STIEBEL ELTRON DHB-E 13 LCD Instruction Manual

OPERATION AND INSTALLATION
Electronically controlled comfort instantaneous water heater
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CONTENTS
OPERATION
1. General information �����������������������������������������3
1.1 Safety instructions����������������������������������������������� 3
1.2 Other symbols in this documentation ����������������������� 4
1.3 Units of measurement ������������������������������������������ 4
2. Safety����������������������������������������������������������4
2.1 Intended use������������������������������������������������������ 4
2.2 General safety instructions ������������������������������������ 4
2.3 Test symbols ������������������������������������������������������ 4
3. Appliance description ���������������������������������������4
4. Settings and displays ����������������������������������������5
4.1 Setting the temperature���������������������������������������� 5
4.2 Recommended settings ���������������������������������������� 5
5. Cleaning, care and maintenance ���������������������������5
6. Troubleshooting ����������������������������������������������6
INSTALLATION
7. Safety����������������������������������������������������������7
7.1 General safety instructions ������������������������������������ 7
7.2 Shower operation������������������������������������������������ 7
7.3 Instructions, standards and regulations �������������������� 7
8. Appliance description ���������������������������������������7
8.1 Standard delivery������������������������������������������������ 7
8.2 Accessories�������������������������������������������������������� 7
9. Preparation ���������������������������������������������������8
9.1 Installation location ��������������������������������������������� 8
9.2 Minimum clearances�������������������������������������������� 8
9.3 Water installation������������������������������������������������ 8
10. Installation����������������������������������������������������9
10.1 Standard installation�������������������������������������������� 9
11. Commissioning ��������������������������������������������� 11
11.1 Preparation ������������������������������������������������������ 11
11.2 Initial start-up��������������������������������������������������� 12
11.3 Recommissioning����������������������������������������������� 12
12. Appliance shutdown ��������������������������������������� 12
13. Alternative installation methods ������������������������� 13
13.1 Electrical connection from above on unfinished walls�� 13
13.2 Electrical connection on unfinished walls with short
power cable������������������������������������������������������ 13
13.3 Electrical connection on finished walls �������������������� 13
13.4 Connecting a load shedding relay��������������������������� 14
13.5 Water installation on unfinished walls ��������������������� 14
13.6 Wall mounting bracket when replacing appliance������� 14
13.7 Installation with offset tiles����������������������������������� 14
13.8 Pivoting appliance cover �������������������������������������� 15
13.9 Operation with preheated water ���������������������������� 15
14. Service information ���������������������������������������� 15
15. Troubleshooting �������������������������������������������� 16
16. Maintenance ������������������������������������������������ 17
17. Specification ������������������������������������������������ 17
17.1 Dimensions and connections ��������������������������������� 17
17.2 Wiring diagram ������������������������������������������������� 18
17.3 Domestic hot water output ����������������������������������� 18
17.4 Application areas/ Conversion table ����������������������� 18
17.5 Pressure drop ��������������������������������������������������� 18
17.6 Fault conditions ������������������������������������������������� 18
17.7 Data table �������������������������������������������������������� 19
ENVIRONMENT AND RECYCLING
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SPECIAL INFORMATION | OPERATION
General information
SPECIAL INFORMATION
- The appliance may be used by children aged3
and older and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or a lack of expe-
rience and know-how, provided that they are su-
pervised or they have been instructed on how to
use the appliance safely and have understood the
potential risks. Children must never play with the
appliance. Cleaning and maintenance by the user
may not be carried out by children unless they
are supervised.
- The tap can reach temperatures of up to 70°C.
There is a risk of scalding at outlet temperatures
in excess of 43°C.
- The appliance is suitable for supplying a shower
(shower operation). If the appliance is also or ex-
clusively used for shower operation, the qualified
contractor must adjust the temperature setting
range to 43°C using the internal anti-scalding
protection on the appliance. When using preheat-
ed water, it must be ensured that the inlet tem-
perature does not exceed 55°C.
- Ensure the appliance can be separated from the
power supply by an isolator that disconnects all
poles with at least 3mm contact separation.
