Birko Tempo Tronic 3L S/S User manual

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1090074 Tempo Tronic 3L S/S
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Birko Tempo Tronic
Installation and Operating Instructions

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Table of Contents
Read These Warnings First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Installation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Step 1 – Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Step 2 – Fastening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Step 3 – Connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
a) Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
b) Venting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
c) Electrical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Step 4 – Assembling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Step 5 – Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Operating Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Earthing Continuity Verification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Problem Solving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Wall Mounting Template Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
End of life disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Exploded View Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Contact Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Note:
All plumbing must comply with the relevant parts of AS/NZS 3500
All electrical must comply withthe relevant parts of AS/NZS 60335/3000

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Read These Warnings First
Please read all installation requirements, installation procedures and
precautions before installing any Birko Tempo Tronic instant boiling
water heater.
Never attempt to install any Birko Tempo Tronic instant boiling water
heater without reading all of the applicable instructions.
In some hard water areas where mineral scale accumulation in the
boiling chamber of the Birko Tempo Tronic may become a problem,
consideration should be given to the maintenance required. A suitable
form of water treatment may be necessary.
The cold water supply to this appliance must be potable and fall within
your local authorities guidelines.
The Birko Tempo Tronic instant boiling water heater is not intended for
use by young children or infirm people without supervision.
Young children should be prevented from having access to ensure that
they are not able to use or play with the heater.
If the installation site is located more than 1000 metres above sea level,
the installer should contact Birko for high altitude thermostat.
This appliance must be earthed. If the power supply cord is damaged it
must be replaced by a qualified electrician.
Do not remove the cover of the heater under any circumstances without
first isolating the heater from the power supply.
Do not use strong, corrosive or abrasive cleaners to clean the case of
the heater.
Frost protection: If this heater is located where ambient air
temperature could fall below 5ºC when the heater is not in use, do not
turn off the appliance electrically. This safeguard does not offer the
same protection to the connecting pipework and fittings.
The ambient temperatures this unit must operate within are 5ºC -
50ºC.
This heater is intended only for indoor use and should never be
installed outdoors or be exposed to the elements of nature.
This unit must not be positioned in an area that may be cleaned by a
water jet. This unit must not be cleaned by a water jet.
Before installing, ensure that the following are available:
a) Sufficient space to position the heater so there is at least 150 mm
clearance above the heater for service access, 65 mm to its left and
20 mm to its right – the tap outlet usually should be positioned at
least 200 mm above a draining board or drip tray.
b) Standard 220- 240 volt power cable positioned as shown on the
paper mounting template for connection from the rear of the heater
to the terminal block within the heater, OR a standard 10 amp 220-
240 volt power outlet on the wall withing 1500 mm of the heater.
This switch must provide all-pole disconnection and a contact
seperation of at least 3 mm installed in accordance with wiring
rules.
Installation Requirements

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c) Cold water supply with a minimum working pressure of 70 kPa and
a maximum working pressure of 500 kPa connected via an isolation
valve.
d) Outlet drainage to a sink draining board or to a drip tray.
e) Access to drainage from a vent situated at the base of the heater.
If the water pressure is likely to exceed 500 kPa, a 350 kPa pressure
reducing valve must be installed in the cold water supply line.
f) In all installation instances the walls of the heater must be vertical
and the base horizontal, there can be no exceptions to this rule.
Before You Begin
Locate the paper mounting-hole template packed with the heater.
Read the installation and operating instructions completely.
Decide whether to install with concealed or exposed plumbing and/or
electrical connections. Concealed connections are preferred for superior
appearance.
Step 1 – Positioning
Position the heater so the tap will drain on to a draining board or drip
tray.
Position the base of the tap to be not less than 200 mm above the
draining board (height should be increased only if essential for filling
larger vessels).
Provide clearance for service access of not less than 150 mm top, 65
mm left, 20 mm right.
Mark corner positions for the heater on the wall so as to position the
paper mounting-hole template.
Step 2 – Fastening
Position mounting-hole template on wall and drill holes where shown.
Remove cover fastening screws from heater and lift whole cover off
heater.
Install plumbing and wiring and prepare pipe ends and wiring ends as
required.
Screw heater chassis to the wall using screws or bolts suited to the
walling.
Screws or bolts must be capable of supporting the heater weight when
filled. (Refer to table to the left).
Installation Procedures
Approximate Weight When Filled
150 mm
minimum
clearance
20 mm minimum
clearance
from right edge
to wall
200 mm
65 mm
Installation Requirements continued
3 Litre model 12.5 kg
5.0 Litre model 16.5 kg
7.5 Litre model 20.5 kg
15 Litre model 34.5 kg
25 Litre model 47 kg
100 mm
minimum
clearance
150 mm
minimum
clearance
from right
edge to wall
200 mm
20 mm
3L, 5L & 7L
15L, 25L & 40L

