Grant Vortex Pro Installation & Servicing Instructions Manual

Grant Vortex Pro Installation & Servicing Instructions Manual

Kitchen/utility, system and boiler house floor standing condensing oil boiler range
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Grant Vortex Pro
Kitchen/Utility, System and Boiler House Floor Standing Condensing
Oil Boiler Range
Installation & Servicing Instructions
Part No. Doc 37 Rev.19 May 2012
D317

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  • Page 1 Grant Vortex Pro Kitchen/Utility, System and Boiler House Floor Standing Condensing Oil Boiler Range Installation & Servicing Instructions Part No. Doc 37 Rev.19 May 2012 D317...
  • Page 2: Commissioning Report

    All goods sold are subject to our official Conditions of Sale, a copy of which may be obtained on application. © Grant Engineering (UK) Limited 2012. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any means without prior written consent.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 8 Electrical 1 Introduction Connecting the power supply How a condensing boiler works Fit the programmer Boiler description Connect the power supply - boiler house models Boiler components Frost protection 2 Technical Data Control system wiring diagrams Boiler technical data Boiler control panel wiring diagrams Sealed system data 9 Flue &...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    As no flue adaptor To achieve maximum performance used in this manual for the purposes is supplied with the boiler it will be from the Grant Vortex Pro boiler, it is listed below: necessary to purchase the Grant recommended that the heating system...
  • Page 5: Boiler Components

    Consisting of three sections: panel (pull the panel forward at the top, adaptor are available to purchase then lift off) as shown in Fig. 1.1. from Grant UK, for two-pipe oil supply • Concentric white painted flue pipe systems, Part No. RBS104.
  • Page 6: Technical Data

    2 Technical Data 2.1 Boiler Technical data - Vortex Pro Kitchen/Utility Kitchen/Utility System Boiler House 58/70 15/26 26/36 36/46 26/36 36/46 46/58 Model 15/21 15/26 26/36 46/58 58/70 Water content litre 16.5 * Weight (dry) 126.5 Max. heat output (kerosene)
  • Page 7: Vortex Boiler Using Class C2 Kerosene

    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 Pro boiler range. The net flue gas temperatures given above are ± 10%.
  • Page 8: Boiler Dimensions

    2.6 Boiler dimensions Note: The 26/36, 36/46 Dual thermostat is mounted on a bracket and a separate flow pipe is used. See Section 5.4. The 46/58, 58/70 Dual thermostat is fitted into the top of the PLAN VIEW boiler and a side flow tapping is used. Return Boiler House model Dimension...
  • Page 9 PLAN VIEW Safety valve Flow - 28mm push-fit Cold fill Flue centre line 170 61 Flue spigot Alternative condensate drain outlets LEFT SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW RIGHT SIDE VIEW Figure 2-4: 26/36, 36/46 Kitchen/Utility and Kitchen/Utility System dimensions Note: Cover plate on PLAN VIEW each side slides forwards to provide...
  • Page 10: Oil Storage & Supply System

    " to " BSP male adaptor are To be used with a two-pipe system, the available to purchase from Grant UK, burner must be fitted with an additional Plastic tanks should be adequately Part No. RBS36.
  • Page 11 Head A Maximum pipe run (m) 10mm OD pipe 12mm OD pipe Fire valve Fire sensor valve Shut-off valve Section 3.2 Filter Shut-off valve Supply Return Vent pipe Fill Level pipe gauge Fuel return storage valve tank Shut-off Sludge valve valve Figure 3-2: Two pipe system Fire...
  • Page 12: Burner Oil Connection

    (a flexible fuel hose (900 mm) Vacuum gauge port " to " BSP male adaptor are For ease of access to the fuel pump, to available to purchase from Grant UK, Solenoid fit the by-pass screw and connect the oil Part No. RBS36. Nozzle outlet lines, the burner can be removed from the boiler.
  • Page 13 Main Burner Components Kitchen/Utility models are supplied Burner Connection It may be necessary to remove the with the burner fitted. Fit the burner to If a two pipe system is to be used refer burner from Kitchen/Utility boilers to a Boiler House model as follows: to Section 3.2.
  • Page 14: Boiler Installation Information

    Information pack to the householder. 4.5 Regulations Compliance 3. Lift off the case top panel(s) and Installation of a Grant VORTEx Pro boiler remove the water connecting fittings. must be in accordance with the following Before starting any work on the...
  • Page 15: Completion

