Kwikot KwikBoil Installation guide

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Warranty Manual

Please read this booklet as it
contains importantinformation about
the correctinstallation and opetation
of the Kwikboil unit. Failure to install
the Kwikboil correctly will deem the
Product Warranty null and void
IMPORTANT NOTES
1.
1.1
1.3 Please ensure that the mains cold
water supply is connected to the
indicated water inlet connection of the
Kwikboil (at the base of the solenoid
valve) and that the unit vent connection
always has a free flow of air into and
out of the boiling water chamber.
1.4 The Kwikboil is a simple techn-
ologically advanced electronic
automatic boiling water system and
operates differently and more
efficiently to other mechanical systems.
Please familiarise yourself with the
filling and operating modes of this
electronic system as explained on
Page 4 and 5 of the Manual.
2
1.6 The Kwikboil unit produces boiling
water and care should be taken at all
times when using it.
WATER QUALITY
Caution is suggested if the Boiling Water
Unit is to be connected to a water supply
with.a high content of silica of calcium.
Water supplies of this nature may be
detrimental to the unit's operation and may
cause the warranty to become void. For
further information relating to the guidelines
of water quality, contact your local service
agent for advice.
3INSTALLATION
This Boiling Water Unit shall be installed by
a qualified service person. The installation
must comply with the local building
regulations and the relevant wiring and
plumbing regulations.
3.1 LOCATION
This unit is designed for interior installation
only and is NOT WEATHERPROOF. If the
unit is to be installed outside, it must be
protected from the weather and from
freezing.
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CONTENTS
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1.2 The Kwikboil is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction.
Concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
The kwikboil is designed and
manufactured to operate at a maximum
incoming mains cold water pressure of
1000kPa.Should the water pressure
exceed 1000 kPa, an inline pressure
reducing valve must be fitted.
1.5 The Kwikboil system facilitates a
boiling water temperature adjustment
for different altitude installations. A
temperature trim pot is located in the
electronic controller (PCB) Should a
temperature adjustment be necessary,
the procedure is detailed on Page 10 of
the Manual.
1.7 Instructions are also available on the
internet and via website www.kwikot.com

OPENING THE UNIT
3.2
To remove the jacket from all models, remove
the retaining screws on the sides and pull the
jacket forward.
MINIMUM CLEARANCES
3.3
All units require a minimum clearance of 50
mm on all sides, however, we recommend you
leave sufficient clearance for servicing.
MOUNTING
3.4
The Kwikboil, when installed is suspended
from mounting screws located into keyhole
slots at the back of the unit (refer to the
dimension specification diagrams on pages
5,6 and 7 or the template on the carton). Be
sure that the mounting screws are securely
inserted into the keyhole slots. The screws
MUST be anchored in such a way, that they will
hold the weight of the unit when filled with
water,(refer to the weight tableon Page 8).
WATER SUPPLY
CONNECTION
3.5
Mains cold water supply ( refer to pressure
table on Page9 for operating water pressures )
must be piped and connected to the BSP
inlet fitting located on the left hand side
underneath the unit. An accessible isolating
valve must beinstalled near the unit.
1
2
''
This unit contairis a strainer on the water inlet
connection. To ensure continuing satisfactory
operation, it is suggested that theinlet strainer
be serviced every six months. Where poor
water quality is present it is recommended to
install an additionalauxiliary filter.
For rear entry connection, it is recommended
that you use a braided flexible hose with a
90 elbow for easeof connection.
VENT/OVERFLOW
CONNECTION
3.6
Connect a 15 mm (1/2") pipe to the
vent/overflow connection. (1/2" BSP). This
pipe must have a continuous fall, not
exceeding 3 metres in length, or contain no
more than 4bends.
During the normal operation of the Kwikboil
the vent/overflow connection may discharge
small quantities of steam and condensate, so
it is ESSENTIALthat the drainpipe is attached
to the vent/ overflow connection. This drain
pipe must discharge to waste at a point where
no scald injuryor inconvenience is caused.
Ensure that the vent/overflow line remains
open because the Kwikboil tank is not
designed to be pressurised. It is recom-
mended to install an air break in the
vent/overflow drain line, no more than 300
mm from theKwikboil unit.
DRAIN CONNECTION
3.7
There is a drain screw located on
the underside of the unit to
completely drain the tank for
servicing.
Before removing thedrain
screw, ensurethe appliance has
been switched off and thewater is not hot
enough to scald.
