Vaillant timeSWITCH 160 User manual

For the operator
Operating instructions
timeSWITCH
Dual-channel timer with weekly programme
GB, IE
Operating instructions
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Content
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1 Notes on the operating instructions.......................4
1.1 Observing other applicable documents .....................4
1.2 Document storage ...........................................................4
1.3 Symbols used....................................................................4
1.4 Identification plate...........................................................4
1.5 Applicability of the instructions...................................5
1.6 CE label...............................................................................5
2 Safety.................................................................................6
2.1 Safety and warning information ..................................6
2.1.1 Classification of warnings..............................................6
2.1.2 Structure of warnings..................................................... 7
2.2 Intended use...................................................................... 7
2.3 Basic safety instructions................................................8
3 Description of the appliance ......................................9
3.1 Appliance design..............................................................9
3.2 Functionality......................................................................9
3.3 Access level for the operator...................................... 10
3.3.1 Menu structure design.................................................. 10
3.3.2 Basic display.................................................................... 10
3.3.3 Selection levels................................................................12
3.3.4 Setting level......................................................................12
4 Operation .........................................................................13
4.1 Operating concept ..........................................................13
4.1.1 Operation via selector buttons....................................13
4.2 Overview of menu structure ........................................17
4.3 Overview of setting and read-out options................19
4.3.1 Overview of operating modes......................................19
4.3.2 Overview of operating levels .......................................21
5 Operating and display functions.............................23
5.1 Information......................................................................23
5.1.1 Reading information......................................................23
5.1.2 Reading the serial number and article number .....23
5.1.3 Setting timer programmes ..........................................24
5.1.4 Days away from home scheduling.............................27
5.1.5 Language selection .......................................................27
5.1.6 Setting the date ............................................................28
5.1.7 Setting the time .............................................................28
5.1.8 Changing over to daylight saving time.....................28
5.1.9 Setting the display contrast........................................28
5.1.10 Restoring factory settings ...........................................29
5.2 Operating modes........................................................... 30
5.2.1 Operating modes for the heating circuit ................ 30
5.2.2 Operating modes for hot water production ........... 30

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5.3 Advanced function..........................................................31
5.3.1 Party function..................................................................31
5.4 Service message ............................................................32
6 Energy-saving tips.......................................................33
7 Service and troubleshooting....................................35
7.1 Cleaning the timer.........................................................35
7.2 Detecting and rectifying faults...................................35
8 Decommissioning .........................................................36
8.1 Replacing the timer.......................................................36
8.2 Recycling and disposal .................................................36
9 Warranty and customer service..............................37
9.1 Vaillant warranty............................................................37
9.2 Vaillant Service...............................................................37
10 Technical data .............................................................. 38
11 Glossary ..........................................................................39
Index ............................................................................................41

Notes on the operating instructions
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1 Notes on the operating instructions
These operating instructions are intended for the operator
of the heating system. No particular prior knowledge is
required.
1.1 Observing other applicable documents
When operating the timeSWITCH dual-channel timer, always
take note of all operating instructions that are supplied with
the other components of the heating system.
1.2 Document storage
Keep these operating instructions and all other applicable
documents safe so that
– they are available whenever required,
– they are kept for the full service life of the appliance,
– they are available to all subsequent operators.
1.3 Symbols used
The symbols used in the text are explained below:
iUseful instructions and information
>Required actions
1.4 Identification plate
The identification plate is located inside the timer and is
not accessible from the outside.

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1.5 Relevance of the instructions
These operating instructions apply to appliances with the
following article numbers only:
Type designation Article number Country
VTS160 0020124498 GB
1.1 Type overview
The 10-digit article number can be found in the serial
number of the appliance. The article number is found in the
second line of the serial number. You can view the serial
number under "Menu ¬Information ¬Serial number"
(¬fig.4.9).
1.6 CE label
The CE labelling shows that, based on the type
overview, the units comply with the basic require-
ments of the applicable directives.

