Ideal Boilers SE9 RS User manual

users guide
Classic
Your Ideal users guide
See reverse for Classic installation & servicing instructions
ENGINEERED FOR PEACE OF MIND
When replacing a part on this appliance use only spare parts that you can be assured
conform to the safety and performance specification that we require. Do not use
reconditioned or copy parts that have not been clearly authorised by Ideal Boilers.
SE9 RS, SE12 RS, SE15 RS
& SE18 RS

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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. 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")
To light the boiler. RefertoFrame1
If a programmer is fitted, refer to separate instructions for the
programmer before continuing.
1. CHECKTHATTHEELECTRICITYSUPPLYTOTHEBOILERISOFF.
2. Open the controls access door by hinging downwards.
3. Ensure that the gas inlet cock (C) is OPEN.
4. If an overheat thermostat is fitted press the overheat reset button
(D), located as shown in Frame 1.
5. SwitchONthe electricitysupplytothe boiler. Checkthatallexternal
controls, e.g. room thermostat etc., are ON.
6. Turn the boiler thermostat knob (B) to position 6. After about 15
seconds the boiler will light automatically - this can be viewed
through the sightglass (A).
Set the boiler thermostat to the desired position.
7. Close the controls access door.
INTRODUCTION
It is essential that the instructions in this booklet are
strictly followed, for safe and economic operation of
theboiler.
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
orin IE a competent person, in accordancewith theabove
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
isolationof the electricalsupplysuch as adoublepole switch
having a 3mm (1/8") contact separation in both poles, or a
plugand socket, servingonly the boilerandsystem 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. If the boiler is installed in a compartment then the
compartment MUST NOT be used for storage purposes.
c. The ventilation provided for the boiler 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.
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.
Model GC Appliance No
Classic SE9 RS........................... 41 395 44
Classic SE12 RS .........................41 395 45
Classic SE15 RS ......................... 41 395 46
Classic SE18 RS .........................41 395 99
Classic SE RS (Natural Gas Models Only)

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1 BOILER CONTROLS
View inside controls area
LEGEND
A. Sightglass
B. Thermostat knob
C. Gas service cock (shown in the OPEN position)
D. Overheat thermostat reset button (if fitted)
THE LOG BOOK SHOULD BE COMPLETED AFTER
EACH SERVICE AND KEPT WITH THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Winter conditions, i.e. central heating and domestic hot water, the
thermostat should be set at position 5 or 6.
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.
Approx. flow temperatures for the boiler thermostat settings are:
KnobSetting Flow Temperature
°C °F
156 133
261 142
366 152
472 161
577 170
682 180
To shut down the boiler
1. For short periods
Turn the boiler thermostat (B) to '0' to turn the boiler OFF.
When heating is again required, turn the thermostat knob to
the desired heat setting.
2. For longer periods
Turn the boiler thermostat (B) to '0' to turn the boiler OFF.
Switch the electricity supply to OFF.
To relight the boiler
Repeat the procedure 1 - 7, 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.
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.
Ideal Boilers, P.O. Box 103,
NationalAve.,Kingstonupon
Hull,HU54JN. Telephone:
01482 492 251.
Fax: [phone].
RegistrationNo.London 322137.
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
ASSURANCEOFQUALITY
Theseappliances are designedfor use withNatural
Gasonly. Theyhave been testedand conformwith the
provisionsof BS.6332 andBS. 5258.
CERTIFIED PRODUCT
Manufactured under a BS EN
ISO 9001:2000 Quality System
accepted by BSI.
Natural Gas appliances are service
listed by British Gas
Boiler overheat thermostat (if fitted)
If 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
(D) then relight as detailed in steps 1-7 in 'To light the boiler'.
If the cutout condition still persists then turn off the boiler and
consult a CORGI registered installer or in IE a competent person.
Loss of system water pressure
(Boilers fitted with Classic Sealed System Units only)
If the red arrow on the module pressure gauge is set above zero
and the system pressure is seen to fall below this value over a
periodoftimethenawaterleakisindicated.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
REDUCEDTOZEROFROMTHEORIGINALSETTING.
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.