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Grant Vortex Outdoor Module User, Installation And Servicing Instructions

Condensing oil broiler outdoor modules with outputs up to 46kw
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Part No. DOC 52 Rev. 00 October 2004
USER, INSTALLATION
and
SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
GRANT VORTEX
Condensing Oil Boiler range
Outdoor Modules
with outputs up to 46 kW
For use with Kerosene only
After installing the boiler leave these instructions with the User
This appliance is deemed a controlled service and specific regional statutory
requirements may be applicable

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  • Page 1 Part No. DOC 52 Rev. 00 October 2004 USER, INSTALLATION SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS GRANT VORTEX Condensing Oil Boiler range Outdoor Modules with outputs up to 46 kW For use with Kerosene only After installing the boiler leave these instructions with the User...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    It is recommended that the boiler should be regularly serviced, at least once a year, and the details entered below by the service engineer. Date % CO Net flue gas Smoke No. Service engineer/Tel. No. temp. Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    To achieve the maximum efficiencies possible from combine to produce heat and water vapour. The water the Grant Vortex boiler, the heating system should be vapour produced is in the form of superheated steam in designed to the following parameters: the heat exchanger.

  • Page 4: User Instructions

    3 Set the Boiler On/Off switch to on. A neon in the at the bottom. switch lights when it is in the on position. The boiler will now light automatically. Controls for Outdoor modules - Fig. A Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...
  • Page 5 Do not place any combustible material around or on the boiler or flue pipe. Do not place anything against the door of the Outdoor modules that might obstruct the ventilation openings. Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...
  • Page 6 If the system requires frequent re-pressurising, ask your Installer or Service engineer to check the heating system for leaks and to check the expansion vessel air charge. Sealed system filling loop arrangement - Fig. B Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...

  • Page 7: Boiler Technical Information

    Max operating press - sealed sys 2.5 bar Max operating press - open sys * Weight includes burner but excludes flue. All Heating Return connections are in stainless steel pipe - compression fittings must be used. Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...
  • Page 8 The data given above is approximate only. The above settings may have to be adjusted on site for the correct operation of the burner. Gas Oil is not suitable for use with the Grant Vortex boiler range. * Net thermal efficiency.
  • Page 9 3 - BOILER TECHNICAL INFORMATION Boiler dimensions Fig 1a - 15/26 dimensions Fig 1b - 26/36 and 36/46 dimensions Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...

  • Page 10: General Boiler Information

    Department of the Environment and any local Byelaws etc. The Vortex Outdoor modules are part of the Grant range of automatic pressure jet oil boilers have been designed b Model and local Water Undertaking Byelaws.
  • Page 11 " to " BSP male adaptor are Note: Plastic tanks should be adequately and available from Grant Engineering (UK) Limited. uniformly supported on a smooth level surface, across their entire base area. 6 Flexible pipes should be inspected annually when the boiler is serviced and replaced every two years.
  • Page 12 (a flexible fuel line and " to " BSP male adaptor are available from Grant Engineering (UK) Limited). See Section 4.4.6. 5 The pump vacuum should not exceed 0.4 bar. Beyond this limit gas is released from the oil.
  • Page 13 7 Flexible fuel lines and adaptors are available from 2 Return connection Grant Engineering (UK) Ltd. 3 By-pass screw 4 Pressure gauge connection 5 Pressure adjuster 6 Vacuum gauge connection 7 Solenoid 8 Supply to nozzle Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...
  • Page 14 PVC as specified in BS 6500, Table 16. Pipework materials 5 All the wiring external to the boiler must be in General - Grant boilers are compatible with both accordance with the current I.E.E. Wiring Regulations. copper and plastic pipe. Where plastic pipe is used it 6 Any room thermostat or frost thermostat used must must be of an oxygen barrier type.
  • Page 15 750 mm wide. entering into buildings. Care should also be taken that the plume from the condensed flue gases does not cause a nuisance. Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...
  • Page 16 Betzdearborn's Sentinel X100 or Fernox MB-1 is dosed in accordance with the guidelines given in BS 7593:1992. Failure to implement the guidelines will invalidate the warranty. Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...
  • Page 17 See Fig. 10 4 The pressure gauge should have an operating range of 0 to 4 bar. Grant sealed system kits, incorporating circulating pumps are available. 5 The safety valve, set to operate at 2.5 bar, should be fitted in the flow pipework near to the boiler.
  • Page 18 Fig. 11 - Underfloor system Condensate disposal 4.15 When in condensing mode the Grant Vortex boiler produces condensate from the flue gases. Provision Fig. 12 - Condensate trap must be made for the safe and effective removal of the condensate.
  • Page 19 4 - GENERAL BOILER INFORMATION Fig. 13 - Purpose made condensate soakaway Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...

