Direct Gas Fire Cylinder Located on cylinder badge Was a Pre-Plumbed If installed, please fill out the Heat Pump Commissioning cylinder installed too? Sheet too Joule Advance Installer I accept the terms and conditions in the installation manual www.jouleuk.co.uk | www.joule.ie...
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Joule Product Warranty Terms & Conditions Joule Cyclone Joule Wellmaster The JOULE Cyclone stainless steel vessel car- The JOULE Wellmaster stainless steel vessel car- ries a fully transferable 25-year guarantee against ries a fully transferable 10-year guarantee against faulty materials or manufacture provided that: faulty materials or manufacture provided that: •...
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Warning To The User • Do not remove or adjust any part of this unvented water heater. • If the unvented water heater develops fault, such as a low of water from the discharge pipe switch the heater off. • In all cases contact a competent installer. • The Benchmark Log Book at the end of the manual must be filled in at annual service. Warning To The Installer • Read the installation instructions before commencing. • Unvented water heaters are a controlled service as defined in the latest edition of the Building & Regulations and should only be fitted by a competent installer. • The installation is subject to building regulation approval. • You must notify the local authority of intention to install. • After installation the instructions manual must be completed and left with the householder. • Use only manufacturer’s recommended replacement parts. Installed by Installer Name Address Contact Tel. Completion Date www.jouleuk.co.uk | www.joule.ie...
JOULE will not accept any liability in the event of damage for not complying with the guidance in this instruction manual. The instructions for this installation manual apply to the range of JOULE Cyclone Unvented Cylinders.
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The Benchmark Checklist can be used to demonstrate compliance with Building Regulations and should be provided to the customer for future reference. Installers are required to carry out installa- tion, commissioning and servicing work in accordance with the Benchmark Code of Practice which is available from the Heating and Hot Water Industry Council who manage and promote the scheme. Visit www.centralheating.co.uk HWA Charter Member Joule are proud to be a charter member of the the Hot Water Association (HWA), who has been formed through the union of the two UK industry trade bodies, WMA (Water Heater Manufacturers Association) and MODUS (Manufacturers Of Domestic Unvented Systems). The objectives of the HWA are “To be recognised as the leading body in domestic hot water storage and, through cooperation and partnerships, to support, drive and promote the sustained growth and improvement of standards within the entire domestic hot water industry”. The HWA operate a Charter that all members of the association observe. The HWA Charter Statement requires that all members adhere to the following: •...
Water Chemistry This water heater must be installed in accordance with this advice to be covered by the Joule war- ranty. This water heater is manufactured to suit the water conditions of most public reticulated water supplies. However, there are some known water chemistries which can have detrimental effects on the water heater and its operation and/or life expectancy.
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Some water analysis reports may state the conductivity of the water rather than the level of total dis- solved solids. Conductivity, measured in microsiemens per centimetre (μS/cm), is directly proportional to the TDS content of the water. TDS, in mg/L, is approximately 70% of the conductivity in μS/cm. The JOULE warranty will not cover resultant faults to the storage cylinder if this water heater is con- nected at anytime to a water supply where the TDS content of the water exceeds 600 mg/L. 16 In locations where TDS approaches 600 mg/L, e.g. due to sediment, we strongly recommend fitting an appropriate filter to ensure water entering or in the water heater does not exceed this level at any time i.e.
Wellmaster cylinder must be used. If any of the water parameters are higher than set out in the table including Total Hardness regardless of whether or not it is fed from a main water connection a JOULE Wellmaster cylinder must be used. Siting The Unit This unit can supply outlets above it or at some distance from it but any outlets above the unit will reduce the available outlet pressure by 0.1 bar for every 1m of height dfference. The maximum...
Cold Mains Pipework Run the cold main through the building to the place where is to be installed. Take care not to run the cold pipe near hot water or heating pipe work so that the heat pick-up is minimized. Identify the cold water supply pipe and fit an isolating valve (not supplied). A 22mm BS1010 stopcock can typically be used but a 22mm quarter turn full bore valve would be better as it does not restrict the flow as much. Do not use “screwdriver slot” or similar valves. Make the connection to the cold feed of the cylinder and incorporate a drain valve. Position the above inlet control just the Temperature &...
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Direct electrically heated units being used on off-peak electricity tariffs. It should be noted that the use of a secondary circulation circuit can increase running costs as there will be circulation pipe losses. High levels of insulation on secondary pipework are required to keep energy losses to a minimum. www.jouleuk.co.uk | www.joule.ie...
