Ideal Boilers Classic FF 360 User manual

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FF 330 - 3 100
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To light the boiler. Refer to Frame 1
If a programmer is fitted, refer to separate instructions for the
programmer before continuing.
1. CHECK THAT THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY TO THE BOILER
IS OFF.
2. Open the controls access door by hinging downwards.
3. Ensure that the gas inlet cock (D) is OPEN.
4. Press the overheat reset button (E), located as shown in
Frame 1.
5. Ensure that the mains on/off switch (C) is in the OFF position.
6. Switch ON the electricity supply to the boiler. Check that all
external controls, e.g. room thermostat etc., are ON.
7. Turn the boiler thermostat knob (B) to position 6 and the
mains on/off switch (C) to ON. After about 15 seconds the
boiler will light automatically - this can be viewed through the
sight glass (A).
Set the boiler thermostat to the desired position.
8. Close the controls access door.
Classic FF (Natural Gas Models Only)
Introduction
It is essential that the instructions in this booklet are
strictly followed, for safe and economic operation of
the boiler.
Current Gas Safety (Installation &
Use) Regulations or rules in force.
In your own interest, and that of safety, it is the law that this
boiler must be installed by a CORGI registered installer or in IE
a competent person, in accordance with the above regulations.
Electricity Supply
This appliance must be efficiently earthed.
Supply: 230 V ~ 50 Hz. The fusing should be 3A.
Connection must be made in a way that allows complete
isolationoftheelectricalsupplysuchasadoublepoleswitch
having a 3mm (1/8") contact separation in both poles, or a
plugandsocket,servingonlytheboilerandsystem controls.
The means of isolation must be accessible to the user after
installation.
Important notes
a. This appliance must not be operated without the casing
correctly fitted and forming an adequate seal.
b. Iftheboilerisinstalled in acompartment then thecompartment
MUST NOT be used for storage purposes.
c. Theventilation provided for theboiler during installation MUST
NOT be blocked, and a check should be made periodically
that the ventilation areas are free from any obstruction.
d. If it is known or suspected that a fault exists on the boiler then
it MUST NOT be used until the fault has been corrected by a
CORGI registered installer or in IE a competent person.
e. Flammable materials must not be placed in close proximity
to the appliance. Materials giving off flammable vapours must
not be stored in the same room as the appliance.
f. Where the boiler is fitted with a Vertex flue system with a
draught diverter in the loft the loft space MUST NOT be used
as a dwelling area.
g. Under NO circumstances should any of the sealed
components on this appliance be used incorrectly or tampered
with.
Minimum clearances
A clearance of 533mm (21") MUST be available at the front of the
boiler for servicing.
The minimum clearances given below MUST be complied with
in order to maintain the safe running of the boiler .
Above the boiler 100 mm (4")
At each side of the boiler 5 mm (1/4")
Underneath the boiler 100 mm (4")
In front of the boiler 75 mm (3")
Classic FF 330.........................G.C. No. 41 391 54
Classic FF 340.........................G.C. No. 41 391 95
Classic FF 350.........................G.C. No. 41 391 96
Classic FF 360.........................G.C. No. 41 391 97
Classic FF 370.........................G.C. No. 41 391 98
Classic FF 380.........................G.C. No. 41 391 99
Classic FF 3 100......................G.C. No. 41 392 01
Classic FF 340 LF....................G.C. No. 41 392 90
Classic FF 350 LF....................G.C. No. 41 392 91
Classic FF 360 LF....................G.C. No. 41 392 92
CAUTION. To avoid the possibility of injury during the installation, servicing or cleaning of
this appliance care should be taken when handling edges of sheet steel components

