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Installation and operating instructions Condensing boilers Weishaupt Thermo Condens WTC 15-A / WTC 25-A and WTC 32-A 83247602 – 1/2008...
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Conformity Certification EnEV Site calculation to ISO/IEC Guide 22 The EnEV characteristic values of the product in Ch. 11 can be used as calculation basis Manufacturer: Max Weishaupt GmbH Address: Max Weishaupt Straße D-88475 Schwendi Product: Gas Condensing Boiler Type:...
Contents 1 General instructions 2 Safety instructions 3 Technical description 3.1 Permissible application 3.2 Function 3.2.1 General notes 3.2.2 Important components 3.3 Basic construction and variations 3.3.1 Overview of variations 3.3.2 Version -H 3.3.3 Version -H-0 3.3.4 Version -W 3.3.5 Version -C (only WTC 25-A) 3.4 Prerequisites 3.5 Demands on the heating water 3.5.1 Permissible water hardness...
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6.3.3 Parameter mode 6.3.4 Error memory 6.4 Service functions via PC interface 6.4.1 Special system parameter 7 Control variations Weishaupt Condens Manager (WCM) 7.1 Constant flow temperature control 7.2 External temperature dependent flow temp. control 7.3 DHW load function (version -W only) 7.4 DHW function (version -C only)
Guarantee and liability Weishaupt will not accept liability or meet any guarantee • are to be used by qualified personnel only claims for personal injury or damage to property arising as a result of one or more of the causes below: •...
Safety instructions Dangers when using the equipment Safety measures in normal operation Weishaupt products are manufactured in accordance with • Only use the equipment when all safety devices are the relevant existing standards and guidelines and the fully functional. recognised safety laws. However, improper use of the •...
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: ___________________________________ % Connection pressure: _______________________ mbar Conversion to other types of gas The WTC is type tested for Natural Gas and Liquid Max Weishaupt GmbH D-88475 Schwendi Petroleum Gas. It is factory pre-set for Natural Gas operation. A setting to 2E or 2LL is not required.
The ATV data sheet A251 (PP) to the unit exit, from where a number of different should be observed. ducting systems from the Weishaupt flue gas / air system WAL-PP are available. Combustion air Depending on the type of operation, the combustion air is...
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Version with PEA pump Diagram resulting supply pressure On condensing boilers with PEA pump (PWM pump with WTC 15-A, WTC 25-A and WTC 32-A with PEA pump permanent magnet technology) the maximum modulation range of the pump in its factory presetting is 30 - 60% (WTC 15-A), 30 - 70% (WTC 25-A) and 30 - 80% (WTC Speed 100% ..
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Version with PWM pump Diagram resulting supply pressure On condensing boilers with PWM (Pulse width WTC 15-A with PWM pump modulation) modulating heating circuit pump the maximum modulation range of the pump in its factory presetting is 30 - 60% (WTC 15-A), 30 - 70% (WTC 25-A) and 30 - Speed 100% ..
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Version with 3 stage pump (WTC 15-A/25-A) Diagram resulting supply pressure WTC 15-A On condensing boilers with 3 stage pump the pump with 3 stage pump stage can be set manually at the pump. The pump is supplied preset to pump stage 2. For the hydraulic design of the installation the resulting Stage 3 supply pressure should be be taken from the table on the...
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Expansion vessel Note: In accordance with DIN 4807-2, expansion The table enables an evaluation to establish if the vessel must be serviced annually. The values expansion vessel fitted (content 10 l) is sufficient or if an set during initial commissioning must be additional expansion vessel is required.
Unit with integrated 3 way valve for WTC 25-A: Available in versions -H, -H-0, -W DHW preparation in combination with and -C. Versions with circulation pump Weishaupt water heaters. available with optional three stage or speed controlled PWM pump. Version -C: Unit with integrated DHW preparation...
1 bar is maintained if the pump is fitted in the flow. The pressure loss diagram from Ch. 3.2.2 should be used when sizing the pump. Weishaupt recommend the pump is installed in the return of the heating system of the unit.
