General Safety Instructions - Worcester Greenstar 1000 User Instructions

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General safety instructions

HNotices for the target group
These operating instructions are intended for the heating system
operator.
All instructions must be observed. Failure to comply with instructions
may result in material damage and personal injury, including danger to
life.
▶ Read and retain the operating instructions (heat generator, heating
controller, etc.) prior to operation.
▶ Observe the safety instructions and warnings.
▶ Operate the heat generator only with the casing fitted and closed.
HDetermined use
The product may only be used for the heating of boiler water and for DHW
heating.
Any other use is considered inappropriate. We assume no liability for
damage occurring due to non-permitted use.
HIf you smell gas
A gas leak could potentially cause an explosion. If you smell gas, observe
the following rules:
▶ Prevent flames or sparks:
– Do not smoke, use a lighter or strike matches.
– Do not operate any electrical switches or unplug any equipment.
– Do not use the telephone or ring doorbells.
▶ Turn off the gas at the meter or regulator.
▶ Open windows and doors.
▶ Warn your neighbours and leave the building.
▶ Prevent anyone from entering the building.
▶ Move well away from the building: call the National Gas Emergency
Service on 0800 111 999.
▶ L.P.G. boilers: Call the supplier's number on the side of the gas tank.
HDanger to life from poisoning by flue gas
There is a danger to life from escaping flue gas.
▶ Never modify any parts through which flue gas is routed.
If flues are damaged or leaking, or if you smell flue gas, observe the
following rules.
▶ Switch off the heat source.
▶ Open doors and windows
▶ Warn your neighbours and leave the building immediately.
▶ Prevent third parties from entering the building.
▶ Notify an approved contractor.
▶ Have any defects rectified.
HDanger to life from carbon monoxide
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a poisonous gas, which arises during the
incomplete combustion of fossil fuels such as oil, gas or solid fuels.
Dangers arise, if carbon monoxide escapes from the heating system due
to a fault or a leak and collects unnoticed in enclosed spaces.
You can neither see, taste nor smell carbon monoxide.
To avoid danger from carbon monoxide:
▶ Have the heating system inspected and serviced regularly by an
approved contractor.
▶ Use a CO detector, which gives an alarm in good time if CO escapes.
▶ If you suspect a CO leak:
– Warn your neighbours and leave the building immediately.
– Call an approved contractor.
– Have any defects rectified.
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HInspection, cleaning and maintenance
The user is responsible for ensuring the heating system is safe and
environmentally compatible.
Non-existent or improper inspection, cleaning and maintenance may
result in personal injury, including danger to life or material damage.
We recommend that you enter into a contract covering an annual
inspection and responsive cleaning and maintenance with an approved
contractor.
▶ Have work carried out only by an approved contractor.
▶ Have the appliance and heating system inspected by an approved
contractor at least once a year.
▶ Have any required cleaning or maintenance work carried out
immediately.
▶ Have any defects in the appliance and heating system remedied
immediately, independent of the annual inspection.
H Fittings and modification
Only a competent engineer can remove the appliance case and carry out
any work, in accordance with the relevant Installation Regulations.
Any misuse or unauthorised modifications to the appliance, flue or
associated accessories and heating system will invalidate the guarantee.
▶ Do not modify the appliance or flue system in any way.
Worcester, Bosch Group accepts no liability arising from any such
actions. This does not affect your statutory rights.
HCombustion air/ambient air
The air in the installation location must be free of flammable or
chemically aggressive substances.
▶ Do not store or use any flammable or explosive materials (paper,
petrol, thinners, paints, etc.) in the vicinity of the heat source.
▶ Do not store or use any corrosive substances (solvents, adhesives,
chlorinated cleaning agents, etc.) in the vicinity of the heat source.
H General considerations
▶ The boiler must be installed in a well ventilated area. The openings
must be kept in good condition.
▶ The vents or any other component contributing to the functioning of
the boiler must not be reduced or sealed.
▶ We recommend an annual service of the appliance by an approved
engineer to ensure reliable and efficient operation.
HSafety of electrical devices for domestic use and similar
purposes
The following requirements apply in accordance with EN 60335-1 in
order to prevent hazards from occurring when using electrical
appliances:
"This appliance can be used by children of 8 years and older, as well as
by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lacking in experience and knowledge, if they are supervised and have
been given instruction in the safe use of the appliance and understand
the resulting dangers. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children
without supervision."
"If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
its customer service department or a similarly qualified person, so that
risks are avoided."
H Please read these instructions carefully
▶ These instructions are applicable to the Worcester appliance model/
s stated on the front cover only.
▶ These instructions apply in the UK/IE only and must be followed
except for any statutory obligation.
Greenstar 1000 – 6721835944 (2023/08)