Potterton Promax 15 HE User guide

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Installation and
Servicing Instructions
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Promax 15 HE & 24 HE
Wall Mounted Powered Flue Condensing Boiler
Gas Fired Central Heating Unit

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Natural Gas
Potterton Promax 15 HE
G.C.No41 590 58
Potterton Promax 24 HE
G.C.No41 590 62
The boiler meets the requirements of Statutory
Instrument “ The Boiler (Efficiency) Regulations
1993 No3083” and is deemed to meet the
requirements of Directive 92/42/EEC on the energy
efficiency requirements for new hot water boilers
fired with liquid or gaseous fuels:-
Type test for purpose of Regulation 5 certified by:
Notified Body 0051.
Product/Production certified by:
Notified Body 0086.
For GB/IE only.
Guarantee
Your Potterton Promax 15 HE or 24 HE
are designed and produced to meet all
the relevant Standards.
Potterton provide a 12 month
guarantee on the boiler.The guarantee
operates from the date installation is
completed for the customer who is the
original user.
To maximise the benefit from our
guarantee we urge you to return the
reply-paid guarantee registration.
This does not in any way prejudice
your rights at Common Law. Such
rights between the customer and the
installer or supplier from whom the unit
was purchased remain intact.
Any component or part which becomes
defective during the guarantee period
as a result of faulty workmanship or
material whilst in normal use will be
repaired or replaced free of charge.
B.S. Codes of Practice
Standard Scope
BS 6891 Gas Installation.
BS 5546 Installation of hot water supplies for
domestic purposes.
BS 5449 Part 1 Forced circulation hot water systems.
BS 6798 Installation of gas fired hot water boilers.
BS 5440 Part 1 Flues.
BS 5440 Part 2 Ventilation.
BS 7074 Expansion vessels and ancillary
equipment for sealed water systems.
BS 7593 Treatment of water in domestic hot water
central heating systems.
IMPORTANT - Care must be
exercised when lifting and handling
this product. Seek assistance where
appropriate and avoid stooping.
Protective equipment (e.g. gloves)
should be worn as necessary.

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1.0 Introduction 4
2.0 General Layout 5
3.0 Appliance Operation 6
4.0 Technical Data 7
5.0 Dimensions and Fixings 8
6.0 System Details 9
7.0 Site Requirements 12
8.0 Installation 17
9.0 Electrical 23
10.0 Commissioning the Boiler 25
11.0 Fitting the Outer Case 26
12.0 Servicing the Boiler 27
13.0 Changing Components 29
14.0 Short Parts List 36
15.0 Fault Finding 37
Section Page
Contents

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Potterton declare that no substances harmful to
health are contained in the appliance or used
during appliance manufacture.
NOTE: This appliance must be installed in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
and the regulations in force, and only used in a
suitably ventilated location.
All systems must be thoroughly flushed and
treated with inhibitor (see Section 6.2).
Read the instructions fully before installing or
using the appliance.
1.1 Description
1. The Potterton Promax 15 HE and 24 HE are gas
fired room sealed fan assisted condensing central
heating boilers.
2. The maximum output of the Potterton Promax 15
HE is 52,000 Btu/hr. The maximum output of the
Potterton Promax 24 HE is 75,000 Btu/hr. Both
boilers automatically adjust their outputs down to
30,000 Btu/hr according to the system load.
3. It is designed for use on Natural Gas (G20).
4. The boiler is suitable for fully pumped open
vented central heating and domestic hot water
systems and sealed systems.
5. A label giving details of the model, serial number
and Gas Council number is situated on the top of
the outercase (Fig. 1).
6. The boiler data badge is positioned on the air
box door (Fig. 2).
7. The boiler is intended to be installed in
residential / commercial / light industrial E.M.C.
environments on a governed meter supply only.
8. The boiler must be installed with one of the
purpose designed flues such as the standard
horizontal flue kit, part no236921.
1.2 Important Information
This product contains Refractory Ceramic Fibres
(R.C.F.) which are man-made vitreous silicate fibres.
Excessive exposure to these materials may cause
temporary irritation to eyes, skin and respiratory tract.
Care must be taken when handling these articles to
ensure the release of dust or fibres is kept to a
minimum.
To ensure that the release of fibres from these articles
is kept to a minimum, during installation and servicing
it is recommended that a H.E.P.A. filtered vacuum is
used to remove any dust, soot or other debris
accumulated in and around the appliance. This should
be performed before and after working on the
installation.
It is recommended that any replaced item(s) are not
broken up but sealed within heavy duty polythene
bags and clearly labelled “R.C.F. waste”. This is not
classified as “hazardous waste”and may be disposed
of at a tipping site licensed for the disposal of
industrial waste.