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Dead Legs The length of hot water draw off to taps and other outlets should be kept to a minimum to reduce the amount of cold water drawn off before the hot water arrives. The maximum recommended dead leg lengths are shown in figure 2.b. Where there is more than one size of pipe on a dead leg, the equiva- lent length and size should be estimated.Where the dead leg length exceeds the recommended maximum, secondary circulation should be installed. It should be controlled by a time switch and incorporate a motorized valve that can prevent gravity circulation in the circuit. Pipe Size (mm) Maximum Length (m) 10, 12 15, 22 35 and above System Noise...
Nominal Capacity (ltr) Indirect & Solar Vertical Storage Volume V (ltr) Standing Loss (kW) ErP Rating Nominal Capacity (ltr) Indirect & Solar Horizontal Storage Volume V (ltr) Standing Loss (kW) ErP Rating Technical Data Indirect models in conformance with BS EN 12897:2016 Maximum mains water supply pressure 2.5MPa (25 bar) Operating pressure/PRV 0.3MPa (3 bar)
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170L 200L 250L 300L Capacity A (mm) 1085 1205 1085 1335 1335 B (mm) Heat Up Time (fr. 15°C to 60°C) Weight Empty (kg) Weight Full (kg) Operating Pressure 3 bar Max. Water Supply Press. 10 bar Max Prim. Working Press. 3 bar www.jouleuk.co.uk | www.joule.ie...
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Indirect Horizontal Technical Specification Hot Water Draw Off - 1” Female Secondary Return - 1/4” Female T&P Relief Valve - 1/2” Female Immersion Heater - 1 3/4” Female Cold Water Inlet - 1” Female Solar / Boiler Flow - 3/4” Female Aquastat Pocket Solar / Boiler Return 3/4” Female 150L 170L 200L 250L 300L Capacity A (mm) 1140 1205 1085 1335...
Potable Expansion Vessel must be fitted on cold feed between Inlet Valve and cylinder Tundish must be fitted on T&P and P relief as shown in this diagram and also reference to page 43-45 Discharge Arrangement Failure to install unvented kit correctly invalidate warranty and does not comply with Building Regulations. www.jouleuk.co.uk | www.joule.ie...
Testing Do not connect a 6kW Immersion without using a relay switch. 20 Amp Fused 2-pole Isolating Switch 230V AC ~50Hz Standard Immersion 20 Amp Fused 2-pole Isolating Switch 230V AC ~50Hz Smart Immersion Fitting The Immersion Heater Always check the immersion for signs of leakage before wiring commences. The immersion heater must be completely submerged in water with a minimum of 200mm of water above the top of the immersion.
Ensure all terminal connections are properly tightened prior to commissioning For installations with high water demands, or areas with hard water, Titanium immersions should be fitted. The thermostat should be set so that the water is heated to a temperature between 60°C and 65°C. Water stored at temperatures below 60°C can result in bacteria growth and temperatures above 65°C can cause scalding. The immersion stat has an integrated high limit stat which If the primary thermostat fails the limit thermostat takes over and shuts the element off before the water can boil in the cylinder. www.jouleuk.co.uk | www.joule.ie...
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If the water is getting extremely hot the the thermostat is stuck in the ‘ON’ position and will need to be replaced. Safety • Disconnect the immersion from the mains electrical supply before removing any covers. • Do not attempt to replace the immersion heater(s) with alternatives to those recommended by JOULE. • Do not bypass the Thermal Cut-Out(s) in any circumstances. Replacing The Immersion First task is to isolate the power. Immersion heaters are rated at 3kW and require their own 20A double pole isolation switch. Turn off the power from the isolation switch and remove the fuse. Next turn off the water to the tank. Drain the water from the tank via the drain cock using a hose. Remove the immersion using an immersion spanner.
Pre-Plumbed Cylinder Schematic Electrical Diagram Indirect Heat Only Boiler, One Heating Zone Pre-wired Cyclone Direct / Indirect Installation Guide...
Pre-Plumbed Cylinder Schematic Electrical Diagram Indirect Heat Only Boiler, Two Heating Zone Pre-wired Cyclone Direct / Indirect Installation Guide...
3°C. Both thermostats should run in series. To reset the safety cut-out and the motorised valve the reset button must be pressed in. JOULE cannot be responsible if alternative wiring plans are used. Before resetting the safety cut-out or altering the thermostat setting, isolate electrical supply to the unit before removal of the cover. www.jouleuk.co.uk | www.joule.ie...
