Read this manual carefully before starting up the water heater. Failure to
read this manual and to follow the instructions in this manual may lead to
accidents, personal injury, and damage to the appliance.
Nothing from this publication may be copied, reproduced and/or published by
means of printing, photocopying or by whatsoever means, without the prior
written approval of A.O. Smith Water Products Company.
A.O. Smith Water Products Company reserves the right to modify specifications
stated in this manual.
Any brand names mentioned in this manual are registered trademarks of their
respective owners.
A.O. Smith Water Products Company accepts no liability for claims from third
parties arising from improper use other than that stated in this manual and in
accordance with the General Conditions registered at the Eindhoven Chamber
of Commerce.
Refer further to the General Conditions. These are available on request, free of
charge.
Although considerable care has been taken to ensure a correct and suitably
comprehensive description of all relevant components, the manual may
nonetheless contain errors and inaccuracies.
Should you detect any errors or inaccuracies in the manual, we would be
grateful if you would inform us. This helps us to further improve our
documentation.
More information
If you have any comments or queries concerning any aspect related to the
appliance, then please do not hesitate to contact:
A.O. Smith Water Products Company
PO Box 70
5500 AB Veldhoven
Netherlands
Telephone:(free) 0870 - AOSMITH
0870 - 267 64 84
General:
Fax: +31 40 294 25 39
E-mail :info@aosmith.nl
Website:www.aosmithinternational.com
In the event of problems with connecting to the gas, electricity or water supply,
please contact your installation's supplier/installation engineer .
This manual describes how to install, service and use the ADM appliance. The
ADM appliance is a gas-fired open boiler without fan. ADM appliances are
equipped with a flue gas backflow safeguard.
The ADM is an appliance of type B
The information in this manual applies to types: ADM 40, ADM 50, ADM 60,
ADM 80, ADM 90, ADM 115 and ADM 135.
The appliance has been manufactured and equipped in accordance with the
European standard for gas-fired storage water heaters for the production of
domestic hot water (EN 89). The appliances are therefore compliant with the
European Directive for Gas Appliances, and and are entitled to bear the CE
mark.
Warning
Read this manual carefully before starting up the water heater. Failure to
read the manual and to follow the printed instructions may lead to personal
injury and damage to the appliance.
Warning
If there is a gas smell:
No naked flames! No smoking!
Avoid causing sparks! Do not use any electrical equipment or switch, i.e. no
telephones, plugs or bells!
Open windows and doors!
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1.3Regulations
Shut off the mains gas supply valve!
Warn occupants and leave the building!
After leaving the building, alert the gas distribution company or your installation
engineer.
As the (end) user, installation engineer or service and maintenance engineer,
you must ensure that the entire installation complies, as a minimum, with the
official local:
•building regulations;
•energy supplier's directives for existing gas installations;
•directives and technical guidelines for natural gas installations;
•safety requirements for low-voltage installations;
•regulations governing the supply of drinking water;
•regulations governing ventilation in buildings;
•regulations governing the supply of air for combustion;
•regulations governing the discharge of products of combustion;
•requirements for installations that consume gas;
•regulations governing indoor waste water disposal;
•regulations imposed by fire brigade, power companies and municipality.
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Furthermore, the installation must comply with the manufacturer's instructions.
Note
Later amendments and/or additions to all regulations, requirements and
guidelines published on or prior to the moment of installing, will apply to the
installation.
1.4Target groups
1.5Maintenance
The three target groups for this manual are:
•(end) users;
•installation engineers;
•service and maintenance engineers.
Symbols on each page indicate the target groups for whom the information is
intended. See the table.
Target group symbols
SymbolTarget group
(End) user
Installation engineer
Service and maintenance engineer
A service should be carried out at least once a year, both on the water side and
on the gas side. Maintenance frequency depends, among other things, on the
water quality, the average burning time per day and the set water temperature.
Note
To determine the correct maintenance frequency, it is recommended to
arrange for the service and maintenance engineer to check the appliance on
both the water and gas side within three months following installation. Based on
this check, the best maintenance frequency can be determined.
Note
Regular maintenance extends the service life of the appliance.
Note
Both the end user and the service and maintenance engineer are
responsible for regular maintenance. They will need to establish clear
agreements on this.