This unit is not suitable for
installation in an area where a water jet could
be used. This unit must no not
be cleaned using a water jet.
CAUTION:
TAP OUTLET
3.8
Toprevent damage during transportation,
the tap is bubble wrapped and placed
inside the carton.
The tap is fitted to the threaded tap outlet
extension with an "o" ring seal fitted and
fixing screw to secure in the vertical
position.
Installation and maintenanceof the
Kwikboil Boiling Water Unit shall
be carried outby a suitably
qualified service person.
PLEASE NOTE:
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
3.9
All models
230 VoltsAC, 50HZ,
Single Phase
ELEMENT RATING
1800Watts 2.5 Litre
2000Watts 5 to 10 Litre
2400Watts 15 Litre
3000Watts 25 Litre
A flexible cord complete with a plug is
supplied on all models. Do not loosen the
cord grip or pull excess cord into the Kwikboil.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED
CAUTION:
4. OPERATION
When the installation is complete, first turn
on the water supply and then switch on the
power, which will engage the solenoid valve
and the unit will automatically begin to fill and
the heating sequencewill commence.
The water is heated in small quantities, so
boiling water isavailable at all times.
The electronic control unit constantly controls
the water leveland the water temperature.
4.1 MODE 1 OPERATION:
To follow through the sequence of events in
order , it is necessary that we consider the
unit is switchedon for the first time .
When the unit is swithed on , the controller
scans the Level Probe condition , and having
established that, then executes a sequenceof
events particular tothat mode.
1.The Controller scans the Level
Probe condition. Both Probes
(low and high)will be found to be
in an OPEN condition i.e. no
water present. This then places
the unitin MODE1 condition.
1.
The solenoid valve is then
energised and the "SL" LED on the
PC-Board will light up indicate
power sent to the solenoid valve,
allowing water toenter the tank.
2.
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Fault 3: "THIRD LEVEL PROBE DETECTED
FAULT"
This fault occurs when the third water level
probe has detected that the water level is
higher than the normal operation. This is
normaly caused by a faulty or scaled up level
probe.
This fault will be indicated on the PC-board by
flashing the "FL" LED and by flashing the
"POWER" LED and "READY" LED in a
sequence as followseg..
This fault can be corrected by removing the
water level probe and cleaning it or replacing
the part. A detailed cleaning procedure can be
found on our website at www.Kwikot.com. The
unit will remove itself out of this fault mode
once normal operationhas been restored.
MODE 3 OPERATION:
4.3
The Element remains energised,
allowing heating ofwater to take place,
resulting in thewater attaining set point,
detected by theThermistor.
The Element is then de-energised
allowing cooling ofwater to take place.
Cooling continues to take place through
heat loss via the tank insulation until set
point minus 2 is reached, detected by
the Thermistor.
The Element is then energised,
allowing heating of water to take place.
3.
4.
5.
2.
1.
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Water continues to enter the tank until
such time as the low Level Probe becomes
"CLOSED" , i.e. water is present , up to the
end of the Low Level Probe the "LL" LED
on the PC-Board will light up to indicate
this condition.
3.
The solenoid valve is then de-energised
stopping the flow of water into the tank and
the "SL" LEDwill go off on the PC-Board.
The Controller then steps into MODE 2
new line condition.
4.
5.
MODE 2 OPERATION:
4.2
The element is energised and the "HT"
LED on the PC-Board will light up
indicating power sent to the element,
allowing heating ofthe water to take place .
The continued heating results in the water
reaching the set point detected by
Termistorthe ready light will the turn on.
The Solenoid Valve is then energised,
allowing ambient water to enter the tank
thus reducing the water temperature a
maximum. of 2deg and results in a shift
away from the set point , again detected by
the Thermistor.
When this occurs, the Solenoid vavle is
then de-energised, stopping the flow of
water into thetank.
Steps 2 to 4 are repeated until such
time as the High Level Probe be comes
"CLOSED" (unit is now full) and the
"HL" LED will light up indicating this
condition i.e.water ispresent.
5.
4.
3.
1.
2.
Steps 1 to 4 are repeated untill such
time as the water is drawn from the unit,
at which time the controller then steps
back into MODE 2
KWIKBOIL DIAGNOSTICS
4.4
This Kwikboil is fitted with self diagnostics
and indicative LEDLights.
