Sime Format System 25 HE User manual

Format System
25 HE
User instructions
UK
ENSURE THAT THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE LEFT
FOR THE USER AFTER COMPLETION OF THE
BENCHMARK SECTION
Please read the Important Notice within
this guide regarding your boiler warranty
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All descriptions and illustrations provided in this manual have been carefully prepared but we reserve the right to make changes
and improvements in our products that may affect the accuracy of the information contained in this manual.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
For the first year all of our appliances are protected by our manufacturer’s guarantee which covers both parts and
labour.
As you would expect from Sime Ltd, it is our aim to provide our valued customers with the best in after sales and
service.
To take advantage of any extended warranty offered, all you have to do is to adhere to these 3 simple conditions:
• The installation must be carried out to Manufacturers/Benchmark Standards by a Gas Safe Registered
Engineer, and recorded in the installation manual.
• The appliance must be registered with both Sime Ltd and Gas Safe within 30 days of installation.
• The appliance must be serviced annually, by either Sime Ltd or a Gas Safe registered engineer- ensuring that the
Benchmark service record in the installation manual is completed.
Failure to comply with the above will result in only the 12 month warranty being offered.
In the absence of any proof of purchase, the 12 month warranty period will commence from the date of manufacture
of the boiler as shown on the appliance data plate.

The Benchmark Scheme
Sime Ltd is a licensed member of the Benchmark Scheme which aims to improve the standards of installation and
commissioning of domestic heating and hot water systems in the UK and to encourage regular servicing to optimi-
se safety, efficiency and performance.
Benchmark is managed and promoted by the Heating and Hotwater Industry Council.
For more information visit www.centralheating.co.uk
Please ensure that the installer has fully completed the Benchmark Checklist on the inside back pages of the
installation instructions supplied with the product and that you have signed it to say that you have received a full
and clear explanation of its operation.
The installer is legally required to complete a commissioning checklist as a means of complyng with the appropria-
te Building Regulations (England and Wales).
All installations must be notified to Local Area Building Control either directly or through a Competent Persons
Scheme.
A Building Regulations Compliance Certificate will then be issued to the customer who should, on receipt, write the
Notification Number on the Benchmark Checklist.
This product should be serviced regularly to optimise its safety, efficiency and performance.
The service engineer should complete the relevant Service Record on the Benchmark Checklist after each service.
The Benchmark Checklist may be required in the event of any warranty work and as supporting documentation
relating to home improvements in the optional documents section of the Home Information Pack.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER
1.1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1.3 MINIMUM CLEARANCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.4 ROUTINE SERVICING
1.5 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.6 SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
These appliances comply with the S.E.D.B.U.K. scheme, band “D”
CONTENTS
VERY IMPORTANT!
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR BENCHMARK CHECKLIST IN THE
INSTALLATION GUIDE, IS FILLED IN CORRECTLY.
ALL GAS SAFE REGISTER INSTALLERS CARRY A ID CARD.
THE REGISTRATION NUMBER SHOULD BE
RECORDED ON THE CHECK LIST.
YOU CAN CHECK YOUR INSTALLER IS GAS SAFE
REGISTERED BY CALLING ON 0800 408 5577

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A EC
F
B
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER
Fig. 1
KEY
A Temperature/pressure gauge
B Time clock (optional)
C Rotary switch
E C.H. thermostat
THE GAS SAFETY (INSTALLATION AND USE) REGULATIONS
1996. It is the law that all gas appliances are installed by a
registered person, in accordance with the above regulations.
Failure to install appliances correctly could lead to prosecu-
tion.
It is in your own interest, and that of safety, to ensure that the
law is complied with.
It is essential that the appliance is correctly earthed. An
electricity supply of 240 V - 50 Hz fused at 3 A is required.
Read these instructions carefully before attempting to oper-
ate the appliance.
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The Sime “FORMAT SYSTEM 25 HE” family is a fully auto-
matic, wall mounted, room sealed, fan assisted range of com-
bination boilers.
The appliance provides central heating as required.
The heat output is automatically controlled by the fully modu-
lating gas valve (within its pre-set limits), and there are user
adjustable potentiometers to control the temperature of cen-
tral heating.
A temperature/pressure gauge is fitted and an overheat ther-
mostat is incorporated to protect against fault conditions.
1.2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1.2.1 To light the appliance (see fig. 1)
– Turn the selector rotary switch to the WINTER position “ ❄ "
and the burner will light to serve the heating load.
Set the
required temperature for the C.H. by rotating the poten-
tiometer ( E) clockwise to increase or anticlockwise to
decrease the temperature.
1.2.2 To turn off the appliance (see fig. 1)
–For short periods:
Set the selector switch (C) to OFF position. When
required, turn the selector switch to the WINTER position.
–For longer periods:
Set the selector switch (C) to the OFF position, turn off
the gas isolation cock. When required, manually rotate
the pump, open the gas isolation cock and turn the selec-
tor switch to the WINTER position.
NOTE: If frost protection is required-Leave the selector
switch in the winter position, turn then CH thermostat
to minimum (fully anticlockwise), do not isolate the gas
supply.