Version -C contains the same 3 way valve as version -W. The drawn water quantity is determined exactly by a throughput sensor (6) and evaluated by the Weishaupt Condens Managers (WCM). To ensure a constant DHW outlet temperature, version -C is fitted with a temperature sensor (5) in the DHW outlet.
3.4 Prerequisites Included in delivery Important - Warranty for boiler replacement! The ready-to-use unit is delivered in a cardboard box. Supply air ducts, which have previously been used as a The following parts are enclosed loose: chimney for solid fuel or oil firing plants, must only be used as supply air duct once they have been thoroughly •...
3.5 Demands on the heating water Note: In accordance with VDI-Guideline 2035 the following demands must be met by the heating water. • The untreated fill and top up water must be of domestic water quality (colourless, clear, without scaling), •...
25 l/kW based on the heating requirements of the building. 3.5.3 Treatment of fill and top up water Demineralisation (recommended by Weishaupt) Check pH value (8.5 ± 0.5) dof demineralised water: Fill and top up water sgould be demineralised •...
Electrically isolate the system Only valid for Switzerland: Prior to installation switch off the unit When installing and operating a -weishaupt- gas burner in and safety switch, as well as the mains Switzerland the regulations of SVGW and VKF as well as switch.
4.3 Wall mounting Fit wall bracket Fit wall bracket Fit wall bracket 1 enclosed to the wall with the fixing screws supplied. 3° The suitability of the wall plugs enclosed should be checked depending on the construction of the wall. A gradient of 3°...
4.4 Mains water connection Application in sealed heating systems Hydraulic connection On version -W: Connect flow and return pipes of water heater. On version -C: Connect cold and hot water pipes. Connect flow and return (pipes should be rinsed thoroughly before connecting). Install boiler, inlet and outlet valves (available as an accessory).
4.6 Electrical connection Electrical installation by qualified personnel only! Plug cover Local regulations and codes of practice, as well as regulations from the energy supplier must be observed. DANGER Mains and emergency switch The external mains switch for the heating system must have at least 3 mm contact distance.
4.6.1 External connection WCM Wiring diagram WCM Mains switch F1 230V WCM - CPU 4,0 AT 230V— 230V˜ eBus B1/N1 L N PE L N PE L N PE Calorifier cable loom (optional) ϑ ϑ ϑ ϑ L N PE 230V WCM-FS WCM-EM...
4.6.2 Converting unit version -H-0 to version -H Connecting an internal boiler pump Connect internal boiler pump The following pumps are available as accessories for fitting into WTC: WTC 15-A/25-A: • 3 stage pump • PWM pump WTC 32-A: • PWM pump Enter Dial...
4.6.3 Connecting a 3 way change-over valve For DHW operation, the 3 way change-over valve is Connect 3 way change-over valve connected to the 230V output and either the MFA or VA. To enable the 3 way change-over valve to function, the WCM - CPU Control via MFA WCM - CPU...
4.6.5 Remote load control The control cable (4…20 mA) is connected to input Diagram B1/N1 (plug 9) independent of polarity. The WCM automatically recognises the signal and [°C] displays configuration _t _ when it is switched on. The available signal is interpreted as supply setpoint, (78°C) which is incorporated into the setpoint formation parallel to other heat demands from the heating circuits, whereby...
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3. Plug in circuit board plug (Rast 2.5) at plug slot ST20. Connecting calorifier cable loom 4. Install the cable for the calorifier sensor down towards the cable entry and pass it through the diaphragm grommet. 5. Connect wire ends to plug part B10 and secure with tension relief (cable ties).
4.7 Gas side connection Gas installation by qualified personnel only! Gas characteristics Local regulations and codes of practice, as well as The gas characteristics should be obtained from the gas regulations from the local gas board must be observed. board. The Wobbe index W should be checked according to the valid gas groups.
4.8 Condensate Condensate discharge into the waste water system Fill siphon The condensate of the WTC complies with the requirements as stipulated in the ATV data sheet A 251for condensate discharge into the waste water system of the property. Neutralisation is usually not required. If necessary, the water board should be informed about the discharge.