  • Page 20: Boiler Installation

    The flue terminal must be fitted horizontally to boiler heat exchanger. Heat resistant PVC cable, of prevent dripping from the end of the terminal. at least 1.0 mm² cross section should be used within the boiler enclosure. Fig. 14 Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...
  • Page 21 The following components are available from Grant UK. See Fig. 15 Where it is not practical to use the factory supplied 15/26 model low level flue, the Vortex Outdoor Module may be Item Part No. fitted with a vertical flue system.
  • Page 22 5 - BOILER INSTALLATION Fig. 15 - Conventional flue (Green system) Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...
  • Page 23 Filling loop kit 3 If required, fit the Grant sealed system kit, see Pressure gauge Section 5.5. 6 m head circulating pump with 22 mm gate type valves 15 mm copper pressure relief valve discharge pipe 4 A Tectite elbow is fitted to the flow connection.
  • Page 24 Push the panel insulation back to expose the slot. 14 The circulating pump may be wired into the boiler control panel if required. Refer to Section 9. Fig. 16 - Sealed system pump assembly Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...
  • Page 25 Live (brown) to terminal 2 - marked permanent 9 Close the valves either side of the filling loop and live disconnect the loop. Neutral (blue) to terminal 3 - marked mains neutral Earth (green/yellow) to terminal 4 - marked mains earth Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...
  • Page 26 Note: Remove the factory fitted air inlet spigot adaptor (item 6, above) from the air intake on the top right hand side of the burner and fit the grey plastic air inlet grille in its place. Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...

  • Page 27: Commissioning

    See Fig. 17. Open the vent screw on your the pump. vent manifold to vent the supply while the pump is 10 Having ensured that there are no oil leaks, replace the running. burner cover. Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...
  • Page 28 To obtain an accurate flue gas check the system by-pass. temperature and efficiency, the reading can only be measured at the low level flue terminal or the test point on the conventional flue starter elbow where fitted. Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...

  • Page 29: Information For The User

    8 Show the User how to reset the overheat thermostat safe and efficient operation. This should normally and how to restart the boiler if it goes to 'Lock-out'. only be required once a year. Leave this Instruction manual with the User. Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...

  • Page 30: Boiler Servicing

    This information may be required to screws closer to the bottom edge is the highest side validate the Grant extended warranty. and goes against the wall. 3 Remove the burner fixing nut (top of mounting IMPORTANT flange) and withdraw the burner.
  • Page 31 8 - BOILER SERVICING 10 Check that the boiler condensate outlet is unobstructed. Clean if necessary. Fig. 19 - 15/26 Fig. 20 - 26/36 and 36/46 Fig. 21 Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...
  • Page 32 Fig. 22 it is important that re-commissioning is carried out, especially combustion checks (CO level, flue gas temperature and smoke number) after the boiler has been serviced. Refer to the Commissioning instructions starting on page 27. Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...

  • Page 33: Wiring Diagrams

    Grant programmable room thermostat A programmable room thermostat - Part No. RSKIT is available from Grant UK. The thermostat has a 5/2 day operation and enables six time and temperature changes each day. The thermostat incorporates frost protection and an On/Off facility.
  • Page 34 9 - WIRING DIAGRAMS Typical control system wiring diagram Honeywell S Plan (HW & CH controlled by two valves) Fig. 25 Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...

  • Page 35: Fault Finding

    Check all fuel line connections, remake as necessary. 10 Oil odours. Check boiler cleaning cover and seal are correctly fitted. 11 Combustion fumes smell. Check burner is correctly fitted onto flange. Check flue is correctly sealed into flue outlet of boiler. Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...
  • Page 36 10 - FAULT FINDING Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...

  • Page 37: Boiler Spares

    11 - BOILER SPARE PARTS Vortex Outdoor Module - Spare Parts 11.1 Description Part No. Cleaning door nut and washer set ............. EFBS14 Double pole switch ................EFBS19 Test switch ..................EFBS21 Frost thermostat ................EFBS23 Baffle set - 15/26 ................VBS12 Baffle set - 26/36 and 36/46 ..............

  • Page 38: Burner Spares

    RBS118 11 Photocell 3008646 RBS115 28 Control box assembly 3008652 RBS103 12 Capacitor 4.5 µF 3002837 RBS149 29 Solenoid lead 3008851 RBS139 13 Seal kit 3008878 RBS140 30 Cover 3008879 RBS141 31 Air intake cover RBS142 Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...

  • Page 39: Health And Safety Information

    Take care to prevent clothing, especially underwear, from becoming contaminated with oil. Do not put oily rags or tools in pockets, especially trouser pockets. Have first-aid treatment at once for an injury, however slight. Do not inhale any vapours from mineral oils. Grant Vortex Outdoor Module...

  • Page 40: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    14 - EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We declare that the Grant Vortex range of Oil Boilers equipped with Riello RDB burners approved to EN 267: 1991 satisfy the requirements of the following European Directives:- 1. 89/336/EEC - Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Referred to the generic standards EN 55014: 1993, EN 50082: 1: 1992 2.

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