Ferroli OPTIMAX 25 S Instructions For Use, Installation And Maintenance
Ferroli OPTIMAX 25 S Instructions For Use, Installation And Maintenance

Ferroli OPTIMAX 25 S Instructions For Use, Installation And Maintenance

Wall-mounting gas boiler, pre-mixed condensing system boiler instructions for use installation and maintenance

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OPTIMAX 25 S
wall-mounting gas boiler,
pre-mixed
condensing system boiler
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
G C N° 41-267-22

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  • Page 1 OPTIMAX 25 S wall-mounting gas boiler, pre-mixed condensing system boiler INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE G C N° 41-267-22...
  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    “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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Optimax 25 S 1. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..............4 1.1 Introduction ......................4 1.2 Control panel ......................5 1.3 Turning ON and OFF ....................6 1.4 Adjustments ......................6 1.5 Maintenance......................7 1.6 Faults........................7 2. INSTALLATION ..................8 2.1 General Instructions....................8 2.2 Boiler location ......................9 2.3 Water connections ....................10 2.4 Connection to the gas system ................12...
  • Page 4: Operating Instructions

    1.1 Introduction Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Optimax 25 S, a FERROLI wall-mounted boiler of the latest generation, featuring advanced design and cutting-edge technology. Optimax 25 S is a high-efficiency condensing pre-mix appliance for heating with extremely low emis- sions, running on natural gas or LPG.
  • Page 5: Control Panel

    Optimax 25 S 1.2 Control panel fig. 1 1 - System temperature adjustment / Summer/Winter selection This knob is used to adjust the system temperature and can switch over between summer / winter. To increase the system temperature, turn the knob clockwise; anticlockwise to decrease it. To select the summer mode, turn it anticlockwise to the minimum setting.
  • Page 6: Turning On And Off

    Optimax 25 S 1.3 Turning ON and OFF Ignition • Open the gas isolation valve on the boiler. • Purge the gas supply. • Turn on the electrical switch or insert the plug of boiler. • The boiler is now ready to function automatically whenever the external controls are calling for heat.
  • Page 7: Maintenance

    If the problem remains afther two attempts at resetting, contact your nearest FERROLI Caresafe. For other faults, refer to section 3.4 “Troubleshooting”. Before calling the FERROLI Caresafe, check that the problem is not due to there being no gas or electricity.
  • Page 8: Installation

    Optimax 25 S 2. INSTALLATION 2.1 General Instructions This device must only be used for the purpose for which it is specifically designed. This unit is designed to heat water to a temperature below boiling point and must be connected to a hea- ting system and/or a water supply system for domestic use, compatible with its performance, characteristics and its heating capacity.
  • Page 9: Boiler Location

    Optimax 25 S 2.2 Boiler location The unit’s combustion circuit is sealed off from the installation room. The installation room must be sufficiently well ventilated to prevent any dangerous conditions from forming in the event of even slight gas leakage. This safety standard is required by the EEC Directive no.
  • Page 10: Water Connections

    Optimax 25 S 2.3 Water connections The heating capacity of the unit should be previously established by calculating the building’s heat requirement according to current regulations. For good operation and long life of the boiler, the plum- bing system must be well proportioned and always complete with all those accessories that guarantee regular operation and running.
  • Page 11 Optimax 25 S The connecting kits shown in Fig. 4 are supplied as standard. A = Nut B = Compression olive D = 3/4” seal - Green F = 1/2” gas seal - Blue Flow isolation valve Gas isolation valve Return isolation valve fig.
  • Page 12: Connection To The Gas System

    Optimax 25 S Water treatment If treatment is used ferroli limited recommanded only the use of Fernox or Sentinel water treatment products, which must be used in accordance with the manufactures instructions. for further information contact: Fernox Manufacturing Co. LTD.
  • Page 13 Optimax 25 S Central heating request The heat demand can be done by the room thermostat (terminal 4-5) or by a switch line 230 V phase (terminal 4). Standard Systems For a general pipe layout and wiring diagram on the “S” and “Y” plan systems please see fig.
  • Page 14 Optimax 25 S OPTIMAX “Y” Plan Pipe layout Auto air vent OPTIMAX FERROLI BOILER Automatic bypass (mimimum flow of 6l/min.) fig. 7a Wiring diagram Junction Box Honeywell V4073H mid position The heating system must have an automatic bypass capable of...
  • Page 15: Flue System

    The current standards and local regulations must be observed. It should be notes that only Ferroli flue system and accessories should be used on this appliance, as per BS 5440 2000 and C.E. test certification.
  • Page 16 Optimax 25 S Connection with concentric fl ue system The unit can be connected to a concentric air/flue duct with a wall or rooftop outlet as shown on the following drawings. Numerous accessories are available on request to meet the various installation requirements.
  • Page 17 Optimax 25 S Vertical Outlet The total length in equivalent metres of the concentric flue must not exceed the maximum lengths stated in the following table, note that each bend gives rise to the stated reduction. For example, a duct = 60/100 composed of 1 bend of 90°...
  • Page 18 Optimax 25 S Connection with 80 mm pipe system Ø80 Ø80 The unit can be connected to a system of sepa- FUMES Remove rate air/flue ducts for a wall or rooftop outlet the closing as shown on the drawings 11 - 12 alongside.
  • Page 19: Terminal Position

