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Operating Instructions Pellet boiler PE1c 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! B1590420_en | Edition 17/02/2021 Fröling Ges.m.b.H. | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Table of contents Table of contents General Product overview PE1c Pellet Safety Hazard levels of warnings Pictograms used General safety information Permitted uses 2.4.1 The Clean Air Act 1993 and Smoke Control Areas 2.4.2 Permitted fuels Wood pellets 2.4.3 Non-permitted fuels...
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Checking and cleaning the combustion grate 5.4.2 Cleaning the measurement line of the underpressure controller 5.4.3 Cleaning the Lambda probe Emissions measurement by chimney sweep or regulatory body 5.5.1 Switch on the system 5.5.2 Start emissions measurement Replacement parts Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
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Table of contents Disposal information 5.7.1 Disposal of the ash 5.7.2 Disposal of system components Troubleshooting General fault with power supply 6.1.1 Behaviour of system after a power failure Excessive temperature Faults with fault message 6.3.1 Procedure for fault messages Appendix Addresses 7.1.1...
Our sale and delivery conditions will be applicable. These conditions have been made available to customers, and customers have been made aware of them at the time of order completion. You can also find the guarantee conditions on the enclosed guarantee certificate. Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
General Product overview PE1c Pellet 1.1 Product overview PE1c Pellet Pellet boiler PE1c Pellet Boiler controller Lambdatronic P 3200, ⇨ See "Overview of the touch display" [page Large touch screen for displaying / modifying operating statuses and parameters Status display (operating status), ⇨...
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 PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Safety Pictograms used 2.2 Pictograms used The following symbols are used in the documentation and/or on the boiler to show what is required and forbidden and to give warnings. In accordance with the Machinery Directive, signs fitted directly within the danger area of the boiler indicate immediate hazards or safety procedures.
(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 PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Clean Air Act requirements. The Froling PE1c Pellet 16 and PE1c Pellet 22 have been recommended as suitable for use in smoke control areas when burning fuels as listed under "Permitted fuels".
/ DIN plus certification scheme General note: Before refilling the store, check for pellet dust and clean if necessary. TIP: Fit the Froling PST pellet deduster for separating the dust particles contained in the return air Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Safety Permitted uses 2.4.3 Non-permitted fuels The use of fuels not defined in the "Permitted fuels" section, and particularly the burning of refuse, is not permitted. CAUTION In case of use of non-permitted fuels: Burning non-permitted fuels increases the cleaning requirements and leads to a build-up of aggressive sedimentation and condensation, which can damage the boiler and also invalidates the guarantee.
(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 PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Safety Residual risks 2.8 Residual risks WARNING When touching hot surfaces: Severe burns are possible on hot surfaces and the flue gas pipe! When work is carried out on the boiler: ❒ Shut down the boiler according to procedure (“Boiler off” operating status) and allow it to cool down ❒...
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Interference of the pacemaker by electromagnetic fields of the particle separator is possible! Therefore: ❒ Maintain a safety distance of at least one metre from the electrostatic particle separator ❒ Perform work only when the electrostatic particle separator is switched off Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Safety Emergency procedure 2.9 Emergency procedure 2.9.1 Overheating of the system If the system overheats and the safety devices fail to operate, proceed as follows: NOTICE! Do not under any circumstances switch off the main switch or disconnect the power supply. ❒...
(e.g. chlorination units for swimming pools). ▪ Keep the air suction opening of the boiler free of dust. ▪ The system must be protected against the chewing or nesting of animals (e.g. rodents etc.). Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
TRVB H118 - Technical directives on fire protection/prevention 3.3 Room air-independent operation The PE1c Pellet has a central air connection on the back of the boiler. If appropriate supply air and flue gas connections are installed, the boiler can be classified according...
▪ 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 Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
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Notes for operating a heating system Requirements for central heating water Permitted water hardness for the fill and make-up water in accordance with VDI 2035: Overall heat Total hardness at Total hardness at Total hardness at output <20 l/kW minimum >20 ≤50 l/kW minimum >50 l/kW minimum individual heat output...
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. Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Notes for operating a heating system Chimney connection/chimney system 3.7 Chimney connection/chimney system EN 303-5 specifies that the entire flue gas system must be designed to prevent, wherever possible, damage caused by seepage, insufficient feed pressure and condensation. Please note in this respect that flue gas temperatures lower than 160K above room temperature can occur in the permitted operating range of the boiler.
NOTICE If condensation escapes during the initial heat-up phase, this does not indicate a fault. ❒ Tip: If this occurs, clean up using a cleaning rag. Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Operating the system Switching on the power supply 4.2 Switching on the power supply ❒ Turn on the main switch ➥ There is voltage at all of the boiler's components ➥ When the control has completed the system start, the boiler is ready for operation 4.3 Operate the boiler using the touch display 4.3.1 Overview of the touch display...
