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The terms 'Zip' and 'InLine'
are registered trademarks
Zip Heaters (UK) Ltd
14 Bertie Ward Way
Dereham
Norfolk
NR19 1TE
Telephone:
0845 6024533
Fax:
01362 692448
Web:
www.zipindustries.co.uk
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Installation, Maintenance and User Instructions
ZIP Aquapoint III
Models: AP3/30, AP3/50,AP3/80, AP3/100
Direct Unvented Water Heaters
Issued Aug 2012
Please read these instructions carefully before commencing installation of Aquapoint
unvented water heaters. Please leave these instructions with the end user after installation.
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- Page 1 Front Cover_A5 Booklet_Pantone 186 Installation, Maintenance and User Instructions ZIP Aquapoint III Models: AP3/30, AP3/50,AP3/80, AP3/100 Direct Unvented Water Heaters Issued Aug 2012 The terms ‘Zip’ and ‘InLine’ are registered trademarks Zip Heaters (UK) Ltd 14 Bertie Ward Way Dereham Norfolk...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Registered Operative Identity card for the installation of unvented domestic hot water storage systems issued by an accredited body. The Zip Aquapoint must be installed in accordance with these instructions and all current legislation, codes of practice and regulations governing the installation of unvented hot water cylinders in force at the time of installation. -
Page 4: Specification
External expansion vessel pre-charged to 0.35 MPa (3.5 bar) Expansion vessel capacity: 5 litre AP3/30, AP3/50 8 litre AP3/80, AP3/100 Approvals Zip Aquapoint III complies with LVD and EMC directives and is CE endorsed. Zip Aquapoint III has been examined, tested and found, when correctly fitted, to comply with the requirements of the United Kingdom Water Regulations/Byelaws (Scotland). -
Page 5: Safety Information
• In case of malfunction isolate the power supply immediately. In case of leaks also isolate the water supply. Repairs must only be carried out by Zip Heaters (UK) Ltd or an authorised Zip service engineer. • Do not reset the over temperature cut-out until the cause of its operation has been diagnosed and necessary repairs have been undertaken. - Page 6 • When the appliance has been in use for some time, the fittings may be very hot. • The Zip Aquapoint is intended for connection to mains supply only. In any other case please contact Zip on 0845 602 4533 for advice. • Zip Heaters (UK) Ltd cannot be held liable for any damages caused by failure to observe these instructions.
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Page 7: Dimensions
Components supplied with the unit for site fitting • Cold Inlet assembly comprising pressure reducing valve with integral line strainer and expansion relief valve with check valve, expansion vessel take off and balanced cold water take off. (See Fig.1) • Expansion vessel and wall fixing bracket. • Zip Aquapoint hot water cylinder wall locating bracket. • Tundish. AP3/30_AP3/50_AP3/80_AP3/100_Instructions. V1.01 Page 5 August / 2012... - Page 8 Fig.1 Cold Inlet Set - Connections Expansion Relief Valve Pressure Reducing Valve Discharge To Tundish (inc. Line Strainer) Cold Supply To Cylinder Cold Mains In Expansion Vessel Take Off Balanced Cold Take Off Internal Check Valve Warning! Do Not Fit Isolation (Shut Off) Valve Between Cylinder and Expansion Valve.
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Page 9: Installation
Prior to installation the Zip Aquapoint should be kept upright in its original packaging and handled with care always lifting from underneath. The Zip Aquapoint should be stored in a covered, dry area protected at all times from the weather. - Page 10 The Zip Aquapoint is designed for use with a supply pressure up to 1.2 MPa (12 bar). For supply pressures exceeding 1.2 MPa (12 bar) an additional pressure reducing valve must be fitted in the cold water supply to the unit. Secondary Circulation The Zip Aquapoint is not recommended for use with secondary circulation systems.
- Page 11 Note: T he discharge will consist of scalding water and steam. Asphalt, roofing felt and non-metallic rainwater goods may be damaged by such discharges. Note: It is not acceptable to discharge straight into a soil pipe. See G3 3.60 for guidance. Diagram of a typical discharge pipe arrangement Metal Discharge Pipe (D1) From Temperature Relief Valve to Tundish, with Continuous Fall Safety device e.g temperature...
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Page 12: Positioning
Positioning The Zip Aquapoint should be installed vertically with the electrical cover panel and water connections underneath. The unit is designed to be wall mounted using the wall fixings supplied with the product. Ensure that the wall where the unit is to be located is sufficiently strong to support the full weight of the unit (see dimensions) and capable of accepting suitable fixings. Position the Zip Aquapoint to allow for provision of the cold water supply, discharge fittings and pipework as well as access for future maintenance, repair of the unit or its replacement. Reasonable clearance will be required to give access to pressure controls, element assembly, draining facility, pipe connections and expansion vessel. -
Page 13: Plumbing
This is particularly relevant when the heater is located in a roof space, cupboard or any concealed location. For guidance please ring Zip Heaters on 0845 602 4533. Plumbing 1. The unit should be provided with a continuous cold water supply via 22mm pipework. -
Page 14: Electrical
Electrical Switch off the mains electrical supply before removing the electrical cover panel or carrying out any work involving a live circuit or access to components that may be live. Do not switch on the electrical supply until the unit is full of water. This appliance must be earthed. -
Page 15: Maintenance
14. Pass these instructions to the person responsible for the building management. Maintenance 1. The Zip Aquapoint is an unvented electric water heater and a competent person, familiar with unvented systems, should carry out all servicing and maintenance. 2. Do not remove the electrical cover panel whilst the unit is connected to the electrical supply. -
Page 16: Schedule
Regular preventive maintenance inspections are vital to achieve optimum performance and durability of the appliance. The condition of the anode should be checked regularly by an authorised Zip service provider as part of the preventive maintenance programme. -
Page 17: Draining
Fault Possible Cause Solution Regular, intermittent Isolate the heating system and check water discharge Thermostat failure. thermal controls when discharge from tundish. ceases. Replace thermostat if faulty. continued Pressure reducing valve not Check with pressure gauge and replace operating correctly. as necessary. -
Page 18: Warranty
Furthermore, this warranty does not displace any statutory warranty, but, to the extent to which Zip is entitled to do so, the liability of Zip under any statutory warranty will be limited at Zip’s option to the replacement of...
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