The self diagnostic features programmed
into the PC-board enables the unit to
determine if a component is faulty or if there
is a fault in heating and/or filling modes i.e.
no water connected.
A further added safety feature to the unit is
a third Level water probe in the tank. This
will enable the PC-board to detect if the
normal operating water level probe is faulty
or dirty and will prevent the machine from
overflowing.
Diagnostic faults are indicated on the front
LED's of the face plate and on the PC-board
with the respective component LED, e.g.
"SL" meaning solenoid valve. The
respective LED will flash when a fault is
detected.
Fault 1: "NOWATER CONDITION FAULT"
This fault occurs when the unit goes
through its filling modes and does not
detect water filling into the tank after a set
time period. The cause of this fault could
be due to no water connection to the unit, a
faulty level probeor faulty solenoid valve.
This fault will be indicated on the PC Board
by flashing the "SL" LED on the PC-board
and by flashing the "POWER LED" on the
front face plateeg.
This fault can be corrected by identifying
the cause (refer to Fault Finding Guide) and
resetting the unit.
Fault 2: "NOTHEATING FAULT"
This fault occurs when the PC-board has
detected no change in the water temperature.
The first possible cause of this fault could be
due to the element not working, the element
thermal cut out then needs to be reset. The
second possible fault could be a lose power
connection.
This fault will be indicated on the PC-board by
flashing the "HT" LED and by flashing the
"POWER" and "READY" LED's similtaniously
on the frontface plate eg..
This fault can be corrected by identifying the
cause (refer to Fault Finding Guide) and
resetting the unit.

PP
RD
FL
SL
HT
HL
LL
EL ELE N
Fault 4: "FAULTY OPEN CIRCUIT THERMISTOR"
This fault will occur when the thermistor is faulty
and not detectingthe tempreture of the water.
This fault will be indicated on the PC-board by
flashing the "FL" LED and by flashing the "READY"
LED on thefront face plate as follows eg.
This fault can be corrected by checking for a loose
connection or replacing the thermistor. The unit will
remove itself out of this fault mode once normal
operation has beenrestored.
DIAGRAM:DIMENSION SPECIFICATION
2.5;5;7.5;10;15L MODELS
4.5
C
D
B
L
N
F
E
G
A1
R
S
P
K
IH
M
A
VENT
POWER CABLE
INLET
J
SIDE VIEW
DIMENSION SPECIF ICATION FOR 2.5L, 5L, 7.5L AND 10L 15L KWIKBOIL
13
8
10
DETAIL A1 ENLARGED MOUNT ING HOLE
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DIMENSION SPE CIFICATION TABLE
4.7
DIAGRAM: DIMENSION SPECIFICATION
4.6
G
A1
R
S
P
K
IH
M
A
VENT
POWER CABLE
INLET
J
C
D
B
L
N
F
E
SIDE VIEW
DIMENSION SPECIF ICATION
13
8
10
DETAIL A1 ENLARGED MOUNT ING HOLE
T
FOR 25L KWIKBOIL
FRONT VIEW
KWIKBOIL SIZE
DIMENSION
(mm)
2.5
Litres
5
Litres
7.5
Litres
10
Litres
15
Litres
25
Litres
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
P
R
S
T
275
165
365
263
82
243
110
44
28
90
93
18
49
45
20
220
16
N/A
320 320
195 195
448 448
293 293
82 82
273 273
110 110
44 44
28 28
90 90
93 93
18 18
49 49
45 45
20 20
220 220
16 16
N/A N/A
348
225
460
323
82
303
137
44
28
90
93
18
49
45
20
220
16
N/A
370
230
513
328
82
308
140
44
28
90
93
18
49
45
20
220
16
N/A
400
255
612
353
82
333
115
44
28
90
93
18
49
45
20
220
16
135
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Nominal Storage
Capacity
Approx.Weight(kg.)
Empty
Approx.Weight(kg.)
Full
Minimum Water
Pressure kPa
Maximum Water
Pressure kPa
Element Size Kw
Initial Draw-off
(180ml cups)
Approx.Time for 1
Cup(in minutes)
Approx.Time to heat
full capacity
(in minutes)
Recovery(180ml
cups per minute)
2.5
Litres
5
Litres
7.5
Litres
10
Litres
15
Litres
25
Litres
6.6
10.7
20
1000
1.8
15
6
14
2
8.5
16.3
20
1000
2.0
30
7
22
2
8.7
18.3
20
1000
2.0
45
7
29
2
1.0
25.5
20
1000
2.0
60
10
37
2
11.2
30.4
20
1000
2.4
100
11
47
2.5
14.2
47.2
20
1000
3.0
150
11
60
3
TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
5.