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Visible Tundish
Vent line
Installation Procedures Continued
Step 3 – Connecting
THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE IS TO BE DONE BY AN AUTHORISED
INSTALLER ONLY.
a) Plumbing
For exposed plumbing connection, connect the cold water inlet pipe
from the base of the heater directly to the 1/2” or 12.7 mm compression
fittings.
For concealed plumbing connections, connect the cold water pipe
through the rear of the chassis using a 1/2” or 12.7 mm capillary elbow
(# 63 Swivel Elbows).
Cold water pipes must be flushed before connection to the inlet. Any
clogging due to sediment or fines will adversely affect the operation of
the heater.
It is recommended that the heater be installed with a stop cock which
allows it to be isolated from the mains supply for servicing.
Water pressure requirements:
Minimum - 70 kPa, maximum - 500 kPa.
Warning: If pressure is likely to exceed 500 kPa, a pressure
limiting valve must be installed in the cold water supply line. Birko
recommends a valve rated at 350 kPa for this application.
b) Venting
A vent at the base of the heater must be plumbed to a safe visible
location as, under certain conditions, it may discharge cold or boiling
water and/or steam.
For exposed vent plumbing, connect vent outlet from the base of heater
to a 1/2” or 12.7 mm pipe which has a continuous fall, is no more than 3
metres long, has no more than 3 right angle bends, and discharges to a
waste water drain.
For concealed vent plumbing, connect plumbing to the vent outlet
from the heater rear using a capillary elbow protruding 45 mm from
the wall.
Alternatively attach a tun dish to the wall as shown and plumb away to
waste.
Tun Dish part numbers:
Wall Mounted Tun Dish- 99017 and Straight Tun Dish- 99018.
Exposed power and water are
connected through base.
Concealed power and water
are connected through rear.
Concealed
Vent
Concealed
Inlet
45 mm

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Installation Procedures Continued
c) Electrical
This unit is designed for connection to 220-240 volt AC power supply
via either a concealed electrical connection or an exposed electrical
connection.
For exposed electrical connection the unit is supplied with a power cable
connected directly to the terminal block through the heater base.
For concealed electrical connection, fit a power cable from the rear
through the chassis opening provided directly to the terminal block as
shown.
Do not turn the power ON yet. Power is only to be turned on after the
timer, the cover and the tap is fitted and the unit is filled with water.
Before fitting outer case, turn the water on to check for any leaks. If
there are any leaks re-visit plumbing instructions. If all is dry then
isolate water.
Step 4 – Assembling
Fit the cover and screws, then fit the black escutcheon over the outlet.
Secure lock nut all the way to escutcheon tube then apply PTFE tape to
the threaded portion of the outlet tube, if not already applied. See Fig.1.
Screw the tap assembly clockwise onto the outlet tube until it touches
the lock nut without pressure, see Fig.2. Continue to turn the tap one
full rotation maximum until the handle is fully vertical. Secure tap in
vertical position by turning lock nut anti-clockwise.
Step 5 – Commissioning
Check previous steps. Turn water supply ON. Water is now flowing into
heater, check connections for leaks. Wait approximately 5 minutes and
check outlet tap for water. This is acheived by pulling the tap handle
forward.
Power is only to be turned on when water is available from this outlet.
Turn power ON. After a short period, boiling water will be available and will
be maintained close to boiling point thereafter. Initial heating periods are
shown in the table below.
Inlet water Temperature 15ºC 10ºC
3 Litre models 16 minutes 17 minutes
5.0 Litre models 16 minutes 17 minutes
7.5 Litre models 23 minutes 24 minutes
15 Litre models 40 minutes 43 minutes
25 Litre models 47 minutes 50 minutes
Electrical
Fig.1
Fig.2
PTFE Tape
Lock nut

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Operating Procedures
Handle rotates
180º for locked
down positions
and must
be manually
returned.
Pull handle
down for
water flow
than release.
Tap Operation
Birko Tempo Tronic is fitted with a two-way safety tap for instant
boiling water.
For instant boiling water, gently pull the top of the tap forward.
Boiling water will flow until the tap handle is released. This operation
gives fingertip flow control for safe filling of cups and mugs.
To fill larger vessels such as teapots and saucepans, rotate the tap 180
degrees and pull down until it locks into a horizontal position.
Boiling water will flow until the tap is returned to its normal vertical
position. This operation allows the vessel to be filled without holding
your hand where it may be affected by steam.
Earthing Continuity Verification
Warning: this appliance must be earthed.
Following remedial service the earthing continuity of the heater must
be checked by a qualified technician using an appliance tester, or
continuity tester of accuracy Class 5 or better. Class 5 denotes an
accuracy of 5% full scale deflection.
1. Isolate power supply.
2. Set meter to 0 ohm with leads connected together.
3. Connect one test lead to the earth pin on the three pin plug.
4. Connect the other test lead to a bare patch of metal (preferably on
the edge) of the top of the cover, then to the front cover of the unit,
and then to the tap.
Warning- the water may be boiling - show extra care.
5. Test that in every instance the electrical resistance does not exceed
1 ohm.
If required, an earth continuity
test can be performed by
testing between the earth pin
on the products lead and a
exposed piece of metal on the
case.