    To achieve the maximum efficiency with the boiler) is completed in full. pipe is used it must be of the oxygen possible from the Grant VORTEx Pro barrier type and be of the correct boiler, the heating system should be Leave the top copy with the User.
  • Page 16: Pipe Connections

    5 Pipe Connections 5.2 Water Connections - 5.1 Water Connections Pipe entry/exit holes in case System Models All Kitchen/Utility models except the The Flow and Return pipework can 46/58 and 58/70 have holes to enable be routed to either side of the boiler, A 15 mm discharge pipe must be connected the pipework to exit the boiler casing.
  • Page 17: Water Connections - Bolier House Models

    Thermostat point on the primary heat exchanger. 2. Rotate the pipe to the required phials If a Grant low level balanced flue direction and fully tighten the nut. Pockets (Yellow system) or external balanced 3. Remove and retain the two screws...
  • Page 18: Condensate Disposal

    Grant connected to septic tanks. product warranty. Condensate should not be discharged 32 mm waste pipe external to the building...
  • Page 19: Condensate Trap

    If connecting the condensate discharge NOTE (either internally or externally) into a Grant VORTEx Pro boilers are supplied waste system or soil stack - the sealing with a factory-fitted condensate trap to cap must be fitted in the trap outlet.
  • Page 20: Relocate The Trap

    6.9 Relocate the Trap 6. From the front of boiler, remove the 12. Re-fit the trap to the mounting straight connector end of the flexible bracket. To re-locate the factory-fitted trap hose from the top of the condensate The mounting bracket supplied with outside the boiler casing, use the trap.
  • Page 21: Sealed Systems

    See Figure 7-1 near to the boiler. All Grant VORTEx Pro boilers are The pipework between the safety valve and Ensure that the expansion vessel used suitable for use with sealed systems boiler must be unrestricted, i.e.
  • Page 22: System Models

    7.2 System Models 7.3 Fill the Sealed System NOTE All System models have the following Automatic air vent(s) are fitted to the top sealed system components factory fitted of the boiler (see Figure 7-3). Check that (refer to Figure 7-3):- the small cap on the top of each air vent The air pressure in the vessel must be is screwed on fully, then unscrew it one...
  • Page 23: Vent The Pump

    3. Using a suitable screwdriver rotate 7. Continue to fill the system until the 5. Water may be released from the the exposed spindle about one turn. pressure gauge indicates between system by manually operating the 0.5 and 1.0 bar. Close the fill point safety valve until the system design 4.
  • Page 24: Electrical

    8 Electrical The VORTEx Pro boiler requires a 8.1 Connecting the Power Supply 6. Ensure that all external wiring is 230/240 V ~ 50 Hz supply. It must be (Kitchen/Utility models only) adequately supported. protected by a 5 Amp fuse.
  • Page 25: Frost Protection

    For other systems not covered, contact the house in such a place that it can boiler/overheat thermostat into the Grant Engineering (UK) Ltd. detect any rise and fall in the ambient thermostat pocket in the top of the air temperature, i.e. in a room with a boiler.
  • Page 26: Control System Wiring Diagrams

    (if fitted) Wiring Centre Frost Thermostat Pump Supply to burner Grant 2-Channel Wall Mounted Programmer Boiler Terminal Block (Ref. ESKIT) Remove link 1 to 4 when plug-in programmer is fitted Figure 8-1: Kitchen/Utility models with 3-port valve control system Grey...
  • Page 27 Pipe Thermostat (if fitted) Wiring Centre Frost Thermostat Pump Burner Grant 2-Channel Boiler Wall Mounted Programmer Terminal Blocks (Ref. ESKIT) Remove link 1 to 4 when plug-in programmer is fitted Figure 8-3: System models with 3-port valve control system Grey...
  • Page 28: Boiler Control Panel Wiring Diagrams

    (if fitted) Wiring Centre Frost Thermostat Pump Control Overheat stat stat Grant 2-Channel Burner Wall Mounted Programmer L N E (Ref. ESKIT) Figure 8-5: Boiler House models with 3-port valve control system 8.6 Boiler Control Panel Wiring diagrams Burner Mains Supply: Use 2 pole isolator with power ‘ON’...
  • Page 29 1 & 4 MUST be removed Terminal 101112 when the plug-in programmer is 1 2 3 Blocks fitted to the control panel. OPTIONAL: Grant Electronic Boiler 7-day plug-in programmer On/Off Control Limit (Ref. EPKIT) Switch Thermostat Thermostat Colour code:...
  • Page 30: Flue & Air Supply

