Gas fired wall mounted condensing combination boiler (52 pages)
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United Kingdom User Guide High Efficiency Wall Hung Condensing Gas Boiler Baxi System 615 - 618 - 624 624 LPG Please keep these instructions in a safe place. If you move house please hand them over to the next occupier.
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Dear Customer, Thank you very much for buying this appliance. Please read through the manual carefully before using the product, and keep it in a safe place for later reference. In order to ensure continued safe and efficient operation we recommend that the product is serviced regularly. Our service and customer service organisation can assist with this.
90° ( turn) downwards. For advice please contact your Installer, Annual Service Provider or Baxi Customer Support - The Service Division of Baxi. You can contact Baxi Customer Support on telephone number 0344 871 1545.
1.2.1 The Benchmark Scheme Baxi Heating UK Ltd is a licensed member of the Benchmark Scheme which aims to improve the standards of installation and commissioning of domestic heating and hot water systems in the UK and to encourage regular servicing to optimise safety, efficiency and performance.
1 Safety 1.3.2 Installer's liability The installer is responsible for the installation and initial commissioning of the appliance. The installer must observe the following instructions: Read and follow the instructions given in the manuals provided with the appliance. Install the appliance in compliance with prevailing legislation and standards.
2 About this manual About this manual General Warning Installation, repair and maintenance must only be carried out only by a competent person. All Gas Safe registered engineers carry an ID card with their licence number and a photograph. You can check your engineer is registered by telephoning 0800 408 5500 or online at www.gassaferegister.co.uk This manual is intended for the user of the Potterton Assure System boiler.
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2 About this manual Domestic hot water PCB for managing burner operation Condensing output Safety PCB...
CE certificate number 0085CS0215 NOx class Boiler type Technical data 3.2.1 Technical information Tab.2 General Baxi System Gas council numbers 41 470 56 41 470 57 41 470 59 Gas council numbers (LPG models) 41 470 64 Tab.3 Central heating circuit specifications...
3 Technical specifications 3.2.2 Dimensions and connections/clearances Fig.2 Dimensions and connections / clearances The clearances shown in the diagram are minimum requirements to allow for case removal, spanner access and air movement. These should be observed at all times and kept clear of obstructions. PN-0000624 Condensate trap sump Condensate drain...
4 Description of the product Description of the product General description Information label Fig.3 The Potterton Assure System range of fully automatic gas fired wall hung condensing combination boilers are room sealed and fan assisted, and will serve central heating and mains fed domestic hot water. Information label Tab.6 The boiler is set to give a maximum output of :-...
For flue accessories (elbows, extensions, clamps etc.) refer to the Flue Accessories Fitting Guide supplied in the literature pack. Any of the above MUST be fitted ONLY by a qualified competent person. Further details can be found in the relevant sales literature and at www.baxi.co.uk...
5 Operation Operation Start-up 5.1.1 Operation checking procedure & basic fault identification Fig.6 Start-up and checking START Is there electricity to the Is the Burner Flame Make sure the gas boiler ? Is the display lit ? showing. supply is turned ON and check if other gas appliances are Boiler...
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5 Operation Fig.7 Start-up and checking (continued) Is the Central Heating Is the Room Thermostat Is the Timer ON and System Pressure (if fitted) set high enough ? calling for heat ? between 1.0 and 2.5 bar ? Typical examples of external timer If the reading falls below 1.0 bar repressurise the system...
5 Operation Use of the control panel 5.2.1 Using the control panel Fig.8 Using the control panel Important OpenTherm controller.Your installer will advise you when this type of control is connected to the boiler. If so, any change to the boiler settings (e.g.
6 Maintenance Maintenance General The boiler must be serviced annually in accordance with the Installation and Service Manual and the relevant section of the Benchmark Service Record completed in order to maintain the warranty. Important Taking out a maintenance contract is recommended. Caution Maintenance operations must be performed by a qualified competent person.
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4. If blanking caps are available fit them to the taps. Go to the "How to videos" section of the "Information & advice" page at www.baxi.co.uk for further details. 5. When the correct pressure is restored the boiler will reset...
6 Maintenance Venting the installation Fig.10 Venting the radiators If any air is present in the appliance or system it must be removed in order to prevent nuisance noises that may occur during heating or when drawing off hot water. Proceed as follows: 1.
6 Maintenance Caution If the system is drained (even partly, when replacing a radiator for example) the de-aeration function must be repeated. Also the inhibitor concentration must be checked and replenished if necessary. Draining the installation Fig.12 Draining the installation It may be necessary to drain the central heating system if radiators need to be replaced, if there is a major water leak or if there is a risk of freezing.
The spanner symbol appears it cannot be reset by the user. Please contact your Installer, Annual Service Provider or Baxi Customer Support. You can contact Baxi Customer Support on 0344 871 1545. fault errors can be reset by pressing the button.
7 Troubleshooting Fault finding Tab.9 Problems and solutions Problem Possible causes Solution Increase the value with the CH temperature knob The temperature set point for the heating or if a room thermostat is connected, increase the is too low. temperature on the room thermostat. The heating mode is deactivated.
8 Decommissioning Decommissioning Decommissioning procedure Caution Only qualified persons are authorised to work on the appliance and system to decommission. If your boiler needs to be decommissioned either temporarily or permanently the following should be performed: 1. Switch off the boiler’s electrical connection. 2.
9 Disposal Disposal Disposal and recycling Caution Removal and disposal of the boiler must be carried out by a qualified person in accordance with local and national regulations.
10 Environmental 10 Environmental 10.1 Energy saving Tips on saving energy: Do not cover radiators. Do not hang curtains in front of radiators. Install reflective panels behind the radiators to prevent heat loss. Insulate the pipes in rooms that are not heated (cellars and lofts). Install loft insulation &...
If you experience a problem with your boiler For any in or out of warranty repair, Baxi Customer Support is on hand to help you. Call our award-winning team to arrange for one of our nationwide team of Gas Safe registered engineers to visit.
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11 Warranty Proof of purchase if you do not have the boiler serial number Please note that for in-warranty repairs, our engineers will ask to see your service history record, completed Benchmark Checklist and details of your installer. These can all be found in the Installation and Service manual.
12 Appendix 12 Appendix 12.1 Product fiche - Boiler space heaters Tab.10 Product fiche for boiler space heaters Baxi System 24 LPG Seasonal space heating energy efficiency class (Prated or Psup) Rated heat output Seasonal space heating energy efficiency Annual energy consumption...
12 Appendix 12.2 Package fiche - boilers Fig.14 Package fiche for boilers indicating the space heating energy efficiency of the package Seasonal space heating energy effi ciency of boiler ‘I’ Temperature control Class I = 1%, Class II = 2%, Class III = 1.5%, Class IV = 2%, Class V = 3%, Class VI = 4%, from fi...
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1.00 (1) The intermediate values are calculated by linear interpolation between the two adjacent values. (2) Prated is related to the preferential space heater or combination heater. Tab.12 Package efficiency Baxi System 24 LPG Temperature control X Temperature control Y...
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For the warranty to be maintained, please make sure... Benchmark checklist is completed Warranty is registered within 30 days The boiler has an annual service For full terms and conditions, visit www.baxi.co.uk/terms. Failure to adhere to terms and conditions will void your manufacturer’s warranty. Baxi Brooks House,...
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