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Pellet boiler P4 Pellet Translation of the original German operating instructions for the operator Read and follow the instructions and safety information! Technical changes, typographical errors and omissions reserved! B0870417_en | Edition 12/09/2017 Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Switching off the boiler 3.3.5 Switching off the power supply Boiler Servicing General information on servicing Inspection and cleaning 4.2.1 Inspection Checking the system pressure Checking the safety valve 4.2.2 Cleaning Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
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Emptying the ash drawers (for P4 Pellet 15/20/25) Emptying the ash container (for P4 Pellet 32-105) Check the grate and combustion chamber Check the downpipe for dirt (P4 Pellet 45 and up) 4.2.3 Annual check Cleaning the flue gas collection chamber and the heat exchanger...
General 1 General Thank you for choosing a quality product from Froling. The product features a state-of- the-art design and conforms to all currently applicable standards and testing guidelines. Please read and observe the documentation provided and always keep it close to the system for reference.
General P4 Pellet product overview 1.1 P4 Pellet product overview P4 Pellet with integrated pellet cyclone container Control panel of the Lambdatronic P 3200 Touch control Status LED (operating status): - GREEN constant: BOILER SWITCHED ON - GREEN flashing (interval: 5 sec OFF, 1 sec ON): BOILER SWITCHED OFF...
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Ash container - combustion chamber Ash screw and rotary agitator of the automatic heat exchanger cleaner Ash screw and rotary agitator of the combustion chamber ash removal unit Lever of the ash box lock Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
The dangerous situation may occur and if measures are not observed it will lead to minor injuries. NOTICE The dangerous situation may occur and if measures are not observed it will lead to damage to property or pollution. Operating Instructions P4 Pellet | B0870417_en...
Warning of injury to fingers or hands, gear/chain drive hands, cutting edge Hand injury warning Warning of injury from being pulled into rotating shafts Increased CO concentration Slipping hazard warning warning Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
(such as spontaneous combustion of carbonisation gases or flash fires). Take the following precautions: ❒ Optimum boiler performance can only be guaranteed if the flue gas system is functioning correctly. Operating Instructions P4 Pellet | B0870417_en...
Safety Permitted uses 2.4 Permitted uses The Froling Pellet boiler P4 Pellet is designed solely for heating domestic water. Only the fuels specified in the "Permitted fuels" section must be used. ⇨ See "Permitted fuels" [page 11] The unit should only be operated when it is in full working order. It must be operated in accordance with the instructions, observing safety precautions, and you should ensure you are aware of the potential hazards.
The Froling P4 Pellet 8, P4 Pellet 15, P4 Pellet 20, P4 Pellet 25, P4 Pellet 32, P4 Pellet 38, P4 Pellet 45, P4 Pellet 48, P4 Pellet 60, P4 Pellet 70, P4 Pellet 80 and P4 Pellet 100 have been recommended as suitable for use in smoke control areas when burning fuels as listed under "Permitted fuels".
2.6 Protective equipment for operating staff You must ensure that staff have the protective equipment specified by accident prevention regulations. ▪ For operation, inspection and cleaning: - suitable work wear - protective gloves - sturdy shoes Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Do not use any solvents or cleaning agents containing chlorine and hydrogen halides in the room where the boiler is installed (e.g. chlorination units for swimming pools). ▪ Keep the air suction opening of the boiler free of dust. Operating Instructions P4 Pellet | B0870417_en...
▪ Complies with the applicable standards ▪ Less of a drop in output due to reduced limescale build-up ▪ Less corrosion due to fewer aggressive substances ▪ Long-term cost savings thanks to improved energy efficiency Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
If the pressure drops below a preset value, the pump draws water from the receiving tank and feeds it back into the heating system. Pump-controlled pressure maintenance systems with Operating Instructions P4 Pellet | B0870417_en...
For the correct dimensions of the storage tank and the line insulation (in accordance with ÖNORM M 7510 or guideline UZ37) please consult your installer or Froling. ⇨ See "Addresses" [page 39] 2.7.6 Chimney connection/chimney system...
(protection against overheating/excess pressure) SAFETY VALVE When the boiler pressure reaches a maximum of 3 bar, the safety valve opens and the heated water is blown off in the form of steam. Operating Instructions P4 Pellet | B0870417_en...