Protective clothing is not required when handling
these articles but it is recommended that gloves are
worn and the normal hygiene rules of not smoking,
eating or drinking in the work area are followed and
always wash hands before eating or drinking.
1.0 Introduction
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Fig. 1
Data Badge
Air Box Door
Fig. 2
“Benchmark” Log Book
As part of the industry-wide “Benchmark”initiative all Potterton boilers now
include an Installation, Commissioning and Service Record Log Book.
Please read the Log Book carefully and complete all sections relevant to
the appliance and installation. These include sections on the type of
controls employed, flushing the system, burner operating pressure etc.
The details of the Log Book will be required in the event of any warranty
work. Also, there is a section to be completed at each subsequent regular
service visit. The Log Book must be left with the user.
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2.0 General Layout
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2.1 Layout (Figs. 3,4 & 5)
1. Wall Plate
2. Flue Elbow
3. Heat Exchanger
4. Burner
5. Air Box
6. Fan Protection Thermostat
7. Fan Assembly
8. Condensate Trap
9. On/Off/Lockout Reset Switch
10. Gas Tap
11. Gas / Air Ratio Valve
12. Electronics Housing
13. Transformer
14. Flow Pipe Connection
15. Return Pipe Connection
16. Flow Temperature Safety Thermostat - Black
17. Flow Temperature Thermistor - Red
18. Flow Switch (dry fire protection)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
9
8
10
11
12
13
17 16
14
15
18
Fig. 4
Fig. 3
Fig. 5
2.2 Optional Extras
KIT PART No
FLUE EXTENSION KITS (110/70)
Flue Extension 0.25M 241692
Flue Extension 0.5M 241694
Flue Extension 1M (Use two kits for 2M etc.) 241695
Flue Bend x 2 - 45°(Reduce overall length of flue
by 0.5m when fitting this bend) 241689
Flue Bend - 90°(Reduce overall length of flue
by 1m when fitting each bend) 241687
VERTICAL FLUE (110/70)
Vertical Flue Terminal 242802
Vertical Boiler Connection 242886

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3.0 Appliance Operation
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3.1
1. Switched Live On: When the switched live
switches on pump overrun occurs.
2. Pump Overrun: The pump is on while the fan,
spark generator and gas valve are off. If at any
stage during pump overrun the flow temperature
is less than the set point and the flow switch is
made then fan purge occurs. After 1 minute of
pump overrun anti-cycle occurs.
3. Fan Purge: The pump and fan are on while
the spark generator and gas valve are off. After 5
seconds ignition occurs.
4. Ignition: The pump, fan, spark generator and
gas valve are on. If a flame is detected then
burner on occurs. If a flame is not detected within
5 seconds and less than 5 ignition attempts have
been made then fan purge occurs. If a flame is
not detected within 5 seconds and 5 ignition
attempts have been made the ignition lockout
occurs.
5. Burner On: The pump, fan and gas valve are
on while the spark generator is off. Flow
temperature is controlled by varying the fan
speed (and thereby the gas rate) to achieve
optimum operation. If the flow temperature is
greater than the set point then pump overrun
occurs. If the TRVs all shut down then anti-cycle
occurs.
6. Anti-cycle: The pump, fan, spark generator
and gas valve are switched off. After 3 minutes
pump overrun occurs.
7. Ignition Lockout: The pump, fan, spark
generator and gas valve are switched off. The
boiler can only be reset by manually using the
thermostat knob.
Mains On.
Flow
temperature less
than set point and flow
switch made ?
YES
5 second
Fan Purge.
Flame Detected ?
Burner On. Ignition
Lockout.
5 second
Ignition Period.
All TRVs
shut down ?
Flow temperature
greater than set
point ?
Ignition done and
5 attempts made ?
Ignition done
and less than 5
attempts made ?
Pump Overrun
Anti-cycle.
Pump Overrun
for 1 minute ?
