Supplied By www.heating spares.co Tel. 0161 620 66773Instructions for use ecoTEC / 838402_061.2 Symbols used in this manualPlease observe the safety instructions in this operatingmanual for the operation of the appliance.d Danger!Immediate risk of serious injury or death.a Caution!Potentially dangerous situations for the productand environment.h Note!Useful information and instructions.• Symbol for a necessary task1.3 CE markingThe purpose of CE marking is to certify that the boilercomplies with the requirements of the directives cover-ing gasfired appliances (Council directive 90/396/EEC)and electromagnetic compatibility (Council directive89/336/EEC). These appliances also comply with the re-quirements of the directive on operating efficiency(Council directive 92/42/EEC).h Note!Vaillant Ltd. support the Benchmark initiative.At the rear of the installation manual you willfind the Benchmark gas boiler commissioningchecklist. It is very important that this is com-pleted correctly at the time of instal lation andcommissioning.1.4 Data badgeThe type plate of the Vaillant ecoTEC is attached at thefactory to the bottom of the appliance.2 Safety2.1 Setup and adjustmentsInstallation and adjustment of the boiler as well as serv-ice, maintenance and repair of the boiler may only becarried out by a competent person in accordance withthe Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998.(In the U.K. “CORGI”. Registered installers undertake thework to a safe and satisfactory standard). If the boiler isinstalled in a compartment do not obstruct any purposeprovided ventilation openings, and do not use the com-partment for storage purposes.2.2 What to do in an emergencyd DangerSmell of gas. Risk of poisoning and explosiondue to a malfunctionIf you smell gas or suspect a gas leak:• Do not switch lights on or off.• Do not use any other electrical switches.• Do not use a telephone in the hazardous area.• Do not use naked flames, such as matches or ciga-rette lighters.• Do not smoke.• Turn off the gas supply at the gas meter.• Open the windows and doors.• Warn other residents.• Get out of the house.• Consult your gas supplier, service agent or other com-petent person.Telephone the National emergency number: 0800 1 1 1 9992.3 Safety instructionsAlways observe the following safety instructions andregulations.d DangerInflammable mixtures of gas and air mayexplode. Do not use or store explosive or easilyflammable substances such as petrol or paintin the same room as the appliance.d DangerRisk of poisoning and explosion due to amalfunction. Never put the safety devicesout of operation or tamper with them so as toimpair their function.2.4 Modifications in and around the boilerNo modifications may be made to the following items:- The boiler- The gas, water and electrical supply- The flue system- The safety valve for the heating water- Any structural changes around the appliance thatcould affect the operational safety of the boiler.Notes on these instructions 1Safety 2