/ flash fires) which can lead to serious accidents! Take the following precautions: ❒ Only use fuels specified in the "Permitted fuels" section of these operating instructions. Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
❒ Switch boiler off by tapping “Boiler OFF” ❒ Open all mixing valve taps, switch on all pumps. ➥ The Froling heating circuit control performs this function in automatic operation. ❒ Leave the boiler room and close the door ❒ Open any available radiator thermostat valves If the temperature does not drop: ❒...
In case of fire in the system: Risk of death by fire and poisonous gases Emergency procedure in case of fire: ❒ Leave the boiler room ❒ Close the doors ❒ Inform the fire department Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Take the following precautions: ❒ Initial startup should be carried out with an authorised installer or with Froling customer services The individual steps for initial start-up are explained in the operating instructions for...
Adequately ventilate the store before entering. Keep the door open and always have a second person present. Observe the CO concentration limit (< 30ppm). Slick surfaces in the fuel store present a slipping hazard! Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
❒ Switch boiler off by tapping “Boiler OFF” ➥ The boiler follows the shutdown program and switches to "Boiler off" status ➥ The combustion unit is switched off, the chamber discharge unit and the entire hydraulic system remain active Operating Instructions P4 Pellet | B0870417_en...
❒ Turn off the main switch ➥ Boiler controller is switched off ➥ There is no power supply to any of the boiler components NOTICE! Frost protection function is no longer active! Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
❒ Allow boiler to cool for at least 1 hour ❒ After maintenance has been carried out switch the boiler on in the desired mode. ➥ In service mode the boiler does not start automatically. Operating Instructions P4 Pellet | B0870417_en...
Checking the safety valve ❒ Check the seal of the safety valve regularly and ensure that the valve is not dirty NOTICE! Inspection work must be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Inspection and cleaning 4.2.2 Cleaning The ash drawers (P4 Pellet 15-25) or ash container (P4 Pellet 32-105) must be emptied at intervals according to energy requirements and pellet quality. The grate and combustion chamber should also be checked at these intervals for dirt.
Boiler Servicing Inspection and cleaning Emptying the ash container (for P4 Pellet 32-105) ❒ Open the insulated door and push the locking lever up ❒ Pull out the ash container and put the cover plate provided onto the flange of the ash container ❒...
❒ If there is a lot of dirt, clean the combustion chamber ⇨ See "Cleaning the flue gas collection chamber and the heat exchanger" [page Check the downpipe for dirt (P4 Pellet 45 and up) ❒ Check the downpipe (1) between the burner gate valve and combustion grate for dirt ❒...
❒ Remove any soot which has accumulated ➥ Recommendation: use an ash vacuum ❒ Remove the internal heat exchanger cover ❒ Clean the flue pipes and the combustion chamber underneath with a cleaning brush Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
❒ Unplug the connection cable of the induced draught fan ❒ Remove the induced draught fan from the back of the boiler ➥ Take care not to damage the seal ❒ Check running wheel for damage Operating Instructions P4 Pellet | B0870417_en...
3. Wipe the flue gas temperature sensor with a clean cloth 4. Push in the flue gas temperature sensor until about 20 mm of the sensor remains protruding from the bushing and secure with fixing screw Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
❒ Remove lower back panel ➥ Number of screws varies depending on boiler size ❒ Remove protective plate ❒ Remove the flow sensor ❒ Carefully clean both sensors of the flow sensor with a fine brush Operating Instructions P4 Pellet | B0870417_en...
❒ Activate “Chimney-sweep mode” in the quick menu ➥ The flue gas temperature and residual oxygen content should have stabilised approximately 20 minutes after activation ➥ The display will indicate that the boiler is ready for measurement Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Heating Plant Regulations (Feuerungsanlagen-Verordnung). 4.5 Replacement parts With Froling original replacement parts in your boiler, you are using parts that match perfectly. As the parts fit together so well, installation times are shortened and a long service life is maintained.
❒ Ensure that they are disposed of in an environmentally friendly way in accordance with waste management regulations in the country (e.g. AWG in Austria) ❒ You can separate and clean recyclable materials and send them to a recycling centre. Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
95 - 100°C. The pumps continue to run. Once the temperature falls below approx. 75°C, the STL can be reset mechanically: ❒ Unscrew the cap on the STB (high-limit thermostat) ❒ Unlock the STL by pressing with a screwdriver Operating Instructions P4 Pellet | B0870417_en...
Trace and remove the fault and then: ❒ Tap the “Cancel” symbol ➥ Status LED constant or flashing green light (depending on operating status) - Green constant: Boiler switched on - Green flashing: Boiler switched off Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
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