VIESMANN Operating instructions for system users Heating systems with Vitotronic 100 control unit for constant temperature operation VITODENS Please keep safe 5592 453 GB 3/2004...
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Safety instructions For your safety Please follow these safety instructions closely to prevent accidents and material losses. Safety instructions explained If you notice a smell of gas Danger Danger This symbol warns against the Escaping gas can lead to risk of injury. explosions which may lead to serious injury.
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Safety instructions For your safety (cont.) If you notice fire Fuels Danger Important information Fire causes a risk of burns and Using incorrect fuel can explosion. damage the heating system. & Shut down the heating sys- Use only the following types of tem.
Index Index Introduction Initial start-up ..................... Your heating system is pre-set at the factory ..........Where to find the controls Summary of controls and indicators ............& Opening the control unit ................& Functions ....................& Symbols in the display ................Start-up and shutdown Heating system start-up ................
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Index Index (cont.) Inspection and maintenance ............... 26 Energy saving tips ..................28 Keyword index ..................29...
Introduction Initial start-up The initial start-up and matching of As the user of new combustion equip- the control unit to local conditions and ment, you are obliged to notify the the structural characteristics of the installation to your local flue gas building, must be carried out by your inspector (check local regulations).
Where to find the controls Summary of controls and indicators You can change all settings for your heating system, centrally, at the control unit. You can change the room temperature and time program settings for central heating at the remote control (see separate operating instructions), provided your system is equipped with a remote control unit.
Where to find the controls Summary of controls and indicators (cont.) Functions A Heating programs (page 11) H Boiler water temperature (page B Information (page 19) C Basic settings K Time program, DHW heating/load- D Confirmation/acknowledgement ing (page 17) E Setting values and DHW circulation (if connected F DHW temperature (page 14) to the control unit)
Where to find the controls Summary of controls and indicators (cont.) Further displays and controls A Pressure gauge D Burner fault reset B Fault indicator (red) E ON/OFF switch C ON/OFF indicator (green) Symbols in the display These symbols are not permanently displayed, but appear subject to the system version and the operating state.
Start-up and shutdown Heating system start-up 1. Check the heating system pressure on the pressure gauge A: The sys- tem pressure is too low if the nee- dle indicates below 0.8 bar. In that case, top up with water or contact your local heating contractor.
Start-up and shutdown Heating system shutdown (cont.) Shut down your heating system if you do not intend using it for longer periods (several months). Before you shut down your heating system for short or longer periods, it would be advisable to contact your local heating contractor. Your heating contractor can then take any necessary measures, subject to requirements, e.g.
Start-up and shutdown Starting DHW only Press L. Only DHW: & No central heating. & DHW will be loaded (subject to a DHW cylinder or instantaneous water heater being installed). & Frost protection for the boiler and the DHW cylinder is active. Shutting down a heating circuit and DHW heating/loading Press K.
Adjusting temperatures Room temperature In addition to the boiler control unit, a separate room temperature controller (e. g. Vitotrol 100) must be installed in one of the living rooms, if the heating system is to be regulated in accordance with the required room temperature. Make adjustments using the appropri- Please also note: ate operating instructions.
Adjusting temperatures Setting the DHW temperature 2. a/b for the required tempera- Press the following keys: ture. 1. F for "set DHW temperature"; 3. d the current temperature to confirm; the temperature will flash. no longer flashes and is now saved.
Modifying and scanning time programs General notes You can set time programs for central heating and DHW loading with DHW cir- culation (subject to a DHW cylinder or an instantaneous water heater being installed). The time program comprises four time At the factory, time phase 1 is set for phases, i.e.
Modifying and scanning time programs Central heating 3. a/b until one arrow flashes Press the following keys: below the required day (2 1. A for central heating time equals Tuesday), if you program. want to set alternative time phases for the Note marked day.
Modifying and scanning time programs Central heating (cont.) 2. d 10. For setting the start and end of until the time phase end point time phases 2 to 4, proceed as to be deleted flashes. under points 6 to 9. 3.
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Modifying and scanning time programs DHW heating (cont.) 4. d to confirm; time phase "1" Proceed as per page 17, but without pressing a and b. will then be displayed. Press a if you want to Time phase deletion skip a time phase. Press the following keys: 5.
Scanning options Scanning information Subject to connected components, you can scan current temperatures and operating conditions. 2. a/b for additional scans. Press the following keys: 1. c 3. d for boiler water tempera- to end scanning. ture. Display indication Explanation Notes 20°C Outside tempera-...
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Scanning options Scanning information (cont.) Display indication Explanation Notes ||||| Hours run - solar The hours run can be reset to "0" 000850 h circuit pump on the Vitosolic solar control unit. The hours run displayed are only approximate values. |||||| Solar energy in The solar energy display can be...
Special displays Time and date Date and time are factory-set and may be changed manually. 5. d Press the following keys: for the month. 1. D 6. a/b for the required month. for the time. 2. a/b for the required time. 7.
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Special displays Maintenance display (cont.)
What to do if ..rooms are too cold? Cause Remedy & The heating system is switched OFF. Switch ON the ON/OFF switch "8" The ON/OFF indicator 8 (green) is (see page 8). & OFF. Switch ON mains electrical isolator, if installed (outside the boiler room).
What to do if ..rooms are too hot? Cause Remedy The control unit or the remote control Check the room temperature setting unit is incorrectly adjusted. and correct, if required. Control unit fault: "U" is displayed and Check the type of fault (see page 25) the red fault indicator flashes.
What to do if ..the DHW is too hot? Cause Remedy Control unit incorrectly adjusted. Check and, if required, correct the DHW temperature (see page 14). Sensor fault. Notify your local heating contractor. Scanning fault display If your heating system has developed a fault, it will be displayed and indicated through the flashing red fault indicator (see page 8).
Repairs Cleaning All devices may be cleaned with a commercially available domestic cleaning agent (non-scouring). Inspection and maintenance The inspection and maintenance of your heating system is prescribed by the Energy Savings Order [Germany] and the standards DIN 4755 and DIN 1988-8 (check local regulations).
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Repairs Inspection and maintenance (cont.) Safety valve (DHW cylinder) Check the safety valve function every six months by venting, or have it checked by your heating contractor. There is a risk of the valve seat becoming contaminated (see the valve manufacturer's instructions). DHW filter (if installed) Replace the filter element &...
Energy saving tips Energy saving tips Along with using a modern heating system, you can save additional energy by your own actions. For this, the following measures will help you: & Correct ventilation Briefly open windows A fully, and at the same time close thermostatic radiator valves B.
Keyword index Keyword index Basic settings Indicator ..............Boiler water temperature Indicator (diodes) .
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Keyword index Keyword index (cont.) Time Where to find the controls ..........
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Contact your local heating contractor if you have any questions regarding the maintenance and repair of your heating system. You may, for example, find local heating contractors on the internet under www.viessmann.de. Viessmann Limited Hortonwood 30, Telford, TF1 7YP, GB...
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