INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Table of contents Using these instructions ....................3 Explanation of symbols ............................3 Safety instructions ..............................3 Section 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............3 Warnings and regulatory information ................5 Technical data ........................8 Parts supplied & tools required ......................... 9 General layout .........................10 General product features ....................11 Section 2 Ventilation .......................
Using these instructions Explanation of symbols Button/ WARNING DANGER DANGER DANGER Read the coin battery WARNING Electric shock Hot surface Flammable instructions Safety instructions Read and use the instructions and safety information supplied with individual kit components for a safe installation. Section 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Compliance In Australia electrical installation must comply with AS/NZS3000.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Venting Sometimes steam and / or boiling water droplets may discharge through a vent outlet on the tap. If not using the font, ensure the tap body is located so the tap outlet safely dispenses into the sink bowl. Lifting Take care when lifting.
WARNINGS AND REGULATORY INFORMATION • For continued safety of this appliance it must be installed, operated and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. • This appliance may deliver water at high temperature. Refer to the Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA), local requirements and installation instructions to determine if additional delivery temperature control is required.
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WARNINGS AND REGULATORY INFORMATION affect water quality. • For UK, this appliance only contains materials that conform to the requirements of BS6920:2014 ‘Suitability of non metallic materials and products for use in contact with water intended for human consumption with regard to their effect on the quality of water'.
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Technical data Electricity supply requirements 220-240V 50Hz AC (for power requirement see table above). Country Component Australia, NZ Command Centre 1x 220 - 240V AC 10A socket 1x 220 - 240V AC 13A sockets Booster 1x 220 - 240V AC 10A socket 1x 220 - 240V AC 13A sockets UV-C module 1x 220 - 240V AC 10A socket...
Technical data Technical data table UltraCare Command Centre BCU40 BCU60 BCU100 Boiling water (cups per hour)* Chilled water (glasses per hour)* Power rating kW 220-240V 50Hz 1.97 2.10 2.10 + 2.20** Power rating kW 220V 60Hz 1.84 2.00 2.00 + 2.20** Dimensions W x D x H (mm) 395 x 487 x 333 Dry Weight (kg)***...
Parts supplied & tools required BCU40 Parts supplied with the HydroTap BCU60 BCU100 (AU only) HydroTap tap HydroTap pipes, tubes hoses and fittings Separate Mains mixer Tap & fittings Optional Command Centre UltraCare Command Centre Mains electrical supply cable ...
General layout Installation Ensure there is adequate space in the installation area for all components, with access to water and power. The ambient mains water braided hose length is 750mm. Electrical power cable length is 1.8m. Diagram for illustrative purposes only. Hoses are not shown to scale, as the booster hoses cannot be lengthened.
General product features Thank you for purchasing a Zip HydroTap G5. Please read and follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe and trouble free operation. If help and advice is required, contact your local service provider. What is the Zip HydroTap G5 ? This Zip HydroTap G5 is an electronically controlled, filtered, boiling, chilled and sparkling (functionality is dependant upon model purchased) drinking water system for the kitchen.
Section 2 Ventilation Read and use the instructions and safety information supplied with individual kit components for a safe installation. Clearance envelope & airflow The integrated vent aperture must be cut out of the cupboard floor & mounting plate fitted. The vent provides a safe exhaust for the refrigerant gas in the unlikely event of a leak.
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Section 2 Ventilation BCU40, BCU60, BCU100 ventilation options Vent grilles & plates cut-outs Option 1: Ventilation arrangement using large cupboard with For integrated vent cut-out, check min. 40mm overhang Directing warm air straight into the room. size relative to your product. Must be installed For Command Centre width 395mm For mounting plate options, refer...
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Section 2 Ventilation BCU40, BCU60, BCU100 ventilation options, continued Option 3: Ventilation arrangement if using a large cupboard with less than 40mm, or no overhang. Directing warm air into the kick space & out through a vent grille. Must be installed Must be installed Inlet Both...
Section 3 Ancillary Installations - Install Rail installation (UK only) Description • The install rails can be used to safely connect a wide range of water appliances to the mains water supply. The install rails include an isolation valve, double check valves, tamper proof pressure reducing valve pre- set to 0.3 MPa and a flood preventer with reset.