Note
If the appliance is not regularly maintained, the warranty will become void.
1.6Forms of notation
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Note
Important information.
Caution
Ignoring this information can lead to the appliance being damaged.
Warning
Failure to carefully read this information may lead to personal injury and
serious damage to the appliance.
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1.7Overview of this
The table provides an overview of the contents of this document.
document
Contents of this document
ChapterTarget groupsDescription
Working principle of the
appliance
InstallationThis chapter describes the installation activity to be
FillingThis chapter describes how to fill the appliance.
DrainingThis chapter describes how to drain the appliance.
The control panelThis chapter describes the general operation of the
Status of the applianceThis chapter describes the status (mode or condition) that
Starting and runningThis chapter describes how to start the appliance running.
Shutting downThis chapter describes how to shut the appliance down for
This chapter describes how the appliance functions.
completed before you actually start up the appliance.
appliance and explains how to use the control panel.
the appliance may have, and possible actions to take.
The general heating cycle of the appliance is also
described.
a brief or long period of time.
TroubleshootingThis chapter is mainly intended for the installation
engineer and the service and maintenance engineer. It
describes appliance errors. A table is included stating
potential symptoms, causes and solutions. End users
may also refer to this chapter for additional information
about the appliance.
Performing maintenanceThis chapter sets out the maintenance tasks to be carried
out during a service.
Warranty (certificate)This chapter states the warranty terms and conditions.
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2Working principle of
the appliance
2.1Introduction
2.2General working
principle of the
appliance
Legend
Only applicable numbers are
mentioned.
2. hot water outlet
6. control panel
8. combustion chamber
9. anode
10. tank
11. heat exchanger
12. inspection and cleaning opening
14. cold water inlet
15. drain valve
16. gas control
20. spark igniter
21. flame probe
22. chimney pipe
24. insulation layer
33. draught diverter
34. flue gas sensor
35. radiation shield/condensation
tray
36. bar burners/burner tray
37. flue gas thermostat
38. safety thermostat sensor
39. high-limit thermostat sensor
40. burner control
41. control thermostat
42. high-limit thermostat
43. safety thermostat
44. frost thermostat
45. control thermostat sensor
46. frost thermostat sensor
Topics covered in this chapter:
•General working principle of the appliance;
•The appliance's heating cycle;
•Protection for the appliance;
•Safety of the installation.
The figure shows a cut-away view of the appliance.
Cut-away view of the appliance
22
33
9
11
37
34
24
10
12
15
8
35
16
38
39
40
2
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42
43
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In this appliance, the cold water enters the bottom of the tank through the cold
water inlet (14). The heat of combustion is conducted to the water by the
combustion chamber (8) and heat exchanger (11). The heated tap water leaves
the tank through the hot water outlet (2). Once the appliance is completely filled
with water, it will constantly be under mains water pressure. When hot water is
drawn from the appliance, it is immediately replenished with cold water.
The gas required for combustion flows via the gas control (16) into the manifold.
Orifices are mounted in the manifold. The gas is injected into the burner bars at
pressure from these orifices (36). The burner bars together form the burner tray.
The injection of gas into the burner bars also draws in the primary air required
for combustion. The narrow opening in the orifice causes the gas flow to
accelerate. This in turn causes a partial vacuum. It is this partial vacuum that
draws in the air (the Venturi effect). Additional air is drawn in through the
opening in the burner tray.
The hot surface igniter (20) ensures ignition of the gas/air mixture.
The flue gases released by this combustion are led through the flue tubes (part
of 11). Flue baffles (part of 11) are mounted in the flue tubes. These retard the
flow of the flue gases, thereby increasing the thermal efficiency of the appliance.
The flue gases are vented from the appliance via the draught diverter (33).
A radiation shield/condensation tray (35) is mounted below the burner tray. This
prevents overheating of the floor area below the appliance, as well as serving
as a collection tray for condensation water.
The insulation layer (24) prevents heat loss. The inside of the tank is enamelled
to protect against corrosion. The anodes (9) offer extra protection.
