TaBLe of conTenTs Information about your heating system ....................4 fuel quality / pellet delivery ..............................4 1.1.1 Fuel quality ..................................4 1.1.2 Pellet delivery ...................................4 Important addresses and telephone numbers........................4 BioLyt (8-36) wood pellet boiler ............................4 Important notes ............................5 Key to symbols used ................................5 safety instructions ................................5 entering the pellet storage room, storage tank .........................5 cautionary notes .................................6...
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TaBLe of conTenTs 4.11 system information ................................40 4.11.1 Information key for system temperatures and heating circuit information .................40 4.11.2 Information on the boiler status ............................41 4.11.3 Displaying and resetting the consumption meters and cleaning messages ..............43 4.11.4 Changing off-periods for the extraction system ........................46 4.11.5 Special symbols ................................49 4.11.6...
Important addresses and telephone num- bers Dear heating system owner, Heating engineer _________________________ With the purchase of this Hoval BioLyt (8-36) wood pel- let boiler, you have made an excellent choice. It offers ________________________________________ you all the advantages of a modern and efficient heating system.
IMporTanT noTes Important notes • Unsuitable fuel must not be burned Key to symbols used (see Chapter 1.1); otherwise, any Please pay particular attention to the following symbols possible warranty claims will become used in this operating manual. invalid. • Do not carry out any modifications to Failure to observe instructions to this ef- the unit (danger to persons; loss of fect can lead to danger to persons.
Operation and cleaning Periodic cleaning and inspection by the heating engineer or Hoval customer service will not only extend the ser- vice life of the pellet boiler, but also increase its operat- ing safety and ensure that a high combustion efficiency is maintained.
funcTIonaL prIncIpLe of THe HeaTIng sysTeM functional principle of the heating system It is important that the perfectly coordinated individual components function properly to ensure that your home stays warm in winter. COmPOnenTs FUnCTIOn: Wood pellet Burns the pellets safely and in an environmentally friendly boiler manner..
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funcTIonaL prIncIpLe of THe HeaTIng sysTeM Mixing valve Adjusts the heating flow temperature to the radiator to maintain the desired room temperature whatever the out- side temperature. This is achieved by mixing in colder re- turn heating water. Pressure gauge Displays the water pressure in the heating system.
funcTIonaL prIncIpLe of THe HeaTIng sysTeM What happens inside the BioLyt? The BioLyt features a standard pellet hopper and an optional fully-automated pellet feed system. When the The BioLyt has been designed for the low-emission com- integrated pellet hopper is used exclusively, it needs to bustion of wood pellets in accordance with ÖNORM M be refilled manually.
funcTIonaL prIncIpLe of THe HeaTIng sysTeM How does the automatic pellet feed (option) Discharge is stopped as soon as the upper filling level indicator sends the signal for "pellet hopper full." If a mole from the storage room work? or a discharge screw are fitted, the suction turbine runs The pellets are extracted from the storage room either on for a time in order to flush the hoses.
The correct settings for the heating system have already your living room. been applied by Hoval, or the heating engineer, during commissioning. Any changes to those settings should only be carried out if you go away on a trip or if your Basic display home is too cold or too warm.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL operating and display elements 4.4.1 Function of the operating elements The central push & turn button and the labelled keys are designed for easy and straightforward operation. Push & turn button: Change and store values Function keys Function keys 4.4.2 Basic procedure for changing settings An example...
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.4.3 What to do if ... The following information can be used as a first level support in frequently occurring situations. Observation Remedy It is too cold Set higher values for the room temperature with and the ro- tary button (Chapter 4.5.1). Set lower values for the room temperature with and the rotary It is too warm...
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.4.4 The operating elements on the boiler control panel A 2nd electronic heating regulator can be installed here (for 2nd residential unit) if required. Key Designation Function Switch off and block the boiler Blocking switch (e.g for cleaning). Daytime room temperature Set the daytime room temperature.
