolating switch.
Service & Replacement of Parts - Page 26 Remove S ecuring Electronic Control Board Air Pressure S c rews (2 off) S witch S upport S upport Remove Bra c ket • Gain General Access - See 4.1 Disconnect L ugs S ecuring Connectors For better access of controls tray See 4.1 Note 5.
Service & Replacement of Parts - Page 27 Burner, Gas Valve, Injector & Electrode • Gain General Access - See 4.1 Soft Light 1. Disconnect the gas cock from the gas valve. DO NOT Adjust 2. Disconnect the wiring from the gas valve. F actory Set 3.