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1.3 MINIMUM CLEARANCES
The following MINIMUM CLEARANCES must be available for
servicing the appliance:
1.4 ROUTINE SERVICING
To ensure continued efficient operation of the appliance, it is
recommended that it is checked and serviced as necessary
at regular intervals.
The frequency of servicing will depend upon the particular
installation conditions and usage but in general once a year
should be adequate. It is the law that any service work must
be carried out by a registerd person (Gas Safe Register).
1.5 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.5.1 Fault finding indicators (LEDS)
The appliance is fitted with a safety cut-out thermostat. In
the event of overheating this will interrupt the power supply
and prevent the appliance from functioning.
If this occurs, allow the appliance to cool, turn the rotary
switch to “ “ position and release it immediately, then turn
it back to the previous position (see fig. 2).
If the cut-out condition is repeated, turn off the electrical sup-
ply and consult your installer or service engineer.
1.5.2 Temperature/pressure gauge
The gauge (A fig. 1) on the facia panel indicates the approxi-
mate system pressure. If the normal running pressure is
seen to decrease over a period of time there is a water leak
and you should consult your installer or service engineer.
1.5.3 Electrical supply
The mains plug used must be a 3 pin type to BS1363, and
fused at 3 A. THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
NOTE: an interruption in the electricity supply whilst the
burner is alight may cause the overheat thermostat to
operate. If this is suspected, turn the rotary switch to “ “
position and release it immediately, then turn it back to
the previous position.
TO CONNECT A PLUG
As the colour of wires in the mains lead of this appliance may
For ventilation For servicing
ABOVE THE APPLIANCE CASING 200 mm 300 mm
AT THE R.H.S. 15 m m 15 m m
AT THE L.H.S. 15 m m 15 m m
BELOW THE APPLIANCE CASING 200 mm 200 mm
IN FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE 350 mm 500 mm
Fig. 2
Bi-colour led 1
Bi-colour led 2
Operating mode Bi-colour led 1 Bi-colour led 2
Stand-by green ON OFF
Flame presence green ON orange ON
Flame detection
circuit fault green ON flashing orange
Ignition lock OFF red ON
Water flow switch (FL)
or limit stat (TL) flashing orange OFF
intervention
Fan fault flashing green OFF
C.H. sensor (SM)
fault steady orange OFF
Boiler off OFF OFF

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not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
the wire which is coloured green and yellow must be con-
nected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the
letter E or by the earth symbol - or coloured green and yel-
low; the wire which is coloured blue must be connected to
the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured black; the
wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the ter-
minal marked with the letter L or coloured red.
1.5.4 Ventilation
If the appliance is installed in a cabinet, the latter MUST NOT
be used for storage purposes.
Any ventilation provided for the appliance during installation
MUST NOT be blocked and a periodic check must be made
to ensure that the vents are free from obstructions.
1.5.5 Cleaning
Use only a damp cloth and mild detergent to clean the appli-
ance outer casing. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners.
1.6 SAFETY
It is essential that the instructions in this booklet are strict-
ly followed for the safe and economical operation of this
appliance. The appliance functions as a fan assisted bal-
anced flue unit.
The flue terminal MUST NOT BE OBSTRUCTED under any cir-
cumstances. If damaged, turn off the appliance and consult
the installer, service engineer, or gas supplier. If it is known or
suspected that a fault exists on the appliance it MUST NOT
be used until the fault has been rectified by a competent per-
son.
WARNING: IF A GAS LEAK IS SUSPECTED OR EXISTS,
TURN OFF THE GAS SUPPLY TO THE APPLIANCE AT THE
GAS SERVICE COCK. DO NOT OPERATE ANY ELECTRICAL
SWITCHES. DO NOT OPERATE ANY ELECTRICAL APPLI-
ANCE. OPEN ALL WINDOWS AND DOORS. DO NOT
SMOKE. EXTINGUISH ALL NAKED LIGHTS. CONTACT THE
GAS SUPPLIER IMMEDIATELY.

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