- The specified voltage must match the power
supply.
- The appliance must be connected to the earth
conductor.
- The appliance must be permanently connected to
fixed wiring.
- Secure the appliance as described in chapter "In-
stallation/ Installation".
- Observe the maximum permissible pressure (see
chapter "Installation/ Specification/ Data table").
- The specific water resistivity of the mains water
supply must not be undershot (see chapter "In-
stallation/ Specification/ Data table").
- Drain the appliance as described in chapter "In-
stallation/ Maintenance/ Draining the appliance".
OPERATION
1. General information
The chapters "Special information" and "Operation" are intended
for both users and qualified contractors.
The chapter "Installation" is intended for qualified contractors.
Note
Read these instructions carefully before using the appli-
ance and retain them for future reference.
Pass on the instructions to a new user if required.
1.1 Safety instructions
1.1.1 Structure of safety instructions
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KEYWORD Type of risk
Here, possible consequences are listed that may result
from failure to observe the safety instructions.
 Steps to prevent the risk are listed.
1.1.2 Symbols, type of risk
Symbol Type of risk
Injury
Electrocution
Burns
(burns, scalding)
1.1.3 Keywords
KEYWORD Meaning
DANGER Failure to observe this information will result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING Failure to observe this information may result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION Failure to observe this information may result in non-seri-
ous or minor injury.
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Safety
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1.2 Other symbols in this documentation
Note
General information is identified by the adjacent symbol.
 Read these texts carefully.
Symbol Meaning
Material losses
(appliance damage, consequential losses and environmen-
tal pollution)
Appliance disposal
 This symbol indicates that you have to do something. The ac-
tion you need to take is described step by step.
1.3 Units of measurement
Note
All measurements are given in mm unless stated oth-
erwise.
2. Safety
2.1 Intended use
This appliance is suitable for heating domestic hot water or for
reheating preheated water. The appliance can supply one or more
draw-off points.
Water will not be reheated if the maximum inlet temperature for
reheating is exceeded.
The appliance is intended for domestic use. It can be used safely
by untrained persons. The appliance can also be used in non-do-
mestic environments, e.g.in small businesses, as long as it is
used in the same way.
Any other use beyond that described shall be deemed inappro-
priate. Observation of these instructions and of the instructions
for any accessories used is also part of the correct use of this
appliance.
2.2 General safety instructions
CAUTION Burns
During operation, the tap can reach temperatures up
to 70°C.
There is a risk of scalding at outlet temperatures in ex-
cess of 43°C.
CAUTION Burns
If operating with preheated water, e.g.from a solar ther-
mal system, the DHW temperature may vary from the
selected set temperature.
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WARNING Injury
The appliance may be used by children aged3 and older
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or a lack of experience and know-how, pro-
vided that they are supervised or they have been in-
structed on how to use the appliance safely and have
understood the potential risks. Children must never play
with the appliance. Children must never clean the ap-
pliance or perform user maintenance unless they are
supervised.
Where children or persons with limited physical, sensory or men-
tal abilities are allowed to use this appliance, we recommend a
permanent temperature limit.
- Qualified contractor adjustable: Internal anti-scalding
protection.
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The user should protect the appliance and its tap against
frost.
2.3 Test symbols
See type plate on the appliance
Information for Australia/New Zealand:
Installation complies with standard AS/NZS 3500.4
3. Appliance description
The appliance switches on automatically as soon as you open the
hot water valve on the tap. When you close the tap, the appliance
switches off again automatically.
The appliance heats water as it flows through it. The DHW outlet
temperature can be variably adjusted. From a certain flow rate,
the control unit regulates the correct heating output, subject to
the temperature selected and the current cold water temperature.
The electronically controlled instantaneous water heater with au-
tomatic output matching maintains a consistent outlet tempera-
ture. It is irrespective of the inlet temperature, up to the maximum
output of the appliance.
If the appliance is operated with preheated water and the inlet
temperature exceeds the chosen set temperature, the water will
not be heated further.
You can set the temperature unit (°C or °F) according to prefer-
ence.