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES

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Appliance Category CAT I2H
4.0 Technical Data
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Horizontal
Flue Terminal Diameter 110mm
Dimensions Projection 150mm
Outercase Dimensions
Overall Height Inc Flue Elbow - 750mm
Casing Height - 600mm
Casing Width - 390mm
Casing Depth - 320mm
Weights kg lb
Packaged Boiler Carton 40.7 89.6
Packaged Flue Kit 3.6 8.0
Weight Empty 38.2 84.1
Installation Lift Weight 31.5 69.3
Connections
Gas Supply - 1/2in BSPT
Central Heating Flow (HE15) - 28mm
Central Heating Flow (HE24) - 28mm
Central Heating Return (HE15)- 28mm
Central Heating Return (HE24)- 28mm
Condensate Drain - 1 in BSP
Recommended System
Temperature Drop
Normal 11°C20°F
Condensing 20°C36°F
Heat Input (see note) Max Min
15 HE kW 16.88 10.2
Btu/hr 57,600 34,840
24 HE kW 24.50 10.2
Btu/hr 83,600 34,840
Heat Output
(Non Condensing 70°C Mean Water Temp)
Max Min
15 HE kW 15.24 9.14
Btu/h 52,000 31,180
24 HE kW 22.0 9.14
75,000 31,180
Electrical Supply 230V~ 50Hz
(Appliance must be connected to an
earthed supply)
Power Consumption 80W
External Fuse Rating 3A
Internal Fuse Rating (BS 4265)
Fuse (2) 4 AT (Control Board)
Fuse (3) 2 AT (Ignition Board)
Max Gas Rate (Natural Gas)
(After 10 Mins)
Btu/hr 75,000 52,000
m3/h 2.31 1.64
ft3/h 83.3 52.1
Inlet Pressure at Gas Valve (Natural Gas)
Min 18.1 mbar
Max 22.5 mbar
(see Section 10.1)
Injector (Natural Gas)
6.3mm Diameter
Clearances
Both Sides 5mm Min
Above Casing 200mm Min
Below Casing 130mm Min
Front (For Servicing) 500mm Min
Front (In Operation) 5mm Min
0 10203040
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
200
220
Water Flow Rate (litres/min)
Pressure Drop (mbar)
0.8
1.7
2.5
3.3
4.2
5.0
5.8
6.6
7.5
8.3
9.1
Pressure Drop (in wg)
Hydraulic Resistance Chart
Appliance Type C13 C33
Nox Class 5
Heat Output
(Condensing 40°C Mean Water Temp)
Max Min
15 HE kW 16.49 10.1
Btu/h 56,260 34,520
24 HE kW 23.8 10.1
81.200 34,520
Water Content
litres 2.6
pints 4.6
Static Head
max 30 metres (100 ft)
min 1 metre (3.25 ft)
Low Head 0.2m (8 in) min
System Detail
fully pumped open vented & sealed systems
Gas Connection RC1/2(1/2in BSPT)
Controls
installer preset boiler thermostat, safety
thermostat, flow switch, electronic flame
sensing,temperature protection thermostat
& condensate blockage sensor
The efficiency is
Promax 15 HE - 91.3%
Promax 24 HE - 91.0%
This value is used in the UK Government’s
Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) for
energy rating of dwellings. The test data from
which it has been calculated has been
certified by 0086.
SEDBUK Declaration For
Potterton Promax 15 HE & 24 HE

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5.0 Dimensions and Fixings
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DIMENSIONS
A600mm
B320mm
C390mm
D125mm ØMin.
E150mm
F125mm
SIDE FLUE (left and right)
For every 1m of horizontal flue
length, the clearance above the
top of the flue elbow should be
55mm to incorporate the 3°
(1 in 20) fall in the flue from the
terminal to the elbow.
The 3°(1 in 20) fall provided by
the elbow is to allow condensate
to run back to the boiler, for
disposal through the condensate
discharge pipe.
Flue length (Y)
up to 1m
1m - 2m
2m - 3m
Clearance (X)
55mm
110mm
165mm
360°Orientation
Tube Ø110mm
DC
B
A
E
F
Y
3°
(1 in 20)
X
3°
(1 in 20)
Fig. 6
Fig. 7

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6.0 System Details
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6.1 Water Circulating Systems
1. The appliance is suitable for use with open vent
fully pumped systems and sealed systems .
The following conditions should be observed
on all systems:
•The static head must not exceed 30m (100ft)
of water.
•The boiler must not be used with a direct
cylinder.
•Drain cocks should be fitted to all system low
points.
•All gas and water pipes and electrical wiring
must be installed in a way which would not
restrict the servicing of the boiler.
•Position isolating valves as close to circulating
pump as possible.
•It is recommended that the return pipe is fitted
with an automatic air vent as close to the boiler
as is practical.
NOTE: Full TRV Systems (refer to section 6.4)
Where all the radiators are controlled by TRV’s
then pump protection will be required. This can be
done by either of the options opposite (see Fig A &
B). The option shown in Fig. A should only be
used on a full TRV system without a bypass.
Fig. B shows a system with a bypass that must
be capable of allowing a flow of at least 3 l/min.
6.2 Treatment of Water Circulating
Systems
•All recirculatory water systems will be subject to
corrosion unless an appropriate water treatment
is applied. This means that the efficiency of
the system will deteriorate as corrosion sludge
accumulates within the system, risking damage
to pump and valves, boiler noise and circulation
problems.
