geminox FCX 22 C Technical Instructions
geminox FCX 22 C Technical Instructions

geminox FCX 22 C Technical Instructions

Boiler water capacity up to 25l
Hide thumbs Also See for FCX 22 C:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

F
C
X
FCX 22
FCX 30
USA/CA
T
E
C
H
N
I
C
A
L
I
N
S
T
R
U
C
T
I
O
N
S
T30.42435.00

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the FCX 22 C and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Summary of Contents for geminox FCX 22 C

  • Page 1 FCX 22 FCX 30 USA/CA T30.42435.00...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................4 - SYMBOLS.............................. 4 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................4 2.1 - Smell of flue gas ........................4 2.2 - Explosive or inflammable materials ................... 4 2.3 - Fitting, commissioning ....................... 4 2.4 - Servicing ............................ 4 2.5 - Combustion air/Ambient air .......................
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 10 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ......................28 10.1 - Wiring and connection diagram ....................30 VI - COMMISSIONING ..........................31 - FILLING THE SYSTEM WITH WATER ....................31 - OIL INLET ............................31 - PRE-COMMISSIONING CHECK......................31 - USER INFORMATION......................... 31 - COMMISSIONING ..........................
  • Page 4: I - Safety Precautions

    I - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1 - SYMBOLS In this document: Safety recommendations, warnings and recommendations are by a warning- triangle symbol accompanied by bold text. 2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - Chimney type system B 2.1 - Smell of flue gas •...
  • Page 5: Danger Due To Failing To Consider Your Own Safety In An Emergency Such As A Fire

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2.6 - Danger due to failing to consider your own safety in an emergency such as a fire - Never put yourself at risk of fatal injury. Your own safety must always take the highest priority. 2.7 - User information from the installer - Inform the user on the operating modes of the ap- pliance and show him how to use the controls.
  • Page 6: Presentation

    • a heating flow temperature thermometer (cir- cuit 1), - thick insulation, - a socket. 2 - RANGE Combustion product Models Function connection Flue with tubing ((B FCX 22 C Horizontal balanced flue (C Heating only FCX 30 C Vertical balanced flue (C - 6 -...
  • Page 7: Technical Specifications

    III - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1 - CHARACTERISTICS Model FCX 22 C FCX 30 C Certification following efficiency directive 92/42/CEE CE1312AS036R Connection Power output 22,3 30,5 maxi Btu/h 76000 104000 23,8 31,5 Heat flow maxi Btu/h 81250 107500 Efficiency (in B 60/80 °C...
  • Page 8: Diameters Of Pipe Connections

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Model FCX 22 C FCX 30 C Useful capacity (for static height of 5m (197 inch)) litre gallon Power consumption (Continuous working with heating circulating pump at maximum speed) 0.32 0.32 Power consumption with heating circulating pump Speed 1 W/HP 45/0.06...
  • Page 9: Dimensions

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3 - DIMENSIONS Fig. 1 2.20 3.46 8.26 5.55 2.20 23.7 27.5 7.98 4.37 Front view Side view Rear view Note: - Be sure to leave a sufficient gap behind the boiler for access to the combustion product evacuation trap.
  • Page 10: Designation Of Components

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 4 - DESIGNATION OF COMPONENTS Fig. 2 Front view Rear view  1) Control panel 22) Expansion vessel [8 L (2.1 gal) = FCX 22 / 12 L (3.2 gal) = FCX 30] 2) 1 circuit heating flow 23) Manual mixing valve 3) 1 circuit heating return...
  • Page 11: Circulating Pump Characteristics

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 5 - CIRCULATING PUMP CHARACTERISTICS The circulating pump is equipped with a 3-speed The heating pump’s power consumption can be si- motor with a 85 W (0.11 HP) maximum power input. gnificantly optimised by adapting its speed to the re- quirements of the installation and by using the control devices that are offered as options Fig.
  • Page 12: Operation