Discharge Arrangement Discharge Pipework The inlet control group should be positioned so that the discharge from both safety valves can be combined via a 15mm end feed tee, as in the diagram below. Connect the tundish and route the dis- charge pipe which must be routed in accordance with Building regulation - Part G3 of schedule 1. When operating normally water will not be discharged. Water discharge from the two safety valves will only occur under fault conditions.
Up to Up to Up to Up to Up to Up to bends or elbows) Deduct the gure below from the maximum length for each bend 0.8m 1.0m 1.4m 1.0m 1.4m 1.7m 1.4m 1.7m 2.3m or elbow in the discharge pipe Sizing of copper discharge pipe (D2) for a temp. relief valve with a G1/2 outlet size (as supplied) www.jouleuk.co.uk | www.joule.ie...
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Safety Device (temperature relief valve) Metal discharge pipe (D2) from temperature relief valve to tundish Tundish Minimum 300mm Discharge below fixed grating (Building Regulation G3 section 3.61 gives alternative points to of discharge) Metal discharge pipe (D2) from tundish, with continuous fall. (See Building Regulation G3 section 3.56, Table 1 and Fixed Grating worked example) Trapped Gulley Figure 4.b...
Ensure the lever on the two port valve is set to the filling position. When full, move the lever back. Switch the programmer to Domestic Hot Water (DHW) and allow the unit to start to heat. Adjust the dial of the dual thermostat to between 30°C and 70°C as required. Storage Temperature 60-65°C is the recommended storage temperature for both direct and indirect cylinders. In hard water areas consideration should be given to reducing this to 50-55°C. In many healthcare appli- cations the guidance on Legionella control and safe water delivery temperatures will require storing the water at 60-65°C, distributing at 50- 55°C and using thermostatic mixing valves to control the nal temperature. For details consult the NHS Estates Guidance on safe hot water temperatures. www.jouleuk.co.uk | www.joule.ie...
Maintenance General Servicing should only be carried out by competent installers and any spare parts used must be purchased from JOULE. Never bypass any safety devices or operate the unit without them being fully operational Draining Switch the electrical power off (important to avoid damage to element). Isolate boiler from the unit. Turn off the cold water supply valve. Open hot water tap. Open the drain valve. The unit will drain. Water drained off may be very hot! Annual Maintenance The water heaters require annual servicing in order to ensure safe working and optimum perfor- mance.
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Inspection Where internal inspection of the cylinder is required an endoscope can be used. Inspection can be carried out by draining down the cylinder and removing a component that is fitted to a wet connec- tion in the cylinder. Safety Valve Checks rom either the temperature/pressure relief valve or the expansion relief valve indicates a problem. • Check your discharge pipework is free from debris and is carrying water away to waste effec- tively. • Next hold both of these safety valves open, allowing as much water as possible to flow through the tundish. • Release the valves and check that they reseat correctly. Completion of the Benchmark Checklist on pages 52-53 must be adhered to by the installer www.jouleuk.co.uk | www.joule.ie...
Taking The Cylinder Out Of Use Shutting Down • Ensure the cold water supply is isolated and at least two hot water draw off points are open prior to draining the cylinder. • One of the hot water draw off points should be as close as possible to the height of cylinder in draw off terms. • Where applicable use the drain valve at the cold water inlet to drain the contents of the cylinder. • Isolate the coil from the main heating system. If necessary blow out the coil prior to moving the cylinder. Recycling And Disposal The cylinder or any of its components must not be disposed of in domestic rubbish. The material in the cylinder, packaging and components contain recyclable materials and they should be disposed of properly and in accordance with national regulations.
CALL OUT A COMPETENT PLUMBER TO SERVICE THE UNIT. Tell them you have a fault on an unvented cylinder. We stock all the spare parts they may need and JOULE can be contacted via telephone numbers on back page. www.jouleuk.co.uk | www.joule.ie...
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Fault Possible Cause Solution Water escaping from the Compression tting on hot - draw Check / remake joint sealing paste. case unit. off not sealing. Cold water at hot tops. Immersion heater not switched Check / reset. on or cutout has triggered. Indirect - Boiler not working. Check boiler - consult boiler manu- factures’ instructions. Indirect - motorized valve fault. Check plumbing / wiring motorized valve. Indirect - cutout in dual stat has Check outlet pressure from inlet control set is operated.
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