Nibe VPB 200 Operating manual

User and Installer
manual
LEK
VPB/VPBS
Water heater Accumulator tank
CHB GB 1710-1
431320

Table of Contents
41 Important information
62 For the User
73 For the Installer
184 Technical data
23Contact information
3Table of Contents |VPB/VPBS

Safety information
This manual describes installation and service procedures
for implementation by specialists.
This appliance can be used by children
aged from 8 years and above and per-
sons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use
of the appliance in a safe way and under-
stand the hazards involved. Children shall
not play with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made
by children without supervision.
Rights to make any design or technical
modifications are reserved.
©NIBE 2017.
Symbols
NOTE
This symbol indicates danger to person or ma-
chine .
Caution
This symbol indicates important information
about what you should observe when maintain-
ing your installation.
TIP
This symbol indicates tips on how to facilitate
using the product.
General
Serial number
The serial number can be found at the bottom right of
the front cover.
Caution
Always give the product's serial number when
reporting a fault.
Recovery
Leave the disposal of the packaging to the in-
staller who installed the product or to special
waste stations.
Do not dispose of used products with normal
household waste. It must be disposed of at a
special waste station or dealer who provides this type of
service.
Improper disposal of the product by the user results in
administrative penalties in accordance with current legis-
lation.
Country specific information
User and Installer manual
This user and installer manual must be left with the cus-
tomer.
VPB/VPBSChapter 1 | Important information4
1 Important information

Inspection of the installation
Current regulations require the heating installation to be inspected before it is commissioned. The inspection must
be carried out by a suitably qualified person.
DateSignatureNotesDescription
✔
Heat pump (page 11)
Shut off valves
Hot water (page 11)
Shut off valves
Mixing valve
Cold water (page 11)
Shut off valves
Non-return valve
Safety valve
Electricity (page 16)
Sensors
Direct-current anode (only VPB/VPBS E)
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Maintenance
Safety valve (not supplied)
The water heater's safety valve sometimes releases a
little water after hot water usage. This is because the
cold water, which enters the water heater, expands when
heated causing the pressure to rise and the safety valve
to open.
The function of the safety valves must be regularly
checked, about four times a year, to prevent clogging.
To inspect the valve, open the safety valve manually and
check that water flows through the overflow pipe. If this
does not happen then the safety valve is defective and
must be replaced.
Emptying
Water heater
Draining is performed through the siphon (using hose)
in the cold water connection (XL3).
Charge coil
Draining is performed through the siphon (using hose)
in the docking connection, return to heat pump (XL9).
Solar coil
Draining is performed through the siphon (using hose)
in the connection, return to solar heating system (XL14).
LEK
XL3 XL9
VPB 200/VPB 300
LEK
XL3 XL9 XL14
VPBS 300
Service
For service, contact the installer. Serial number (PF3) (14
digits) and installation date should always be stated.
Only replacement parts supplied by NIBE may be used.
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2 For the User

General
VPB/VPBS is a series water heater, which is suitable for
connection to an external heat source.
The water tank has internal copper, stainless steel or
enamel corrosion protection. The water heater is
equipped with a charge coil that heats the domestic
water, resulting in excellent properties for hot water
charging.
VPBS 300 can be docked to thermal solar panels.
The water heater is designed and manufactured for a
maximum cut-off pressure of 10 bar in the water heater
and 3 bar on the primary side. Maximum permitted
temperature is 85 °C.
VPBS 300 is equipped with a copper finned tube for
connection of up to 6 m² of thermal solar panels.
The insulation is Neopor, which provides excellent heat
insulation. The outer shell of VPB/VPBS is powder-coated,
white steel.
VPB/VPBS is equipped with a submerged tube for the
sensors for external control and display of hot water
heating.
VPBS 300 can be supplemented with a third sensor for
solar control.
Transport
VPB/VPBS should be transported and stored vertically in
a dry place. The VPB/VPBS may, however, be carefully
laid on its back when being moved into a building.
R
0
+2
0
-2
1
R
0
HMflow 49(50)°C
Hotwater
51°C
+2
0
-2
1
R
0
HMflow
49(50)°C
Hotwater
51°C
R
0
R
0
+2
0
-2
1
R
0
HMflow 49(50)°C
Hotwater
51°C
+2
0
-2
1
R
0
HMflow
49(50)°C
Hotwater
51°C
R
0
Assembly
The water heater is only designed for upright installation.
The water heater’s installation area should always have
a temperature of at least 10 °C (frost-free).
Position VPB/VPBS on a firm base that can take the
weight, preferably on a concrete floor or foundation.
Use the product's adjustable feet to obtain a horizontal
and stable set-up.
30 - 50 mm
30 - 50 mm
15 - 40 mm
20-55 mm
Supplied components
VPB/VPBS Enamel
Potentiostat
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3 For the Installer