Safety
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2 Safety
2.1 Safety and warning information
>When operating the timeSWITCH timer, take account of
the general safety instructions and the warning notes
that appear before all of the actions.
2.1.1 Classification of warnings
The warning notes are classified in accordance with the
severity of the possible danger using the following danger
signs and signal words:
Danger sign Signal
word
Explanation
a Danger!
Immediate danger to life or
danger of severe personal
injury
eDanger!
Risk of death from electric
shock
aWarning! Risk of minor personal injury
bCaution!
Risk of material or environ-
mental damage

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2.1.2 Structure of warnings
Warning signs are identified by an upper and lower separat-
ing line. and are laid out according to the following basic
principle:
aSignal word!
Type and source of danger!
Explanation of the type and source of
danger
>Measures for averting the danger
2.2 Intended use
The Vaillant timeSWITCH dual-channel timer has been con-
structed using state-of-the-art technology in accordance
with recognised safety regulations. Even so, in the event of
inappropriate or non-intended use, damage to the appliance
and other property may arise.
The timeSWITCH timer is a dual-channel timer switch which
features daily and weekly programmes for time-dependent
control of a Vaillant boiler with and without hot water pro-
duction. If the unit is used with a Vaillant combi-boiler, it
can take over the programming of the warm start function
(control of hot water release). The timer is built into the
front of Vaillant ecoTEC boilers. Any other or additional use
does not comply with the intended use. The manufacturer/
supplier is not liable for any resulting damage. The owner
alone bears any risk. Any other use, or use beyond that
specified, shall be considered as improper use. Any direct
commercial or industrial use is also deemed as improper.
The manufacturer/supplier is not liable for any resulting
damage. In this case, the user alone bears the liability.
Intended use includes:
– observance of accompanying operating, installation and
maintenance instructions for Vaillant products as well as
for other parts and components of the system
– installation and assembly in accordance with the unit
and system approval
– compliance with all inspection and servicing conditions
listed in the instructions.
Caution!
Improper use of any kind is prohibited

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2.3 Basic safety instructions
Only an approved heating engineer is permitted to carry
out installation and repair work on the unit. The existing
regulations, rules and guidelines must be observed when
doing so.
Preventing malfunction
>Only operate the heating installation when it is in a tech-
nically perfect condition.
>Ensure that any faults and damage that affect safety are
rectified immediately.
Preventing frost damage
If there is a power cut, or if the room temperature is set too
low in individual rooms, it can not be ruled out that sections
of the heating system might be damaged by frost.
>If you are going to be away during a cold period, make
sure the heating system remains in operation and that
the rooms are sufficiently heated.
>Always observe the information on frost protection
(¬section3.2).
Even if rooms, or the whole dwelling, are not in use for cer-
tain periods, the heating must remain in operation!
Caution!
Frost protection and monitoring devices are only active
when the unit is supplied with power. The mains switch
on the unit must be set to the position "I".

Description of the appliance
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3 Description of the appliance
3.1 Appliance design
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3
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4
3.1 timeSWITCH front view
1 Display
2 Right selector button
3 Control knob (without pushbutton function)
4 Left selector button
3.2 Functionality
The timeSWITCH timer controls the operating times of a
Vaillant heating system and the hot water production of a
connected domestic hot water cylinder.
Heating installation
You can use the timeSWITCH timer to set the operating
times for the heating system for different times of the day
and for different days of the week.
Preparation
You can use the timeSWITCH timer to set the time for hot
water production. The boiler heats the water in the domes-
tic hot water cylinder. You can set a period during which hot
water should be available in the domestic hot water cylin-
der.

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3.3 Access level for the operator
The access level for the operator provides you with access
to important information and offers set-up options which do
not require any special prior knowledge. You can access
configurable or read-only values via a menu structure.
3.3.1 Menu structure design
The menu structure for the timer is divided into three lev-
els. There are one or two selection levels and one setting
level. You can access selection level 1 from the basic display.
From each level, you can access the level above or the level
below the respective level.
3.3.2 Basic display
The basic display is the permanently visible display on the
screen. The basic display shows the current settings and
values of the heating system. If you make a setting on the
timer, the display on the screen switches from the basic dis-
play to the display for new settings.
The basic display appears when you:
– press the left selector button and thus exit selection
level 1.
– do not operate the timer for more than 5 minutes.
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Menu Mode
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3
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5
4
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3.2 Basic display
1 Date
2 Time
3 Current function of the right selector button (soft key function)
4 Current function of the left selector button (soft key function)
5 Symbol for heating mode in "Auto" mode
6 Mode set for the heating mode