•When upgrading existing systems that exhibit
evidence of sludging, it is advisable to clean the
system prior to treatment in order to remove any
sludge and reduce the likelihood of these
deposits damaging new components.
•When fitting new systems flux will be evident
within the system, which can lead to damage of
system components.
•All systems must be thoroughly drained and
flushed out. The recommended flushing and
cleansing agents are Betz-Dearborn Sentinel
X300 or X400 and Fernox Superfloc Universal
Cleanser which should be used following the
flushing agent manufacturer’s instructions.
•System additives - corrosion inhibitors and
flushing agents/descalers should be suitable for
aluminium and comply to BS7593 requirements.
The only system additives recommended are
Betz-Dearborn Sentinel X100 and Fernox-Copal
which should be used following the inhibitor
manufacturer’s instructions.
Failure to flush and add inhibitor to the
system will invalidate the appliance warranty.
•It is important to check the inhibitor
concentration after installation, system
modification and at every service in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions. (Test kits
are available from inhibitor stockists.)
•For information or advice regarding any of the
above contact the Potterton Helpline.
Boiler
No demand
for hot water
Central
heating
load
All TRV’s shut down
(boiler flow switch
causes pump to stop)
Live feed
to pump
Switch live from
programmer, etc.
S/L N P/F
Fig. A Wiring to the pump feed connection of boiler
Fig. B Providing a 3 l/min bypass
Boiler
No demand
for hot water
Central
heating
load
All TRV’s shut down
(pump continues
around bypass)
Switch live from
programmer,
room stat, etc.
S/L
junction
S/L N P/F 3 l/min
bypass
Boiler
Connections
Boiler
Connections
NOTE: This boiler does not require a bypass.
This boiler does not require a permanent live.
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6.0 System Details
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6.3 Pipework
1. The sizes of flow and return pipes from the
boiler should be determined by normal methods,
according to the requirements of the system. The
connection to the boiler is 28mm (compression).
2. Due to space requirements within the boiler
outercase, pipework should comprise of solder
fittings.
3. A 20 °C (36°F) drop in temperature across
the system is recommended for condensing
boilers. Existing radiators may be oversized and
so allow this, but where radiator sizing is marginal
it may be advisable to retain a system temperature
drop of 11°C (20°F).
4. In systems using non-metallic pipework it is
necessary to use copper pipe for the boiler Flow
and Return. The copper must extend at least 1
metre from the boiler and include any branches
(Fig. 7a).
6.4 System Controls
1. For optimum operating conditions, the heating
system into which the boiler is installed should
include a control system.
2. Such a system will comprise of a timer control
and separate room or cylinder thermostats as
appropriate.
3. The boiler should be controlled so that it
operates on demand only.
4. Operation of the system under control of the
preset boiler thermostat & TRV’s only does not
produce the best results.
6.5 Low Head Installation
1. Using a close couple arrangement the minimum
head is as shown in the diagrams (Figs. 8 & 9)
subject to the following conditions:
a) The pump being adjusted to give an 20oC
drop across the boiler.
b) The pump must be fitted on the flow.
c) The pump must be fitted in accordance with
the pump manufacturer's instructions.
d) The open vent pipe must be taken up from a
tee in a horizontal section of the flow pipe.
An alternative Low Head Installation (Fig. 10)
2. For heads below 400mm then a combined vent
and feed pipe may be connected. This must be a
minimum of 22mm diameter. It is recommended
that an air separator is fitted when using a
combined feed and vent pipe.
6.6 Thermal Stores
1. The Promax 24 HE is suitable for fitting with a
Thermal Store, for details please contact
Technical Enquires (08706 049 049). The Promax
15 HE is not suitable for fitting with a thermal
store.
Typical Low Head Installation
If Conditions Require,
This System Possible
Alternative Low Head Installation
Boiler
500mm
45°
22mm
Open Vent
1000mm
Min
150mm
Max
15mm
Cold
Feed 400mm
Min Head
Return
Pump Flow
Boiler
500mm
45°
22mm
Open Vent
400mm
Min Head
1000mm
Min
Automatic
Air Vent 15mm
Cold
Feed
150mm
Max
Return
Pump
Flow
Return
Pump
Flow
Boiler
200mm
Min
Air
Separator
22mm
Feed & Vent
Pipe
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
Boiler
Flow
Return
Copper
0.5m
Copper
1m
Copper
0.5m
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6.0 System Details
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6.7 Sealed Systems (Fig. 11)
1. SAFETY VALVE - A safety valve complying
with the requirements of BS 6750 Part 1 must be
fitted close to the boiler on the flow pipe by
means of a horizontal or vertically upward
connection with no intervening valve or
restrictions and should be positioned to facilitate
testing. The valve should be pre-set and non-
adjustable to operate at a pressure of 3 bar (45
Ibf/in2). It must be arranged to discharge any
water or steam through a pipe to a safe outlet
position.