Component positions
VPB 200 VPB 300 / VPBS 300
The figure shows VPBS 300
UL
UA2
FR1
QM22
W1
UA1
XL5**XL9XL3XL4XL8 XL13 XL8 XL4 XL3 XL9 XL14 XL5**
FR1
QM22
W1
UA1
UL
UA3
UA2
PF1
PF1
LEK
LEK
LEK
LEK
XL8 XL4 XL3 XL9 XL5
UA1
FR1
UA2
PF1
XL8 XL4 XL3 XL9
UA1
Sv PDB
UA2
Givarkabeldragning
Denna bild används för ?
PF3
(**Not VPB/VPBS Cu)
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Explanation
Pipe connections
Connection, cold waterXL3
Connection, hot waterXL4
Connection, hot water circulationXL5
Docking connection, supply line (from heat
pump*)
XL8
Docking connection, return line (to heat pump*)XL9
Connection, supply line (from solar heating sys-
tem) (Only VPBS 300)
XL13
Connection, return line (to solar heating system)
(Only VPBS 300)
XL14
HVAC components
Venting, charge coilQM22
Submerged tube for hot water sensor (display)
BT7
UA1
Submerged tube for hot water sensor (control)
BT6
UA2
Submerged tube for solar sensor (control)UA3
Electrical components
Direct-current anode (VPB/VPBS E)FR1
Cable to direct-current anode (VPB/VPBS E)W1
Miscellaneous
Rating platePF1
Serial number platePF3
Adjustable feetUL
Designations in component locations according to
standard IEC 81346-1 and 81346-2.
*or another external heat source
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Installation
Removing the covers
Front cover
1
2
LEK
LEK
1. Remove the screws from the lower edge of the front
cover.
2. Lift the cover out at the bottom edge and up.
Side panels
LEK
LEK
LEK
1. Remove the screws from the upper and lower edges.
2. Twist the cover slightly outward.
3. Move the hatch backwards and slightly to the side.
4. Pull the cover to one side.
5. Pull the hatch forwards.
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Pipe installation
Pipe installation must be carried out in accordance with
current norms and directives.
The water heater must be fitted with the requisite valves,
such as a safety valve, shut-off valve, non-return valve
and vacuum valve.
The water heater must be provided with a mixer valve,
which limits the temperature of outgoing hot water to
60 °C. If this valve is not fitted, some other measure must
be taken to prevent the risk of scalding.
Internal support bushes must be fitted when a plastic or
annealed copper pipe is used. An overflow pipe must be
routed from the safety valve to a suitable drain. The
overflow pipe must be the same size as the safety valve.
Route the overflow pipe from the safety valve, sloping
along its entire length and ensure that it is frost proof.
The mouth of the overflow pipe must be visible and not
placed close to electrical components.
Pipe connections
VPB 200/VPB 300
XL8 XL4 XL5 XL3 XL9
VPBS 300
XL13 XL8 XL4 XL3 XL9 XL14
XL5
Connection
22mmXL3 Cold water Ø
22mmXL4 Hot water Ø
15mmXL5 Hot water circulation Ø (does not apply to VPB/VPBS Cu)
22mmXL8 Docking connection, supply line Ø
22mmXL9 Docking connection, return line Ø
22mmXL13 Solar supply line Ø
22mmXL14 Solar return line Ø
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Heat pump
The heat pump’s supply and return are connected to
XL8 and XL9 on VPB/VPBS.
Sun
The solar heating system’s supply and return are connec-
ted to XL13 and XL14 on VPBS 300.
Cold and hot water
Cold and hot water are connected to XL3 and XL4 on
VPB/VPBS. There must be a mixer valve if the temperat-
ure can exceed 60°C.
Connecting hot water circulation
VPB/VPBS R and E have a connection that allows hot
water circulation, and are connected to XL5 and XL4.
To reduce the risk of bacterial growth in systems with
hot water circulation, the temperature of the circulating
water should not fall below 50 °C. There should not be
any non-circulatory hot water pipes either. Adjust the
hot water system so that the temperature does not fall
below 50 °C in the periphery of the system.
Installation alternative
VPB/VPBS can be connected in several different ways,
one of which is shown here.
Further option information is available at www.nibe.eu
and in the respective assembly instructions for the heat
sources used.
To ground heat
VPB/VPBS can be docked with another heat source, for
example NIBE F1155.
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T
To solar heating system