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HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL Designation Function Operating mode selection key Select the operating modes � � � Turn off the heating system while you are on holiday (frost Holiday protection) Chap. 4.6.1 - 4.6.3 Switch off the heating temporarily Chap.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL Main settings These adjustments can also be carried out on a room station. 4.5.1 Changing the room temperature 4.5.1.1 Setting the desired room temperature, day Start - Basic display MO. 16 AUG. ' 04 14: 0 0 62.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.5.1.2 Setting the desired reduced (night-time) temperature Start - Basic display MO. 16 AUG. ' 04 14: 0 0 62. 5 Tap the “Reduced room temperature” key. The night-time room temperature set- If “MC1” is shown on the display, you point flashes.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL operating modes 4.6.1 Function of the operating modes Operating mode Function Application HOLIDAY - Heating system off while you are on holiday. You are going on holiday for e.g. 1 week and - Room temperature set to minimum (10ºC). you know the date of your return. - Calorifier frost protected (5 ºC). Chap.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.6.2 Operating modes for holiday and absence? Depending on how long you will be away and what your requirements are with regard to comfort, there are different operating modes available for interrupting or reducing the heat- ing. In any case, you will save a lot of energy and money if the rooms are not heated or heated less during your absence.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.6.3 Changing the operating mode - for "HOLIDAY TIL," "ABSENT TIL" and "PARTY TIL." Procedure for activating the operating modes “HOLIDAY TIL,” “ABSENT TIL” or “PARTY TIL.” Tap the “Operating mode selection” � � � key. “OP. MODE” is displayed briefly. OP.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.6.4 Changing the operating mode - for "AUTOMATIC," "SUMMER," "HEATING," "RED. HEATING" and "STANDBY" Procedure for activating the operating modes “AUTOMATIC,” “SUMMER,” “HEATING,” “RED. HEATING” and “STANDBY” Follow the steps 1 to 3 described in Chapter 4.6.3 “Changing the operating mode”! "AUTOMATIC,"...
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL switching times (heating times) In this menu, you can set individual switching times programs for the heating and DHW modes. The default heating times preset by the manufacturer are overwritten. However, you can restore the default times easily (see Chapter 4.10.5).
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.7.3 Changing the switching times (heating times) Start - Basic display MO. 16 AUG. ' 04 14: 0 0 62. 5 Press the “push & turn button” for at least 3 sec. “TIMEPROGRAMS” is shown flashing on the display. TIMEPROGRAMS Tap the “push &...
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HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL Change the flashing value by turning The first day of the week is shown flash- 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 the “push & turn button.” ing on the display. 06.
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HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL Tap the “push & turn button” to ac- knowledge the set end time. After confirmation of the end time, the 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 day of the week flashes again. 06.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.7.4 Copying switching times Follow the steps 1 to 8 described in Chapter 4.7.3 “Changing the switching times”! Select “COPY,” “DAY” by turning the “push & turn button.” The settings flash on the display. COPY Tap the “push & turn button” to ac- knowledge the settings.
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HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL Tap the “push & turn button” briefly to acknowledge the setting. Confirmation for correct copying of COPY day(s). The same value as in the preceding ac- Target range for the next copy process COPY MO tion is copied to the target range! is shown flashing on the display.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL Heating curve 4.8.1 Heating curve (heating characteristic curve) The heating curve describes the flow temperature of a heating system as a function of the outside temperature. The heating curve is preset by the installer *. Carry out temporary changes to the room temperature settings via the “Daytime room temperature”...
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL Turn the push & turn button to set fur- ther heating circuits... “Heating curves” appears again on the For example “MC” (flashing). display. HEAT. CURVE 1. 0 0 Tap the “Operating mode selection” key The start display is shown (basic dis- to acknowledge the settings.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.9.2 Manual DHW re-charging In the case of increased hot water demand, it is possible to conduct a temporary additional heat-up of the calorifier. The calorifier is then re-charged once according to the set daytime hot water temperature. Start - Basic display MO.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.9.3 Domestic hot water economy temperature (reduced temperature) Start - Basic display MO. 16 AUG. ' 04 14: 0 0 62. 5 Press the “push & turn button” for 3 seconds. “Switching times” is shown flashing on TIMEPROGRAMS the display.
