Ideal Boilers Optia HE 9 Installation And Servicing Instructions

6 Optia HE - Installation & ServicingGENERALINTRODUCTIONThe Optia HE 9, 12, 15 and 18 are a range of automatically fullycontrolled, wall mounted, balanced flue, fanned, high efficiency,condensing gas boilers.The primary heat exchanger is cast iron. The secondary heatexchanger is aluminium. The boiler casing is of white enamelledmild steel.The boiler casing has a removable controls pod containing a drop-downdoor. The boiler thermostat is located behind the drop-down door.Note. These boilers cannot be used on systems which includegravity circulation.See Frame 1 for details of the correct boiler tappings to use.The boilers are supplied with a standard flue kit suitable for rearoutlet from 114 mm (4 1/2 ") to 705 mm (30 1/2 ").Side outlet applications require the optional extra side outlet kit.The boilers are suitable for connection to the following openvented or sealed systems:• Fully pumped CH and indirect DHW• Pumped heating only.• Pumped indirect DHW only.SAFE HANDLINGThis boiler may require 2 operatives to move it to its installationsite, remove it from its packaging base and during movementinto its installation location. Manoeuvring the boiler may includethe use of a sack truck and involve lifting, pushing and pulling.Caution should be exercised during these operations.Operatives should be knowledgeable in handling techniqueswhen performing these tasks and the following precautionsshould be considered:• Grip the boiler. Refer to Frame 18.• Split the boiler down to reduce the weight, e.g. remove casingand hardware pack. Refer to Frame 9.• Be physically capable.• Use PPE as appropriate, e.g. gloves, safety footwear.During all manoeuvres and handling actions, every attemptshould be made to ensure the following unless unavoidableand/or the weight is light.• Keep back straight.• Avoid twisting at the waist.• Avoid upper body/top heavy bending.• Always grip with the palm of the hand.• Use designated hand holds.• Keep load as close to the body as possible.• Always use assistance if required.OPTIONAL EXTRA KITSFLUING:z Flue Extension Ducts. (1000mm long) up to 3mz 90oElbow Kit (60/100 dia maximum no. per installation)up to 2 elbowsz 45oElbow Kit (60/100 dia maximum no. per installation)up to 2 elbowsz Side Outlet Kitz Vertical Connector Kitz Flue Finishing Kitz Roof Flue Kitz High Level Flue Outlet Kitz Flue Deflector KitOTHER OPTIONAL KITS:z Downward Piping Kitz Condensate Pump KitCURRENT GAS SAFETY (INSTALLATION AND USE)REGULATIONS OR RULES IN FORCE.The appliance is suitable only for installation in GB and IE andshould be installed in accordance with the rules in force.In GB, the installation must be carried out by a CORGIRegistered Installer. It must be carried out in accordance withthe relevant requirements of the:• Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations• The appropriate Building Regulations either The BuildingRegulations, The Building Standards (Scotland), BuildingRegulations (Northern Ireland).• The Water Fittings Regulations or Water byelaws inScotland.• The Current I.E.E. Wiring Regulations.Where no specific instructions are given, reference should bemade to the relevant British Standard Code of Practice.In IE, the installation must be carried out by a CompetentPerson and installed in accordance with the current edition ofI.S.813 "Domestic Gas Installations", the current BuildingRegulations and reference should be made to the current ETCIrules for electrical installation.Detailed recommendations are contained in the following BritishStandard Codes of Practice:BS.6891 Low pressure installation pipes.BS.6798 Installation of gas fired hot water boilers of rated inputnot exceeding 70 kW.BS.5449 Forced circulation hot water systems.BS.5546 Installation of gas hot water supplies for domesticpurposes (2nd Family Gases).BS.7593 Treatment of water in domestic hot water centralheating systems.BS.5440.1 Flues for gas appliances of rated input not exceeding70 kW.BS.5440.2 Ventilation for gas appliances of rated input notexceeding 70 kW.Health & Safety Document No. 635The Electricity at Work Regulations, 1989.Manufacturer’s notes must NOT be taken in any way as overridingstatutory obligations.IMPORTANT. These appliances are certificated by the BritishStandards Institution for safety and performance. It is, therefore,important that no external control devices, e.g. flue dampers,economisers etc., are directly connected to these appliances -unless covered by these Installation and Servicing instructions orotherwise recommended by Wolseley UK in writing.If in doubt please enquire.Any direct reconnection of a control device not approved byWolseley UK could invalidate the BSI Certification and the normalappliance warranty. It could also infringe the Gas Safety Regulationsand the above regulations.SAFE HANDLING OF SUBSTANCESCare should be taken when handling the boiler insulation panelswhich can cause irritation to the skin. No asbestos, mercury orCFCs are included in any part of this boiler.LOCATION OF BOILERThe boiler must be installed on a flat and vertical wall, capable ofadequately supporting the weight of the boiler and any ancillaryequipment.The boiler may be fitted on a combustible wall and insulationbetween the wall and the boiler is not necessary - unless requiredby the local authority. The boiler must not be fitted outside.Timber Framed BuildingsIf the boiler is to be fitted in a timber framed building it should befitted in accordance with the Institute of Gas Engineering documentIGE/UP/7:1998.continued on page 8 . . . . . . . . .