    IV - OPERATION 1 - DESCRIPTION The FCX boiler is a sealed exhaust circuit conden- Two independent heating circuits can be connected sation boiler. to the appliance: - the 1 circuit (radiators): passes through a three Air is sucked in by the burner’s fan from outside the way mixing valve incorporated into the boiler.
  • Page 13: Installation

    V - INSTALLATION 1 - GENERAL DANGER: Risk of fatal injury from toxic In Canada, the requirements of CSA/CGAB139 Ins- flue gases! tallation Code apply. Never connect more than one boiler to a flue system – regardless of whether 1.1 - Notes on installation and operation the flue is vertical or horizontal.
  • Page 14: Opening The Unit

    INSTALLATION 3 - OPENING THE UNIT To open Model FCX to access for installation, and/ Fig. 6 or service, follow these steps : - Remove the control panel escutcheon molding (6) by grasping it on both sides and pulling it ou- tward towards you and up.
  • Page 15: Combustion Product Flueing

    INSTALLATION 5 - COMBUSTION PRODUCT FLUEING The installer or client must ensure that 5.1 - Boiler placement according to the the flue system chosen complies with combustion products outlet system local installation regulations. and to the hydraulic connection For the installation of the combustion product evacuation system, accesso- When the boiler must be placed as close as possible ries or an authorized combustion prod-...
  • Page 16: Evacuation By Chimney Flue

    INSTALLATION Evacuation by chimney flue 5.2 - An existing chimney flue can be used 5.2.1.1 - Installation example (B provided that it is cleaned before the lin- ing is fitted. Fig. 8 5.2.1 - Standard natural draft configuration (flue operating at negative pressure) Definition: Lining of an existing chimney flue by a sealed STAINLESS STEEL corrugated flue of Ø...
  • Page 17 T-bracket with horizontal connection 1 m (3.28 ft) at conduit Models diameter Conduit 110 (4.33 inch) FCX 22 C 20 m (66 inch) FCX 30 C 15 m (49 inch) Note: - Calculation of the diameters for the conduits to be made according to the local instructions regula- tions.
  • Page 18 INSTALLATION 5.2.3 - Sealed configuration by chimney flue Definition: Lining of an existing chimney flue, 5.2.3.1 - Installation example sealed with respect to the installation room by a PP corrugated flue of Ø 80 (3.15 inch) or  110 Fig. 10 (4.33 inch) (in this case the air inlet is obtained by the chimney flue around the combustion product outlet) - (no ventilation constraints for the boiler).
  • Page 19: Balanced Flue Outlet

    INSTALLATION 5.3 - Balanced flue outlet 5.3.1 - Installation regulations for balanced flues - Comply with the National and Local Standards Fig. 11 Dormer Dormer Casement Air intake Verge Penetration on a gable end Penetration on a blind with casement gable end Casement Terminal installation rules for sealed fuel boilers...
  • Page 20 INSTALLATION Drainage by balanced flue offers the advantage of 5.3.2.1 - Installation examples making the boiler airtight in relation to the ventilation 5.3.2.1.1 - Straight balanced flue conditions in the premises on which it is installed. Drainage is possible through the wall next to the boi- Fig.
  • Page 21 - 1 angled horizontal balanced flue kit - l = 3 m FCX-19-0 (9.8 ft), GEMINOX recommendations Note : It is advised to use 45° elbows rather - Use either the 45° bend or the 1 m (3.28 ft) exten- than 90°...
  • Page 22 INSTALLATION 5.3.3.1 - Examples of installations with a 45° 5.3.3.1.2 - Straight configuration bend and a 90° bend at the boiler out- Refer to section 5.1 - page 15 - chapter V - Fig. 17 INSTALLATION for other outlet configurations 5.3.3.1.1 - Straight configuration Refer to section 5.1 - page 15 - chapter V - Fig.
  • Page 23 INSTALLATION 5.3.3.2 - Examples of installation with a boiler 5.3.3.2.2 - Configuration with elbows outlet extension Fig. 19 5.3.3.2.1 - Straight configuration Fig. 18 Accessories: - 1 90° concentric elbow Ø 80/125  (3.15/4.92 inch), Accessories: - 3 concentric extensions Ø 80/125  - 1 90°...
  • Page 24: Condensate Drainage