    5 kW of output can be ignored. For Figure 9-2: Air supply for conventional flue boilers all other cases refer to BS 5410 Part 2 1978. VORTEX Pro boilers - Ventilation areas Output 15/21 kW 15/26 kW 26/36 kW...
  • Page 31: Conventional Flue Systems

    750 mm from the hybrid system, it will be necessary cannot escape. Up to 1.5 l/h of the terminal. to purchase the Grant CF adaptor kit condensate can be produced in a If an existing chimney is to be used, (Ref. CFA15/70).
  • Page 32 Locking band Wx 450/100 100mm dia. x 450mm Boiler flue connector Wx 450/125 125mm dia. x 450mm Wx 950/100 100mm dia. x 950mm Wx 950/125 125mm dia. x 950mm Boiler Figure 9-3: Grant Orange flue system in a typical brick chimney...
  • Page 33: Connecting A Conventional Flue

    – as shown in Figure 9-5. 5. Kitchen/Utility models only - Re-fit the rear top casing panel to the boiler – fitting it over the boiler Figure 9-4: Hybrid flue system using Grant Orange and Green system components connector.
  • Page 34: Balanced Flue Systems

    The High Level (horizontal) balanced balanced flue options are available for flue (White system) allows the flue to use with the Grant VORTEx boilers. rise vertically within the building before All are suitable for use with Class C2 exiting through the wall horizontally.
  • Page 35 The flue system may be offset using 45° only) designed to be fitted inside an existing The Grant Red system flexible stainless elbows (ref. ELB K2145/90 models up masonry chimney. See Figure 9-8. steel liner is directional. The arrows to 26 kW output or ELB K22 145.200 for...
  • Page 36 Telescopic flue (lower) not cause a nuisance. The components listed on the following Locking band page for the external flue (Green system) components are available from Grant Starter section Boiler Figure 9-8: Red system balanced flue (15/21 and 15/26 only)
  • Page 37 Vertical terminal kit GTV90 (15 - 26 kW) GTV200 (26 - 70 kW) 45 elbow kit GE45/90 (15 - 26 kW) GE45/200 (26 - 70 kW) High level terminal kit GTH90 (15 - 26 kW) GTH200 (26 - 70 kW) Typical Extended wall bracket flue system...
  • Page 38 Distances measured to rim of terminal. Terminal position Min. distance (mm) Below a gutter or sanitary pipework 600 * Clearances recommended by Grant UK Horizontal from an opening, air brick or window in accordance with British Standards Above ground or balcony level and Building Regulations.
  • Page 39: Prepare The Wall

    9.5 Prepare the Wall Note: This dimension is given with If the boiler is to be used with a low level the boiler pushed back against balanced flue (Yellow system) make the the rear wall. Any clearances hole in the wall for the flue as shown in Boiler must be added to it.
  • Page 40: Commissioning

    10 Commissioning Mains On neon HEATING OVERHEAT BOILER TEMPERATURE RESET SYSTEM PRESSURE HEATING TEMPERATURE BOILER OVERHEAT RESET Front panel Programmer On/Off Overheat fixing clips (if fitted) switch thermostat reset button Pressure gauge Boiler (under cover) (System models only) thermostat Lock-out Front panel removed button (pull forward at top, then lift off)
  • Page 41: Switching On

    9. Ensure the automatic air vent on the 10.4 Balancing the System NOTE condensing heat exchanger is open. 1. When the boiler has been adjusted 10. Check that all fuel line valves are open. and is running satisfactorily, balance the central heating system by It is important that the oil pressure is 11.
  • Page 42: Air Adjuster Disc - 15/21 Only

    10.6 Air Adjuster disc - 15/21 only CAUTION To adjust the 15/21 air adjuster disc when downrating - See Figure 10-2 If there is any possibility of the boiler 1. Ensure the boiler is isolated from the being left during frost conditions, electrical supply.
  • Page 43: Boiler Servicing

