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THERMO 2000 ECO ULTRA 4.5 Installation Use And Care Manual

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ECO ULTRA
Electric thermal mass boiler
Power capacity : 4.5 kW to 29 kW :
120V- 208/240V (single phase)
INSTALLATION, USE AND CARE MANUAL
Your ECO ULTRA electric boiler has been carefully assembled and factory tested to provide
years of trouble-free service. This manual contains instructions for the safe and proper
installation, operation and maintenance of the boiler, in order to ensure your full satisfaction.
It is imperative that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this boiler read
the instructions carefully.
Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this water heater
should be directed to the dealer or distributor you purchased it from. When all installation
steps have been completed, replace this installation manual in its original envelope, and keep
in a safe place near the heater for future reference.
THERMO 2000 INC.
Printed in Canada
Revision : June 2017

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  • Page 1 When all installation steps have been completed, replace this installation manual in its original envelope, and keep in a safe place near the heater for future reference. THERMO 2000 INC. Revision : June 2017 Printed in Canada...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Section 1 : TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................3 1.1POWER AND DIMENSIONS ..............................3 1.2 BUFFER TANK ..................................4 1.3 STORAGE TANK ..................................4 1.4 HYDRAULIC SEPARATOR ............................... 4 1.5 BACK UP BOILER ..................................4 1.5.1 Autonomous electrical mode ............................. 4 1.5.2 Automatic transfer mode ..............................

  • Page 3: Section 1 : Technical Specifications

    Section 1 : TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1.1 POWER AND DIMENSIONS Table 1: Boiler specifications 208V/240V/1ph. Suggested Power electrical Suggested Model Heating Amperage (kW) cable Breaker/Fuse ECO ULTRA Elements at 240V at 240V 208 V 240V 208 V 240V 1 x 4,5 kW 16.3 18.9 1 x 4.5 kW +...

  • Page 4: Buffer Tank

    In addition, for this mode, it is recommended to 1.2 BUFFER TANK adjust the setpoint of the renewable energy The ECO ULTRA boiler optimizes runtimes and source to a value greater than 10°F to 20°F than limits on/off cycling of the energy source(s). the ECO ULTRA to reduce the start-up of the When the minimum system load is lower than the energy source’s minimum capacity, the system...

  • Page 5: Section 2 : Introduction

    General Safety Precautions Be sure to read and understand the entire Manual before attempting to install or operate this unit. Pay particular attention to the following General Safety Precautions. Failure to follow these warnings could cause property damage, bodily injury or death. Should you have any problems understanding the instructions in this manual, STOP, and get help from a qualified installer or technician.

  • Page 6: Section 3 : Installation

    Section 3 : INSTALLATION WARNING The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover All models can be installed on combustible floors and in alcoves. any damage or defect caused by installation attachment special 3.3 CLEARANCES attachment other than those authorized by the manufacturer into, onto, or in conjunction The minimal clearances required for proper with the water heater.

  • Page 7: Piping Installation

    3.4 PIPING INSTALLATION Make sure that the installation complies with one of the configuration shown below and that the water circulation is done in the right way. Figure 1: Possible installation configurations 3.5 BOILER COMPONENTS Figures 2 and 3 show various components of the autonomous electrical mode.
  • Page 8 UltraSmart controller Heating supply Model 50: 1” NPTM Model 70: 1 ¼“ NPTM Electrical components mounting panel Heating elements Heating return Model 50: 1” NPTM Model 70: 1 ¼“ NPTM Adjustable feet Drain valve Figure 3: Components identification and location (left side view) ECO ULTRA Electric Boiler Installation, Use and Care Manual , Page (Revision June 2017)
  • Page 9 ECO ULTRA INSTALLED WITH WOOD BOILER AUTONOMOUS ELECTRICAL MODE Legend Outdoor sensor Automatic air vent Expansion tank Circulating pump Air seperaor Room thermostat Pressure regulator Pressure and temperature Pressure relief valve indicator Thermostatic mixing valve Union Drain valve Service valve Back flow preventor 120 V Wood boiler...
  • Page 10 ECO ULTRA INSTALLED WITH AIR-TO-WATER HEAT PUMP AUTONOMOUS ELECTRICALMODE Legend Outdoor sensor Automatic air vent Expansion tank Circulating pump Air seperaor Room thermostat Pressure regulator Pressure and temperature Pressure relief valve indicator Thermostatic mixing Drain valve Union valve Service valve Back flow preventor Air-to-water heat pump ECO ULTRA...
  • Page 11 ECO ULTRA INSTALLED WITH AIR-TO-WATER HEAT PUMP AUTOMATIC TRANSFER MODE Legend Outdoor sensor Éliminateur d’air automatique Expansion tank Circulating pump Room thermostat Air seperaor Pressure and temperature Pressure regulator Pressure relief valve indicator Thermostatic mixing Drain valve Union valve Service valve Back flow preventor Diverter valve ECO ULTRA...

