Benchmark SABRE 35 HE User manual

Users
Instructions
THESE INSTRUCTIONS
TO BE RETAINED
BY USER
G.C. NUMBER
SABRE 25 HE N°470 94 70
SABRE 29 HE N°470 94 71
SABRE 35 HE N°470 94 72
0694
51BQ3030

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Contents
Introduction Page
Dear customer 2
Do’s and don’t’s 2
Things you should know Page
1.1 Gas appliance 3
1.2 Electrical supply 3
1.3 Explanation of controls 3
1.3.1 Mode selector switch... 3
1.3.2 Hot water... 3
1.3.3 Heating and hot water... 3
1.3.4 Time clock 3
1.4 Explanation of features 3
1.4.1 Frost protection mode 3
1.4.2 Automatic temperature control 3
1.4.3 Anti seize function 4
1.4.4 Appliance status indicators 4
1.5 Guarantee registration card 4
1.5.1 Benchmark log book 4
How to... Page
2.1 Use the appliance for the 1st time 4
2.2 Use the mode selector switch 4
2.2.1 Obtain hot water 4
2.2.2 Obtain central heating 4
2.3 Re-pressuring the system 4
2.4 Shut down the system for short periods 4
2.5 Shut down the system for long periods 4
2.6 Care for the appliance 4
What if... Page
3.1 I suspect a gas leak 5
3.2 I frequently have to top-up the system 5
3.3 The fault light is on 5
3.4 The appliance is due its annual service 5
3.5 I need to call an engineer 5
3.6 I want to extend the warranty 5
Dear Customer
Your Sabre HE boiler has been designed to meet and exceed the very latest standards in gas central heating
technology and if cared for, will give years of reliable use and efficiency.
Your Sabre HE is a combination boiler supplying central heating and instantaneous domestic hot water. Features
included are an integral time clock, LED indicators showing the status of the appliance and system pressure gauge,
frost protection and anti-pump seize function.
Please therefore take some time to read these instructions carefully.
Do’s and don’t’s
●Do ensure that the system pressure is periodically checked
●Do ensure that you know how to isolate the appliance in an emergency
●Do ensure that you are familiar with the appliance controls
●Do ensure that your installer has completed the appliance log book
●Do not attempt to remove the appliance casing or gain internal access
●Do not hang clothes etc. over the appliance
●Do not operate on sealed components
●Do not forget to have the appliance serviced annually.
INTRODUCTION
Fig. 1
1= Pressure gauge
2= DHW position
3= Mode selector switch
4= Fault indicator led
5= CH position
6= Timeclock
12 3 5 6 4

