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PulsaCoil BP Hot water cylinder utilising off-peak electric with an optional solar version Design, Installation & Servicing Instructions Models covered in this manual PulsaCoil PCBP 120 PulsaCoil PCBP 150 PulsaCoil PCBP 180 PulsaCoil PCBP 220...
Regulations. The Benchmark Checklist can be used to demonstrate compliance with Building Regulations and should be provided to the customer for future reference. Gledhill’s fi rst priority is to give a high quality service to our customers. Installers are required to carry out installation, commissioning and servicing work in...
All goods are sold subject to our Conditions of Sale, which are set out at the rear of this manual. In the interest of continuously improving the PulsaCoil range, Gledhill Building Products Ltd reserve the right to modify the product without notice, and in these circumstances this document, which is accurate at the time of printing, should be disregarded.
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DESIGN 1. Bottom (Off-Peak) immersion heater Cistern can be provided with a (1H_1) Top up cistern visual sight glass or ballvalve 2. Top (On-Peak) immersion heater (IH_2) and overflow connector as 3. CW inlet optional extras if required. 4. HW outlet 5.
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Note : Both immersion heaters are low watts density type with incaloy 825 sheaths and are specially manufactured to suit Thermal Stores. It is recommended that any replacements should be obtained from Gledhill Building Products. Optional Extra Equipment • In line scale inhibitor for mains water...
DESIGN Appliance Dimensions Height Width Depth *Min maintenance Model access to comply with the Water Regulations PCBP 120 1131 (ballvalve model only) PCBP 150 1332 PCBP 180 1533 PCBP 220 1734 Top up cistern Note: The Appliance dimensions above do not allow for the100mm high installation base.
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DESIGN PLAN OF APPLIANCE CONNECTIONS Connection Details/Dimensions For Top Of Unit The PulsaCoil BP units are supplied on an installation base to allow the pipe runs to connect to the appliance from any direction. It is easier if all pipes protrude vertically in the cut out area shown.
DESIGN Hot and Cold Water System The hot water flow rate from the PulsaCoil BP is directly related to the adequacy of the General cold water supply to the dwelling. This must be capable of providing for those services, A schematic layout of the hot and cold water services in a typical small dwelling is which could be required to be supplied shown below.
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However, if it is proposed to use a ‘whole body’ or similar shower with a number of high fl ow/pressure outlets please discuss with the Gledhill technical department. The hot water supply to a shower-mixing valve should be fed wherever practical directly from the PulsaCoil BP or be the fi rst draw-off point on the hot circuit.
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DESIGN Electrical Installation ON PEAK 230V, 50Hz The Schematic arrangement of the wiring within the PulsaCoil BP is shown opposite. The whole of the electrical installation shall be OFF PEAK designed and installed by a competent person 230V, 50Hz fully in accordance with the latest edition of the Requirements for Electrical installations BS 7671.
INSTALLATION The appliance is designed to be installed in an airing/cylinder cupboard and the relevant minimum dimensions are provided in the Technical Data section of this manual. Because of the ease of installation we recommend that the cupboard construction is completed and painted before installation of the appliance.
INSTALLATION Preparation/placing the appliance in position. The appliance is supplied shrink wrapped on a timber installation base with the F&E cistern on top of the unit. Carrying handles are also provided in the back of the casing. The appliance should be handled carefully to avoid damage and the recommended method is shown above.
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INSTALLATION Pipework connections The position of the pipework connections is shown opposite. The exact location dimensions are listed in the Technical Data section of this manual. All the connections are also labelled on the appliance. It is essential that the pipework is connected to the correct connection.
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INSTALLATION Electrical Connection - Standard Appliance It is normally envisaged that the top up cistern will be located in the same cupboard as the PulsaCoil BP appliance itself to maintain a dry roof space. The PulsaCoil BP immersion heater wiring/ connections should be carried out by a The cold feed/open vent pipework (as supplied) should be used to install the top up competent person to the IEE Requirements for...
At the time of commissioning, complete all relevant sections of the Benchmark Checklist located on the inside back pages of this document. This must be completed during commissioning and left with the product to meet the Warranty conditions off ered by Gledhill. COMMISSIONING Page 16...
(such as copper). After this, spares can be obtained direct from 9. DO ensure that the functioning and control of the system is explained to the Gledhill using the ‘Speed Spares’ service, or occupant. through any of the larger plumbers merchants/ 10.
APPENDIX Water Savings Water Related Costs Can Be Reduced By Good Plumbing Practice 2 tap 5, 6 or half open Over 8 l/m 20 l/m Unregulated Fitted with regulator TAPS & MIXERS 4 Fixing Options For Taps & Mixers 1. MK Range - Combined Regulators & Aerator for screwing onto Taps &...
Make sure you and This assessment will cover the largest unit within each product range manufactured any others helping know the route by Gledhill. you intend to take that it is clear of any obstructions. Never jerk the load as this will add a little extra force and For specific weights and dimensions please refer to technical data section.
AMD.DECEMBER 2013 CONDITIONS OF SALE & GUARANTEE TERMS Gledhill (Building Products) Ltd (“We” or “Gledhills”) only do business upon the Conditions which appear below (i) free of all charge during the first year after delivery and no other. Unless we so agree in writing these Conditions shall apply in full to any supply of goods by us to the by us.
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(2) above. We shall Gledhill have a policy of continuous product development not be responsible for and the Purchaser will indemnify us against liability in respect of damage caused to and may introduce product modifications from time to time.
MAINS PRESSURE HOT WATER STORAGE SYSTEM COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST This Commissioning Checklist is to be completed in full by the competent person who commissioned the storage system as a means of demonstrating compliance with the appropriate Building Regulations and then handed to the customer to keep for future reference. Failure to install and commission this equipment to the manufacturer’s instructions may invalidate the warranty but does not affect statutory rights.
SERVICE RECORD It is recommended that your hot water system is serviced regularly and that the appropriate Service Record is completed. Service Provider Before completing the appropriate Service Record below, please ensure you have carried out the service as described in the manufacturer’s instructions. SERVICE 01 SERVICE 02 Date:...
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Due to a programme of continuous improvement Gledhill Building Products reserve the right to modify products without prior notice. It is advisable to check the product technical detail by using the latest design and installation manuals available from our technical support team or on our website.
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