Tips On Energy Saving; Environment / Disposal - Worcester GB162-50 User Instructions

Tips on energy saving

11 Tips on energy saving
HEATING ECONOMICALLY
The boiler provides a high level of comfort whilst keeping gas
consumption and the environment effects as low as possible.
The gas supply to the burner is controlled according to the level of
demand for heat. The boiler operates with a low flame if the demand for
heat reduces. The technical term for this process is modulating control.
Modulating control reduces temperature fluctuations and provides an
even distribution of heat throughout the home. This means that the
boiler may stay on for relatively long periods of time but will use less gas
than a boiler that continually switches on and off.
CENTRAL HEATING SYSTEMS WITH ROOM THERMOSTAT/
THERMOSTATIC RADIATOR VALVES
With modern heating systems set around a 20 °C heat loss, the optimum
setting for a condensing boiler will be approximately between one and
two on the central heating temperature control. The system must be
balanced correctly and the radiators may need upgrading. This allows
the boiler to condense as much as possible for the central heating
system.
The temperature of each room can be set individually (except primary
room with the room thermostat) using the thermostatic radiator valves.
ROOM THERMOSTATS
Reducing the setting of the room thermostat by 1 °C can reduce fuel
consumption by up to 10%.
NEW CONTROL SYSTEMS
Upgrade your heating control system if necessary with the latest
equipment available. The minimum level of control is a programmer,
interlocking room thermostat and thermostatic radiator valves.
ROOF INSULATION
Around 30% of the heat loss from a property is through the roof. Replace
any old insulation with new insulation, preferably of around 200 mm
thickness or more.
WINDOW FRAMES
Single glazed windows, particularly those with steel frames, can lose a
great deal of heat. Consideration should be given to replacement with
PVCu or wooden framed double glazed units.
RADIATORs
If a radiator is sited underneath a window, its performance will be
affected if the curtains are allowed to drape over the radiator. Shelves
fitted above or in front of the radiator should also be avoided.
It is advisable to manually adjust all thermostatic radiator valves every 2
- 3 months to prevent them sticking. Ensure radiator valves are correctly
set and not damaged.
DRAUGHTS
Try to ensure that draughts around doors, windows, letterboxes and
keyholes etc. are
reduced by using a suitable draught excluder.
WARNING: AIR VENTS
▶ Do not block or seal any air vents that are installed to
ensure that the central heating boiler operates
safely.
CURTAINS
Lined curtains, or heavier full length curtains can provide excellent
insulation. However, always ensure that the curtains do not drape over
radiators.
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Environment / disposal

Environmental protection is a fundamental corporate strategy of the
Bosch Group.
The quality of our products, their economy and environmental safety are
all of equal importance to us and all environmental protection legislation
and regulations are strictly observed.
We use the best possible technology and materials for protecting the
environment taking account of economic considerations.
Packaging
We participate in the recycling programmes of the countries in which our
products are sold to ensure optimum recycling.
All of our packaging materials are environmentally compatible and can
be recycled.
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