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Setting the time
The time of day can be set by grasping the outer edge of
the black dial and turning it in a clockwise direction until
the correct time is in line with the white pointer.
Setting the ‘switching times’
The ‘ON’ periods are set by sliding the black tappets,
adjacent to the time periods required, to the outer edge
of the dial.
The tappets that remain at the centre of the dial will be the
‘OFF’ periods.
The smallest switching time (ON or OFF) is 15 minutes.
To select ‘Auto’ mode move the selector switch in central
position.
To select ‘On’ mode move the selector switch in the
bottom position.
To select ‘Off’ mode move the selector switch in the
upper position.
1.1 GAS APPLIANCE
Gas safety (Installation and Use) regulations
In the interests of your safety and that of others,
it is a legal requirement that all gas appliances
are installed and correctly maintained by a
competent person and in accordance with the
latest regulations.
1.2 ELECTRICAL SUPPLY
Please ensure that this appliance has been
properly connected to the electrical supply by
means of a double pole isolator or un-switched
socket and that the correct size of fuse - 3 amp -
has been fitted.
Warning: this appliance must be earthed!
1.3 EXPLANATION OF CONTROLS
The Sabre HE has been designed for simplicity of
use, as a result there are only two controls - the
mode selector switch & the time clock - that can
be accessed by the user.
1.3.1 MODE SELECTOR SWITCH AT:
OFF: when the mode selector switch is in the
‘OFF’ position, the appliance will not function for
hot water or heating. However the appliance will
still operate in frost protection mode, and if unused
for a period of 24 hours, will momentarily activate
the pump and valve actuator to prevent seizure
due to non-use.
NOTE
The appliance must have an electrical supply at
all times for the frost protection and anti-seize
modes to operate.
1.3.2 HOT WATER ONLY “ ”: when the mode
selector switch is in the ‘HOT WATER ONLY’
position, the appliance will operate as above.
However when a hot water outlet is opened the
appliance will operate to provide hot water until
the demand for hot water has been satisfied.
NOTE
The appliance delivers a fixed maximum flow rate
of hot water, therefore if a hot water outlet is
turned on full, it is most likely that you will be
unable to obtain hot water from another outlet at
the same time.
1.3.3 HEATING AND HOT WATER “ ”: when
the mode selector switch is in the ‘HEATING AND
HOT WATER’ position the appliance will operate
as above. However should the time clock be
switched on automatically or manually, the
appliance will operate to provide heat to the central
heating circuit until the demand has been satisfied.
NOTE
If a room thermostat is fitted it must be calling for
heat before the appliance will operate.
1.3.4 TIME CLOCK
The Sabre HE is supplied with a built-in, 24-hour,
time clock that can be set to operate the appli-
ance for central heating. However it may be that
your installer has fitted an external time clock
(usually because of the location of the appliance
i.e. loft, basement, outhouse, etc.) if so, please
disregard the following instructions and refer to
those supplied with the external time clock.
1.4 EXPLANATION OF FEATURES
Although the Sabre HE has been designed for
simplicity of use, it utilises the latest in boiler
technology, enabling a host of functions to be
carried out simultaneously.
1.4.1 FROST PROTECTION MODE
This function is only active when there are no
requests for heating or HW. When the temperature
inside the appliance drops below 5 °C, the boiler will
operate on minimum output until the temperature -
within the appliance - reaches 35 °C.
1.4.2 AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
The automatic temperature control function
(SARA), permits the boiler (when the heating
temperature selector is set within the AUTO
sector) to automatically adjust (raise) the heating
flow outlet temperature during inclement weather.
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW
Off’
Auto
On
Fig. 2

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HOW TO...
2.1 USE THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME
Before switching the appliance on please
familiarise yourself on how to isolate the appliance
from the electricity, gas, and water supplies. If in
doubt contact your installer.
2.2 USE THE MODE SELECTOR SWITCH
Turn the mode selector switch to the OFF position,
switch on the electrical supply to the appliance.
The green LED should be flashing, you may now
select either HOT WATER ONLY or HEATING
AND HOT WATER.
2.2.1 OBTAIN HOT WATER
By turning on a hot water outlet (tap) the boiler will
fire to deliver hot water.
The appliance will have been commissioned by
your installer to deliver hot water at both a reason-
able temperature and flow rate, should you wish
to alter the temperature of the hot water, simply
change the setting of the DHW temperature
selector and/or change the flow of water as it
comes out of the tap. Please consult your installer
for further advice if required.
2.2.2 OBTAIN CENTRAL HEATING
When the time clock is in an ‘on’ position, and
the room thermostat – if fitted – is calling for heat,
the boiler will fire to provide central heating.
2.3 RE-PRESSURING THE SYSTEM
The system will need re-pressurising if the red
LED is illuminated and the pressure gauge is
reading below 0.4bar. Locate the filling valve and
if necessary connect the loop (fig. 3) slowly open
the valve until you hear the water entering the
appliance. The red LED will go out first. Go on
with re-pressuring until the pressure shown on
the manometer is between 1 & 1.5 bar (fig. 4).
The appliance must not be operated until the
system has been re-pressurised. If in doubt con-
tact your installer.
2.4 SHUT DOWN THE SYSTEM FOR SHORT PE-
RIODS
The system can be shut down for short periods by
simply turning the mode selector to the OFF
position. It is also advisable to turn off the main
water supply to the house.
2.5 SHUT DOWN THE SYSTEM FOR LONG PERI-
ODS
If the house is to be left unoccupied for any length
of time – especially during the winter - the system
should be thoroughly drained of all water. The
gas should be turned off at the meter and the
main water supply should be turned off at the
stopcock. If necessary contact your installer for
further advice.
2.6 CARE FOR THE APPLIANCE
To clean the outer casing use only a clean damp
cloth. Do not use any scourers or abrasive
cleaners.
1.4.3 ANTI-SEIZE FUNCTION
Should the appliance remain inactive for a period
of 24 hours, the pump will be activated for a few
seconds to prevent seizure.
1.4.4 APPLIANCE STATUS INDICATORS
The Sabre HE has status indicators that show if
the appliance is working normally, if it needs
‘topping up’ or re-pressurising, or if it has a fault
(see below).
1.5 GUARANTEE REGISTRATION CARD
Please take the time to fill out your guarantee
registration card. The completed warranty card
should be posted within 30 days of installation.
1.5.1
BENCHMARK LOG BOOK
The Benchmark Log Book is supplied with your
boiler. This important document must be com-
pleted during the installation/commissioning of
your boiler. All CORGI Registered Installers carry
a CORGI ID card, and have a registration number.
Both should be recorded in your Benchmark Log
Book. You can check your installer by calling
CORGI direct on 01256 372300.
Failure to install and commission the appliance in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions
may invalidate the warranty. This does not affect
your statutory rights .
Fig. 3
control valve
temporary
connection control valve
supply pipe
double check
valve
flow/return pipe
Fig. 4
correct
pressure value