Only CE certificated or locally tested and approved flue gas systems must be used. 1 Boiler connection piece The Weishaupt Flue gas - air - system WAL-PP, 2 Test point in the supply air aperture see installation and operating manual WAL-PP, offers 3 Flue gas sampling point approved kits and individual components.
5 Commissioning and operation 5.1 Operating controls Four operating controls are located below the front flap. Operating elements Dial knob This is used to change values and settings by rotation. Clockwise turn: • Values are increased • Markings are moved to the right or down Rotation to the left: •...
There must be water pressure available in the heating system (> 1bar). Apply voltage supply and switch on unit. The Weishaupt Condens Manager (WCM) automatically recognises the type of unit connected and carries out the necessary parameter settings. Equipment used:...
Switch on WTC at the mains switch. Display “Unit configured” During the first 10 seconds an analysis of the sensors and actuators connected is carried out. The WCM-CPU displays the configuration detected in flashing codes. If a calorifier or de-couple sensor has been detected by the WCM-CPU the relevant control variation will be displayed after approx.
5.5 Commissioning Notes on initial heating up of the system The following checks should be carried out: • The commissioning and purging of the system should • measuring the O content at nominal load and partial be carried out immediately after the system has been load (conversion table O –...
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Fine tuning the O value Fine tuning the O value is included in an automatic function sequence with 3 steps. This sequence allows the combustion to be optimised on site using parameters P39 and P72. Procedure 1. Select parameter 39 in the heating engineer level and call up the entry mode by pressing the key, the unit carries out a calibration (duration...
Soundness test of flue gas system Soundness test of flue gas system For room air independent operation, a soundness test of the flue gas system via an O measurement within the internal space of the condensing boiler is required. Fit hose 4 through the test point in the supply air aperture 2 into the condensing boiler.
5.5.2 Variable ratings setting Move the selection cursor below the “Chimney sweep” Change over to chimney sweep mode by pressing the symbol by turning the dial knob. key. The 3 large numbers show the current rating and the 2 smaller number show the current boiler temperature. By pressing the key again the setting level, in which Turn the dial knob anticlockwise until the desired ratings...
5.6 Ratings measurement The burner rating for nominal load has to be determined. Legend: · Proceed as follows: = Burner rating in kW = Barometric air pressure [ mbar ] to table Baro. · • Gas quantity to operating volume V = Gas pressure at meter [ mbar ] •...
6 Operating instructions 6.1 Operating levels The operation is divided into two operating levels. Level 1 Operating elements is the end user level, and can be accessed directly. If an FS (remote control station) is fitted, only the chimney sweep function can be called up in level 1. Level 2, The heating engineer level is protected by a CODE.
6.2.2 Setting mode Setting of setpoints and display of other system values. Procedure: • The symbol line is displayed by turning the dial knob. • By turning the dial knob again, the selection cursor can be placed under the relevant symbol. If the selection cursor is moved beyond the left or right positions, the display mode is shown.
6.3 Heating engineer level 6.3.1 Entry into the level • Turn dial knob until selection cursor under “Spanner” The heating engineer level symbol line is displayed. symbol. • Press enter key. = Info mode • Set Service CODE (11). = Parameter mode If an incorrect code is entered, the entry level is = Error memory exited!
6.3.2 Info mode Here, specific system values can be displayed. By turning the dial knob, the individual operating status values can be interrogated. Each value can be assigned to the next list via a row number. Limited Code Process value display Unit System...
Table of operating phases Display Phase description Standby control fan Prepurge speed achieved Tv...0 Countdown of prepurge in secs. Ignition speed achieved 0...Tz Flame formation time in 0.1 x secs. Burner in operation, control active Gas valve control V1 Gas valve control V2 Post-purge speed achieved and post-purge Burner off...
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Des. Limited Parameter Factory Unit Explanation Special features display value presetting Basic configuration 3 digit H A P Current configuration ( Ch. 5.4.1) 1. Character:H = Heating unit C = Combi unit W = DHW unit Code Save configuration ( Ch.
Des. Limited Parameter Factory Unit Explanation Special features display value presetting Heat exchanger 8 ... °C Minimum flow temperature setpoint (P31- P32) (P30 + P32) °C Maximum flow temperature setpoint ... 85 (±) 1 ... 7 (±) 3 Flow temperature switch differential 80 ...