2. PRESSURE GAUGE - A pressure gauge of
minimum range 0-4 bar (0-60 Ibf/in2) with a fill
pressure indicator must be fitted to the system,
preferably at the same point as the expansion
vessel in an easily visible position.
3. EXPANSION VESSEL - An expansion vessel
complying with the requirements of BS 4814 must
be fitted to the system by means of a connection
close to the inlet side of the circulating pump in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions,
the connecting pipe being unrestricted and not
less than 15mm (1/2in) nominal size. The volume
of the vessel should be suitable for the system
water content and the nitrogen or air charge
pressure should not be less than the system
static head (See Table. 1).
Further details of sealed system design can be
obtained from BS 5449 and the British Gas
publication entitled 'Specifications for Domestic
Wet Central Heating Systems'.
4. FILLING POINT - A filling point and an
approved stop valve to BS 1010 must be fitted at
low level and the method used for filling the
system should be approved by the local water
undertaking. For further details see BS 6798.
5. MAKE UP SYSTEM - A method of replacing
water lost from the system should be provided
either by means of a make up vessel of not more
than 3 litres (5 pints) capacity, mounted above
the highest point of the system, or by
re-pressurisation of the system.
6. VENTING - A method of venting the system
during filling and commissioning must be
provided by fitting automatic air vents or by
venting manually.
7. HOT WATER STORAGE - The hot water
storage vessel must be of the indirect coil type.
All components used in the system must be
suitable for operation at 110°C (230°F) and at the
pressure allowed by the safety valve.
Initial System
Pressure (Bar)
Vessel Charge
Pressure (Bar)
Multiply Total
Water Content Of
System By (Litres)
0.067
0.112
0.207
0.441
0.087
0.152
0.330
0.125
0.265
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
1.0
1.5
2.0
1.5
2.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
Example :-
Then :-
System Volume = 75 litres
Vessel Charge Pressure = 1.0 bar
Initial System Pressure = 1.5 bar
75 x 0.152 = 11.4 litres
Expansion Vessel Volume
Method of determining minimum
value of expansion vessel volume for
sealed systems using Baxi Boilers
NOTE
Where a vessel of the calculated size is not obtainable
then the next available larger size should be used.
Safety
Valve
Pressure
Gauge
Pump
Filling
Point
Air
Vent
3 Litre
Top Up Bottle
(if required)
Radiator
Circuit
Expansion
Vessel
System Drains
at Low Point
Max Boiler Flow
Temp = 82°C
Boiler
Fig. 11
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7.0 Site Requirements
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7.1 Information
WARNING - Check the information on the data
plate is compatible with local supply conditions.
1. The installation must be carried out by a CORGI
Registered Installer or other registered competent
person and be in accordance with the relevant
requirements of the current GAS SAFETY (Installation
and Use) REGULATIONS, the BUILDING REGULATIONS
(Scotland)(Consolidation), the LOCAL BUILDING
REGULATIONS, the current I.E.E. WIRING REGULATIONS
and the bye laws of the LOCAL WATER UNDERTAKING.
Where no specific instruction is given reference
should be made to the relevant BRITISH
STANDARD CODES OF PRACTICE. For Ireland
install in accordance with IS 813 “INSTALLATION OF
GAS APPLIANCES”. Reference should also be made
to BRITISH GAS GUIDANCE NOTES FOR THE
INSTALLATION OF DOMESTIC GAS CONDENSING BOILERS.
7.2 B.S. Codes of Practice
Standard Scope
BS 6891 Gas Installation.
BS 5546 Installation of hot water supplies for
domestic purposes.
BS 5449 Part 1 Forced circulation hot water systems.
BS 6798 Installation of gas fired hot water boilers.
BS 5440 Part 1 Flues.
BS 5440 Part 2 Ventilation.
BS 7074 Expansion vessels and ancillary
equipment for sealed water systems.
BS 7593 Treatment of water in domestic hot water
central heating systems.
WARNING - The addition of anything that may
interfere with the normal operation of the
appliance without the express written permission
of Potterton could invalidate the appliance
warranty and infringe the GAS SAFETY
(Installation and Use) REGULATIONS.
7.3 Clearances (Figs. 12 &13)
1. A flat vertical area is required for the installation
of the boiler.
