Vaillant ECOTEC PLUS VU 80 Installation And Maintenance Instructions Manual page 13

Transporting the box from the delivery point to the
installation site – first or higher floor, cellar
It is recommended that two people lift the unit together.
> Use safe lifting techniques – keep your back straight –
and bend your legs at the knee.
> Hold the load as close as possible to your body.
> If the unit is being lifted by 2 persons, ensure your move-
ments are coordinated during lifting.
> Avoid bending your upper body - do not lean forwards or
to the side.
> Clear your path before lifting the unit.
> Use safe lifting techniques – keep your back straight –
and bend your legs at the knee.
> Do not twist your body – instead, reposition your feet.
> Avoid tripping hazards, slippery or wet surfaces as well
as steps and stairs.
> If required, get somebody to assist you in this.
Transporting the box from the delivery point to the
installation site – roof
> The unit must be lifted by two persons.
> Coordinate your movements.
> Avoid bending your upper body - do not lean forwards or
to the side.
> Clear your path before lifting the unit.
> Avoid tripping hazards, slippery or wet surfaces as well
as steps and stairs.
> If the unit is being transported to an attic storey, one
person must guide the unit from above, while the other
supports the unit from below.
> Use safe lifting techniques – keep your back straight –
and bend your legs at the knee.
> Hold the load as close as possible to your body.
> If required, get somebody to assist you in this.
> The attic storey must be safely accessible and must have
a solid floor and suitable lighting.
> If the attic storey is accessed via a hatch, the hatch must
be secured against falling using a suitable guard rail.
> Before setting up the unit, it is recommended that you
perform a risk assessment of the attic storey, to clarify
access, floor rigidity, lighting and other factors, and any
measures to be undertaken in advance.
Unpacking the unit from the box
> It is recommended that two persons lift the unit out of
the box.
> Always keep the working area free from obstacles.
> Cut through the two straps.
> Open the box flaps.
> Remove the polystyrene parts from the box
> Separate the box in the centre at the pull-out strap.
> Lift the upper part of the box away.
> Lift the unit out of the box.
> Use safe lifting techniques – keep your back straight –
and bend your legs at the knee.
> Hold the load as close as possible to your body.
> If required, get somebody to assist you in this.
> Dispose of the packaging responsibly.
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> Wear appropriate cut-resistant and non-slip gloves to
protect yourself against sharp edges and maintain a safe
and secure grip while handling the unpackaged unit.
Positioning the unit for final installation – no
obstacles
> If the unit weighs more than 25 kg, it should always be
transported by two persons, where possible.
> Fix the unit bracket securely to the wall before lifting the
unit and placing it in position.
> Ensure that you hold on to the front and side of the unit
securely, lift it, hold it in a balanced position and then lift
it further upwards and position it on the bracket.
> Use safe lifting techniques – keep your back straight –
and bend your legs at the knee –if you are lifting some-
thing from the floor.
> Do not twist your body – instead, reposition your feet.
> During the entire lifting process, hold the boiler as close
as possible to your body to minimise the strain on your
back.
> Ensure your movements are coordinated so that the
weight of the unit is evenly distributed.
> If required, get somebody to assist you in this.
> Wear appropriate cut-resistant and non-slip gloves to
protect yourself against sharp edges and maintain a safe
and secure grip while handling the unit.
Positioning the unit for final installation – above a
work surface, possible obstacles, etc.
If the unit weighs more than 25 kg, it should always be
transported by two persons, where possible.
> Fix the unit bracket securely to the wall before lifting the
unit and placing it in position.
> If required, provide the work surface with sufficient pro-
tection against damage.
> Ensure that you hold the unit securely at the front and
side and lift it - if available - onto the work surface.
> Hold the unit in a balanced position and then lift it fur-
ther upwards and position it on the bracket.
> If the unit is being positioned on the bracket by two per-
sons, ensure that you have a firm grip on the front and
side/bottom of the boiler.
> Ensure your movements are coordinated if the unit is
being lifted by 2 persons, so that its weight is evenly dis-
tributed.
Use safe lifting techniques – keep your back straight – and
bend your legs at the knee –if you are lifting something
from the floor.
> Do not twist your body – instead, reposition your feet.
> During the entire lifting process, hold the boiler as close
as possible to your body to minimise the strain on your
back.
> Avoid bending your upper body - do not lean forwards or
to the side.
> If required, get somebody to assist you in this.
> Wear appropriate cut-resistant and non-slip gloves to
protect yourself against sharp edges and maintain a safe
and secure grip while handling the unit.
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