TAbLE Of CONTENTS INT RO D UCT I ON Instructions guidance ........................3 Product documentation ..................3 Explanation of symbols ..................3 Guarantee registration ..................3 Appliance description ........................3 Safety devices ....................3 Data label ......................3 Regulation and statutory requirements ..............4 Hydraulic schematic ...................4 Safety instructions and regulations ....................
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TAbLE Of CONTENTS Commissioning ......................... 21 11.1 Switching on ....................21 11.2 Filling the CH system (Central heating) ...............21 11.3 Filling DHW Circuit ....................21 11.4 Filling the Condensate Trap ................21 11.5 Initial lighting ....................22 11.6 Gas rates ......................22 11.7 Testing heating system ..................23 11.8 Testing domestic hot water system ..............23 11.9...
Important information. Data label location: Guarantee registration Thank you for installing a new Glow-worm appliance in your home. Glow-worm appliances are manufactured to the very highest standard so we are pleased to offer our customers a Comprehensive 24 month Guarantee.
1) Central heating system specification (CheSS) and appliance. 2) Controls for domestic central heating system and hot water. BRECSU. • Protect all the electrical components from water while working on the appliance. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 5 -...
• Existing ventilation should be investigated for its purpose consideration should be given for the space required to insert the before removing. flue from inside the property, which may necessitate clearance larger than those specified in diagram. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 8 -...
3 3 8 Heating flow circuit Heating return circuit boiler Double check valve assembly Domestic cold water supply in Temporary filling loop (remove immediately after filling) Drain point The system should be pressurised to 0.8bar, indicated on the digital display with no heating demand. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 10 -...
• Drill the holes for the fixing screws in accordance with the wall template. • Fix the hanging bracket on the wall. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 11 -...
Foreign bodies in the system may enter the appliance and interrupt its operation. • Do not use any solvent products, due to the risk of damaging the circuit. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 12 -...
ATTENTION: Only flue accessories supplied by Glow-worm must be used. Different flue outlet configurations can be carried out. • Consult your supplier for more information about the other possibilities and associated accessories.
10 m Each time an additional 90° bend is necessary (or 2 at 45°), the length (L) must be reduced by 1 m. 1 Gasket (fitted) Type Max length Ø 60/100 Ø 80/125 10 m 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 16 -...
Each time an additional 90° bend is necessary (or 2 at 45°), the length (L) must be reduced by 1 m. 24 V access cover Terminal blocks for 24 V connection Terminal blocks for 230 V connection 230 V access cover 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 17 -...
Double pole connector • Connect mains supply as described. Power supply cable • Connect the appliance's power cable to the 230 V single-phase network + earth. • Observe correct polarity when connecting the appliance. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 18 -...
- Resistance to earth (L-E) room thermostat as described. - Polarity check • When installing a 230v controller, the link fitted to the 24v terminals (RT/24v) must be removed. RT 24V T° ext 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 19 -...
12 Heating return temperature sensor board) 13 Gas valve Internal timer 14 fan User interface 15 Three way valve fuse 2A 16 Thermal fuse Connector for 230 V option 17 Water flow sensor Main supply 230V 18 Water pressure sensor 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 20 -...
When turning the 230Vac supply on to the boiler should • Activate the Heating and Domestic Hot Water functions. the water pressure be less than 0.5 bar an automatic air vent function will be activated for a period of 5 minutes. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 21 -...
The burner pressure cannot be measured and is not used • Press buttons to adjust. to measure the gas rate. • Select the hot water function only by pressing the "mode" button repeatedly ( is shown only). 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 22 -...
• Adjust the boiler temperature controls and any system controls to their required settings. 11.8 Testing domestic hot water system • Open a hot-water tap. • Check that the temperature obtained is compliant with the setting on the appliance. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 23 -...
0 = CH not available (summer mode) d.23 Central heating mode 1 = CH available (winter mode) Fan speed is displayed between 0 and 99. d.33 Speed setpoint of fan Multiply the displayed value by 100. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 24 -...
Test temperature sensor for heating return. S.14 Burner lit Test temperature sensors for heating flow and return, or the S.98 appliance has a fault. S.15 Post run pump/fan S.16 Post run fan S.17 Post run pump 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 25 -...
If you wish to check the combustion then follow the instructions • Leave these instructions and the ‘Benchmark’ Installation, in the Servicing section. Commissioning and Service Record with the user. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 26 -...
Do not use reconditioned or copy parts that have not been clearly authorised by Glow-worm. • If any electrical connections have been disconnected and after their connection, checks to the earth continuity, polarity, short circuit and resistance to earth must be repeated using a suitable multimeter, as described in chapter "Trouble-shooting...