2.3The appliance's
heating cycle
2.4Protection for the
appliance
2.4.1Introduction
The entire appliance is controlled by the burner control (40) and the control
thermostat (41) or frost thermostat (44). The control thermostat and frost
thermostat both independently measure the water temperature (T
appliance's heating cycle is activated as soon as T
value (T
appliance (8.2 "Operating modes"). When the appliance is in OFF mode (frost
protection), this value is determined by the frost thermostat (threshold value =
20°C). When the appliance is in ’ON mode’, the threshold value can be set via
the control thermostat (±40°C - ±70°C).
As soon as T
close, and the burner control will register demand. The gas control (16) is
opened, and the gas is mixed with air. This mixture is ignited by the hot surface
igniter (20) and the water is heated. As soon as T
thermostat opens again. The demand will cease, and the burner control will stop
the heating cycle.
The thermostats have a certain margin both when closing and opening. We refer
to this margin as the hysteresis. The hysteresis cannot be adjusted.
The burner control monitors the water temperature by means of thermostats
and ensures safe combustion. This takes place using:
•the Water temperature protection;
•the Flue gas backflow safeguard;
•the Flame probe.
). The value of T
set
falls below T
water
depends on the selected mode of the
set
, the relevant thermostat (control or frost) will
set
falls below the threshold
water
gets higher than T
water
water
). The
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2.4.2Water temperature protection
By means of the frost, high-limit and safety thermostats, the burner control
monitors three temperatures that are important for safety. The table explains the
working principle of the thermostats with sensors.
Temperature protection
ProtectionDescription
Frost thermostatWhen the frost thermostat sensor (46) measures a temperature of 20°C or
High-limit thermostatWhen the high-limit thermostat sensor (39) measures a temperature higher
Safety thermostatWhen the safety thermostat sensor (38) measures a temperature higher than
2.4.3Flue gas backflow safeguard
less, the heating cycle (2.3 "The appliance's heating cycle") will start.
than 84°C, the high-limit thermostat will open. The heat demand is terminated
and the burner control halts the heating cycle until the high-limit thermostats
close once more. At that moment the burner control will reset the appliance and
the heating cycle will restart. The high-limit safeguard serves to prevent
overheating and/or excessive formation of scale in the appliance.
93°C, the safety thermostat will open. The heat demand is terminated and the
burner control will immediately halt the heating cycle. The burner control will go
into a lockout error state. This must be manually reset before the appliance can
resume operation.
The flue gases are discharged to the outside via the draught diverter (33) and
the flue (22). To prevent the flue gases from flowing back into the boiler room,
the discharge ducting is monitored by a feature called the Thermal Reflux
Safeguard (TRS). This uses a flue gas thermostat (37) with a flue gas
thermostat sensor (34) that are located in the draught diverter. Under normal
circumstances this sensor will register the ambient temperature.
However, if the chimney is not drawing sufficiently (for example, due to a
blockage in the chimney), the flue gases will 'reflux' and flow back past the flue
gas thermostat sensor. The sensor will then detect an excessive temperature
and the flue gas thermostat will open. The demand will cease, and the burner
control will immediately stop the heating cycle. The flue gas thermostat will also
lock out. It must be manually reset before the appliance can resume operation .
2.4.4Flame probe
To ensure that no gas can flow when there is no combustion, the water heater
is fitted with a flame probe (21). The burner control uses the ionisation-detecting
properties of this probe for flame detection. The burner control closes the gas
valve the instant it determines that there is a gas flow but no flame is present.
2.5Safety of the
installation
In addition to the appliance's standard built-in safety monitoring, the appliance
must also be protected by an expansion vessel, expansion valve, pressure
reducing valve, non-return valve and a T&P valve.
The use of an expansion vessel, expansion valve and/or pressure reducing
valve depends on the type of installation: unvented or vented.
2.5.1Inlet combination and pressure-reducing valve
In addition to the appliance's standard built-in safety monitoring, the appliance
must also be protected by an expansion vessel, expansion valve, pressure
reducing valve, non-return valve and a T&P valve.
The use of an expansion vessel, expansion valve and/or pressure reducing
valve depends on the type of installation: unvented or vented.
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2.5.2Unvented installation
With an unvented installation, an expansion valve valve and expansion vessel
prevent the buildup of excessive pressure in the tank. This prevents damage
being caused to the enamelled coating (in the appliance) or to the tank. A nonreturn valve prevents excessive pressure buildup in the water supply system.