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HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL The reduced night-time DHW tempera- ture flashes. NIGHT 40. 0 Select the desired temperature value by turning the “push & turn button.” Tap the “push & turn button” to ac- knowledge the setting. Tap the “Operating mode selection” The start display is shown (basic dis- key.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.10 further settings 4.10.1 Setting the clock Follow the steps 1 to 3 described in Chapter 4.9.3 “Domestic hot water economy temperature”! Select “Time-date” by turning the “push & turn button.” “Time-date” is shown flashing on the TIME - DATE display.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.10.2 Setting the date “Year” is shown flashing on the display Continuation of ”Setting the clock” YEAR - acknowledge. (Chapter 4.10.1). Change the year setting by turning the 2004 “push & turn button” - acknowledge. Return to the starting page and save “Day...Month”...
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.10.4 Setting the language Follow the steps 1 to 3 described in You will be prompted for the desired Chapter 4.9.3 “Domestic hot water language when switching on the con- economy temperature”! trol system for the first time. Changing the language is also possible during normal operation.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.10.5 Reloading the standard switching times program - Deleting your own time program This function allows you to reset all val- ues preset at the factory! Follow the steps 1 to 3 described in Chapter 4.9.3 “Domestic hot water economy temperature”! Tap the “push &...
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HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL Tap the “push & turn button” to ac- knowledge the selected value “Reset / HC” is displayed. RESET Press and hold the “push & turn but- ton” for 3 sec. "Reset / OK" is displayed to acknowl- RESET edge.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.10.6 Manual operation The following information is intended for the heating engineer only This function key is also used for emission measurement when it is only pressed briefly. - see installation instructions; combustion control All pumps are operating without restrictions. Available mixers are disconnected and can be operated manually, if necessary, depending on the heat demand. CAUTIOn: - The DHW temperature can reach the level of the boiler temperature setpoint.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.11 system information 4.11.1 Information key for system temperatures and heating circuit information Actual val- Outside temperature OUTSIDE 7. 5 turn to left turn to right Heat generator Starts Heat generator tempera- ture STARTS HEAT GENER. 64.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.11.2 Information on the boiler status Viewing the current status of the heat generator. Start - Basic display MO. 16 AUG. ' 04 14: 0 0 62. 5 Press the “push & turn button” for 3 seconds. “SWITCHING TIMES”...
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HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL Tap the “push & turn button” to ac- knowledge the selected value “Status” is shown flashing on the dis- play. STATUS Turn the "push & turn button" to find the following values: Boiler status STATUS 0 Burner OFF, The burner is off and the boiler is Quiescent state in standby mode.
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.11.3 Displaying and resetting the consumption meters and cleaning messages Start - Basic display MO. 16 AUG. ' 04 14: 0 0 62. 5 Press the “push & turn button” for 3 seconds. “SWITCHING TIMES” is shown flash- ing on the display.
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HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL “COUNTER” is shown flashing on the COUNTER display. Tap the “push & turn button” to ac- knowledge the selected value "USAGE 1" is shown flashing on the display. USAGE 1 Turn the "push & turn button" to find the following values: Viewing the consumption meters Pellet consumption for period:...
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HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL As an example, the procedure for resetting consumption meter 1 is described from step 12 onwards. "RESET USAGE1" is shown flashing RESET USAGE1 on the display. Tap the “push & turn button” to ac- knowledge the selected value “OFF”...
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.11.4 Changing off-periods for the extraction system Start - Basic display MO. 16 AUG. ' 04 14: 0 0 62. 5 Press the “push & turn button” for 3 seconds. “SWITCHING TIMES” is shown flash- ing on the display. TIMEPROGRAMS Select "FFA"...
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HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL “FILLING” is shown flashing on the dis- FILLING play. Tap the “push & turn button” to ac- knowledge the selected value "PARAMETER 6" is shown flashing on the display. PARAMETER 6 12: 3 0 Turn the "push & turn button" to find the following values: Changing the off-periods Time...
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HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL Set the desired time by turning the Repeat steps 11-15 if you wish “push & turn button.” to enter further off-periods. Tap the “push & turn button” to ac- knowledge the selected value Tap the "Information" key three times. The start display is shown (ba- sic display).