A trim pot is located at the right rear of the control
box. Access is provided by means of a 10 mm
diameter hole.
All Electronic controllers are factory set to deliver
water at a temperature of approximately 97 .
lers are factory set to
When is temperature adjustment necessary?
When you replace the Electronic
Controller.
When you change the Thermistor or an
Element and Thermistor.
For different altitudes.
How do you adjust the temperature setting of the
Electronic Controller?
Drain water to the LOW LEVEL (discharge
from the tap).
Rotate the Trim Pot ANTI clockwise to it's
MINIMUM SETTING.
Switch the unit ON and allow it to operate
automatically for five minutes.
Using a 3 mm wide screwdriver,rotate the
Trim Pot CLOCKWISE to its MAXIMUM
SETTING. The unit will now boil
continuously.
Rotate the Trim Pot ANTI CLOCKWISE,
SLOWLY. until such time that the
SOLENOID VALVE opens, allowing the
water to flow into the tank.
ROTATE THE TRIM POT ANTI
6.
CLOCKWISE approximately 1/8
turn.
IMPORTANT
Temperature adjustment must
be carriedout bya qualified
service person.
4.8
SPECIFICATIONS
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

KWIKBOIL BOILING WATER UNIT:
FAULT FINDING GUIDE
6.
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
1.The unit does not fill
with water
2.The unit fills water to
low level and does not
heat
3.The unit boils
continuously
4.The unit overflows
5.There is no water from
the tap.
6.No electrical power to
unit.
7.No water to unit
Incoming water pressure is too
high
Solenoid valve failure.
Level probe failure.
The unit did not fill with enough
water.
The tap diaphragm is disconnected
from its spindle.
There is no power supply
There is no water supply
The filter is blocked
Electronic Controller failure
Solenoid Valve failure
Thermal cut-out tripped.
Heating Element failure.
Electronic Controller failure.
Thermistor failure
Temperature is not correctly set.
Electronic Controller failure.
Thermistor failure.
Power Supply failure.
Mains water supply failure.
Reset the Thermal cut-out.
If the Heating Element is properly
wired, then check its resistance.
Test the Electronic Controller.
Replace Thermistor
Set the Temperature Adjustment
Trim Pot.
Test the Electronic Controller.
Replace Thermistor.
See 1. &2. Above.
Drain water out of the unit. When the
unit is empty, disassemble and
repair of the top
When water supply restored;
1.Continue to use as normal and
the refilling process will
automatically restart
2.Switch off electrical supply for 30
seconds & switch on again.
Check the electrical supply.
Check the water supply
Check the filter, clean or replace.
Test the Electronic Controller.
Check resistance of the solenoid,
Replace if broken
Reduce incoming water pressure.
Disassemble the solenoid valve and
blow air through it. If air flows through,
replace the solenoid valve.
Clean the level probe.
Replace the level probe.
Will restart automatically when
electrical power is restored.
SPARE PARTS LIST:
7.
KB ELE-1,8
KB ELE-2,0
KB ELE-2,4
KB ELE-3,0
KB PCB
KB VALVKIT
KT TAP-O/ASS
KB WAT-PROBE
KB THERMIS
KB SEALS
KB TAP-SPAC
KB TAP-H
KB TAP-CAP
KB TAP-SHAF
KB TAP=SEAL
KB TAP-SPRING
KB DR-SCR
KB DR-SEAL
KB NUT-1/O
KB VENT-ISH
KB IN-STRAIN
KB IN-NRVALV
KB PRV15
KB SSTRAY
1.8KW ELEMENT(2,5Lt.)
2.0KW ELEMENT(5;7,5&10Lt.)
2.4KW ELEMENT(15Lt.)
3.0KW ELEMENT(25Lt.)