This valve also prevents water from flowing backwards from the tank into the
cold water supply system. The pressure reducing valve protects the installation
against an excessively high water supply pressure (> 8 bar). These components
are fitted to the cold water pipe (3.6 "Water connections, Vented").
2.5.3Vented installation
With vented installation, excess pressure is taken up by the open cold water
head tank. The head height of the tank determines the working pressure in the
water heater, which may not exceed 8 bar. The installation must also be fitted
with a vent pipe from the hot water pipe (3.6.3 "Hot water side"), which opens
into the cold water tank.
2.5.4T&P valve
A T&P valve is only mandatory in an unvented installation. However, A.O. Smith
also recommends the use of a T&P valve in vented installations.
A T&P (Temperature and Pressure Relief) valve monitors the pressure in the
tank and the water temperature at the top of the tank. If the pressure in the tank
becomes excessive (> 10 bar) or the water temperature is too high (> 97°C), the
valve will open. The hot water can now flow out of the tank. Because the
appliance is under water supply pressure, cold water will automatically flow into
the tank. The valve remains open until the unsafe situation has been rectified.
The appliance is fitted standard with a connecting point for a T&P
valve (3.7.3 "Hot water side").
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3Installation
Warning
Installation work should be carried out by an approved installation engineer
in compliance with the general and local regulations imposed by the gas, water
and power supply companies and the fire service.
The appliance may only be installed in a room that complies with the
requirements stated in national and local ventilation
regulations (1.3 "Regulations").
3.1Introduction
3.2Packaging
3.3Ambient conditions
This chapter describes the installation activities to be carried out before the
appliance may be started up (9 "Starting and running"), in particular:
•Packaging;
•Ambient conditions;
•Technical specifications;
•Water connections, Vented;
•Water connections, Vented;
•Gas connection;
•Chimney flue;
•Electrical connection;
•Checking the supply pressure and burner pressure.
For a possible conversion to a different gas category, see
conversion (4 "Conversion to a different gas category").
To avoid damaging the appliance, remove the packaging carefully.
We recommend unpacking the appliance at or near its intended location.
Caution
The appliance may only be manoeuvred in an upright position. Take care
that the appliance is not damaged after unpacking.
Caution
The appliance may not be used in rooms where chemical substances are
stored or used, due to the risk of explosion and/or corrosion of the appliance.
Some propellants, bleaching agents, degreasing agents etc. disperse vapours
which are explosive and/or which cause accelerated corrosion. If the appliance
is used in a room in which such substances are present, the warranty will be
void.
ADM appliances are open appliances and may only be installed in an open
boiler room. Their type is B
3.3.1Air humidity and ambient temperature
The boiler room must be frost-free, or be protected against frost. The table
shows the environmental conditions that must be adhered to for correct
functioning of the electronics present in the appliance to be guaranteed.
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Air humidity and ambient temperature specifications
Air humidity and ambient temperature
Air humiditymax. 93% RV at +25°C
Ambient temperatureFunctional: 0 <
3.3.2Maximum floor load
In connection with the appliance's weight, take account of the maximum floor
loading, refer to the table.
Weight of the appliance filled with water
ADM 40ADM 50ADM 60ADM 80ADM 90ADM 115ADM 135
504 kg578 kg507 kg573 kg522 kg523 kg581 kg
3.3.3Water composition
The appliance is intended for heating drinking water. The drinking water must
comply with the regulations governing drinking water for human consumption.
The table gives an overview of the specifications.
Water specifications
T < 60°C
Water composition
Hardness
(alkaline earth ions)
Conductivity> 125 µS/cm
Acidity (pH value)7.0 < pH value < 9.5
Note
If the water specifications deviate from those stated in the table, then the
tank protection cannot be guaranteed (13 "Warranty (certificate)").
3.3.4Working clearances
For access to the appliance, it is recommended that the following clearances
are observed (see figure):
•AA: around the appliance's control column and cleaning openings: 100 cm.
•BB: all sides of the appliance: 50 cm.
•Above the appliance (room to replace the anodes):
-100 cm if using fixed anodes, or
-50 cm if using flexible anodes.
If the available clearance is less than 100 cm, flexible magnesium anodes
may be ordered.