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Des. Limited Parameter Factory Unit Explanation Special features display value setting System + service 100 ... 500 h x10 Time untill next service Once time set has elapsed the display shows a flashing screwdriver. The service can be reset in Info mode. Ch.
6.3.4 Error memory Here, the last 6 error messages can be called up in the form of an error code (see Ch. 9) of the WTC using the dial knob. Error message 1…6 Error code By pressing the enter key again, the system conditions Overview) which existed when the error occurred can be called up using the dial knob.
The Weishaupt Condens Manager (WCM) is equipped Service software WCM diagnostic with an interface for PC connection. Data transfer is carried out via Weishaupt eBUS adapter (W-EA) from eBUS via RS 232 interface to PC. The W-EA, as well as the Service Software WCM Diagnostic are available as accessories.
7 Control variations Weishaupt Condens Manager (WCM) The WCM not only carries out the regulating and control functions for the boiler, but also the control of the heating systems and domestic hot water operation. The heating controller contains basic functions which have an effect in all the following variations: •...
7.2 External temperature dependent flow temperature control An external sensor QAC 31is required for this variation. Installation example The sensor should be fitted to a north or northwest facing wall. Avoid the following unfavourable factors: • Direct exposure to the sun. •...
7.3 DHW function (only version -W) In this version, the WTC is equipped with a 3 way valve. A heat up procedure is initiated in setback operation, if The DHW control is carried out by a 2 point controller with the DHW minus the subtraction value is not adjustable hysteresis.
7.6.1 PWM pump The PWM pump has variable speed and is controlled by Diagram regulating range PWM pump the Weishaupt Condens Manager. The pump rating of the boiler circuit is assigned to the required burner rating. Pump The modulating limits for the pump can be adjusted 100% P42, P43 heating engineer level).
7.6.4 Freely selectable inputs and outputs Using the two freely selectable outputs MFA (plug 5) and Variable digital input H1 (heating release) VA (plug 6) a multitude of applications can be realised. The MFA is a potential linked relay output with a connection •...
7.6.5 Regulation with one calorifier sensor For this type of regulation a calorifer sensor (NTC 5kΩ, Sensor connection variation P1 Order No.: 660 228) has to be connected to sensor input B10 ( Ch. 4.6.6). Input B11 is not connected. 230V 230V eBUS...
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Freely selectable inputs and outputs for calorifier control P1/P2 Using the two freely selectable outputs MFA (plug 5) and Variable digital input H1 (heating release) VA (plug 6) a multitude of applications can be realised. The MFA is a potential linked relay output with a connection •...
7.6.7 Regulation with hydraulic de-couple For this type of regulation, the de-couple sensor Prerequisites: (NTC 5kΩ, Order No.: 660 228) has to be connected to • Unit version with integrated PWM pump input B11. • De-couple sensor (B11) installed Heating operation: The WTC controls the modulation in the heating Sensor connection variation P3 operation directly with the de-couple sensor.
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Freely selectable inputs and outputs for de-couple regulation P3 Using the two freely selectable outputs MFA (plug 5) and Variable digital input H1 (heating release) VA (plug 6) a multitude of applications can be realised. The MFA is a potential linked relay output with a connection •...
Safety and monitoring function 8.1 Temperature monitoring Boiler circuit Flue gas system The following functions are combined in the safety The following functions for flue gas temperature monitoring temperature sensor of the boiler circuit: are combined in one sensor: • Safety temperature limiter •...
8.3 Heating frost protection function Boiler frost protection (without external sensor System frost protection (with external sensor QAC 31) QAC 31) Tv < 8°C < T P23) A act. system frost protction Burner on with minimum load Pump starts every 5 hrs., •...
Cause and rectification of faults Most irregularities and faults of the boiler are recognised by the WCM and shown on the display. The display dif- ferentiates between faults (boiler lockout) and warnings. Faults (crossed out flame signal flashes) Proceed as follows with faults: •...
