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Alpha FS50 Installation And Servicing Instructions

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Installation and Servicing
Alpha FlowSmart FS50
Hot Water System incorporating an Alpha Condensing Combination
Boiler with GasSaver - Flue Gas Heat Recovery Device and floor
Instructions
standing 50L Primary Store.
For Technical help or for Service call ...
ALPHA HELPLINE
Tel: 0344 871 8764
Nepicar House, London Road,
Wrotham Heath, Sevenoaks,
Kent TN15 7RS
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  • Page 1 Installation and Servicing Instructions Alpha FlowSmart FS50 Hot Water System incorporating an Alpha Condensing Combination Boiler with GasSaver - Flue Gas Heat Recovery Device and floor standing 50L Primary Store. For Technical help or for Service call ... ALPHA HELPLINE...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    7.1 Flushing 7.2 Secondary circulation (optional) .3 InTec 40GS2 + Alpha Diverter + Alpha Controls + 1CH zone 7.4 InTec 40GS2 + Alpha Diverter + Alpha Controls + 2CH zone 7.5 InTec 40GS2 + S Plan / S Plan Plus 7.6 E-Tec Combi + Alpha Diverter + Alpha Controls + 1CH zone...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    1.0 INTRODUCTION The Alpha FlowSmart system is a domestic hot water system designed to provide a high level of heating and hot water performance more efficiently. The combination boiler provides high volume and flow of instantaneous hot water using a patented pre- heat system and central heating via a sealed heating system.

  • Page 4: Technical Data

    Before installation, check that the incoming mains water supply is adequate to provide the required flow rate. High outlet flow rates can only be achieved with a good mains supply pressure and flow. In certain high flow demands serving many outlets simultaneously, a boosted supply may be required.
  • Page 5 5.0 FLOWSMART CYLINDER CONNECTIONS + CLEARANCES Minimum clearances for servicing 150mm 10mm Side 100mm Side at drain point position Lift weight empty 24 Kg 80 Kg Weight full Inc. DHW and Primary circuits A Mains water inlet ¾ BSP (Blue collar) B Hot water outlet ¾...

  • Page 6: Flowsmart System Options

    6.0 FLOWSMART SYSTEM OPTIONS The floor standing* FlowSmart system is available in two options: 1.) An Alpha InTec 40GS2 combination boiler with built in GasSaver, and floor mounted 50L thermal store 2.) An Alpha E-Tec combination boiler**, separate GasSaver and floor mounted 50L thermal store.

  • Page 7: Secondary Circulation (Optional)