> 1.00 mmol/l:
•German hardness> 5.6° dH
•French hardness > 10.0° fH
•English hardness > 7.0° eH
Note
When installing the appliance, be aware that any leakage from the tank
and/or connections can cause damage to the immediate environment or floors
below the level of the boiler room. If this is the case, the appliance should be
installed above a wastewater drain or in a suitable metal leak tray.
The leak tray must have an appropriate wastewater drain and must be at least
5cm deep with a length and width at least 5cm greater than the diameter of the
appliance.
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A
Working clearances
A
A
A
B
A
A
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3.4Technical
specifications
The appliance is supplied without accessories. Check the
dimensions (3.4.1 "Dimensions of the appliance"), gas data (3.4.3 "Gas data")
and other specifications (3.4.2 "General and electrical specifications") of any
accessories you plan to use.
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3.4.1Dimensions of the appliance
Plan and elevation of the appliance
Legend
See the table.
F
10º
E
37º45º
G
H
D
2
5
A
B
M
6
4
3
R
K
6
1
P
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Dimensions (all measurements in mm unless otherwise indicated)
Dime
nsion
DescriptionADM40ADM50ADM60ADM80ADM90ADM
115
ADM
135
ATotal height 1900210019002100200020852085
BHeight of top of appliance 1760196017601960179518701870
DAppliance diameter 710710710710710710710
EDepth 800800800800800800800
FWidth 1100110011001100110511051105
GDiameter of chimney flue 150150180180225225225
HHeart appliance / Heart chimney
660660660660675675675
flue
JHeight of chimney flue 1840204018402040193520102010
KHeight of gas connection 400400400400400400205
MHeight of cold water supply 565565565565575650650
NHeight of hot water outlet 1605181016051810164017151715
PHeight of cleaning opening 730730730730740825855
RHeight of drain valve connection500515500515525600595
SHeight of T&P valve connection1550176015501760159516601660
(*) Based on 1013.25 mbar and 15 °C.
(†) If using a blank plate instead of a burner pressure regulator, it is assumed that the burner pressure is equal to
the supply pressure. In practice, however, the burner pressure will be lower.
2H3+
(*)
(†)
(*)
(†)
(*)
UnitADM40ADM50ADM60ADM80ADM90ADM
115
1, 2 or 32222222
m3/h4.05.46.37.99.412.113.7
1, 2 or 31111113
mbar-------
kg/h3.04.05.05.97.09.010.1
mbar-------
kg/h2.73.74.55.66.48.19.3
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3.5Installation diagram
3.5.1Installation
Legend
Only applicable numbers are
mentioned.
1. pressure reducing valve
(mandatory)
3. T&P valve (mandatory)
4. stop valve (recommended)
5. non-return valve (mandatory)
6. circulation pump (optional)
7. top to bottom circulation pump
(optional)
9. drain valve
10. manual gas valve (mandatory)
11. service stop valve (mandatory)
12. temperature gauge
(recommended)
14. hot water draw-off points
15. expansion valve (mandatory)
16. expansion vessel (mandatory)
17. 3-way aeration valve
(recommended)
18. water tank
19. float valve
A. cold water supply
B. hot water supply
C. circulation pipe
D. gas supply
E. overflow pipe
H. overflow pipe
This figure shows the installation diagram. This diagram is used in the sections
in which the actual connection process is described.
Installation diagram
UNVENTED
4
6
5
4
C
9
D
10
VENTED
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B
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7
5
4
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7
5
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14
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C
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3.6Water connections,
Vented
3.6.1Cold water side
3.6.2Recirculation pipe
3.6.3Hot water side
Warning
The installation should be carried out by an authorised installation engineer,
in compliance with general and local regulations (1.3 "Regulations").
See (A) in the installation diagram (3.5 "Installation diagram").
1. Fit an approved stop valve (4) on the cold water side between the cold water
head tank (18) and the appliance, as required by
regulations (1.3 "Regulations").
You can install a top to bottom circulation pump to prevent water stacking in the
boiler.
1. Optional: depending on the draw-off pattern, fit a recirculation pipe (Ø 22
mm), a stop valve (11) and a top to bottom circulation pump (7).
2. Fit a non-return valve (5).
3. Fit a stop valve (11).
See (B) in the installation diagram (3.5 "Installation diagram").
Note
Insulating long hot water pipes prevents unnecessary energy loss.
