Summary of Contents for Stuart Turner MAINBOOST iTank MBI Series
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MAINSBOOST iTank Installation, Operation & Maintenance Instructions Please leave this instruction booklet with the home owner as it contains important guarantee, maintenance and safety information Read this manual carefully before commencing installation. This manual covers the following products: MBI 320C MBI 490A Pt.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The iTank range is a water pressure and flow booster set with integral water storage tank and electric motor driven centrifugal pump complete with an automatic control system, consisting of flow switch, pressure switch, pressure vessel and electronic control.
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WARNINGS: This pump set must not be used for any other application without the written consent of Stuart Turner Limited. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Stuart Turner Ltd or an official Service Agent to avoid hazard. In order to avoid toppling over the appliance must be placed on a smooth, level surface to fully support the base of the tank.
CHECKLIST IMPORTANT: With the appliance removed from its packaging check for any damage prior to installation. If any damage is found contact Stuart Turner Ltd within 24 hours of receipt. Note: This image is for reference only. Package 1 Fig. 1 Package 2 Fig.
1 IMPORTANT FACTS: READ BEFORE COMMENCING PUMP INSTALLATION A Water storage capacity 1.11 The iTank usable water volume can be found in the technical specification table (Section 8); the length of time the iTank delivers water will be dependent on the usage and refill rates. 1.12 Ensure the iTank is full of water before starting, to avoid causing damage to the pump shaft seal.
2.21 Direction of flow: Ensure the water flow is in the direction of the arrow marked on the control module. 2.22 Flexible hose: Only use the Stuart Turner hose supplied with the pump. 2.23 Isolating valves: Separate system isolating valves (non restrictive) must be fitted to allow easy pump service.
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2.24 Preferred iTank location: The iTank must be located on a smooth level floor of sufficient strength to support the filled weight of the iTank, close to the water source and a suitable overflow position (see Section 8 - Technical Specification for filled weight).
3 KEY FEATURES Outlet hose Label, serial no & user inteface Pressure vessel Control module Integrated beather Overflow Label part no. Mains water connection Tank access cover Tank Drain port Pump Fig. 3 Secondary gravity feed port (plugged) - 9 -...
4 ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION & CONNECTIONS 4.11 Stage 1 - Vessel Assembly: Step 1 Secure mounting bracket to tank using factory drilled holes with supplied 6 mm screws. Do not drill additional holes into the tank (Fig. 4). Step 2 Feed the strap through the slots in the bracket and place the pressure vessel on the bracket (Fig.
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Step 4 Pull the strap through and apply tension then operate the wratchet to maintain the applied tension to secure pressure vessel, do not over tighten. Feed excess strap length under the vessel through the bracket to tuck it away (Figs 8 &...
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4.12 Stage 2 - Pump Assembly: Step 1 Assemble pump to underside of lid - ensure G 1 washer is properly placed in groove on underside of the lid (Fig. 10). Step 2 Assemble control module to top of lid using pre installed union (Fig. 11). Step 3 Assemble tee assembly to the control module using suitable thread sealant or PTFE tape and the outlet hose to the tee assembly using the supplied G 1...
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4.13 Stage 3 - Final Assembly: Step 1 Install the provided 1 1/4” overflow using the included overflow washer and nut (Fig. 13a) and the 1/2” compression adaptor to the inlet valve which should be sealed using suitable thread sealant or PTFE tape (Fig. 13b). Overflow Inlet valve Overflow...
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4.14 Mains water connection to iTank: The iTank is to be permanently connected to the mains water supply using rigid pipe or suitably sized and rated flexible hose to comply with current building and plumbing regulations. The water tank fill valve has a ½ “/15 mm compression fitting. When tightening ensure the fill valve within the tank is not rotated.
5 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION / EARTHING 5.11 Regulations: The electrical installation must be carried out in accordance with the current national electrical regulations and installed by a qualified person. 5.12 In the interests of electrical safety a 30 mA residual current device (R.C.D.
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5.20 Wiring of connection unit: WARNING: This appliance must be earthed. The wires in the mains lead (supply cord) are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green and Yellow: Earth Blue: Neutral Brown: Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your connection unit proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the...
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If the supply cord is to be changed or is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord assembly available from Stuart Turner or one of their approved repairers. On disassembly note the cord retention and routing system. Re-assemble to the same pattern.
6 COMMISSIONING / STARTING 6.11 System Flushing The pipework system should be flushed out prior to the iTank being connected to ensure any contaminants/chemical residues and foreign bodies are removed from elsewhere in the system. 6.12 Water Supply: Always ensure that water supply is adequate to meet the demand.
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‘Failure’ L.E.D. (Red) Restart button (Red) Fig. 19 6.14 For Further Technical Support: Phone the Stuart Turner TechAssist team on +44 (0) 800 31 969 80. Our staff are trained to help and advise you over the phone. Cont ...
To help control stored water temperatures, insulation jackets designed specifically for the iTank can be purchased from Stuart Turner. If the water remains unused for long periods of time, the tank should be drained and flushed through.
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7.14 The tank can be drained by either: a) Isolating the mains water supply to the fill valve and using the pump to pump the water out of the tank. b) Isolating the water supply to the tank and draining the water through the dedicated drain port (see Fig.
1223 mm 1033 mm Weight - including fittings 48 Kg 44 Kg 51 Kg 54 Kg Weight - filled 368 Kg 375 Kg 542 Kg 557 Kg Stuart Turner reserve the right to amend the specification without notice. - 22 -...
Check all electrical switches are on. Is the correct fuse fitted? Is the circuit breaker set? Static outlet head is greater than Outlet head is greater than 12 m, contact Stuart Turner. permitted. Pump will not start. Integral motor thermotrip Wait for thermotrip to cool and auto-reset.
10 MAINSBOOST iTANK ACCESSORIES 10.11 Mainsboost iTank drip tray Designed to match the footprint of each tank profile and to protect against water damage from leaking inlet and outlet connections. Can also be used to provide a discharge connection that can be routed to a drain or soak-away. Part no.
+44 (0) 800 31 969 80 You should obtain appropriate insurance cover for any loss or damage which is not covered by Stuart Turner Ltd in this provision. Please record here for your records. TYPE NO. SERIAL NO.
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