Incorrect fan speed. • Check the fan’s electrical connections. Fault in EBUS line • Check that the eBus controls are fitted and wired EBUS voltage fault Short circuit in EBUS connector correctly. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 28 -...
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• Check that the sensor is connected to the main Sensor disconnected or defective board and the shunt is removed. • Check connection from user interface PCB to main User interface fault Defective user interface PCB. • Replace user interface. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 29 -...
• Activate the test mode "P.01" and set the value to HI in order to force the burner at P. max. See chapter "Specific adjustment > Appliance technical settings and parameter list > Test modes". • Wait approximately 5 minutes to read a stabilized CO value. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 31 -...
• Servicing/maintenance should be carried out by a competent person approved at the time by the Health and Safety Executive in accordance with the rules in force in the countries of destination. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 32 -...
MAINTENANCE 17.1.3 Cleaning of the components • To obtain service, please call your installer or Glow-worm’s own service organisation. • Clean the following components: - The condensate trap PLEASE NOTE: During routine servicing, and after any maintenance, we recommend that the following must be checked: - The heat exchanger.
CO/CO ratio is acceptable. • Repeat the operation in reverse order to replace the silencer. • Advice can be sought from the Glow-worm Technical Helpline. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 35 -...
Condensate trap Hose • Place a container under the condensate trap (5). • Remove the condensate from the reservoir (1). • Disconnect the condensation discharge (2). • Disconnect the heat exchanger hose (6). 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 36 -...
3.5 and 4.5 12 burner door seal 13 burner 14 Gas valve 15 fan • Check that the gasket (5) is not damaged. Replace if necessary. 16 fan connection 17 Gas pipe 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 37 -...
• Remove the connectors from the gas valve (1) and the fan (15). supplied by Glow-worm. • Remove the retaining screw of the silencer. • If a part is required, contact the Glow-worm service organisation. • Loosen the 4 nuts (7).
• Undo the connector (1) at the base of the vessel. • Remove upper support bracket (3). • Remove the expansion vessel (2). • Fit a new gasket between the expansion vessel and connector. • Refill, vent and pressurise the boiler. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 39 -...
19 Automatic air vent retaining clip 20 Pump head retaining screws • Fit the new pump head by repeating the operations in reverse. 21 Pump housing 22 Pump head connector 23 Plate-to-plate heat exchanger retaining screws 24 Safety Discharge Valve 25 bypass Valve 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 40 -...
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• Remove the bypass valve retaining nut (26) to remove the bypass from its housing (25). • After replacing the bypass, refill, vent and pressurise the boiler. 18.4.7 3 way valve motor and diverter valve • Drain the boiler heating circuit as described in the appropriate chapter "Draining". 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 41 -...
33 fan 15 burner 34 fan electrical connection 16 Burner retaining screw 35 fan/burner gasket 17 Heat exchanger retaining screw 36 Gas pipe 18 Heat exchanger retaining bracket 37 Gas valve electrical connection 19 Burner gate retaining screw 38 Fan retaining screw 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 42 -...
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• Remove the electrical connections from the thermistor (26). • Remove the retaining clip from the return pipe (24). IMPORTANT: When reconnecting, the polarity of the wiring to thermistors is not important. 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 43 -...
Mains supply cable DANGER: The main supply cable must be replaced by a qualified and competent electrician. • If the main supply cable is damaged, replace it refering to the chapter "Electrical connection". 0020145065_01 - 09/12 - Glow-worm - 45 -...
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MAINTENANCE Short List of Parts • When ordering spare parts, contact Glow-worm’s own service organisation. • Please quote the name of the appliance and serial number, to Part No. Description GC Part No. be found on the data label. If ordering from British Gas also quote the G.C.
Manual Handling IMPORTANT. With regards to the Manual Handling Operations, 1992 Regu- Positioning of Appliance for final Installation – no obstructions. lations, the following lift operation exceeds the recommended weight for Recommend 2 persons lift appliance to position into place. Fit bracket a one man lift.
SERVICE INTERVAL RECORD It is recommended that your heating system is serviced regularly and that you complete the appropriate Service Interval Record Below . Service Provider. Before completing the appropriate Service Interval Record below, please ensure you have carried out the service as described in the boiler manufacturer’s instructions.
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GLOW-WORM Nottingham Road, Because of our constant endeavour for Belper, Derbyshire. improvement, details may vary slightly DE56 1JT from those shown in these instructions. www.glow-worm.co.uk...
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