1. Fit the T&P valve (3).
2. Optional: fit a temperature gauge (12) so you can check the temperature of
the tap water.
3. Fit a stop valve (4) in the hot water outlet pipe, for use when servicing.
4. If a circulation pipe is required, continue further by installing the circulation
pipe (3.6.5 "Circulation pipe").
3.6.4Drain valve
1. Fit the standard drain valve (9) supplied with the appliance.
2. If applicable, fit a circulation pipe (3.6.5 "Circulation pipe").
If not, fit the blind threaded plug and gasket (C) supplied with the drain valve,
as shown in the figure.
C
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3.6.5Circulation pipe
See (C) in the installation diagram (3.5 "Installation diagram").
If an immediate flow of hot water is required at draw-off points, a circulation
pump can be installed. This improves comfort and reduces water wastage.
1. Fit a circulation pump (6) of the correct capacity for the length and resistance
of the circulation system.
2. Fit a non-return valve (5) behind the circulation pump to guarantee the
direction of circulation.
3. Fit two stop valves for service purposes (4).
4. Connect the circulation pipe to the T-piece at the drain valve (9) as shown in
the drain valve figure (3.6.4 "Drain valve").
3.7Water connections,
Unvented
3.7.1Cold water side
3.7.2Recirculation pipe
3.7.3Hot water side
Warning
The installation should be carried out by an authorised installation engineer,
in compliance with general and local regulations (1.3 "Regulations").
See (A) in the installation diagram (3.5 "Installation diagram").
1. Fit an approved stop valve (4) on the cold water side as required by
applicable regulations (1.3 "Regulations").
2. The maximum working pressure of the appliance is 8 bar. Because the
pressure in the water pipe at times can exceed 8 bar, you must fit an
approved pressure-reducing valve (1).
3. Fit a non-return valve (5) and an expansion vessel (16).
4. Fit an expansion valve (15) and connect the overflow side to an open
wastewater pipe.
You can install a top to bottom circulation pump to prevent water stacking in the
boiler.
1. Optional: depending on the draw-off pattern, fit a recirculation pipe (Ø 22
mm), a stop valve (11) and a top to bottom circulation pump (7).
2. Fit a non-return valve (5).
3. Fit a stop valve (11).
See (B) in the installation diagram (3.5 "Installation diagram").
Note
Insulating long hot water pipes will prevent unnecessary energy loss.
1. Optional: fit a temperature gauge (12) so you can check the temperature of
the tap water.
2. Fit the T&P valve (3).
3. Fit a stop valve (11) in the hot water outlet pipe for servicing.
3.7.4Drain valve
1. Fit the standard drain valve (9) supplied with the appliance.
2. If applicable, fit a circulation pipe (3.6.5 "Circulation pipe").
If not, fit the blind threaded plug and gasket (C) supplied with the drain valve,
as shown in the figure.
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3.7.5Circulation pipe
See (C) in the installation diagram (3.5 "Installation diagram").
If an immediate flow of hot water is required at draw-off points, a circulation
pump can be installed. This improves comfort and reduces water wastage.
1. Fit a circulation pump (6) of the correct capacity for the length and resistance
of the circulation system.
2. Fit a non-return valve (5) behind the circulation pump to guarantee the
direction of circulation.
3. Fit two stop valves for service purposes (4).
4. Connect the circulation pipe to the T-piece at the drain valve (9) as shown in
the drain valve figure (3.6.4 "Drain valve").
3.8Gas connection
Warning
The installation should be carried out by an authorised installation engineer,
in compliance with general and local regulations (1.3 "Regulations").
Caution
Make sure that the diameter and length of the gas supply pipe are large
enough to supply sufficient capacity to the appliance.
See (D) in the installation diagram (3.5 "Installation diagram").
1. Fit a manual gas valve (10) in the gas supply pipe.
2. Blow the gas pipe clean before use.
3. Close the manual gas valve.
4. Fit the gas supply pipe to the gas control.
Warning
After fitting, check for leaks.
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3.9Chimney flue
3.9.1Introduction
3.9.2Fitting the draught diverter
Legend
1 support bracket
2 holes to attach support bracket
3 screws for support bracket
4 holes to attach draught diverter
5 sealing ring
6 screws for draught diverter
7 45° bend
8 chimney pipe
Warning
The installation should be carried out by an authorised installation engineer,
in compliance with general and local regulations (1.3 "Regulations").