Heating system
The bare wire heating system is enclosed within a pressure-tested
plastic jacket. The heating system with its stainless steel internal
indirect coil is suitable for hard and soft water areas and is largely
insusceptible to scale build-up. The heating system ensures rapid
and efficient DHW provision.
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Settings and displays
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Note
The appliance is equipped with an air detector that large-
ly prevents damage to the heating system. If, during op-
eration, air is drawn into the appliance, the appliance
shuts down for one minute, thereby protecting the heat-
ing system.
4. Settings and displays
4.1 Setting the temperature
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1 Temperature selector for adjusting set temperature (no end-
stop): "OFF", 20 - 60°C (factory setting)
2 Display
3 Temperature unit [°C/°F]
Temperature settings in steps
Temperature range Step Temperature range Step
20°C ... 60°C 1°C 68°F ... 140°F 1°F
Selecting the temperature indicator
You can choose to display the temperature in °C or °F, as required.
 Turn the temperature selector anti-clockwise, past the OFF
indicator and another five complete turns, until you find
yourself in temperature unit selection mode. Then select the
temperature unit using the temperature selector. After 30
seconds, the appliance exits selection mode automatically
and the selected temperature unit is retained.
Note
If the outlet temperature is not high enough when the
draw-off valve is fully open and the temperature selector
is set to maximum, then more water is flowing through
the appliance than can be heated by the heating system
(appliance working at maximum output).
 Reduce the water volume until the preferred tem-
perature delivery is achieved.
4.2 Recommended settings
Your instantaneous water heater offers maximum precision and
maximum convenience in DHW provision. Should you nonetheless
be operating the appliance with a thermostatic valve, we recom-
mend that you:
 Adjust the set temperature on the appliance to over 50°C.
Then set the required set temperature on the thermostatic
valve.
Saving energy
The following recommended settings will result in the lowest en-
ergy consumption:
- 38°C for hand washbasins, showers, bath
- 55°C for kitchen sinks
Internal anti-scalding protection (qualified contractors)
If required, the qualified contractor can set a permanent temper-
ature limit, forexample in nurseries, hospitals etc.
When supplying a shower, the temperature setting range must be
limited by the qualified contractor to 43°C.
Limiting it in this way prevents water from flowing out of the
appliance at temperatures which could cause injury.
Recommended setting for operation with a thermostatic valve
and water preheated by solar energy
 Set the temperature at the appliance to the maximum
temperature.
Following an interruption to the water supply
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To ensure that the bare wire heating system is not dam-
aged following an interruption to the water supply, the
appliance must be restarted taking the following steps.
 Disconnect the appliance from the power supply by
removing the fuses/tripping the MCBs.
 Open the tap for one minute until the appliance and
its upstream cold water inlet line are free of air.
 Switch the power back ON.
5. Cleaning, care and maintenance
 Never use abrasive or corrosive cleaning agents. A damp
cloth is sufficient for cleaning the appliance.
 Check the taps regularly. Limescale deposits at the tap out-
lets can be removed using commercially available descaling
agents.

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Troubleshooting
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6. Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Remedy
The appliance will not start despite the
DHW valve being fully open.
There is no power. Check the fuses/MCBs in your fuse box/distribution board.
The aerator in the tap or the shower head is
scaled up or soiled.
Clean and/or descale the aerator or shower head.
The water supply has been interrupted. Vent the appliance and the cold water inlet line.
When hot water is being drawn off, cold
water flows for a short period.
The air detector detects air in the water. It
switches off the heating output briefly.
The appliance restarts automatically after 1minute.
The required temperature cannot be set. Internal anti-scalding protection is activated. The internal anti-scalding protection can only be adjusted by the qualified
contractor.
Note
After a power failure:
Programming unit displays and selected settings are re-
tained following a power failure.
If you cannot remedy the fault, contact your qualified contractor.
To facilitate and speed up your request, provide the number from
the type plate (000000-0000-000000).
Nr.000000-0000-00000
Nr. 000000-0000-00000
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Safety
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INSTALLATION
7. Safety
Only a qualified contractor should carry out installation, commis-
sioning, maintenance and repair of the appliance.