  • Page 12: System Setup

    3.6 SYSTEM SETUP pressure is affected by the type of heating system and the size of the expansion tank installed. Figures 2 to 8 indentify and show location of the The expansion tank is used to absorb the different components. They also provide typical increase of water volume from the boiler and the heating system installation.

  • Page 13: Heating Pump

    3.6.7 Heating pump 3.7.3 Outdoor temperature sensor A circulating pump (not included) is required for If you want the boiler target temperature to the heating system to deliver heating fluid to the modulate according to the outdoor temperature different heating zones. Sizing of the pump is (when the outdoor temp.

  • Page 14: Automatic Transfer Mode Wiring

    DO NOT apply external current to these switch at the back of the controller having two positions “ELECT” and “Bi-Energ”. terminals. Position the switch at “Bi-Energ” (see fig.9)  3.7.4.2 Zone valve zoning Install a 2 wire 18ga cable between the Connect the low-voltage thermostat to the zone contact (NC contact to allow the operation in valve motor.
  • Page 15 External signal Figure 10: Wiring diagram with auxiliary energy source It is also possible to allow the renewable energy main renewable energy source is not sufficient to source to be operated according to its own the request, (closed contact between E1 & E2) controls at all times (do not use the ECO ULTRA the heating elements will be activated according contact of the "AUX"...

  • Page 16: Wiring Diagrams

    3.8 WIRING DIAGRAMS ECO ULTRA Electric Boiler Installation, Use and Care Manual , Page (Revision June 2017)
  • Page 17 ECO ULTRA Electric Boiler Installation, Use and Care Manual , Page (Revision June 2017)

  • Page 18: Section 4 : Adjustment Of The Controller

    Section 4 : ADJUSTMENT OF THE CONTROLLER 4.1 INTRODUCTION 4.2 DISPLAYED INFORMATION The ECO ULTRA boiler is mainly designed to be The electronic control uses an LCD display to installed on closed circuit applications where the make all adjustments and to visualize the water of the heating system flows directly from operation of the system.

  • Page 19: Operation Of The Interface

    4.3 OPERATION OF THE INTERFACE The controller uses four push buttons at the bottom of the display to select and adjust the parameters. The button is used to access the configuration menu and confirm a selection. buttons are used to select an item or adjust a value.

  • Page 20: Purge Delay Of The Pump

    The following tables show the values of the target 4.6 PURGE DELAY OF THE PUMP temperature that will be obtained in relation to the The controller offers the possibility to outdoor temperature. stop the operation of the pump after an adjustable delay PLINTHES CHAUFFANTES À...
  • Page 21 This being done, the installer will have to access the configuration menu by pressing the button for 2 sec. until the first menu appears. The selection of the item or value is made by pressing the button and by pressing the button to get to the next menu.

  • Page 22: Adjustments Of The Target Temperature By The User

    Select the purge period that the pump will be running once the heat demand is completed. 15 sec. to 60min. 30sec Select OFF if the heat system is equipped with electric zone valves. Select the outdoor temperature at which no heating of the building is required or the outdoor temperature at which you allow the electrical 0°F à...

  • Page 23: Operation In Automatic Transfer Mode

    the second heating stage will be received. The target Upon reception of a heat demand on terminals R W of temperature will immediately start increasing. the ECO ULTRA boiler, terminals P &P will be HAUSSE AUTOMATIQUE DU POINT DE CONSIGNE energized at 120volts and the pump will be activated.

  • Page 24: Section 5 : Start Up Operation

    Section 5 : START UP OPERATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before operating this boiler, be sure to read and follow these instructions, as well as the warnings printed in this manual. Failure to do so can result in unsafe operation of the boiler resulting in property damage, bodily injury, or death.

  • Page 25: Section 6 : Maintenance

    Section 6 : MAINTENANCE 6.1 INTRODUCTION valve for low temperature heating system, room thermostat(s) and other heating Regular water heater maintenance will ensure system components for proper operation. trouble-free service for many years. It is  Check for proper operation of the recommended that you set up and follow a automatic air vent, located on top of the maintenance program.

  • Page 26: Section 7 : Trouble Shooting

    Section 7 : TROUBLE SHOOTING 7.1 TROUBLE SHOOTING TABLE PROBLEM CAUSES SOLUTION in “TARGET -There is no heating demand -Generate a heat demand The display shows TEMP” when the outdoor sensor -Temporarily increase the value of this is used and the icon setting on the controller configuration.
  • Page 27 -Some heating elements are -Replace defective elements defective -If a higher boiler water temperature is -The total capacity of the boiler is required to satisfy the heat demands of expelled heating the thermostats, a boiler having a distribution system this larger capacity is required.