The separately-supplied draught diverter must be used when connecting the
appliance to the chimney flue. The standard flue gas thermostat and sensor that
are supplied must be fitted in the draught diverter.
The draught diverter can be positioned according to preference. Once it is
positioned, the draught diverter is secured to the top of the appliance using two
screws (6), while it is also supported on a mounting bracket (1) attached to the
side of the appliance. The mounting bracket parts can be found in the plastic
bag attached behind the control column. The assembly procedure is as follows:
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1. Take the mounting bracket out of the bag.
2. Fit the mounting bracket (1) in such a way that it properly supports the
draught diverter.
3. Drill two holes (2) (3.2 mm bit) for the mounting bracket screws.
4. Screw the mounting bracket tightly to the appliance.
5. Place the draught diverter in the mounting bracket, and mark the centres for
the two holes (4) to be drilled in the top side of the appliance. Remove the
draught diverter from the appliance.
6. Now drill two holes (4) into the top of the appliance (3.2 mm bit).
7. Place the sealing ring (5) on the appliance.
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8. Screw the draught diverter tightly in place.
9. Fit:
-a 45° bend (7) onto the outlet of the draught diverter, followed by:
-a corrosion-resistant vertical chimney pipe (8) of at least 0.5 metres in
length,
-the remaining flue components.
Note
Use flue gas discharge materials that comply with the
regulations (1.3 "Regulations").
Note
Make sure that the chimney discharges into an area approved for this type
of appliance.
3.9.3Flue gas thermostat assembly
At the top of the control column there is a plastic bag containing the flue gas
thermostat with the sensor plus the associated fastenings. The cable from the
sensor has already been connected to the control column. The
thermostat/bracket and sensor have yet to be fitted inside the draught diverter.
Legend
1 bracket
2 sensor
3 attachment brackets
4 cable
Warning
If the flue gas thermostat is not (or is incorrectly) fitted/connected, the flue
gas discharge will not be protected. An incorrectly fitted chimney can cause flue
gases to backflow into the boiler room.
Flue gas safety
1
2
3
4
1. Fit the flue gas thermostat as follows:
2. Take the bracket (1) and flue gas sensor (2) from the packaging.
3. Place the bracket in de draught diverter and screw the bracket and the
sensor firmly in place.
4. Bend the cable clips (3) around the flue gas thermostat lead (4).
5. Screw the cable clips (3) tightly into the draught diverter and the appliance.
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Warning
The installation should be carried out by an authorised installation engineer,
in compliance with general and local regulations (1.3 "Regulations").
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A. screws
B. protective cap
C. connector block
3.10.1Preparations
Caution
The appliance is phase-sensitive. It is absolutely essential to connect the
mains live (L) to the live of the appliance, and the mains neutral (N) to the neutral
of the appliance.
Caution
There must also be no potential difference between neutral (N) and earth
( ). If this is the case, then an isolating transformer must be applied in the
supply circuit .
For more information or to order an isolating transformer, please contact A.O.
Smith Water Products Company.
The figure shows a view of the electrical connector block, and the table shows
the appropriate connections.
Connector block
B
1
C
6
A
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1. In preparation, first remove the protective cover from the control column:
2. Undo the 4 screws (A).
3. Remove the protective cover (B) from the electrical part.
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The connector block (C) is now visible.
Note
Please consult (14.2 "Electrical Diagrams ADM") the appropriate electrical
diagram for details of the connections of the electrical components.
Terminal block
Mains voltageFlue Gas ThermostatUnused
L
1
123456
3.10.2Connecting the mains power
The appliance is supplied without a power cable and isolator.
Note
In order to receive electrical power, the appliance has to be connected to the
mains power by means of a permanent electrical connection. A double-pole
isolator with a contact gap of at least 3 mm must be fitted between this
permanent connection and the appliance. The power cable must have cores of
at least 3 x 1.0 mm2.
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3.11 Checking the supply
pressure and burner
pressure
Warning
Leave the appliance isolated until you are ready to start it up.
1. Feed the power cable through the metric strain relief to the top side of the
control column.