    7.2 SECONDARY CIRCULATION (OPTIONAL) Note: Additional fittings will be required to connect to the cylinder secondary circulation connections – 3.019591 x 2no. (3/4" BSP to 15mm) The FlowSmart 50 cylinder incorporates a secondary circulation coil in the store (connections E & F) A DHW expansion vessel (not included) of the correct size must be fitted to the secondary circulation system.
  • Page 8 Alpha Intec 40GS2 boiler (3.028276) FlowSmart 50 (6.2003020) floor standing cylinder c/w cylinder connection kit. Boiler top pipework connection kit (3.022913) Alpha E-Tec diverter kit (6.5500048) complete with 3-port valve and cylinder sensor Controls: Alpha Climatic controller (3.022143 Wireless or 3.022144 hard wired) Optional Alpha external weather compensation probe (3.022383)
  • Page 9 FITTING THE BOILER Intec 40GS2 Boiler The boiler and flue must be mounted as described in the instructions supplied with the boiler. When installing a floor standing cylinder to an InTec 40 GS2 boiler, a pipe kit MUST be used to convert the top connections to connect 15mm copper pipe (part number 3.022913).
  • Page 10 9. Thoroughly flush out all water pipework. CONTROL VALVE INSTALLATION Alpha E-Tec Diverter Kit (6.5500048) Install 3 port valve supplied with Alpha E-Tec diverter kit according to instructions provided. Note: When using the optional Alpha E-Tec Diverter Kit, the valve must be...
  • Page 11 Note: An internal clock should not be fitted to the boiler when a FlowSmart system is connected. Alpha InTec 40GS2 boiler with floor standing cylinder + Alpha Diverter + Alpha Controls (1 CH zone) General wiring connections:...
  • Page 12 Connect to boiler terminals 10 & 11 (can be connected either way round) FLOWSMART FUNCTION When using an Alpha InTec 40GS2 boiler with an Alpha E-Tec diverter kit (including cylinder sensor), the boiler will automatically recognize the cylinder sensor connection and activate the cylinder heating function.
  • Page 13 Alpha Intec 40GS2 boiler (3.028276) FlowSmart 50 (6.2003020) floor standing cylinder c/w cylinder connection kit. Boiler top pipework connection kit (3.022913) Alpha E-Tec diverter kit (6.5500048) complete with 3-port valve and cylinder sensor Controls Alpha Climatic controller (3.022144 hard wired only – zone 1) (7.2000050 –...
  • Page 14 Installer To Provide 2no. 2-port zone control valves (motor open, spring return type only) FITTING THE BOILER Intec 40GS2 Boiler The boiler and flue must be mounted as described in the instructions supplied with the boiler. When installing a floor standing cylinder to an InTec 40 GS2 boiler, a pipe kit MUST be used to convert the top connections to connect 15mm copper pipe (part number 3.022913).
  • Page 15 9. Thoroughly flush out all water pipework. CONTROL VALVE INSTALLATION Alpha E-Tec Diverter Kit (6.5500048) Install 3 port valve supplied with Alpha E-Tec diverter kit according to instructions provided. Note: When using the optional Alpha E-Tec Diverter Kit, the valve must be...
  • Page 16 Note: An internal clock should not be fitted to the boiler when a FlowSmart system is connected. Alpha InTec 40GS2 boiler with floor standing cylinder + Alpha Diverter + Alpha Controls (2 CH zones) General wiring connections:...
  • Page 17 57 and 58 of the Relay PCB within boiler (wires can be connected either way round) Alpha RF Easy Stat receiver connection to relay PCB: Relay PCB factory fitted inside Intec 40GS2 Control Panel...
  • Page 18 Connect to boiler terminals 10 & 11 (can be connected either way round) FLOWSMART FUNCTION When using an Alpha InTec 40GS2 boiler with an Alpha E-Tec diverter kit (including cylinder sensor), the boiler will automatically recognize the cylinder sensor connection and activate the cylinder heating function.
  • Page 19 FLOWSMART PRIMARY TEMPERATURE When using the FlowSmart system with the Alpha diverter valve kit the thermal store primary temperature setting can be adjusted by pressing the INFO button on the boiler. Press INFO, “d0” will be displayed, alternating with the cylinder set temperature value.
  • Page 20 7.5 SYSTEM TYPE 3 Alpha InTec GS Plus with floor standing cylinder + S Plan or S Plan Plus* Controls ( *S Plan Plus not shown) TO A FROM B Top Connection S PLAN SHOWN External bypass recommended Note: Weather compensation is NOT possible with this configuration Cylinder connections A from top boiler connection ¾...
  • Page 21 Standard cylinder thermostat 2 channel programmer Room thermostats Note: It is strongly recommended that expert advice is sought from the controls manufacturer when obtaining correct controls for S Plan / S Plan Plus systems FITTING THE BOILER Intec 40GS2 Boiler The boiler and flue must be mounted as described in the instructions supplied with the boiler.
  • Page 22 FIT THE FLOWSMART PRIMARY STORE 1. Locate the primary store as close to the boiler as possible ensuring there are at least the minimum clearances available. The primary flow and return pipe work to the store should be no more than 1.5m in length.
  • Page 23 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS All electrical wiring must be carried out by a competent person to BS 7671 - Requirements for Electrical Installations, IEE Wiring Regulations. Connect the mains supply to the boiler terminal block as described in the instructions supplied with the boiler. Note: An internal clock should not be fitted to the boiler when a FlowSmart system is connected.
  • Page 24 Typical S Plan Plus wiring diagram (if applicable): FLOWSMART FUNCTION No boiler parameter changes are required.
  • Page 25 Alpha E-Tec combination boiler Alpha GasSaver2 (6.2002000) complete with blending valve FlowSmart 50 (6.2003020) floor standing cylinder c/w cylinder connection kit. Alpha E-Tec diverter kit (6.5500048) complete with 3-port valve and cylinder sensor Controls: Alpha Climatic controller (3.022143 Wireless or 3.022144 hard wired) Optional Alpha external weather compensation probe (3.022383)
  • Page 26 9. Thoroughly flush out all water pipework. CONTROL VALVE INSTALLATION Alpha E-Tec Diverter Kit (6.5500048) Install 3 port valve supplied with Alpha E-Tec diverter kit according to instructions provided. Note: When using the optional Alpha E-Tec Diverter Kit, the valve must be...
  • Page 27 B = Flowsmart Cylinder Heating = A AB = Boiler Flow Zone Valves 2 zone heating controls not recommended EXTERNAL BYPASS An external automatic type bypass is strongly recommended. CYLINDER SENSOR The FlowSmart cylinder insulation has a label indicating the location of the sensor mounting position.
  • Page 28 LINK! Main Zone Controls Fit Alpha Climatic control (RF or hardwired) as per instructions supplied Connect Climatic to boiler terminals 41 & 44 (can be connected either way round) Note: Remove link from terminals 1 & 2. Do not fit Climatic wires into terminals 1 & 2!
  • Page 29 Then press and hold (>2 seconds) the OFF/Stand-by/summer/Winter button (1) to store the temperature value. “88” will flash for confirmation. Press the reset button (3) to return to the standard display. It is recommended that the cylinder heating periods are timed using an Alpha Climatic controller hot water time periods.
  • Page 30 7.7 SYSTEM TYPE 5 Alpha E-Tec Combi, GasSaver2, floor standing cylinder + S Plan or S Plan Plus* Controls ( *S Plan Plus not shown) COLD MAIN INTO GASSAVER (L/H) TO A S PLAN SHOWN External bypass recommended Cylinder connections A From Gassaver (r/h) ¾...
  • Page 31 Programmer Room thermostats FITTING THE BOILER Alpha E-Tec Combi The boiler, flue and GasSaver must be mounted as described in the instructions supplied with the boiler and the GasSaver. Fit the blending valve supplied with GasSaver as shown in schematic above.
  • Page 32 Note: An internal clock should not be fitted to the boiler when a FlowSmart system is connected. Alpha E-Tec Combi, GasSaver2, floor standing cylinder + S Plan / S Plan Plus* Controls S-PLAN SWITCHED LIVE BACK...
  • Page 33 Typical S Plan Wiring Diagram: Typical S Plan Plus wiring diagram: FLOWSMART FUNCTION No boiler parameter changes are required.

  • Page 34: Commissioning

    8.0 COMMISSIONING 8.1 FINAL COMMISSIONING 1. Fill all the systems, i.e. primary and secondary circuits and check for leaks. Refer to the boiler instructions. 2. Ensure the system has been flushed and cleaned and inhibitor added to the primary system. Note: All cleaning agent must be removed and inhibitor added to the primary system, failure to do so will invalidate the warranty.

  • Page 35: Product Data Sheet (Erp)

    9.0 Product Data Sheet (ErP) FLOWSMART FS 50 CYLINDER PRODUCT DATA SHEET (IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATION 811/203)
  • Page 36 1.032165 rev. ST.001206/003...

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