Boiler Water Connections - Ferroli OPTIMAX HE PLUS 18 S Instructions For Use, Installation And Maintenance

OPTIMAX HE PLUS 18 S

2.3 Boiler water connections

The heating capacity of the unit should be previously established by calculating the building's heat requi-
rement according to current regulations. For good operation and long life of the boiler, the plumbing
system must be well proportioned and always complete with all those accessories that guarantee regular
operation and running, room thermostat, trv's etc. The flow and return must be a minimum diameter of
22mm for the first 3 metres from the appliance.
If the flow and return pipes follow a path where air pockets could form in certain places, it is essential
to install vent valves at these points. Also, install type "A" drain cock device at the lowest points in the
system to allow complete draining.
The temperature differential between the flow manifold and the return to the boiler should not exceed
20° C.
A minimum flow of 6 litres/min is required through the
heat exchanger, calibrated on site. An automatic by-pass
is fitted to the boiler which will provide this flow rate in
most circumstances.
Do not use the water system pipes to earth electri-
cal appliances.
Before installation, carefully flush all the pipes of the
heating system to remove residues or impurities that
could affect the unit's operation (BS 7593 Building regs
Doc L).
Make the connections to the appliance as shown in fig.
10.
Key
1 System flow (22 mm with isolation valve fitted)
3 Gas inlet (22 mm with isolation valve fitted)
5 System return - 22 mm with isolation valve fitted (c/w
filter)
6 Pressure Relief Valve
It is essential to install the isolation valves supplied between the boiler and heating system, allowing the
boiler to be isolated from the system if necessary.
The safety valve outlet must be connected to a 15mm diameter copper pipe, with a continual
fall from the boiler to allow system water out onto the ground in the event of over-pressure in
the heating circuit. If this is not done, and the drain valve trips and floods the room, the boiler
manufacturer is not to be held responsible. The outlet should face back against the outer bri-
ckwork or building face to prevent harm or injury from hot water discharging in the event of an
over-pressurising system.
Make the boiler connection in such a way that its internal pipes are free of stress.
Cod. 3540L826 - 04/2009 (Rev. 00)
fig. 10
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