Discards any values entered without saving; and closes messages Back to basic display Accesses all system information Opens quick menu. Selection of functions depending on user level, configuration and current status. Tap to change parameters (dropdown menu or numeric keypad) Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display Opens system menu. Menu display depends on user level and configuration Back to higher menu level. Display icons for froeling-connect/remote control The icons for connection status and remote control are displayed at the top left of the touch display.
Tap the respective tab to carry out settings in the menus. Icon Status Temperatures Times Service General settings Solar heat meter Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display Changing parameters If there is a “pencil” symbol next to a parameter text, the parameter can be edited. Depending on the type of parameter, it can be edited using the numeric keypad or by selecting from a list and then tapping on the “Confirm”...
List of all pending boiler faults and how to eliminate them. Setting wizard Switching on for the first time: Setting the language, manufacturer’s number, date and time Connect: Setting parameters required for the boiler to use the “froeling-connect.com” (IP address, display password, …) Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display 4.3.2 Select information displays Tapping on the freely selectable information displays in the basic display opens the respective menu. The following options are available depending on the system configuration: Menu Selection Icon Description...
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System CPU/RAM capacity Display of the CPU and RAM capacity in percent 1. This selection merges two tiles together, reducing the maximum number of information displays! Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display When using more than two store sensors, it is possible to have an information display with storage tank temperatures in accordance with the number of sensors. An information display that spans two areas is used. 4.3.3 Switch boiler ON/OFF The hydraulic system is controlled in accordance with the mode that is set, regardless of boiler status,...
Tap on the displayed date and time to change the date and time in the basic display. Use the up and down arrows to adjust the settings and tap on the “Confirm” icon to save. Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display 4.3.6 Change desired DHW tank temperature ❒ Tap the information display for the desired DHW tank ❒ Adjust the temperature setpoint by tapping on “+” or “-” NOTICE! If this selection is not configured in the information display in the basic display, open the components in the system menu.
If the outside air temperature in setback mode circuit pump switches off in setback mode (default: 22:00 – 06:00) falls below the set (default: 7°C) value, the heating circuit is activated (pump on, mixing valve regulated as per heating curve) Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display 4.3.10 Change room temperature (heating circuit without room temperature sensor) Situation Effect Room temperature generally too low Move heating curve up in parallel. Increase both points on the heating curve by the same temperature level.
Extra heating The heating circuit is regulated to the set room temperature with no time limitation. To cancel this function prematurely, activate another mode/function. Continuous The heating circuit is regulated to the set setback setback temperature until activation of mode another mode/function. Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display 4.3.13 Lock display/switch user level For safety reasons individual parameters are only visible at specific operating levels. To change to another level it is necessary to enter the relevant user code. ❒...
If the start date is set in the future, the “suitcase” icon will be highlighted in green. Once the set start time of the holiday program has been reached, the boiler switches to “holiday” mode Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Operating the system Switch the boiler ON/OFF on the room console Tap the “suitcase” icon to prematurely end the holiday program. The boiler then switches to the previously activated mode (“water tap” symbol = domestic hot water, “water tap/radiator” symbol = automatic). 4.4 Switch the boiler ON/OFF on the room console Prerequisite: ▪...
❒ Before filling check the store for fines and clean if necessary ❒ Close all openings to the store to seal out dust ❒ Fill the store with pellets ➥ Only use permitted pellets! ⇨ See "Permitted uses" [page 10] Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Operating the system Filling the pellet store 4.5.2 Correct the remaining pellet amount in store room Add the following values for the available fuel quantity in the fuel store: ▪ Remaining pellet amount in fuel store before refilling ▪ Refilled quantity by the pellet supplier ❒...
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❒ Carry out the entire procedure again and note the displayed value once again ❒ Tap the information display of the pellet consumption ❒ Enter the larger of value of the two measurements in the “Consumption“ menu in the “Delivered amount of pellets at 100% feed“ parameter Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Operating the system Filling the pellet store 4.5.4 Setting the automatic notification for minimum level ❒ In the “Consumption” menu, select the “Minimum pellet level fuel storeroom” parameter and enter the desired value TIP: Select approximately 10% of the fuel store capacity as the value for the minimum level.
❒ Open the insulated door ❒ Open the locks (A) on the cover by turning anti-clockwise ❒ Remove the cover and check the fill level ❒ Replace the cover and secure with locks (A) Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Operating the system Check the fill level of the ash container and empty if required Reset counter The message “Reset counter of hours till ashbox full warning” appears on the boiler display: If the ash container is emptied: ❒ Confirm the message by tapping on “YES” ➥...