PC BOARD
SOLENOID VALVEKIT
OUTLET TAPASSEMBLY
WATERLEVEL PROBE
THERMISTORS
TANK/ELEMENTSEAL
TAPOUTLET SPACER
TAPHANDLE
TAPCAP
TAPSHAFT
TAPSEAL
TAPSPRING
DRAIN SCREW
DRAIN SEAL
INLET/VENT NUT
INLET/VENT SILICONE HOSE
INLET STRAINER
INLET NON-RETURN VALVE
ITAP361 PRV 15mm
STAINLESSSTEEL DRIP TRAY
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KWIKBOIL ELECTRIC BOILING WATER RANGE
PRODUCT WARRANTY
Kwikboil units are guaranteed against faulty materials and / or workmanship in manufacture and Electrolux SA
(Pty Ltd. undertakes to repair or, at its sole discretion, replace the faulty unit or parts.
AGE OF BOILING WATER UNIT FROM
DATE OF PURCHASE
WARRANTY COVERS ALL BOILING WATER UNIT . DOMESTIC
COMMERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL
Up to 12 calendar months from date of
purchase
Free replacement of failed component, or if necessary, replacement
of unit free of charge
The period of warranty is calculated from the date of installation as per the completed and submitted
warranty card on page 16, or calculated from the date on the purchase tax invoice. In both instances this is
to be verified by Electrolux SA (Pty) Ltd.
WARRANTY CONDITIONS
The Kwikboil boiling water unit must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer s installation instructions,
supplied with the unit and statutory requirements of the geographical area in which the unit is to be installed.
Where the failed component of the Boiling Water Unit is replaced under warranty, the balance of the original
Warranty Period will remain effective. The replaced component or complete Boiling Water Unit does not carry a
new warranty and the warranty period of the original unit is not extended for an additional period.
The warranty only applies to the Kwikboil Boiling Water Units and therefore, does not cover any plumbing or
electrical parts supplied by the installer and is not an integral part of the Boiling Water Unit e.g. pressure control
valve, stop cock, electrical switches or fuses.
WARRNTY EXCLUSIONS
REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT WORK WILL BE CARRIED OUT, AS SET OUT IN THE ELECTROLUX SA (PTY)
LTD. WARRANTY ABOVE, HOWEVER THE FOLLOWING EXCLUSION MAY CAUSE THE BOILING WATER
UNIT WARRANTY TO BECOME VOID AND MAY INCUR A SERVICE CHARGE AND COST OF PARTS (WHERE
NECESSARY).
Accidental damage; Acts of God; failure due to misuse; incorrect installation; attempts to repair the Boiling Water
Unit other than by a Ele ctrolux SA (PTY) Ltd, authorized agent or the Electrolux Service Department.
Where it is found that there is nothing wrong with the Boiling Water Unit; where the complaint is related to low or
high water pressure (refer Installation Instructions and Owner s Guide) ; where there is no flow of boiling water
due to faulty plumbing or a blocked filter, where water leaks are related to plumbing and not the Boiling Water
Unit or Boiling Water Unit s components; where there is a failure of electricity or water supply.Where the Boiling
Water Unit or a Boiling Water Unit component has failed directly or indirectly as a result of excessive water
pressure.
Where the Boiling Water Unit is located in a position that does not comply with the manufacturer s installation
instructions or relevant statutory requirements, causing the need for major dismantling or removal of cupboards,
doors or walls.
Subject to any statutory provisions to the contrary claims for damage to furniture, carpets, walls, foundations, or
any other consequential loss either directly or indirectly due to leakage from a Boiling Water Unit.
Repairs to a Boiling Water Unit due to scale formation in the waterways when the boiling water unit has been
connected to a harmful water supply.
THIS IS THE ONLY GUARANTEE GIVEN, AND IT EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED IN LAW, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NO AMENDMENTS OR ADDITIONS TO THE WARRANTY SHALL
BE BINDING ON ELECTROLUX SA (PTY) LTD.
NB. Complete, Scan and Email to : ZA_insure@electrolux. com, or Post to P.O. Box 1016, Benoni, 1500
HOMEOWNER/CUSTOMER S DETAILS Date of installation
Name:
Physical Address:
Postal Address:
Postal code
Contact Tel: Cell:
()
DETAILS OF NEW KWIKBOIL
Size 2.5Lt 5Lt 7.5Lt 10Lt 15LTt 25Lt
Serial Code/No: Date of purchase:
Purchased from:
NB! Retain the purchase invoice or delivery note while the product is still under the warranty period
INSTALLER S DETAILS
Qualified Plumber/Installer s Name:
Was the unit installed by:Yourself(D.I.Y installation)
A qualified Plumber/installer
Contact Tel: Cell:
()
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
1.
2.
3.

NOTES:
8. NOTES: 8.
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