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WHAT IF...
3.1 I SUSPECT A GAS LEAK
If you suspect a gas leak, turn off the gas supply
at the gas meter, and contact your installer or
local gas supplier. If you require further advice
please contact your nearest Service & Technical
Helpline (0870-264-1220).
3.2 I FREQUENTLY ‘TOP-UP’ OR ‘RE-PRESSU-
RISE’ THE SYSTEM
If the system regularly requires topping-up or re-
pressurising, it may be indicative of a leak. Please
contact your installer and ask him to inspect the
system.
3.3 THE FAULT LIGHT IS ON
If the red LED is illuminated it indicates that the
appliance has ‘locked-out’ or has an internal fault.
To reset the appliance, make sure the gas supply
is on to the appliance. Turn the mode selector
switch to the OFF position for a few seconds and
then turn it back to its previous position. If the red
LED stays on or is illuminated after a few seconds
call an engineer.
COLOUR FREQUENCY FAULTS/STATUS ACTION REQ’D
Green Flashing every 6-seconds At stand-by with no faults None
Flashing 8-times every second SARA function None
On every 0.5 second Temporary fault Wait
Yellow On every 0.5 second Service function Contact service centre
On permanently DHW fault Contact service centre
Red On every 0.5 second Safety shutdown and/or Check pressure gauge
internal fault Check gas supply
Leave 2-minutes and reset
appliance, if fault continues,
contact service centre
On permanently Appliance overheat Contact service centre
APPLIANCE LED STATUS INDICATOR
3.4 THE APPLIANCE IS DUE ITS ANNUAL SERV-
ICE
Please contact the Service & Technical Helpline
(0870-264-1220) if you would prefer an author-
ised engineer or agent to service your appliance.
Alternatively your local CORGI registered engi-
neer may be able to service the appliance for you.
If you are a tenant your landlord will arrange for
servicing.
3.5 I NEED TO CALL AN ENGINEER
If you think your boiler may have developed a
fault, please contact your installer or the Service
& Technical Helpline (0870-264-1220). Have all
your details to hand including full address and
postcode, relevant contact numbers and your
appliance logbook.
3.6 I WANT TO EXTEND THE WARRANTY
You can if you wish, extend the warranty on your
SABRE HE boiler. Simply contact our Service &
Technical Helpline (0870-264-1220) for further
information.
MINIMUM CLEARANCES
Please observe the following minimum clearances required for the safe operation and maintenance of this appliance
Above the appliance 150mm 6 inches
Below the appliance 150mm 6 inches
Left hand side of appliance 50mm 2 inches
Right hand side of appliance 12mm 1/2 inch
In front of appliance 600mm 24 inches

NOTE

Cod. 10028198 - 26/06 - Ed. 2
COLLECTIVE MARK
Heating Services provides after-sales assistance
and Technical advice for Sabre Boilers
Service & Technical Helpline: 0870-264-1220
We reserve the right to change the specifications without prior notice. Consumers’ statutory rights are not affected