7.1 General safety instructions
We guarantee trouble-free function and operational reliability only
if original accessories and spare parts intended for the appliance
are used.
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Observe the maximum inlet temperature. Higher tem-
peratures may damage the appliance. You can limit
the maximum inlet temperature by installing a central
thermostatic valve (see chapter "Appliance description/
Accessories").
WARNING Electrocution
This appliance contains capacitors which are discharged
when disconnected from the power supply. The capacitor
discharge voltage may briefly reach >60VDC.
7.2 Shower operation
CAUTION Burns
 When supplying a shower, set the internal an-
ti-scalding protection to 43°C; see chapter "Com-
missioning/ Preparations".
CAUTION Burns
If the water supplied to the appliance is preheated,
please note the following points:
-The internally adjustable anti-scalding protection
may be exceeded.
-The dynamic anti-scalding protection between the
appliance and the wireless remote control may not
be effective.
 In both cases, limit the temperature with an up-
stream central thermostatic valve (ZTA 3/4).
7.3 Instructions, standards and regulations
Note
Observe all applicable national and regional regulations
and instructions.
- The IP25 (hoseproof) rating can only be ensured with a cor-
rectly fitted cable grommet.
- The specific electrical resistance of the water must not fall
below that stated on the type plate. In a linked water net-
work, factor in the lowest electrical resistance of the water.
Your water supply utility will advise you of the specific elec-
trical water resistance or conductivity.
8. Appliance description
8.1 Standard delivery
The following are delivered with the appliance:
- Wall mounting bracket
- Installation template
- 2 plugs
- 2 extensions
- 2 caps
- 2 tees
- 8 flat gaskets
- Strainer
- Plastic profile washer
- Plastic connection pieces/ Installation aid
- Cap and back panel guides
- Jumper for internal anti-scalding protection
8.2 Accessories
Wireless remote control
- FFB 4 Set AP
Taps/valves
- MEKD mono lever kitchen pressure tap
- MEBD mono lever bath pressure tap
Plugs G½A
If you use other than the recommended pressure taps on finished
walls, please use the plugs.
Installation set for finished walls
- Solder fitting - copper pipe for soldered connection Ø 12mm
- Press-fit fitting - copper pipe
- Press-fit fitting - plastic pipe (suitable for Viega: Sanfix-Plus
or Sanfix-Fosta)
Universal mounting frame
- Mounting frame with electrical connections
Pipe assembly for undersink appliances
You will need the undersink installation set if you make the water
connections (G⅜A) at the top of the appliance.
Pipe assembly for offset installation
Use this pipe assembly if you intend to offset the appliance by up
to 90mm downwards from the water connection.
Pipe assembly for replacing a gas water heater
You will need this pipe assembly set if the existing installation
has gas water heater connections (cold water connection on the
left-hand side, DHW connection on the right-hand side).
Pipe assembly for DHB water plug-in couplings
Use the water plug-in couplings if the existing installation contains
water plug-in connections from a DHB water heater.

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Preparation
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Load shedding relay (LR 1-A)
The load shedding relay for installation in the distribution board
provides priority control for the instantaneous water heater when
other appliances, suchas electric storage heaters, are being op-
erated simultaneously.
Central thermostatic valve (ZTA 3/4)
Use the thermostatic valve for central premixing when, forex-
ample, operating an instantaneous water heater with preheated
water. For use in shower operation, the valve must be set to a
maximum of 55°C and internal anti-scalding protection must be
set to 43°C.
9. Preparation
9.1 Installation location
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Install the appliance in a room free from the risk of frost.
 Always install the appliance vertically and near the draw-off
point.
The appliance is suitable for undersink and oversink installation.
Undersink installation
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2
1 Cold water inlet
2 DHW outlet
Oversink installation
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1 Cold water inlet
2 DHW outlet
Note
 Mount the appliance on the wall. The wall must have
sufficient load bearing capacity.
9.2 Minimum clearances
≥50≥50
≥90
≥90
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 Maintain the minimum clearances to ensure trouble-free op-
eration of the appliance and facilitate maintenance work.
