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Installation, Maintenance and User Instructions Zip InLine Electronically Controlled Instantaneous Water Heaters Models: DEX & DBX Issued August 2014 The terms ‘Zip’ and ‘InLine’ are registered trademarks Zip Heaters (UK) Ltd 14 Bertie Ward Way Dereham Norfolk NR19 1TE 9120-34136 August 2014 V1.05...
To ensure you have the latest revision of this instruction manual, please visit www.zipheaters.co.uk to download the latest copy. In order to preserve our environment we ask that you dispose of this product correctly. Please contact Zip Customer Service for advice on 0845 6 005 005 or 0345 6 005 005.
*For DEX12 the maximum inlet temperature is 25°C. Approvals Zip InLine DEX and DBX are VDE approved to the LVD and EMC directives and are CE endorsed. Zip InLine DEX and DBX have been examined, tested and found when correctly fitted to comply with the requirements of the United Kingdom Water Regulations / Byelaws (Scotland).
• The appliance, its wiring and piping must not be modified in any way. • In case of malfunction isolate the power supply immediately. In case of leaks also isolate the water supply. Repairs must only be carried out by Zip Heaters (UK) Ltd or an authorised Zip service engineer.
The appliance must be installed in a frost-free room and must never be exposed to frost. • The DEX and DBX range is not intended for use with thermostatic mixing valves or taps. • The appliance must be completely filled with water before being switched on.
A minimum water pressure of 0.2 MPa (2 bar) is recommended for optimum performance. The appliance must not be subject to more than 1 MPa (10 bar). DEX & DBX Installation, Maintenance and User Instructions V1.05 Page 4 August / 2014...
• These instructions must be read and fully understood before commencing the installation. If in doubt, or in need of further guidance please ring Zip on 0845 6 005 005 or 0345 6 005 005. • Zip InLine water heaters must be installed by a competent person familiar with electric instantaneous water heaters.
The specific resistance of the supply water must be at least 1100Ωcm at 15°C. for type DEX, and at least 1,300 ohm.cm 15°C for type DBX and DEX12. The specific resistance can be checked with the local water supply company.
7. Ensure that all air is eliminated from the water heater by opening and closing the hot water tap until no more Fig 5 air emerges. DEX & DBX Installation, Maintenance and User Instructions V1.05 Page 8 August / 2014...
6 and ensure that all requirements Wiring Diagram pertaining to electrical installation are 1. Circuit board observed. 2. Heating element 3. Safety thermal cut-out 4. Terminal block August / 2014 Page 9 DEX & DBX Installation, Maintenance and User Instructions V1.05...
Note: If required, the terminal block can be re-positioned in the upper part of the appliance. In this case the instructions in the following section should be followed. DEX & DBX Installation, Maintenance and User Instructions V1.05 Page 10 August / 2014...
This should only be carried out by a competent person familiar with instantaneous water heaters. Switch on the power supply to the appliance. The digital display will light up. August / 2014 Page 11 DEX & DBX Installation, Maintenance and User Instructions V1.05...
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Use the arrow up and down function keys to select the required maximum power rating. N.B. DEX at 27kW for connection only to 3/PE 400V AC supply. Press function key 1 to confirm the selection after which the appliance will start to operate.
‘- -’ is displayed briefly to confirm deactivation. Note. Programmed temperature settings will need to be reset after deactivating temperature limitation. Press > 3 Confirmation seconds deactivation DEX & DBX Installation, Maintenance and User Instructions V1.05 Page 14 August / 2014...
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Power limit If the maximum power available from the DEX heater is insufficient to heat the volume of hot water being drawn off to the required temperature, this will be indicated by the LCD decimal point on the display.
All service work should be performed by an authorized Zip service engineer – for details of the full range of services available call Zip Service on 0845 6 005 005 or O345 6 005 005. When calling for service, please always specify the appliance model and serial number.
Furthermore, this warranty does not displace any statutory warranty, but, to the extent to which Zip is entitled to do so, the liability of Zip under any statutory warranty will be limited at Zip’s option to the replacement of the...
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