    5. Check the condition of the front This information may be required to close the fuel supply valve. cleaning door seal, replace if validate the Grant extended warranty. necessary. Allow the boiler to cool. WARNING 6. Replace the baffles, ensuring they The data label on the inside of the case are correctly fitted.
  • Page 44: Cleaning The Burner

    Right baffles Left baffles Figure 11-1: 15/21 baffles Figure 11-2: 15/26 baffles Reduced height top baffles Position in vertical plane fitted to 46/58 IMPORTANT: The ends of the turbulators must be vertical 4. Nozzle: The nozzle should be replaced on an annual service. Top baffle Check that the nozzle size and type Bottom baffle...
  • Page 45 4 ± 0.3 mm Electrode clamp screw +0.5 Clamp screw 3 to 3.5 mm 5.75 -0.2 Diffuser clamp screw Figure 11-5: 15/21, 15/26, 26/36, 36/46 Diffuser disc electrode settings +0.7 - 0.5 +0.5 46/58 or 58/70 models The procedure is as follows: Figure 11-7: 46/58, 58/70 electrode settings 1.
  • Page 46: Fault Finding

    12 Fault Finding 12.1 Boiler Fault Finding Always isolate the electricity supply to the boiler before working on the boiler. Fault Boiler will not start: Remedies No fuel supply. Ensure that an adequate supply of fuel is available and that the fuel supply valve is open. Check the condition of the fuel filter, clean if necessary.
  • Page 47: Burner Fault Finding

    12.2 Burner Fault Finding - Riello RdB burners...
  • Page 48: Spare Parts

    13 Spare Parts This section gives exploded views of the Riello burners in the Grant VORTEx Pro boilers, and parts lists associated with them 13.1 Riello RdB1, RdB2 and RdB2.2 burners Figure 13-1: Riello RDB1, RDB2 and RDB2.2 burner components diagram...
  • Page 49 Riello RdB1, RdB2 and RdB2.2 burner parts list Key No. Grant Part No. description Riello Part No. Not applicable Flange 3005786 RBS119 3002507 RBS146 Combustion head T1 - 15/21 kW Combustion head T2 - 15/26 3002423 RBS147 Combustion head T3 - 26/36...
  • Page 50: Riello Rdb3.2 Burner Spares

    13.2 Riello RdB3.2 burner Figure 13-2: Riello RDB3.2 burner components diagram...
  • Page 51 Riello RdB3.2 burner parts list Key No. Grant Part No. description Riello Part No. 3008637 RBS153 Flange 3002572 RBS163 Combustion head 3020180 RBS154 Diffuser disc assembly 3002570 RBS164 Nozzle holder 3008794 RBS129 High voltage lead 3008957 RBS165 Collar 3008963 RBS156...
  • Page 52: Boiler Spares

    13.3 Boiler parts list description Part No. EFBS14 Cleaning door nut and washer set Double pole switch EFBS19 Baffle set (complete) - 15/21 VBS93 Baffle set (complete) - 15/26 VBS01 VBS36 Baffle set (complete) - 26/36 and 36/46 Baffle set (complete) - 46/58 VBS76 Baffle set (complete) - 58/70 VBS77...
  • Page 53: Health & Safety Information

    14 Health and Safety Information 14.2 Insulation Materials 14.3 Kerosene and Gas Oil Fuels Under the Consumer Protection Act (mineral oils) 1987 and Section 6 of the Health Material Types: Silicone elastomer. Work & Safety at Act 1974, we are Known Hazards: The effect of mineral required to provide information on description: Sealant and adhesive.
  • Page 54: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    15 EC Declaration of Conformity In EU Countries In non-EU Countries We declare that the Grant VORTEx range of Oil Boilers equipped with Riello The following information is provided In non-EU countries, dispose of electrical RDB burners approved to EN 267: 1999...
  • Page 55: Warranty

    Ask your installer to contact Grant dear Customer Engineering (UK) Ltd. Service commissioned and serviced in You are now the proud owner of a Grant Department on 01380 736920 who will accordance with the installation and Vortex Pro condensing boiler from Grant servicing manual.
  • Page 56 For further peace of mind Grant Engineering (UK) Ltd. offer the option to insure all the components of your Grant Vortex Pro boiler for a further three years, following on from the two year product warranty period. For a single...
  • Page 57: Notes

    17 Notes...

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