2. These dimensions include the necessary
clearances around the boiler for case removal,
spanner access and air movement. Additional
clearances may be required for the passage of
pipes around local obstructions such as joists
running parallel to the front face of the boiler.
7.4 Location
1. The boiler may be fitted to any suitable wall with
the flue passing through an outside wall or roof and
discharging to atmosphere in a position permitting
satisfactory removal of combustion products and
providing an adequate air supply. The boiler should
be fitted within the building unless otherwise
protected by a suitable enclosure i.e. garage or
outhouse. (The boiler may be fitted inside a
cupboard - see Section 7.5).
2. If the boiler is sited in an unheated enclosure
then it is recommended to incorporate an
appropriate device for frost protection in the system
controls.
3. If the boiler is fitted in a room containing a bath or
shower reference must be made to the current
I.E.E. WIRING REGULATIONS and BUILDING
REGULATIONS. If the boiler is to be fitted into a
building of timber frame construction then reference
must be made to the Institute of Gas Engineers
document UP 7.
130mm
600mm
390mm
200mm
5mm Min
5mm Min
5mm
500mm
For Servicing
Purposes
Fig. 12
Fig. 13 In Operation
3°
(1 in 20)
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7.0 Site Requirements
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7.5 Ventilation of Compartments (Fig. 14)
1. Where the boiler is installed in a cupboard or
compartment, no air vents are required for cooling
purposes providing that the minimum dimensions
below are maintained.
Sides 15mm
Top 200mm
Bottom 130mm
Front 30mm
2. The label on the front of the outercase should
not be removed.
3. Any compartment should be large enough to
house the boiler only.
7.6 Gas Supply
1. The gas installation should be in accordance
with BS6891.
2. The connection to the appliance is a 1/2in BSPT
internal threaded connection located at the rear of
the gas service cock (Fig. 15).
3. Ensure that the pipework from the meter to the
appliance is of adequate size.
(22mm pipework must be connected to the
appliance gas service cock. This should extend for
at least 3 meters back towards the gas meter).
Do not use pipes of a smaller diameter than the
boiler gas connection.
7.7 Electrical Supply
1. External wiring must be correctly earthed,
polarised and in accordance with current I.E.E.
WIRING REGULATIONS.
2. The mains supply is 230V ~ 50Hz fused at 3A.
NOTE: The method of connection to the
electricity supply must facilitate complete
electrical isolation of the appliance. Connection
may be via a fused double-pole isolator with a
contact separation of at least 3mm in all poles
and servicing the boiler and system controls
only.
7.8 Condensate Drain
NOTE: Ensure the discharge of condensate
complies with any national or local regulations
in force.
1. The condensate outlet terminates in a 1”BSP
nut and seal for the connection of 21.5mm (3/4in)
plastic overflow pipe which should generally
discharge internally into the household drainage
system. If this is not possible, discharge into an
outside drain is acceptable.
2. The pipe should run internally as much as
possible and with a 10°(1 in 6) fall to dispose of
condensate quickly to avoid freezing.
Gas Service Cock
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7.9 Flue
NOTE: Due to the nature of the boiler a plume
of water vapour will be discharged from the
flue. This should be taken into account when
siting the flue terminal.
1. The following guidelines indicate the general
requirements for siting balanced flue terminals.
Recommendations for flues are given in BS 5440
Pt.1.
2. If the terminal discharges onto a pathway or
passageway, check that combustion products will
not cause a nuisance and that the terminal will
not obstruct the passageway.
3. Take into consideration the effect the plume of
vapour may have on neighbours when siting the
flue.
5. If a terminal is less than 2 metres (783/4in)
above a balcony, above ground or above a flat
roof to which people have access, then a suitable
terminal guard must be provided.
Fig. 17
Fig. 16
Terminal Position with Minimum Distance (Fig. 17) (mm)
A Directly below an openable window, air vent or any other
ventilation opening. 300
B Below gutter, drain/soil pipe. 150
C Below eaves. 200
D Below a balcony/car port roof. 200
E From vertical drain pipes and soil pipes. 150
F From internal or external corners. 300
G Above adjacent ground or balcony level. 300
H From a surface facing a terminal. 600
I Facing a terminals. 1200
J From opening (door/window) in carport into dwelling. 1200
K Vertically from a terminal on the same wall. 1500
L Horizontally from a terminal on the same wall. 300
M Above an opening, air brick, opening window etc. 300
N Horizontally to an opening, air brick, opening window etc. 300
Vertical Flues - minimum distance to edge of terminal mm
P Above the roof level (to base of terminal). 300
Q From adjacent wall to flue. 300
R From adjacent opening window. 1000
S From another terminal. 600
QR
P
S
L
G
G
E
J
D
K
G
AAD
F
H,I
B,C
F
Likely flue positions requiring
a flue terminal guard
M
N
300 min
Terminal
Assembly
TopView Rear Flue
Property Boundary Line
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appliance terminal installed parallel to a
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7.10 Flue Dimensions
See Section 1.2. The standard horizontal flue kit
allows for flue lengths between 270mm (105/8”)
and 800mm (32”) from elbow to terminal
(Fig. 18).
