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Operating Instructions Pellet boiler PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 PE1 Pellet 7-35 PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 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! B1001020_en | Edition 24/02/2021 Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Contents Contents General PE1 Pellet product overview 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 Qualification of operating staff Protective equipment for operating staff Safety Devices Residual risks...
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Cleaning the measurement line of the underpressure controller 5.6.3 Cleaning the Lambda probe Emissions measurement by chimney sweep or regulatory body 5.7.1 Switch on the system 5.7.2 Start emissions measurement Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
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Contents Replacement parts Disposal information 5.9.1 Disposal of the ash 5.9.2 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...
You can also find the guarantee conditions on the enclosed guarantee certificate. Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
General PE1 Pellet product overview 1.1 PE1 Pellet product overview PE1 Pellet pellet boiler Lambdatronic P 3200 boiler controller, ⇨ 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 PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_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.
Take the following precautions: ❒ Optimum boiler performance can only be guaranteed if the flue gas system is functioning correctly. Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Clean Air Act requirements. The Froling PE1 Pellet 7, PE1 Pellet 10, PE1 Pellet 15, PE1 Pellet 20, PE1 Pellet 25, PE1 Pellet 30 and PE1 Pellet 35 have been recommended as suitable for use in smoke control areas when burning fuels as listed under "Permitted fuels".
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 PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_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.
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 PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_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 ❒...
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 Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Notes for operating a heating system Installation and approval of the heating system 3 Notes for operating a heating system Carrying out modifications to the system and changing or disabling safety equipment is prohibited. Always comply with all fire, building and electrical regulations when installing or operating the system, in addition to following the operating instructions and mandatory regulations that apply in the country in which the tank is operated.
The second index "2" (C ) indicates type C boilers with a blower fan downstream of the combustion chamber or the heat exchanger. Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Notes for operating a heating system Requirements for central heating water Definitions as per DIBt Type FC One appliance with flue gas fan for connection to an air/flue system. The combustion air line from the air shaft and the connecting piece to the chimney are part of the appliance.
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▪ After eight weeks, the pH value of the water must be between 8.2 and 10.0. If the central heating water comes into contact with aluminium, the pH value must be between 8.0 and ▪ Yearly. Values must be recorded by the owner Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Notes for operating a heating system Notes for using pressure maintenance systems 3.5 Notes for using pressure maintenance systems Pressure maintenance systems in hot-water heating systems keep the required pressure within predefined limits and balance out volume variations caused by changes in the hot-water temperature.
NOTICE! Please see the technical data contained in the assembly instructions for further information about standards and regulations as well as the flue gas temperatures when clean and the other flue gas values! Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Operating the system Assembly and initial startup 4 Operating the system 4.1 Assembly and initial startup Assembly, installation and initial startup of the boiler must only be carried out by qualified staff, and these procedures are described in the accompanying assembly instructions.
⇨ See "Switch boiler ON/OFF" [page 31] View available functions in the quick menu ⇨ See "Quick menu" [page 28] Access all system information. No parameters may be changed in the info menu. Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display System menu for opening the system settings. All parameters can be displayed and/or edited depending on the user level. ⇨ See "Navigation within the system menu" [page 26] Display and change the current boiler mode ⇨...
➥ The connection status is displayed in the lower range (connected, deactivated, …) NOTICE! Consult the “froeling-connect” operating instructions for a detailed description of the connection status as well as troubleshooting Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display Navigation within the system menu The system menu shows the menus available depending on the user level and the system configuration. Use the right and left arrows to navigate to the individual menus. Tap the corresponding icon to open the menu.
❒ Use the up and down arrows to set the start and end time and save by tapping the “Confirm” icon The time window set is saved for all selected days of the week. Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display To delete a saved time window, tap on the “Recycle bin” icon next to it. Quick menu The quick menu provides different functions depending on the system configuration and system status. Icon Description Language selection...