VPBS 300 can be docked to solar heating system.
T
P
Symbol key
MeaningSymbol
Venting valve
Shut-off valve
Mixing valve
Safety valve
Temperature sensor
Expansion vessel
Pressure gauge
P
Circulation pump
Particle filter
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Filling
Filling and venting
Filling the hot water heater
1. Open a hot water tap in the house.
2. Fill the hot water heater through the cold water
connection (XL3).
3. When the water that comes out of the hot water
tap is no longer mixed with air, the water heater is
full and the tap can be closed.
Filling and venting the charge coil
Filling
1. Open the filling valve (external, not included with
the product). Fill the coil in the hot water heater and
the rest of the climate system with water.
2. Open the vent valve (QM22).
3. When the water that exits the vent valve (QM22) is
not mixed with air, close the valve. After a while the
pressure starts to rise.
4. Close the filling valve when the correct pressure is
obtained.
Venting
1. Vent the coil via the vent valve (QM22) and the rest
of the climate system via the relevant vent valves.
2. Keep topping up and venting until all air has been
removed and the pressure is correct.
XL3
QM22
The figure shows VPB 200.
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Start-up and inspection
Pressure drop diagram, charge coil
Docking connection, supply line (XL8) and docking con-
nection, return line (XL9).
VPB 200
0,05 0,1 0,15 0,2 0,25 0,3 0,35 0,4 0,45 0,5
Flöde (l/s)
5
10
15
20
25
30
40
35
45
50
Tryckfall
(kPa)
0
0
Sv PBD
0,2 0,25 0,3 0,35 0,4 0,45 0,5
Flöde (l/s)
0 0,05 0,1 0,15
5
10
15
20
25
30
40
35
45
50
Tryckfall
(kPa)
0
E
Cu
Cu
R
Pressure
drop
(kPa)
Flow (l/s)
VPB 300 / VPBS 300
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
0 0,05 0,1 0,15 0,2 0,25 0,3 0,35 0,4 0,45 0,5
Flöde (l/s)
Tryckfall
(kPa)
Cu
R
E
Pressure
drop
(kPa)
Flow (l/s)
Pressure drop diagram, solar coil
Connection, supply line solar heating system (XL13) and
connection, return line solar heating system (XL14).
VPBS 300
0,02 0,04 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,14 0,16 0,18 0,2
0
1,0
2,0
3,0
4,0
5,0
0
E
Cu
Pressure
drop
(kPa)
Flow (l/s)
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Electrical installation
NOTE
Electrical installation and service must be carried
out under the supervision of a qualified electri-
cian, and in accordance with applicable electrical
safety regulations.
Sensors
VPB 200 and VPB 300 can be supplemented with up to
two hot water sensors, one for display and one for con-
trol. The display sensor is positioned in the submerged
tube for the display sensor (UA1) and the control sensor
is positioned in the submerged tube for the control
sensor UA2. In cases where it is only possible to connect
one sensor, use the submerged tube for the control
sensor (UA2).
VPBS 300 can also be supplemented with a solar sensor.
This is placed in a submerged tube for the solar sensor
(UA3).
Use the sensors provided with the heat pump (or other
heat source). When no heat sensors have been provided
these must be ordered from the manufacturer of the
heat source.
UA2
UA1
UA3
The figure shows VPBS 300.
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Direct-current anode
VPB/VPBS Enamel is equipped with direct-current anode
and enclosed with potentiostat from the factory. The
anode cable (W1) is installed in the anode from the
factory and only needs to be connected to the potentio-
stat.
1. Route the anode cable (W1) along the docking pipe,
supply line (XL8).
2. Connect the anode cable (W1) to the potentiostat.
3. Connect the potentiostat to a suitable 230 V wall
socket.
NOTE
The cable between the potentiostat and the
anode must either be extended or shortened.
LEK
LEK
W1
W1
XL8
The figure shows VPB 200 E.
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Dimensions
600
600
30
135
205
480
25
390
25-50 1475
80100
560 440
600
600
30
135
205
480
25
390
25-50 1775
80
560 440
600
600
30
135
205
480
25
390
25-50 1475
80100
560 440
600
600
30
135
205
480
25
390
25-50 1775
80
560 440
600
600
30
60
205
135
535
480
25
390
25-50 1775
80
VPB 200 VPB 300/VPBS 300
Free space for
concealed pipe
routing
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4 Technical data