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Knob Setting Flow Temperature
°C °F
156 133
261 142
366 152
472 161
577 170
682 180
1 BOILER CONTROLS
LEGEND
ASightglass.
BThermostat knob.
CMains on/off switch.
DGas service cock (shown in the OPEN position).
EOverheat thermostat reset button.
View inside boiler controls area
To shut down the boiler
1. For short periods
Turn the boiler on/off switch (C) to OFF.
When heating is again required, restore the switch to ON.
In winter conditions, i.e. central heating and domestic hot water,
the thermostat should be set at position 5 or 6.
For summer conditions, i.e. domestic hot water only, the
thermostat should be set at position 3.
These settings, however, are offered for general guidance only
and other settings may be found preferable, dependent upon the
type of system installed or as recommended by the installer.
Control of water temperature
1. Adjust the boiler thermostat (B) to give the required
temperature of central heating.
2. The boiler thermostat automatically switches the main burner
OFF and ON to maintain the selected temperature.
Approximate flow temperatures for the boiler thermostat settings
are:
2. For longer periods
Turn the boiler ON/OFF switch (C) to OFF.
Switch the electricity supply to OFF.
To relight the boiler
Repeat the procedure 1 - 8, detailed in 'To light the boiler'.
Frost protection
If no frost protection is provided and frost is likely during a
short absence from home, leave the heating controls at a
reduced temperature setting.
For longer periods, the entire system should be drained -
including the domestic water supply. If the system includes a
frost thermostat then, during cold weather, the boiler should
be turned OFF at the time switch(es) ONLY. The mains supply
should be left switched ON, with the boiler thermostat left in
the normal running position.
Boiler Overheat Thermostat
The boiler is fitted with a safety 'cutout' thermostat. This will
shut down the boiler in the event of overheating. Should this
occur allow the boiler to cool, press the reset button (E) then
relight as detailed in steps 1-8 in 'To light the boiler'.
If the cutout condition still persists turn off the boiler and
consult a CORGI registered installer or in IE a competent
THE LOG BOOK SHOULD BE COMPLETED AFTER
EACH SERVICE AND KEPT WITH THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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 01563 72300

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Caradon Ideal Limited
pursues a policy of
continuing improvement in
the design and performance
of its products. The right is
therefore reserved to vary
specification without notice. March 2003 UIN 157 019 A02
Ideal Boilers, P.O. Box 103,
National Ave., Kingston upon
Hull, HU5 4JN. Telephone:
01482 492 251.
Fax: [phone].
Registration No. London 322 137.
The code of practice for the installation,
commissioning & servicing of central heating systems
Caradon Ideal Limited is a member of the Benchmark
initiative and fully supports the aims of the programme.
Benchmark has been introduced to improve the
standards of installation and commissioning of central
heating systems in the UK and to encourage the
regular servicing of all central heating systems to
ensure safety and efficiency.
Ideal Consumer Helpline Tel: [phone]
www.idealboilers.com
THIS SYMBOL IS YOUR
ASSURANCE OF QUALITY
These appliances are designed for use with Natural
Gas only. They have been tested and conform with
the provisions of BS. 6332 and BS. 5258.
CERTIFIED PRODUCT
Manufactured under a BS EN
ISO 9001:1994 Quality System
accepted by BSI.
Natural Gas appliances are service
listed by British Gas
person.
Loss of system water pressure
Boilersfitted with ClassicSealed SystemUnits only
If the red arrow on the unit pressure gauge is set above zero and
the system pressure is seen to fall below this value over a period
of time then a water leak is indicated. In this event a CORGI
registered installer or in IE a competent person should be
consulted.
DO NOT OPERATE THE BOILER IF THE PRESSURE HAS
REDUCED TO ZERO FROM THE ORIGINAL SETTING.
Escape of gas
Should a gas leak be suspected, contact your local gas supplier
without delay.
Do NOT search for gas leaks with a naked
flame.
Cleaning
For normal cleaning simply dust with a dry cloth.
To remove stubborn marks and stains, wipe with a damp cloth
and finish off with a dry cloth.
Do NOT use abrasive cleaning materials.
Maintenance
The appliance should be serviced at least once a year by a
CORGI registered installer or in IE a competent person.