Display of storage tank temperature top, store sensor 2, store sensor 3 and bottom. sensors Circulation Temperatures Display of the status at the flow sensor (if pump present) and the current circulation return temperature. Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
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Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display Menu Selection Icon Description Differencial Temperatures Display of the current temperature from controller source and recess of the differential regulator System CPU/RAM capacity Display of the CPU and RAM capacity in percent 1.
The boiler switches to “Boiler OFF” status. All boiler units are deactivated, heating circuits and domestic hot water tanks are controlled according to the programs and times set, the chamber discharge system remains active. Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display 4.3.4 Change boiler mode Depending on the type of boiler, there are several modes available which can be changed directly in the basic display of the touch display. Mode Icon Description Automatic Supply heating circuits and domestic hot water tanks...
In the case of several DHW tanks, the “extra loading” function in the quick menu is used to start a one-time extra loading of all existing DHW tanks. ⇨ See "Quick menu" [page 28] Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display 4.3.9 Set the heating curve of a heating circuit A flow temperature is calculated using the heating curve of the heating circuit Example of depending on the outside air temperature and the two adjustable parameters “flow floor heating temperature at -10°C outside air temperature”...
5°C, and never more than 3°C for a low temperature circuit. Once the changes have been made, wait a few days and assess comfort levels before carrying out additional changes. Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display 4.3.11 Change room temperature (heating circuit with room temperature sensor) ❒ Tap information display of the desired heating circuit ❒ Tap “+” or “-” to adjust the desired room temperature NOTICE! If this selection is not configured in the information display in the basic display, open the components in the system menu.
A maximum of 20 characters are available for the name. ❒ Navigate to the “System” menu and open the “Renaming” sub-menu ❒ Tap the desired component and use the keyboard to rename it Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Operating the system Operate the boiler using the touch display 4.3.15 Configure the holiday program Setting a start and end date in the holiday program determines a time period in which an active heating circuit is regulated for the set setback temperature and in which an activated boiler is not loaded.
25]), the boiler can be switched on and off on the room console. Boiler remote control deactivated Boiler remote control activated ❒ Switch the boiler ON/OFF by tapping on the current operating status Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Operating the system Filling the pellet store 4.5 Filling the pellet store 4.5.1 Notes on filling the fuel stores When working in the Risk of injury due to moveable parts! fuel store: Shut off the feeder unit before entering the fuel store! When cleaning the fuel store, an increased amount of dust may be generated.
❒ Remove flue ash and clean the combustion chamber and burners ⇨ See "Cleaning the burn-out tray, burner insert and combustion chamber" [page ❒ Insert receiving tank with suitable dimensions into the burner ❒ Close the insulating door Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
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Operating the system Filling the pellet store Start the process: ❒ In the “Consumption” menu, set the “Start the process for determining the pellet feed rate” parameter to “YES” ➥ Stoker screw feeds pellets to the receiving tank with a fuel feed-in of 100% for a few minutes Once the process is finished: ❒...
When the set minimum level in the pellet store is reached, a message is shown on the boiler display: ❒ Select and confirm by tapping the “pen” icon ➥ No more reminders ➥ Reminder in two days ➥ Reminder in one week Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Operating the system Filling the pellet store 4.5.5 Resetting the pellet consumption counter The pellet consumption counter indicates the consumption of pellets in the parameters “Resettable t-counter” and “Resettable kg-counter” in steps of tons or kilograms. Both values are set to “0” by resetting. Examples of use for the counter: ▪...
➥ The counter of the remaining heating hours is reset to the preset value If the ash container is not emptied: ❒ Close the message by tapping on “NO” ➥ The counter of the remaining heating hours remains unchanged Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Operating the system Checking the fill level of the ash container and emptying if required 4.6.2 Empty ash container ❒ Open the insulated door of the boiler ❒ Open the side fasteners (A) on the ash container and remove the ash container ❒...