Technical specifications
StainlessEnamelCopperVPB 200
176178178litreVolume
7.84.82.0litreVolume, charge coil
10.110.113.0kWHeat transfer (60/50°C at 50°C hot water temperature)
8.28.38.0kWhHeat content at 50°C
235238230litreEquivalent amount of hot water (40°C)
0.90.90.9hoursHeating time (10°C to 45°C) 8 kW charge power
1.81.81.8hoursHeating time (10°C to 80°C) 8 kW charge power
85°CMax operating temperature
3/0.3bar/MPaMax pressure, primary side
10/1.0bar/MPaMax pressure, water heater
F1145-6,8,10,12, F2030-7,9, F2040-8,12,16,
F1155-6,12,16, F2120-8,12,16
Compatible NIBE heat pumps1
1500mmHeight
1670mmRequired ceiling height2
600mmWidth
600mmDepth
80111101kgNet weight
081 070081 069081 068Part No.
1For ground source heat pumps, this recommendation applies to max. 10°C brine temperature and 53°C in the tank.
2With the feet removed, the required ceiling height is approx. 1650 mm.
19Chapter 4 | Technical dataVPB/VPBS

StainlessEnamelCopperVPB 300
282274278litreVolume
8.88.42litreVolume, charge coil
11.511.914kWHeat transfer (60/50°C at 50°C hot water temperature)
13.412.712.6kWhHeat content at 50°C
376364362litreEquivalent amount of hot water (40°C)
1.41.41.4hoursHeating time (10°C to 45°C) 8 kW charge power
2.82.82.8hoursHeating time (10°C to 80°C) 8 kW charge power
85°CMax operating temperature
3/0.3bar/MPaMax pressure, primary side
10/1.0bar/MPaMax pressure, water heater
F1145-6,8,10,12, F2030-7,9, F2040-8,12,16,
F1155-6,12,16, F2120-8,12,16
Compatible NIBE heat pumps1
1800mmHeight
1950mmRequired ceiling height2
600mmWidth
600mmDepth
101143130kgNet weight
081 072081 073081 071Part No.
1For ground source heat pumps, this recommendation applies to max. 10°C brine temperature and 53°C in the tank.
2With the feet removed, the required ceiling height is approx. 1930 mm.
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