Quooker Scale Control Plus Installation Manual page 2

Introduction
How does the Quooker Scale Control Plus work?
The Scale Control Plus reduces the hardness of the water in order to prevent limescale build-up
in the tank. This extends its lifespan and improves the taste of the water. The Scale Control Plus
consists of a filter head and a cartridge, which is inserted into the head. This cartridge softens
the water that flows through it by means of an ion exchanger. The cartridge must be replaced
after a certain period of time, which depends on the mains water hardness and how much
Quooker boiling water is used. Replace the cartridge before it becomes completely saturated.
Determining the tank type
The installation instructions of chapter D contain two sections. You will have to determine the type
of tank you have in order to choose the correct section.
• Type A In case the serial number starts with VBW, you have a type A tank.
• Type B In case the serial number starts with VCW, you have a type B tank.
When the Scale Control is to be replaced by a Scale Control Plus
Please note: in case of a Type B Tank, the Scale Control Plus should be installed before the inlet
combination valve. It is therefore important to follow the instructions as shown in this installation
manual.
Installing the Quooker system for the first time
Using the installation manual, first install the Quooker tank and connect it to the tap. Then use
this manual to install the Scale Control Plus.
Lifespan of the cartridge
The Scale Control Plus cartridge needs to be replaced regularly. The replacement frequency
depends on how hard the water is and how much water is used. Timely replacement of the
cartridge prevents the build-up of limescale in the Quooker system. For Quooker systems installed
after October 2017, the included Scale Control Plus Meter can be installed. The Scale Control
Plus Meter will sound an alarm signal when the cartridge needs to be replaced. Before mounting
the meter, use the Water Hardness Test Kit provided to determine the cold mains water hardness,
as described in Part A. After doing so, mount the Scale Control Plus Meter and connect it to the
Quooker tank, as described in Part E.
For Quooker systems installed before October 2017, it is not possible to use the Scale Control Plus
Meter supplied. The cartridge lifespan can be determined in a different way. Before installing the
Scale Control Plus, test the water hardness with the Water Hardness Test Kit provided. Part A of
this guide features detailed instructions on how to do this. With the help of this value, the service
life of the cartridge can then be determined on the basis of the hardness table supplied. See Part B.
Technical specifications
Height
Diameter
Maximum operating pressure
470 mm
100 mm
8,7 bar