Introduction - Saunier Duval OPALIS 6 Manual

INTRODUCTION

These instructions describe how to install and
use Saunier Duval appliances. It is important to
pay attention to the warnings on the packag-
ing and the casing of the appliances, and
follow the information given in this document.
The water heaters are gas-fired appliances pro-
viding instant hot water.
This appliance is of an atmospheric type, i.e. the
air in the premises in which the water heater is in-
stalled, is used for the burner combustion. It is there-
fore important for the installation to be carried out
in compliance with the current Standards, espe-
cially in terms of the ventilation of the premises.
In situations where the appliance may be used
continuously for more than five minutes at a time,
the appliance must be flued in accordance with
the latest issue of BS 5440 Part 1.
The OPALIS 6 models have a permanent pilot
and a fixed output of 9,65 kW.
The OPALIS 5 models have a permanent pilot
and a fixed output of 8,70 kW. They may only be
run for short periods.
The OPALIS 6 models are fitted with a flue safety
device that shuts off the appliance in the event of
a problem with the flue system. It is essential, for
correct operation of this device, that the
appliance is correctly flued in accordance with
the latest issue of BS 5440 Part 1.
The OPALIS 5 models are fitted with an
atmospheric control pilot and a safety
mechanism to prevent operation in the event of a
fault or blockage.
These appliances are available in the following
versions :
- normal pressure without taps,
- normal pressure with taps.
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