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Continuation of fault and warning message CODE Message Cause Possible fault/rectification Burner Fault No flame formation at burner start • Contaminated combustion air (dust, soot) Clean burner • Gas supply closed • Ignition electrode soiled / incorrect spark gap • Faulty wiring to ignition electrode •...
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Continuation of fault and warning message CODE Message Cause Possible fault/rectification Electronic compound regulation Fault Deviation of ionisation signal to • Wrong setting of gas type at gas valve, setpoint too large check setting • Parameter P11 set to wrong gas type •...
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Continuation of fault and warning message CODE Message Cause Possible fault/rectification eBus communication Warning WCM cascade manager no longer • Check Bus connection/Bus supply transmits valid setpoint • Check WCM-KA P12 is set to address #A…E • Check address setting P12 and no setpoint transmitter connected e.g.: WCM cascade manager Warning...
1 0 Service 1 0.1 Safety notes on servicing Service only qualified personnel! Service interval Failure to carry out maintenance and service The operator should ensure that the combustion appliance work properly can have severe consequences is inspected or serviced at least including serious injury or the loss of life.
1 0.2 Check list for servicing the WTC Service task Carried out on 18.07.08 Select burner operting hours Ch 6.3.2; I43) I43 = 1500 Select fault memory 2x F22 Ch. 6.3.4) Fault 1x F42 Safety and function check including the Safety and control components Check function and safety of air/flue gas system.
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Continuation checklist for service Service task Carried out on Select burner operting hours Ch 6.3.2; I43) I43 = Select fault memeory Kap. 6.3.4) Fault Safety and function check including the Safety and control components Check function and safety of air/flue gas system. Check soundness of flue gas system.
The heat exchanger should be checked for flue gas side soiling and if necessary cleaned annually. A Weishaupt cleaning kit for this task is available, order No.: 480 000 00 26 2. The check of the degree of soiling is carried out by a differential pressure measurement.
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Cleaning the heat exchanger Wärmetauscher Flue gas side cleaning of the heat exchanger can be carried out using the cleaning kit available as an accessory (order No. 481 000 00 26 2). Remove sediments through service opening, in particular from condensate drain. Clean siphon.
1 0.4 Chimney sweep function • Activate symbol rail by turning dial knob and place cursor below the chimney sweep symbol. • Activate chimney sweep function by pressing key. • The function remains active for 15 minutes. • The 3 digit display shows the current boiler rate. •...
1 1.2 Electrical data Weishaupt gas condensing unit WTC 15-A WTC 25-A WTC 32-A Nominal voltage 230V~, 1N, 50Hz 230V~, 1N, 50Hz 230V~, 1N, 50Hz Nominal load Version PEA pump Version PWM pump Version 3 stage pump Version without pump El.
1 1.5 Weights, dimensions Weishaupt gas condensing unit WTC 15-A WTC 25-A WTC 32-A Weight incl. cladding 46 * * without expansion vessel 77,5 1 Heating flow 2 Flow water heater or domestic hot water 3 Gas 4 Return water heater or domestic water...
Appendix Conversion to liquid petroleum gas Gas nozzle replacement not required ! Gas type conversion The following sequences hould be observed during the conversion: 1. Switch boiler on/off switch to 0. 2. Unscrew plug for voltage supply to gas valve. 3.
Internal boiler wiring 24 V DC Boiler sensor Flue gas sensor Control coil Enter gas valve Dial knob Flow sensor Only on Combi units DHW sensor Only on units with variable pump Heating circuit pump SCOT electrode Gas valves 3 way change- over valve Reset On/off switch...
Customer service Information at the heating installation: Heating systems consist of a number components, which have to be installed and tested by experts. This checklist Functions (commissioning, faults, shutdown) aids fault limitation: Operation and service on the display control • Voltage supply - specialistd electician poss.
p a r t s S p a r e Spare parts 1.34 1.33 1.35 1.32 1.29 1.28 1.31 1.30 1.12 1.07 1.08 1.28 1.09 1.10 1.03 1.11 1.12 1.02 1.18 1.14 1.13 1.27 1.12 1.15 1.06 1.16 1.07 1.26 1.05 1.23 1.22...
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