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- Page 1 OPTIMAX HE PLUS C INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE...
- Page 2 “This record must be completed and left with the end user”. Ferroli is a member of the Benchmark initiative and fully supports the aims of the programme. Benchmark has been introduced to improve the standards of installation and commissioning of central heating systems in the UK and to encourage the regular servicing of all central heating systems to ensure safety and efficiency.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C 1 Instructions ..........................2 1.1 Introduction............................. 2 1.2 Control panel ............................2 1.3 Turning ON and OFF..........................3 1.4 Adjustments............................5 2 Installation ..........................7 2.1 General Instructions ..........................7 2.2 Place of installation ..........................8 2.3 Plumbing connections .......................... -
Page 4: Instructions
1.1 Introduction Dear Customer, thank you for choosing the OPTIMAX HE PLUS C, a FERROLI wall-mounted boiler of the latest generation, featuring advanced design and cutting-edge technology. OPTIMAX HE PLUS C is a high-efficiency condensing pre-mix appliance for heating and hot water production with extremely low emissions, running on natural gas or LPG. -
Page 5: Turning On And Off
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C Indication during boiler operation Central Heating mode The Central Heating heat demand (generated by the OpenTherm Remote Control, the Room Thermostat or the Clock) is indicated by the flashing of the Hot Air symbol over the radiator (part. 13 and 14 - fig. 1). The display indicates the actual Central Heating water temperature (part. - Page 6 OPTIMAX HE PLUS C Ignition Ensure the power is on to the appliance. fig. 5 - Ignition fig. 6 - Air purge • For the firsts 120 seconds, the display shows FH that identifies the Air purge function. • During the first 5 seconds, the display shows the software version of the pcb. •...
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Page 7: Adjustments
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C 1.4 Adjustments Heating temperature setting To set the system flow temperature, use the CH push buttons (part. 3 and 4 - fig. 1). It can be varied from a minimum of 20°C to a maximum of 90°C. fig. - Page 8 OPTIMAX HE PLUS C O.T.C. setting To enter the OTC mode, press OTC button (part. 6 - fig. 1) for 5 seconds. The display shows CU flashing (fig. 11); to set Curve, use the DHW push buttons (part. 1 and 2 - fig. 1). It can be varied from 1 to 10, in accordance with the chart (fig.
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Page 9: Installation
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C 2. Installation 2.1 General Instructions This unit must only be used for its intended purpose. This unit is designed to heat water to a temperature below boiling point and must be connected to a heating system and/or a water supply system for domestic use, com- patible with its performance, characteristics and heating capacity. -
Page 10: Place Of Installation
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C 2.2 Place of installation The combustion circuit is sealed with respect to the place of installation and therefore the unit can be in- stalled in any room. However, the place of installation must be sufficiently ventilated to prevent the creation of dangerous conditions in case of even slight gas leaks. - Page 11 OPTIMAX HE PLUS C Shutoff valve kit The shutoff valves supplied (see fig. 16) must be installed between the boiler and heating system to allow the boiler to be isolated from the system if necessary. For installation, follow the instructions contained in the kit. Delivery cock 3/4”...
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Page 12: Connection To The Gas System
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C Water treatment If treatment of the water is necessary, Ferroli recommends the exclusive use of specific products such as Fernox or Sentinel to be applied in compliance with the producer's instructions. For more information, please contact: Fernox Manufacturing Co. -
Page 13: Flue System
The current standards and local regulations must be observed. Only a Ferroli flue system (with respective accessories) must be used with this unit, as required by BS 5440 and CE standards. - Page 14 OPTIMAX HE PLUS C Connection with coaxial pipes Standard connection with coaxial pipes (code 041025G0) fig. 19 - Standard connection Horizontal flue installation 1. Define the position for installing the unit. 2. If using standard flue (041025G0) this must be installed level. For extended horizontal flue lengths over 1m a fall of 3 mm per metre of the flue exhaust should be incorporated back to the boiler.
- Page 15 OPTIMAX HE PLUS C Other coaxial connections fig. 20 - Examples of connection with coaxial pipes ( = Air / = Fumes) For coaxial connection, fit the unit with one of the following starting accessories. For the wall hole dimensions, refer to section 4.1 Dimensions and connections.
- Page 16 OPTIMAX HE PLUS C Connection with separate pipes fig. 22 - Examples of connection with separate pipes ( = Air / = Fumes) For the connection of separate ducts, fit the unit with the following starting accessory: fig. 23 - Starting accessory for separate ducts Before proceeding with installation make sure the maximum permissible length has not been exceeded, by means of a simple calculation: 1.
- Page 17 OPTIMAX HE PLUS C Position of terminals fig. 24 Minimum dimensions of fume exhaust terminals Directly under an opening, air inlet, openable window, etc. 300 mm Above an opening, air inlet, openable window, etc. 300 mm Horizontally to an opening, air inlet, openable window, etc. 300 mm Under gutters, drain pipes 75 mm...
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Page 18: Condensate Drain Connection
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C Connection to multiple flues or single flues with natural draught To connect the OPTIMAX HE PLUS C boiler to a multiple flue or a single flue with natural draught, the flue or chimney must be expressly designed by professionally qualified technical personnel in conformity with the current standards and regulations. - Page 19 OPTIMAX HE PLUS C Condensate drain If possible, the condensate should be conveyed inside the internal drainage system or pipe. For that purpose, use a supplied with pipe of at least 22 mm diameter and a trap with flexible connection the unit to facilitate connection of the condensate drain pipe.