Section 3 Ancillary Installations - Connect to the water supply Connect the braided hose to the mains water supply Valves and fittings must be sealed with PTFE tape if compression seals are not included. Note correct strainer orientation. Note Mixer tap installations also use a ‘Tee piece’ as part of the water supply plumbing connections, see the Tap installation instructions supplied with the Mixer Tap to connect the water supply if using the mixer tap option.
Section 3 Ancillary Installations - External Limescale filter bypass valve External bypass valve The following products have an external bypass valve. The external bypass valve allows the user to choose to have the boiling feed water bypass the internal filter and only be filtered by the external filtration.
Section 3 Ancillary Installations - Limescale filter installation (UK only) Limescale filter Note UK only option. An external lime scale filter may be fitted as an optional accessory to reduce the incidence of lime scale build up in the hot tank or may be supplied at the customer’s request. For Limescale filter installation instructions, scan the QR code on the Limescale filter carton.
Section 3 Ancillary Installations - UV-C Module UV-C Module Chilled water • Connect chilled water hose to UV-C module. hose Push hose at least 15mm over the fittings. • Ensure that the hose has a constant fall. • Insert UV-C module into the port marked UV-C CHILLED OUT.
Section 3 Ancillary Installations - Booster system installation Booster An external booster heater is supplied, or may be purchased as an upgrade to increase Boiling capacity, with selected commercial boiling models. Booster description The booster system is a compact electronically controlled auxiliary water heater.
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Section 3 Ancillary Installations - Booster system installation Installation procedure Site requirements • Booster must only be installed in a frost-free area. Never expose booster to frost. • The booster is designed for wall mounted installation and must be installed with water connectors facing upwards.
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Section 3 Ancillary Installations - Booster system installation Note 1 This appliance is intended for use with the Zip HydroTap G5 Command Centre. Note 2 Water connections must be pointing vertically upwards. Note 3 The booster unit should be installed as close as possible to the Zip HydroTap G5 as the connection hoses cannot be lengthened.
Section 4 Command Centre installation Generic installation arrangement instructions Read these instructions together with those supplied with individual components before commencing Command Centre installation,they apply to all installation arrangements. • Install the mains water braided hoses to the Command Centre before locating in place.
Section 4 Command Centre installation John Guest pipe and fittings Take care to use correctly, see below : Insert Remove 2. Pull pipe 1. Cut pipe clean & square 1. Press collet 2. Push pipe to down end stop Mains power cable Do not connect to the mains socket until commissioning Connect Command Centre to HydroTap.
Section 4 Command Centre installation BCU40, BCU60 models, General layout Command Centre Mains electrical power connector Tap - Command Centre USB Mains water supply UV-C module Tap connections Mains braided hose - Command Centre manifold Mains braided hose - Command Centre Water supply connection For UK, use install rail 807041 v1.06 08.24 G5 BCU40_60_100 Online install instructions...
Section 4 Command Centre installation BCU40, BCU60 HydroTap G5 models Command Centre connections Braided hose Optional limescale filter Fit foam insulation HydroTap (supplied) to the BLUE pipe BLUE Connections key Mains UV-C Module BC comm CHILLED MAINS MIXER MIXER BOILING BYPASS VENT BYPASS...
Section 4 Command Centre installation BCU100 models, General layout Bypass Command Centre link Mains electrical power connector Tap - Command Centre USB Booster Mains water supply Booster braided hoses UV-C module - Command Centre manifold Tap connections Mains braided hose - Command Centre manifold Mains braided hose - Command Centre Water supply connection...
Section 4 Command Centre installation BCU100 HydroTap G5 models Command Centre connections Braided hose Booster and limescale filter (optional) Fit foam insulation HydroTap (supplied) to the BLUE pipe BLUE Connections key Mains UV-C Module BC comm CHILLED MAINS MIXER MIXER BOILING BYPASS VENT...
Section 5 Commissioning Commissioning using the HydroTap Clean can The HydroTap Clean process HydroTap Clean is a first to market cleaning process for HydroTap systems comprised of the HydroTap Clean solution, dosing adaptor and smart firmware. The HydroTap Clean process is automated and gently cleans the chilled and sparkling water paths during the commissioning of a new HydroTap Command Centre.