❒ 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! Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Servicing the system General information on servicing 5 Servicing the system 5.1 General information on servicing DANGER When working on electrical components: Risk of electrocution! When work is carried out on electrical components: ❒ Always have work carried out by a qualified electrician ❒...
Cleaning brush (Ø 56 x 1350) for cleaning the heat exchanger Not included: Screwdriver set (Philips, flat head, Torx T20, T25, T30) Spanner or box wrench set Small brush or cleaning brush Ash vacuum Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Servicing the system Maintenance work by the operator 5.3 Maintenance work by the operator ❒ Regular cleaning of the boiler extends its life and is a basic requirement for smooth running. ❒ Recommendation: use an ash vacuum for cleaning. 5.3.1 Inspection Checking the system pressure ❒...
❒ Lift up to unhook the cover of the combustion chamber ❒ Dismantle the combustion chamber cover using a box wrenchcombustion chamber ➥ The box wrench is attached in tool clamp (A) on the inside of the insulated door Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Servicing the system Maintenance work by the operator ❒ Remove the flue ash from the combustion chamber using the ash vacuum ❒ Remove and clean the burn-out ring ❒ Clean the top side (A) and interior surfaces of the burner ❒...
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❒ Dismantle the induced draught fan and use the pipe cleaning coil to clear the pipe again ⇨ See "Clean the induced draft fan" [page 58] ❒ Remove the blanking plate and seal from the outflow tub ❒ Check the outflow tub for condensate residue and clean if necessary Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Servicing the system Maintenance work by the operator 5.3.3 Periodic inspection and cleaning The boiler must be inspected and cleaned at appropriate intervals depending on the operating hours and fuel quality. Inspection and cleaning must be repeated after not more than 2500 operating hours or at least once a year.
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❒ Put blanking plate and flushing device in collection pail ➥ Ensure that the nozzle openings point down without electrostatic particle separator with electrostatic particle separator ❒ Place the cleaning cover on the heat exchanger to prevent water from spraying Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Servicing the system Maintenance work by the operator ❒ Manually activate the flushing device on the controller: Manual operation System menu Manual ❒ In the "Manual operation" menu set the “calorific value heat exchanger manual flushing – only in boiler off/standby“ parameter to “YES“...
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❒ Clean the heat exchanger pipes and WOS springs using the included stainless steel cleaning brush ❒ Dismantle the front bracket of the ash container ❒ Remove the ash below the heat exchanger Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Servicing the system Maintenance work by the operator Clean the induced draft fan ❒ Unplug the connection cable of the induced draught fan ❒ Remove the induced draught fan ➥ Take care not to damage the seal on the induced draught housing ❒...
➥ The flushing finishes when you exit the menu ❒ Hold the cup to catch the rest of the flushing water below the filter unit ❒ Unscrew the filter cover ❒ Remove the screen and thoroughly clean it under running water Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Servicing the system Maintenance work by technicians 5.4 Maintenance work by technicians CAUTION If maintenance work is carried out by untrained personnel: Risk of personal injury and damage to property! The following applies for maintenance: ❒ Observe the instructions and information in the manuals ❒...
❒ Clean the measurement line with gentle compressed air ➥ WARNING! Do not direct compressed air into under-pressure sensor cartridge. This could damage it. ❒ After cleaning, install measurement line to connection “P2” Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Servicing the system Maintenance work by technicians 5.4.3 Cleaning the Lambda probe ❒ Open the insulated door ❒ Remove the retaining screw and lift the cover slightly at the front ❒ Pull the cover forwards and lift up and off SW 27 ❒...
➥ When the control has completed the system start, the boiler is ready for operation ❒ Switch the boiler on by tapping “Boiler ON” ➥ Automatic mode is active. The heating system is controlled via the controller according to the selected mode in automatic mode Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Servicing the system Emissions measurement by chimney sweep or regulatory body 5.5.2 Start emissions measurement ❒ Activate the “Chimney-sweep mode” icon ❒ Select the desired time from the menu: immediately ❒ Specify the type of measurement (nominal load / partial load) ➥...
100°C. The pumps continue to run. Once the temperature falls below approx. 75°C, the STL can be unlocked mechanically: ❒ Unscrew the cap on the STL (high-limit thermostat) ❒ Unlock the STL by pressing with a screwdriver Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
Troubleshooting Faults with fault message 6.3 Faults with fault message If a fault has occurred and has not yet been cleared: ❒ Status LED indicates the nature of the fault - Orange flashing: Warning - Red flashing: Error or alarm ❒...
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❒ Tap the Cancel icon to close the current fault and display the fault list ❒ Tap the Cancel icon again and confirm that you have read all of the errors to return to the basic display ➥ The boiler is in the previously set mode Operating Instructions PE1c Pellet | B1590420_en...
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