❒ Before starting work, switch off the boiler and allow it to cool down for at least 1 hour NOTICE We recommend that you keep a maintenance book in accordance with ÖNORM M7510 of the Technical Directive for Fire Prevention (TRVB) Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Servicing the system Required tools WARNING Incorrect inspection and cleaning: Incorrect or insufficient inspection and cleaning of the boiler can cause serious faults in combustion (e.g. spontaneous combustion of carbonisation gases / flash fires) and this can lead to serious accidents and damage! Take the following precautions: ❒...
➥ If any liquid is leaking, replace the quick vent valves NOTICE! The vent cap (A) must be loose (screw on approx. two revolutions) to ensure correct functioning. Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Servicing the system Maintenance work by the operator 5.3.2 Cleaning ❒ Switch off the boiler by tapping “Boiler OFF” ❒ Allow the boiler to cool for at least one hour ❒ Activate service as described in the following Activate service mode: In service mode the induced draught rotates at low speed.
❒ Switch of the boiler at the main switch and let cool down for at least one hour ❒ Open the insulated door and undo the safety screws located behind it ❒ Lift the cover slightly and remove it from the front Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Servicing the system Maintenance work by the operator ❒ Remove the plug connection from the induced draught fan ❒ Remove the thermal insulation on the induced draught fan ❒ Dismantle the induced draught unit housing including ID fan ❒ Carefully clean the induced draught unit housing and impeller on the ID fan Clean the heat exchanger and WOS springs ❒...
➥ Depending on the layout of the flue gas pipes and the chimney draught cleaning, yearly may not be enough! Checking the draught controller flap ❒ Check that the draught controller flap moves freely Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Servicing the system Servicing the DHW tank unit (optional) 5.4 Servicing the DHW tank unit (optional) The following tasks must only be carried out by a qualified technician. We recommend a yearly inspection / cleaning by Fröling customer services or by an authorised partner (third party maintenance) of Fröling Heizkessel- und Behälterbau GesmbH.
NOTICE! Set resolution of measuring range on the ammeter at the beginning to a high ampere rating in order to protect the device. NOTICE! Observe the accuracy of the specified measuring range. The result can be checked again using a second device. Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Servicing the system Servicing the DHW tank unit (optional) Checking the stray current anode In contrast to magnesium corrosion protection anodes, a stray current anode has an almost unlimited service life, however, it must be checked for proper function one a year.
– only in boiler off/standby” parameter to “YES” ➥ The flushing device is activated once for the period of time specified in the “Condenser cleaning duration” parameter (default: 60s - Condenser) Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Servicing the system Servicing the condensing boiler heat exchanger (optional) 5.5.2 Checking the condensation drain NOTICE! If the condensation drain is blocked, the condensing boiler heat exchanger will fill with condensation, thus preventing the flue gas from escaping through the chimney, which could in turn lead to problems with combustion.
Please be advised that, in Austria, commercial systems with a rated heat output of 50 kW or more must be regularly tested at yearly intervals in accordance with the Heating Plant Regulations (Feuerungsanlagen-Verordnung). Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Servicing the system Maintenance work by technicians 5.6.1 Checking and cleaning the combustion grate ❒ Undo the screws on the top and remove the side panel ❒ Pull the hooks (A) on the spring cotter to the side and remove the ignition cartridge ❒...
It may damage the measuring device ❒ After cleaning, insert the measurement line into the measuring nipple and the “P2” connection of the differential pressure transmitter and attach using twin wire clamps Operating Instructions PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Servicing the system Maintenance work by technicians 5.6.3 Cleaning the Lambda probe ❒ Remove the cover plate on the boiler flow ❒ Press the thermal insulation behind it slightly downwards ❒ Carefully remove the Lambda probe (1) and plastic bushing (2 – if installed) ➥...
❒ 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 PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
Servicing the system Emissions measurement by chimney sweep or regulatory body 5.7.2 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) ➥...
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 PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_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 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 PE1 Pellet 7-35 / PE1 Pellet Unit 7-20 | B1001020_en...
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