The maximum permissible equivalent flue
length is: 4 metres (Fig. 18a).
NOTE: Each additional 45°of flue bend will
account for an equivalent flue length of 0.5m.
eg. 45°= 0.5m, 90°= 2 x 45°= 1m etc.
7.11 Terminal Guard (Fig. 19)
1. When codes of practice dictate the use of
terminal guards, they can be obtained from most
Plumbers’and Builders’Merchants.
2. There must be a clearance of at least 50mm
between any part of the terminal and the guard.
3. When ordering a terminal guard, quote the
appliance name and model number.
4. The flue terminal guard should be positioned
centrally over the terminal and fixed as
illustrated.
7.12 Vertical Flue
1. Only a flue approved with the Potterton
Promax 15 HE & 24 HE can be used.
Fig. 18
Fig. 18a
Pictorial examples of flue runs where EQUIVALENT flue length equals 4m
Fig. 19
270mm 800mm
0.5m
1m
0.5m
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Key Accessory Size Baxi Code
Number
Concentric Flue System 110mm diameter
A Straight extension kit 1000mm 241695
500mm 241694
250mm 241692
B Bend kit 93°241687
C Bend kit (pair) 45°241689
D Horizontal flue terminal 243013BAX
Clamp 110mm 243014BAX
Twin Flue System 80mm diameter
E Straight extension kit 1000mm 238690
500mm 238692
250mm 238694
F Bend kit 90°246139
G Bend kit (pair) 45°246138
Universal Vertical Flue Kits
H Twin flue adaptor kit 242757
J Vertical flue terminal 242802
K Universal roof tile 25°/50°243015
L Roof cover plate kit 243131
M Flat roof flashing 243016BAX
N Boiler connection vertical concentric 242886
Clamp 80mm 238684
7.13 Flue options
Concentric
The maximum equivalent lengths are 4m
(horizontal) or (vertical). There lengths exclude the
standard elbow and flue/terminal assembly
(horizontal) and terminal assembly (vertical).
Twin Flue
The total maximum equivalent flue length is 150m.
NOTE: Each 1m of flue duct should be calculated
as 2m.
Any additional “in line”bends in the flue system
must be taken into consideration. Their equivalent
lengths are:
Concentric Pipes: 45°bend 0.5 m
93°bend 1.0 m
Twin Flue Pipe: 45°bend (air duct) 1.3 m
45°bend (flue duct) 2.6 m
90°bend (air duct) 4.8 m
90°bend (flue duct) 9.6 m
Detailed examples of equivalent flue length
calculation are given in the Installation Guidance
Notes for each flue system type.
(Documents 243501 and 243502 for concentric and
twin pipe respectively).
Standard Flue
C
D
A
B
JK
C
L
H
E
H
M
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Check Site Requirements (section 7) before
commencing.
8.1 Initial Preparation
The gas supply, gas type and pressure must
be checked for suitability before connection
(see Section 7.6).
NOTE: If the boiler wall plate is to be pre-
hung, follow both these instructions and those
on the boiler pack.
1. Remove the fixing template (Fig. 20) from the
carton.
2. After considering the site requirements
(see Section 7.0) position the template on the
wall ensuring it is level both horizontally and
vertically.
3. Mark the position of the centre hole for the
wall plate (Fig. 20).
4. Mark the centre of the flue hole (rear exit). For
side exit, mark as shown (Fig. 21). If required,
mark the position of the gas and water pipes.
Remove the template.
5. Cut the hole for the flue (minimum diameter
125mm, see table for wall thicknesses and flue
diameters).
6. Drill and plug the wall as previously marked.
Secure the wall plate using the centre hole.
7. Ensuring the wall plate is level both
horizontally and vertically, drill and plug at least 4
securing positions at the top and bottom through
the wall plate. Utilising the slots available ensure
the wall plate is square and secure to the wall
(Fig. 22).
8. Loosely route the condensate discharge pipe
to the lower left hand side of the wall plate.