    INSTALLATION 6 - CONDENSATE DRAINAGE When connecting the condensate drain to the waste DANGER: Risk to life from flue gas poi- water drain, it is essential: soning! - to follow all applicable codes and regulations co- A dry siphon or leaky condensate vering the disposal of condensate originating connections can release flue gases into from combustion appliances.
  • Page 25: Assembly Of Accessories Delivered With The Boiler

    INSTALLATION 7 - ASSEMBLY OF ACCESSORIES DELIVERED WITH THE BOILER Fig. 21 7.2 - 1" - Ø 22 bends + seal - Fit the 4 bends (C) and the related seals (D) on the boiler outlet/return tubes. Fig. 22 7.1 - Bleed + bend - Install the bend (A) on the weld for bleed connec- tion - 3/4"...
  • Page 26: Accessories To Connect, Install Or Adjust

    INSTALLATION - Expansion vessel: 8.2 - Accessories to connect, install or If the installation capacity is over 62 litres (16 gal), adjust an extra expansion vessel to the boiler expansion vessel will be added. Fig. 23 The correct operation of the boiler requires an installation pressure of at least 1 bar.
  • Page 27: Various Typical Water Circuits Are Illustrated Below

    INSTALLATION 8.3 - Various typical water circuits are illustrated below 8.3.1 - Connection to a single heating circuit Fig. 24 Boiler Pressure gauge C1 = Radiator circuit VM1 1 circuit mixer valve Dc1 1 circuit heating outlet Rc1 1 circuit heating return FCX-33-U 8.3.2 - Connection to a heating circuit with a domestic hot water production system Fig.
  • Page 28: Oil Connection

    INSTALLATION 8.3.4 - Connection to a double heating circuit with a domestic hot water production system Fig. 27 Boiler Pressure gauge C1 = Radiator circuit VM1 1 circuit mixer valve Dc1 1 circuit heating output Rc1 1 circuit heating return C2 = Underfloor heating circuit circuit heating circulator VM2 2...
  • Page 29 INSTALLATION Electrical power and control connections are made unit. Mount a Listed 2 x 4 inch, "HandiBox" type to pigtail leads that exit through holes (2 et 4, fig. 28) junction box (1, fig. 28) vertically over the hole (31.1) in the right rear of the unit (facing the front of the in such manner that the hole (31.2) is open.
  • Page 30: Wiring And Connection Diagram

    INSTALLATION 10.1 - Wiring and connection diagram Fig. 29 LEGEND : 120 V / 60 Hz / + earth White Blue Gy : Grey Br : Brown Bk : Black Orange Dk. G : Dark green Lt. G : Light green LEGEND : Phase V1: On light...
  • Page 31: Commissioning

    VI - COMMISSIONING 1 - FILLING THE SYSTEM WITH WATER WARNING: Health risk from contamina- • Close the filling valves again, ted domestic water! • Check that it is watertight, Always observe the regulations and • Drain the entire installation, including the ra- standards applicable in your jurisdic- diators.
  • Page 32: Commissioning

    COMMISSIONING 5 - COMMISSIONING Fig. 30 1) ON/OFF Switch 5) Water overheating safety thermostat: 2) Summer/Winter Switch Burner cut-out pump control outside (or inside if integrated acces- 6) Combustion product overheating safety ther- sories kit) the boiler mostat 3) Boiler temperature control thermostat: Boiler shutdown Boiler temperature adjusted between 50 °C (122°F) 7) Burner safety device light...
  • Page 33: Commissioning Procedure - With Regulator

    COMMISSIONING - For commissioning with the winter setting: - For commissioning with the summer setting: • Press the Summer/Winter switch (2) - Winter • For the FCX models: position - heating pump started up. . Stop the boiler using the Stop/Start switch •...
  • Page 34: Commissioning The Oil Burner