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Section 5 Commissioning Select the language • Touch the appropriate button to select the language and units of LANGUAGE 10:50 choice. • Touch the back arrow to go back to previous menu. • In the previous menu, touch the arrow to begin the commissioning process.
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Section 5 Commissioning Set the date, time & drain away options • Touch the date and time, use "-" or "+" to make adjustments. When DATE & TIME 10:50 ready, touch the arrow to continue. 2021 24 hr Time • Select 'Sink / Container' or 'Font' depending on the model , see DRAIN AWAY OPTION 9:26 below.
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Section 5 Commissioning FILTER FLUSH 12:12 PM FILTER HAS BEEN FLUSHED! Turn the flush line STOP COCK VALVE back to the OFF position Your filter has now been flushed and is ready to use. You will need to check the life span of the filter in filter settings •...
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Section 5 Commissioning LIMESCALE FILTER FLUSH 12:12 PM IN OUT LIMESCALE FILTER HAS BEEN FLUSHED! Reconnect the limescale filter hose to the manifold. • Once the filter flush is finished, reconnect the limescale filter OUT hose to the Command Centre manifold. •...
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Section 5 Commissioning Filter head • Check the adapter seal is present and correctly positioned in the adapter. • Install the HydroTap Clean adapter (1) into the filter head. • Turn the adapter a quarter turn to the right until it comes to a stop and locks. HydroTap Clean adapter (1) •...
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Section 5 Commissioning Boiling calibration and cleaning • Read the on screen information. BOILING CALIBRATION & CLEANING 12:12 PM • BC offers combined boiling calibration and cleaning. Info This will optimise the performance of the boiling • Touch the green arrow to run. unit and perform chilled cleaning.
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Section 5 Commissioning • Unscrew the HydroTap Clean can (2). • Ensure to hold the adapter in place while unscrewing the can. 12:12 PM RE-INSTALL FILTER RE-INSTALL FILTER 12:12 PM If the below steps have not been completed. While Boiling Calibration in Progress..Follow the instructions below.
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Section 5 Commissioning • If NO is selected (indicating that it is not safe to continue) the EMPTY HOT TANK 12:12 PM screen will prompt the user to clear the sink area. • Once it is safe to continue select YES to empty the hot tank. Boiling water will be dispensed into your sink.
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Section 5 Commissioning Safety sensor calibration (Classic boiling models only) Optional, in cases where light recalibration is required. Light intensity varies from site to site, therefore it is recommended that a re-calibration be performed at the time of the installation. All direct sunlight must be shaded from the HydroTap G5, during the calibration. This can be achieved by closing any nearby curtains, blinds, etc.
Section 6 Troubleshooting The HydroTap tap lights will flash to indicate when service is required. Refer to the LCD screen in the Command Centre. Call your local Zip service provider for assistance, service, spare parts or enquiries. System fault message Possible cause Recommended action Power board fault...
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Section 6 Troubleshooting The UltraCare UV-C Module may cause the following fault codes. Fault stops showing System fault message Possible cause Recommended action when: a. UV-C Module USB-C cable is not connected Check that the UV-C UV-C Module is con- correctly to the UV Module USB cable is UV Not Present...
Section 7 Operation and Maintenance Please refer to the User Guide for all operational and maintenance features of the HydroTap. The User Guide is located in the HydroTap Command Centre filter door. Zip offers a fully-inclusive HydroCare Service Plan to take care of all routine maintenance, including filter replacements, sanitisation, electrical safety inspections as well as general maintenance of your HydroTap.
Section 8 Performance Datasheet Zip HydroTap UltraCare UV-C Module 809283 (MicroPurity) Is tested and certified by WQA to NSF/ANSI 55 for Class B disinfection. When the UV-C Module is used with a Zip HydroTap System, flow rate must be at maximum of 2.8 L/min or less to be valid.
Section 9 End of life disposal Waste electrical and electronic equipment The symbol above means that according to United Kingdom and European Union member countries laws and regulations, your product and / or its battery shall be disposed of separately from household waste. When this product reaches its end of life, take it to a collection point designated by local authorities.
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