  • Page 28: Spare Parts

    7.2 SPARE PARTS UltraSmart controller ZEL100-ULTRA Hi-Limit automatic reset switch ZEL200-L6C732 2 poles contactor 24Vac ZEL100-2PC5024 Power Relay 24Vac ZEL100-24ACNO30 Transformer 208/240V x 24Vac ZEL400- 20842440 (40VA) Fuse ZEL250-TDMIDJ5 Figure 14: Electrical panel - ECO ULTRA 4,5 kW UltraSmart controller ZEL100-ULTRA Hi-Limit automatic reset switch...
  • Page 29 UltraSmart controller ZEL100-ULTRA Hi-Limit automatic reset switch ZEL200-L6C732 4 poles contactor Power Relay 24Vac 24Vac ZEL100-24ACNO30 ZEL100-4P50A24 Transformer 208/240V x Fuse 24Vac ZEL250-TDMIDJ5 ZEL400- 20842440 (40VA) Figure 16: Electrical panel - ECO ULTRA 12 kW UltraSmart controller ZEL100-ULTRA Hi-Limit automatic reset switch ZEL200-L6C732 4 poles contactor...
  • Page 30 UltraSmart controller ZEL100-ULTRA Hi-Limit automatic reset switch ZEL200-L6C732 3 poles contactor 24Vac ZEL100-3P50A24 Power Relay 24Vac ZEL100-24ACNO30 Transformer 208/240V x 24Vac Fuse ZEL400- 20842440 (40VA) ZEL250-TDMIDJ5 Figure 18: Electrical panel - ECO ULTRA 27 & 29 kW ECO ULTRA Electric Boiler Installation, Use and Care Manual , Page (Revision June 2017)

  • Page 31: Section 8 : Option Dhw Heat Exchanger

    Section 8 : OPTION DHW HEAT EXCHANGER General Safety Precautions Be sure to read and understand the entire Use & Care Manual before attempting to install or operate this water heater. Pay particular attention to the following General Safety Precautions. Failure to follow these warnings could cause property damage, bodily injury or death.
  • Page 32 Introduction WARNING National Electric Code. In any case where instructions in this manual differ from local or The important safeguards and instructions national codes, the local or national codes take appearing in this manual are not meant to precedence. cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
  • Page 33 Installation WARNING Insulate all pipes containing hot water, especially The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover in unheated areas. any damage or defect caused by installation Cap or plug unused connections. If the water attachment special heater is replacing a tankless coil in the boiler, do attachment other than those authorized by the not cap tube outlets in the tankless coil after manufacturer into, onto, or in conjunction...
  • Page 34 ECO ULTRA (HEAT EXCHANGER OPTION) INSTALLED WITH WOOD BOILER AUTOMATIC TRANSFER MODE Legend Outdoor sensor Automatic air vent Circulating pump Expansion tank Air separator Room thermostat Pressure and temperature Pressure regulator Pressure relief valve indicator Thermostatic mixing Drain valve Union valve Service valve Back flow preventor...
  • Page 35 DOMESTIC HOT WATER TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE An automatic temperature & pressure relief valve with a temperature probe of sufficient length must be installed at the time of the installation. No valve of any type should be placed between the T&P relief valve and the water heater.
  • Page 36 Operation SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The maximum setting for the boiler water supply Before operating this water heater, be sure to to the heater coil is 210°F. The boiler supply read and follow these instructions, as well as temperature should be from 20°F up to 40°F the warnings printed in this manual.
  • Page 37 OPERATING THE WATER HEATER WITH A THERMOSTATIC MIXING VALVE thermostatic mixing valve provides automatic operation through the use of a thermostatic element inside the valve. element will control the mixing of the hot and cold water supply streams to provide a safe blend to connected fixtures.
  • Page 38 Maintenance Properly maintained, your water heater will chemical lime dissolving cleaners are preferred, provide years dependable, trouble-free carefully follow the instructions supplied with the service. It is recommended that a regular routine cleaner. DO NOT use a muriatic or hydrochloric maintenance program established...
  • Page 39 TROUBLESHOOTING SYSTEM PROBLEMS SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION Insufficient System incapable of prioritizing boiler Install a pump or a valve-zoning panel with the domestic hot water water for domestic water use. domestic hot water priority feature. When (boiler supplies demand occurs for domestic hot water, the space heating and zoning panel turns off the space heating system hot water needs).

  • Page 40: Eco Ultra Limited Warranty

    Installation where the acidity of water is not within the normal representative, Thermo 2000 inc. will repair or replace at our sole option the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) (between pH 6.5 –...

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