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.11.5 Special symbols Ice crystal symbol: System frost protection activated MO. 16 AUG. ' 04 14: 0 0 62. 5 Sunshade symbol: Summer disconnection active (heating switched off, DHW MO. 16 AUG. ' 04 according to program). ...
HeaTIng sysTeM conTroL 4.11.7 Optional accessories Room station Rs-T The Room station RS-T offers additional operating convenience through de- centralised monitoring and intervention options, since every heating circuit can be assigned with its own individual room station. Moreover, the central unit contains various control and regulating functions which can only be activated in conjunction with a room station.
fauLT repaIr fault repair Blocking switch and reset button The controller comprises a comprehensive alarm logic which displays the fault type by means of the correspond- ing error code, depending on the unit version. If the display shows "Error," press the Reset button under the hinged cover.
fauLT repaIr overview of alarms, heating regulator TopTronic ® FAULT RePORTInG OVeRVIeW TopTronic ® Status Designation Fault type Code Remark System External sensor Interruption 10-0 System External sensor Short-circuit 10-1 System Boiler sensor Interruption 11-0 System Boiler sensor Short-circuit 11-1 System Flow sensor 1 Interruption 12-0 MC1=off, YK1=no current...
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Regulator with address 10 is System Activity 70-8 missing System Activity Data bus error 70-9 No Hoval regulator System HP return sensor Return min. temp. below setpoint 85-4 System HP return sensor Return max. temp. exceeded 85-5 Heat source min. temp. below...
Vacuum not OK Clean burner and boiler (see Chapter "Maintenance“); if fault occurs repeatedly at short intervals, contact Hoval heating engineer e:33 Ignition not successful Clean boiler (see Chapter "Maintenance“); if fault occurs repeatedly, (no increase in combustion chamber temperature dur-...
- Actuate automatic air vent by hand Please Please use the above checklist If you are not able to resolve the when carrying out the checks in the fault, please contact the heat- note! case of malfunctions. ing engineer or Hoval Customer Service. 4 211 325 / 00...
cHecKIng THe WaTer LeveL/ coMMIssIonIng checking the water level commissioning When commissioning the system, also observe the notes If the system pressure is too low (check in the installation manual. pressure gauge), inform your installer or top it up with water. 1.
MaInTenance Maintenance Your Hoval BioLyt (8-36) pellet boiler is equipped with a fully automatic cleaning device. Both the ash from the burner and the fly ash in the heat exchanger are dis- charged automatically into the ash box. Thus, the only cleaning work you need to perform regularly is to empty the ash box.
MaInTenance 6. To empty the box, release the two top spring clips (3) Acknowledge the selected value. and remove the lid (4). 7. When you have emptied the box, ensure that the lid COUNTER closes tight (check sealing)! 8.1.3 Fitting the ash box Turn the push &...
MaInTenance annual maintenance or major maintenance 8.2.2 Cleaning the flue gas collector Once per year or at the latest when the message W:41 1. Open the cover of the flue gas collector: appears on the display (if activated in the boiler control- - Release four screws (1, Fig.
MaInTenance 8.2.3 Cleaning the flue gas sensors 6. Lubricate the following components (Fig. 07) with ad- hesive lubricating grease: 1. Remove the rear casing panels - Guide rails (A) 2. Remove the lambda probe (2, Fig. 08) and clean us- - Lever-shaping pipe contact points (B) ing a brush and vacuum cleaner - Lever pivot points (C)
MaInTenance 1. Remove the burner cover after first releasing the self- 1. Clean the combustion chamber: tapping screw on the back of the pellet hopper. - Use the vacuum cleaner to remove the ash above 2. Dismantle the secondary air connection (1, Fig. 10) the burner plate in the combustion chamber.
MaInTenance 8.2.6 Cleaning/ checking the burner mechanism 8.2.8 Further information … 1. Open the maintenance aperture (E, Fig. 11) of the The following components are maintenance-free and burner mechanism via the rotary valve and remove do not require servicing: fine particles using a vacuum cleaner. • Primary air blower 2.
HoW you can save energy / DIsposaL InsTrucTIons How you can save energy Insulation will help retain precious heat. The room temperatures and the operating periods of the Take advantage of these possibilities and... heating system have a significant influence on fuel con- sumption.
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