Wall Thickness
up to 227mm
up to 750mm
up to 1200mm
Flue Hole ø
125mm core drill
150mm core drill
175mm core drill
Fig. 20
Fig. 21
Fig. 22
Horizontal
Line
Continue these lines along wall for 3°rise
Wall Plate Template
Vertical Flue
Template
Flow & Return
Pipe Positions
R/H Side Flue
Template
Rear Flue
Template
Condensate
Collector
Centre Hole
L/H Side Flue
Template
Wall Plate Template
Wall Plate
R/H Side Flue
Template
RF
Centralising
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8.2 Preparing The Boiler
1. Remove the outer carton.
2. Remove the internal packaging.
3. Lift the outercase upwards and remove
(Fig. 23).
Potterton declare that no substances
harmful to health are contained in the
appliance or used during appliance
manufacture.
Outercase
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8.3 Fitting The Boiler (Fig. 24)
1. Remove the screw and retaining bracket from
the wall plate spring clip.
2. Offer up the boiler to the wall plate and locate
the rear bottom edge onto the self locating support
at the base of the wall plate.
3. Rotate the boiler and engage into temporary
spring retaining latch.
4. Ensure the boiler is secured with the
retaining bracket and screw previously
removed, immediately.
5. Remove thread protection caps from the FLOW
and RETURN connections.
8.4 Making the Water Connections
(Fig. 25)
1. The boiler has two side water connections, the
front connection being FLOW and the rear
connection being RETURN.
2. It is essential that Flow and Return pipes are
connected to the correct fittings. The flow
connection incorporates the boiler thermostats
and a flow switch. To avoid damage to the flow
switch when tightening the flow connection the
use of two spanners is recommended.
3. A copper elbow, compression nut and olive are
provided in the kit for the return connection.
NOTE: Drain cocks should be fitted to all
system’s low points and vents to all high points.
4. Ensure that any pipework is routed so as to
leave the boiler via the spaces at the rear of the
outer case, either at the top or at the bottom.
Pipework within the confines of the outercase
should consist of solder fittings.
NOTE: It is important that the pipework does
not interfere with the correct fitting of the outer
case and a space of 14mm clearance must be
left between any vertical pipes and the outer
edge of the wall plate.
8.5 Making the Condensate Drain
Connection
1. Connect the condensate drain using the 1”BSP
nut and seal supplied. (see section 7.8.).
NOTE: To ensure the correct operation and
integrity of the condensate drainage system
- Carefully pour approximately 1 cupful (250ml)
of water into the flue products exhaust, at the
top of the heat exchanger (Fig. 25a) to ensure
a seal is made in the trap.
Return Pipe Connection
Flow Pipe
Connection
Boiler
Wall Plate Spring Clip
Wall Plate
Retaining Bracket
Fig. 25
Fig. 24
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8.6 Making the Gas Connection
1. Connect the gas supply to the RC1/2(1/2in BSPT
internal) gas tap located on the lower right side of
the boiler.
8.7 Fitting The Flue
Before fitting the flue, check the condensate
drain integrity (see section 8.5).
IMPORTANT: The flue should always be
installed with a 3°(1 in 20) fall from terminal to
elbow, to allow condensate to run back to the
boiler.
HORIZONTAL FLUE
1. The standard flue is suitable for lengths
270mm minimum to 800mm maximum (measured
from the edge of the flue elbow outlet).
Rear Flue: maximum wall thickness - 630mm
Side Flue: maximum wall thickness - 565mm (left or right)
2. For rear exit - measure the wall thickness
(Fig. 26) and to this dimension add 235mm. This
dimension to be known as (X).
i.e.
(X) = wall thickness + 235
3. Take the flue and mark off (X) from the
terminal end as indicated in the diagram
(Fig. 27).
Check your dimensions.
The flue tubes are fixed together. Cut through
both tubes whilst resting the flue on the semi-
circular packing pieces. Deburr both tube ends.
4. For side exit - measure the distance from the
edge of the wall plate to the inner face of the wall
(Fig. 26) and to this dimension add the wall
thickness + 275mm. This dimension to be known
as (Z).
i.e.
(Z) = wall plate to wall + wall thickness + 275
5. Take the flue and mark off (Z) from the terminal
end as indicated (Fig. 27).
Check your dimensions.
The flue tubes are fixed together. Cut through
both tubes whilst resting the flue on the semi-
circular packing pieces. Deburr both tube ends.
IMPORTANT: Check all measurements before
cutting.
NOTE: When cutting ensure the cut does not
interfere with the inner flue support bracket
(Fig. 27a).
360°Orientation
Inner Flue Support Bracket
Wall Thickness
(Z) Edge of Wall Plate to Wall
Wall Thickness
(Z) = Side Exit
(X) = Rear Exit
Flue
Waste
Fig. 26
Fig. 27
Fig. 27a
3°
(1 in 20)