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Page 20: Service And Maintenance
All adjustment, conversion, startup and maintenance operations described below must only be carried out by Qualified Per- sonnel (meeting the professional technical requirements prescribed by current regulations). FERROLI declines any liability for damage and/or injury caused by unqualified and unauthorised persons tampering with the unit. -
Page 21: Start-Up
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C 3.2 Start-up Checks to be made at first lighting, and after all maintenance operations that involved disconnection from the systems or an operation on safety devices or parts of the boiler: Before lighting the boiler • Open any on-off valves between the boiler and the systems. -
Page 22: Commisioning Instructions
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C 3.3 Commisioning instructions General PLEASE NOTE: The combustion for this appliance has been checked, adjusted and preset at the factory for operation on the gas type defined on the appliance data plate. Having checked: • That the boiler has been installed in accordance with these instructions, •... -
Page 23: Routine Servicing, Maintenance & Repair
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C Measure the gas rate Measure the gas rate and check against following ta- ble: GAS RATES (NATURAL GAS) AFTER 10 MINUTES FROM COLD Maximum rate Minimum rate BOILER MODEL OPTIMAX HE PLUS 31 C 3.33 117.78 0.56 19.81 OPTIMAX HE PLUS 38 C... -
Page 24: Combustion Check
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C Opening the casing To open the boiler casing, you need to follow the sequence given below and the instructions of fig. 30. 1. Using a screwdriver, fully unscrew and remove the 2 screws “A” 2. Open by lowering the panel “B” 3. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C Setting the Air/Gas Ratio valve There are two adjustments possible on the air/gas ratio valve, the throttle setting at maximum rate and the offset setting at minimum rate. If either setting is adjusted the combustion values must be rechecked at both rates. At Maximum Rate: 1. - Page 26 OPTIMAX HE PLUS C Certain faults cause permanent boiler shutdowns (marked with the letter “A”): to restore operation, press the RESET button (detail 6 - fig. 1) for 1 second or RESET on the optional remote timer control if installed; if the boiler fails to start, it is necessary to firstly eliminate the fault.
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Page 27: Technical Data And Characteristics
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C 4. Technical data and characteristics 4.1 Dimensions and connections fig. 33 - Dimensions and connections Heating system delivery Heating system return Domestic hot water outlet Safety valve drain Gas inlet Condensate drain Cold water inlet cod. 3540I885 - 08/2012 (Rev. 00) -
Page 28: General View And Main Components
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C 4.2 General view and main components fig. 34 - General view Sealed chamber Expansion tank Gas inlet Detection electrode Domestic hot water outlet Diverter valve Cold water inlet 114 Water pressure switch System delivery 136 Flow meter System return 145 C.H. -
Page 29: Water Circuit
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C 4.3 Water circuit fig. 35 - Water circuit Gas inlet Expansion tank Domestic hot water outlet Diverter valve Cold water inlet 114 Water pressure switch System delivery 136 Flow meter System return 154 Condensate outlet pipe Safety valve 161 Condensing heat exchanger 186 Return sensor... -
Page 30: Technical Data Table
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C 4.4 Technical data table Data Unit OPTIMAX HE PLUS 31 C OPTIMAX HE PLUS 38 C Max. heating capacity 25.2 30.8 Min. heating capacity Max. Heat Output in heating (80/60°C) 24.6 30.2 Min. Heat Output in heating (80/60°C) Max. -
Page 31: Diagrams
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C 4.5 Diagrams Head available for the system (OPTIMAX HE PLUS 31 C) fig. 36 - Pressure loss 1 - 2 - 3 Pump selector positions (In order to obtain maximum hot water output the pump must be left in position 3) Boiler pressure losses Head available for the system (OPTIMAX HE PLUS 38 C) fig. -
Page 32: Wiring Diagram
OPTIMAX HE PLUS C 4.6 Wiring diagram fig. 38 - Wiring diagram Important: Before connecting the room thermostat or the remote timer control, remove the jumper on the terminal block. 114 Water pressure switch Heating circulating pump 136 Flow meter DHW temperature sensor 138 External probe Gas valve... - Page 35 Failure to install and commission according to the manufacturer’s instructions and complete this Benchmark Commissioning Checklist will invalidate the warranty. This does not affect the customer’s statutory rights. If yes, and if required by the manufacturer, has a water scale reducer been fitted? CONDENSING BOILERS ONLY The condensate drain has been installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and/or BS5546/BS6798 If the condensate pipe terminates externally has the pipe diameter been increased and weatherproof insulation fitted?
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Page 36: Service Record
Service Record It is recommended that your heating system is serviced regularly and that the appropriate Service Interval Record is completed. Service Provider Before completing the appropriate Service Record below, please ensure you have carried out the service as described in the manufacturer’s instructions. - Page 37 Before contacting Ferroli please have available the completed BENCHMARK document (located in the back of this manual), boiler serial number and model detail. For Technical assistance during the installation, call our Technical Helpline on 0843 479 0479. You will be required to provide your Gas Safe Register Number.
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