    KWMA85A Bend 45° Ø 80 mm male - female Vertical flue terminal KWMA65W KWMA84U Bend 90° Ø 80 mm male - female The stated loss values refer to genuine Ferroli fl ue accessories. KWMA01W Terminal Position D, E fig. 13...
  • Page 20 Optimax 25 S Minimum Dimensions of Flue Terminal Positions Directly below an opening, air brick, 300mm opening windows, etc. Above an opening, air brick, 300mm opening windows, etc. Horizontally to an opening, air brick, 300mm opening windows, etc. 75mm Below gutters, soil pipes or drain pipes...
  • Page 21: Condensate Outlet Connection

    Connection to collective fl ues or single fl ues with natural draught If you are then going to connect the Optimax 25 S boiler to a collective flue or a single flue with natural draught, the flue must be expressly designed by professionally qualified technical personnel in conformity with the standards and rules in force.
  • Page 22: Condensate Discharge

    Optimax 25 S Condensate discharge Where possible the condensate should discharge into an internal soil pipe or waste system. The minimum pipe diameter required is 22 mm, a trap has already been fitted to the appliance with a flexible tail to facilitate the connection to the condensate discharge pipe.
  • Page 23: Service And Maintenance

    All adjustment and conversion operations must be carried out by Qualified Personnel such as the per- sonnel of the Local After-Sales Technical Service. FERROLI declines any responsibility for damage or physical injury caused by unqualified and unauthorized persons tampering with the device.
  • Page 24: Maintenance

    Optimax 25 S Ignition • Open the gas valve upstream of the boiler. • Purge the gas supply and appliance • Switch on the boiler fused spur. • The boiler is now ready to function automatically whenever the external controls call for heating.
  • Page 25: Combustion Analysis

    Optimax 25 S Opening the casing To open the boiler casing, you need to follow the sequence given below and the instructions of fig. 17. 1 Using a screwdriver, fully unscrew the 2 screws “A ” 2 Open by lowering the panel “B ”...
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Optimax 25 S 3.4 Troubleshooting Fault Diagnosis In the event of operating problems or trouble, the display blinks and a fault identification code appears. There are faults that in order to restore operation the RESET button must be pressed or (ref.2 - fig. 1);...
  • Page 27 Optimax 25 S Fault Possible cause Cure Software fault • Software operating fault • Cut off and restore the electricity supply. If the trouble remains, check and/or change the main CVBC No flame after the ignition • Detection electrode fault •...
  • Page 28: Technical Characteristics And Data

    Optimax 25 S 4 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND DATA 4.1 Dimensions and connections Top view CH flow Gas inlet 185,5 50,5 CH return Condense outlet Bottom view fig. 19...
  • Page 29: General View And Main Components

    Optimax 25 S 4.2 General view and main components Flue sensor Airtight chamber Gas inlet CH flow CH return Safety valve Premix fan Combustion chamber Gas injector Ceramic burner Flue outlet manifold Heating pump Heating flow sensor Air separator Automatic air vent...
  • Page 30: Hydraulic Diagram

    Optimax 25 S 4.3 Hydraulic diagram fig. 21 Gas inlet Safety thermostat CH flow Exspansion vessel CH return System pressure gauge (water gauge) Heating safety valve Condensate outlet pipe Premix fan assembly Heat exchanger Heating pump Return sensor Flow temperature sensor...
  • Page 31: Technical Data Table

    Gas system connection (with isolation valve fitted) Heating system connections (with isolation valve fitted) Maximum length of separate flues D=80* (*Measurement given in equivalent linear metres – cfr FERROLI calculation system) Electrical power supply Max electrical power absorbed Electric power drawn by the circulator (Speed I-II-III)
  • Page 32: Diagrams

    Optimax 25 S 4.5 Diagrams Head available for the system fig. 22 1 - 2 - 3 = Pump selector positions A = Boiler losses of head...
  • Page 33: Wiring Diagram

    Optimax 25 S 4.6 Wiring diagram Central heating pump C.h. flow temperature sensor Combination gas valve S4965V1018 Overheat cut-off thermostat DC F02.1 Spark electrode Ionisation electrode Water pressure switch Return sensor Flue temperature sensor TACHO Remove if DSP49A1100 external CPD5.1...
  • Page 34: Benchmark

    2 6 7 BENCHMARK BENCHMARK No. Please add the first 4 digits of the Boiler serial No to complete the BENCHMARK No. GAS BOILER COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST C O L L E C T I V E M A R K BOILER SERIAL No.
  • Page 35: Service Interval Record

    SIGNATURE SERVICE 10 SERVICE 9 DATE DATE ENGINEER NAME ENGINEER NAME COMPANY NAME COMPANY NAME TEL No. TEL No. CORGI ID CARD SERIAL No. CORGI ID CARD SERIAL No. COMMENTS COMMENTS SIGNATURE SIGNATURE FERROLI TECHNICAL HELPLINE - 08707 282 885...
  • Page 36 Should you require help during installation call our Technical Helpline on 08707 282 885 option 1 To book a Ferroli service engineer call Ferroli caresafe on 08707 282 885 option 2 Phone numbers: Installer Service Engineer BECAUSE OF OUR CONSTANT ENDEAVOUR FOR IMPROVEMENT DETAILS MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM THOSE QUOTED IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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