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Problem Solving
Symptom Possible Cause Solution
Fails to dispense water.
Water isolating valve turned off.
Blocked filter, blocked meter tube,
blocked strainer, jammed ball valve
assembly, airlock in transfer tube.
Check water supply
valve.
Contact Birko
authorised agent.
Water not boiling.
No power.
Faulty thermostat, faulty element
faulty cutout.
Incorrect timer setting
Check power supply.
Contact Birko
authorised agent.
Check timer setting
Runs out of boiling water and fails to
refill.
Outlet tap drips.
Overflow from vent.
Excessive steam from vent.
Power “on” but no heat.
Overload repeatedly tripping with
excessive steam.
Overload repeatedly tripping without
excessive steam.
Internal adjustment. Contact Birko
authorised agent.

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Cleaning
Cleaning Case
Do not use strong, corrosive, spray or abrasive cleaners. Clean the
case with a soft cloth or brush and mild soap and water.
Wall Mounting Template Dimensions
(3.0 L)
(3.0 L)
End of Life Disposal
In order to help preserve our environment we ask that you dispose of this product correctly. Please contact
your local city council for collection centre details.
427.5 (3L)
460.2 (5L)
574.2 (7.5L)
402 (15L)
782 (25L)
201 (3L)
221.4 (5L)
221.4 (7.5L)
318.5 (15L)
318.5 (25L)
287 (3L)
317 (5L)
317 (7.5L)
387.6 (15L)
387.6 (25L)

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Spare Parts List
Item Kit No Description
1 1311055 Birko Tap assy TT
2 1311059 Tap Insert Assy Birko
3 1312222 Escutcheon Black TT
4 1312223 Tap Lock Nut (w/ Flats)
5 1312224 Timer Loom Birko TT 5l
6a 1312225 Thermostat EA3513R 88º+/-1.5
6b 1312226 Thermostat EA3513A 85º+/-1.5
7a 1312227 Inlet assy 3l
7b 1312228 Inlet assy 5l
7c 1312229 Inlet assy 7.5l
7d 1312230 Inlet assy 15l
7e 1312231 Inlet assy 25l
8 1312232 Filter cold inlet bush (plastic)
9a 1312233 Bush vent assy 3l
9b 1312234 Bush vent assy 5l
9c 1312235 Bush vent assy 7.5l
9d 1312236 Bush vent assy 15l
9e 1312237 Bush vent assy 25l
10 1312238 Loom Birko TT Ther-Overload
11 1315320 Timer 7day-24Hr Gray
12 1312239 Lid, Cistern TT
13 1312240 Jumper Valve Assy
14 1311013 Floating Ball ASSY
15 1311031 Overload 4 terminal, 2 pole, 90 deg
16 1312242 Tank, Cistern
17 1312243 Seal Transfer Tube 2000B
18 1312244 Metering Tube 2.4kW
19 1312245 Elbow Stem 1/4" x 1/4" JG
20a 1312246 Tank Assy S/S TT 3 Ltr
20b 1312247 Tank Assy S/S TT 5 Ltr
20c 1312248 Tank Assy S/S TT 7.5 Ltr
20d 1312249 Tank Assy S/S TT 15 Ltr
20e 1312250 Tank Assy S/S TT 25 Ltr
21 1312251 O Ring BS114 Silicone
22a 1312252 Element 2400/240v HS2005B
22b 1312253 Element, 1500 (3l)

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Exploded View Diagram
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3 4
1
20
6
21
22a
5
10
17
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19
15
8
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Contact Details
Head Office
Birko Heaters Australia Pty. Ltd.
ABN 39 103 881 625
67-77 Allingham Street
Condell Park NSW 2200
Postal: Locked Bag 80
Bankstown 1885 Australia
Website: www.birko.com.au
Telephone [phone]
Free Call 1 300 724 955
As Birko’s policy is one of continuous product improvement, changes
to specifications may be made without prior notice. Images in this
booklet have been modified and may not be true representations of
the finished goods.
The standard cup referred to in this publication is 167 ml (6 fl oz).
© 2017 Birko Heaters Australia Pty. Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
The terms “Birko” “Tempo Tronic are trademarks of Birko Heaters
Australia Pty Ltd.
Products described in this publication are manufactured under one or
more patents and further patent applications are pending.