10 Maintenance
10 Maintenance
10.1
General
10.2
Standard inspection and maintenance operations
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The boiler does not require a lot of maintenance. Nevertheless, the boil
er must be inspected and maintained periodically.
Sweep the chimney at least once a year or more often, depending on
the country's applicable regulations. Always check the combustion when
the chimney is swept.
Perform the standard checking and maintenance procedures once a
year.
Perform the specific maintenance procedures if necessary.
Caution
Maintenance operations must be completed by a qualified in
staller.
Replace defective or worn parts with original spare parts.
An annual inspection is mandatory.
Important
Adjust the frequency of inspection and service to the conditions of
use. This applies especially to boilers in constant use (for specific
processes).
10.2.1
Checking the water pressure
1. Check the water pressure.
Important
The water pressure is shown on the display of the control panel.
The water pressure must be at least 0.8 bar
2. If the water pressure is lower than 0.8 bar, top up the central heating
system.
10.2.2
Checking the water quality
1. Fill a clean bottle with some water from the system/boiler from the
filling and drain cock.
2. Check the quality of this water sample or have it checked.
See
More information is available in our Water quality instructions. This
manual forms part of the set of documents supplied with the boil
er. Always adhere to the instructions in the aforementioned docu
ment.
10.2.3
Checking the ionisation current
1. Check the ionisation current at full load and at low load.
The value is stable after 1 minute.
2. Clean or replace the ionisation/ignition electrode if the value is lower
than 4 µA.
10.2.4
Check the flue gas outlet/air supply connections
1. Check the flue gas outlet and air supply connections for condition
and tightness.
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