    (15) pro- ducts (under 230°F - 110 °C). vided for this purpose after the cap is removed. This opening must be closed Models FCX 22 C FCX 30 C again after checking. oil burner RIELLO RDB 2.2 (T1)
  • Page 35: Maintenance

    (P) towards the front of - clean the walls of the boiler shell (13), the boiler, • to position the cast-iron plate arrow marker (C) opposite the centering screw (P). FCX 22 C Fig. 36 FCX 30 C - 35 -...
  • Page 36: Cleaning The Condensor

    MAINTENANCE 2 - CLEANING THE CONDENSOR - Unclip the top of the boiler casing by pulling it - Final result: upwards (section 3 - page 14 - chapter V - INS- Fig. 40 TALLATION), - Remove the condenser insulation (S, fig. 41), - Unscrew the fixing screw (F) from the condenser cover (G), - Remove the swirlers (N) of the tubes (H) of the...
  • Page 37: Burner Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE 3 - BURNER MAINTENANCE Turn-off and disconnect the boiler Annual burner maintenance is sufficient if it is pro- perly adjusted. - cleaning: See boiler instructions, - check that the spray nozzles are in good condi- tion (s. section 5.3 - page 34 - chapter VI - COM- MISSIONING, ).
  • Page 38: Oil Filter

    MAINTENANCE 7 - OIL FILTER Annually clean the fuel filter or if it becomes da- - Close the fuel inlet tap, maged (e.g. when filling the tank). - unscrew the bowl 8 - CHANGING A THERMOSTAT OR A THERMOMETER Fig. 42 - unscrew the 2 fixing screws (K) from the protec- 8.1 - Bulbs positioned in the boiler shell tion plate (9),...
  • Page 39: Draining

    MAINTENANCE 8.5.1 - Bulb on the heating output tube - unscrew the 4 fixing screws (L, fig. 42) from the control panel (1, fig. 42), - extract the bulb positioned in the pocket (28, fig. 42) on the heating output tube, - remove the control panel (1, fig.
  • Page 40: Operating Faults

    VIII - OPERATING FAULTS 1 - BURNER SHUTDOWN The burner shuts down (RED LED (7) on) : Fig. 46 - There is not enough fuel (valve closed or oil filter clogged) - The burner is clogged, - the spray nozzle is faulty, - The flame monitoring cell is clogged or faulty.
  • Page 41: Parts List

    IX - PARTS LIST FCX 22/30 C CFC0U003-030-01 - 41 -...
  • Page 42 PARTS LIST Reference Rep. Description Y72.26518 FRONT PANEL EQUIPED V72.26643 FRONT PANEL INSULATION Y72.26664 RIGHT HAND SIDE PANEL EQUIPED V72.26624 INSULATION RIGHT HAND SIDE Y72.26512 FOLDED NECK V72.38386 BOILER SHELL INSULATION V72.26679 PAINTED CONNECTING FLANGE Y72.26677 PAINTED BACK PANEL V72.35234 SWIRLERS (FOR FCX22 ONLY) V72.08531 PUT FOR COMBUSTION CHAMBER...
  • Page 43 PARTS LIST Reference Rep. Description V72.28389 BOILER SHELL COVER EQUIPPED FOR FCX V72.28409 VALVE STOP V72.38350 POT FOR COMBUSTION CHAMBER LOW (FOR FCX 30 ONLY) U72.30772 FLANGE E20.01008 SALMSON SEALING 1 1/2 DIA 44 X 32 X 3 L30.15074 CIRCULATING PUMP GRUNDFOSS 115 UPS15.42 F-9H K10.13600 BEND 90°...
  • Page 44 LUCKY DISTRIBUTING, Inc 8111 N.E. COLUMBIA Blvd OR 97218 - 4035 PORTLAND...

This manual is also suitable for:

Fcx 30 c

Table of Contents