9.3 Water installation
 Flush the water line thoroughly.
Taps/valves
Use appropriate pressure taps. Open vented taps are not per-
missible.
Permissible water line materials
- Cold water inlet line:
Pipes made from galvanised steel, stainless steel, copper or
plastic
- DHW outlet line:
Stainless steel pipe, copper pipe or plastic pipe
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If plastic pipework systems are used, take into account
the maximum inlet temperature and the maximum per-
missible pressure.
Flow rate
 Ensure that the flow rate for switching on the appliance is
achieved.
 Increase the water line pressure if the required flow rate
is not achieved when the draw-off valve is fully open. If
the flow rate is still not achieved, remove the flow limiter
(see chapter "Installation/ Installation/ Removing the flow
limiter").

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Installation
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10. Installation
Factory settings DHB-E13LCDAU DHB-E18LCDAU DHB-E 27 LCD AU
Internal anti-scalding protection in °C Tmax Tmax Tmax
Standard installation DHB-E13LCDAU DHB-E18LCDAU DHB-E 27 LCD AU
Electrical connection from below on unfinished walls x x x
Water connection, installation on finished walls x x x
For further installation options, see chapter "Alternative instal-
lation methods".
10.1 Standard installation
Opening the appliance
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 Open the appliance by holding the fascia at the side and pull-
ing forwards away from the appliance cover. Undo the screw.
Pivot open the appliance cover.
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 Remove the back panel by pressing the two locking tabs and
pulling the lower section of the back panel forwards.
Preparing the power cable on unfinished walls, for connection
from below
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1 Cable entry installation aid
 Prepare the power cable.
Fitting the wall mounting bracket
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 Mark out the holes for drilling using the installation tem-
plate. If the appliance is to be installed on finished walls, also
mark out the fixing hole in the lower section of the template.
 Drill the holes and secure the wall mounting bracket at 2
points using suitable fixing materials (screws and rawl plugs
are not part of the standard delivery).
 Fit the wall mounting bracket.
Preparing the water connection
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Carry out all water connection and installation work in
accordance with regulations.
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 Remove the caps from the tees.
 Fit the plugs and the extensions with gaskets.
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1 Strainer
2 Plastic profile washer
 Fit the strainer and the plastic profile washer in the tee for
the cold water inlet.
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Damage to the appliance and environmental pollution
The strainer must be fitted for the appliance to function.
 When replacing the appliance, check that the strain-
er is present.
Removing the flow limiter
Note
If you are using a thermostatic valve, you must not re-
move the flow limiter.

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If the flow rate is too low, remove the flow limiter. To do this,
remove the function module from the appliance back panel.
4.
2.
3.
1.
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 Release the locking hook.
 Push the function module in the appliance back panel slightly
towards the back.
 Remove the function module from the appliance back panel
by pulling it slightly forwards and lifting it off.
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5.
2.
3.
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1 2 3
4
1 Flow limiter
2 O-ring
3 Cold water pipe bend with recess for locking clip
4 Locking clip
5 Heater
 Remove the cold water pipe bend and the O-ring.
 Remove the flow limiter from the cold water inlet of the heat-
er using a pointed object or suitable pliers.
 Refit the cold water pipe bend and the O-ring.
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The O-ring must be fitted to prevent the appliance from
leaking.
 As part of installation, check that the O-ring is in
place.
 Secure the cold water pipe bend with the locking clip.
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Ensure that the locking clip is located behind the recess
in the pipe bend and fixes the bend in position.
 Mount the function module in reverse order in the appliance
back panel until the function module clicks into place.
Installing the appliance
Note
If you are installing the appliance with flexible pipe con-
nections, also secure the bottom of the back panel with
a screw.
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2
1 Cable entry installation aid
2 Cable grommet
Use the installation aid for easier wiring access through the cable
grommet (see plastic parts set supplied).
 Remove the cable grommet from the back panel.
 Pull the cable grommet over the cable sheath of the power
cable. For large cable cross-sections, enlarge the hole in the
cable grommet if necessary.
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 Remove the transport protection plugs from the appliance
pipe connections.