2. Connect the earth ( ), live (L
terminals 1 through 3 in the connector block as stated in the table.
3. Turn the strain relief tight to clamp the lead.
4. If you do not need to make any more connections, fit the protective cover
onto the control column.
5. Connect the power cable to the isolator.
Note
Before starting the appliance and/or checking the supply pressure and
burner pressure, you must fill (5 "Filling") the appliance.
Caution
Before starting up for the first time or after conversion, you must always
check the supply pressure and burner pressure.
Note
The easiest way to check the gas pressures is by using two pressure
gauges. This procedure assumes that these two gauges are available.
) and neutral (N) of the power cable to
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Legend
Only applicable numbers are
mentioned.
1. burner pressure regulator
2. burner pressure regulator cap
3. burner pressure regulator
adjustment screw
4. gas control connector
5. blank plate
6. supply pressure test nipple
7. gas control
8. manifold test nipple
Gas control for ADM 40 through 115
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Legend
Only applicable numbers are
mentioned.
1. burner pressure regulator
2. burner pressure regulator cap
3. burner pressure regulator
adjustment screw
6. supply pressure test nipple
7. gas control
8. manifold test nipple
9. high-low control
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3.11.1Preparations
1. Isolate the appliance from the power supply (10.3 "Isolating the appliance
from the mains").
2. There are two test nipples on the gas control. Test nipple (6) is used to check
the supply pressure. The other test nipple on the gas control is not used. The
manifold test nipple (8) is used to measure the burner pressure.
Sealing screws are located inside the test nipples. Loosen both sealing
screws by a few turns. Do not completely loosen them; they can be difficult
to re-tighten.
3. Connect a pressure gauge to the manifold test nipple (8).
4. Open the gas supply and bleed the air from the mains gas supply via test
nipple (6).
5. Connect a pressure gauge to the manifold test nipple (6) when gas starts to
flow from this nipple.
6. Switch on the power to the appliance using the isolator on the appliance.
7. Set the control thermostat to the maximum temperature and start the
appliance running by setting the ON/OFF switch to position I.
8. The heating cycle will start, and after a short time the burner tray will ignite.
9. After the burner tray has ignited, wait approximately 1 minute before reading
the dynamic pressures.
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10. Use the pressure gauge to read the supply pressure at test nipple (6). Refer
to the gas data table (3.4.3 "Gas data").
Note
Consult the mains gas supply company if the supply pressure is not correct.
11. Use the pressure gauge to read the burner pressure at nipple (8). Refer to
the gas data table (3.4.3 "Gas data").
Note
If the burner pressure is not correct and the appliance is fitted with a blank
plate or high-low control, you will not be able to adjust the pressure. In this
case, consult your installation engineer or supplier. If the appliance is indeed
fitted with a burner pressure regulator, the pressure can be
adjusted (3.11.2 "Adjusting the pressure").
3.11.2Adjusting the pressure
1. Remove the cap (2) from the burner pressure regulator.
2. Depending on the correction required, correct the burner pressure by turning
adjustment screw (3):
3. Cover the opening of the adjusting screw and check the burner pressure
against the value given in thegas data table (3.4.3 "Gas data").
4. If the pressure reading is not correct, repeat the burner pressure adjustment
until the correct pressure is reached.
5. Fit the cap (2) back on the burner pressure regulator.
3.11.3Finalising
1. Shut off the gas supply.
2. Disconnect the two pressure gauges and retighten the sealing screws in the
test nipples.
3. Replace the cover.
Note
Before starting-up the appliance, take time to fill in the warranty card
supplied with the appliance. This enables us to guarantee the quality of our
systems, and to further enhance our warranty procedure.
Please return this card as soon as possible. Your customer will then receive a
warranty certificate with our warranty conditions.
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4Conversion to a
different gas category
Caution
The conversion may only by carried out by an authorised installation
engineer.
If the appliance must operate on a family of gases (LP gas or natural gas) or
other gas category than that for which the appliance has been set at the
factory, the appliance will have be adapted using a special conversion kit.
Caution
You must check the supply pressure and burner pressure once the
conversion is complete.
This chapter covers the following:
•Conversion to different category ADM 40 through 115.
•Conversion from natural gas to LP gas.
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1. cover plate
2. retaining strips
3. orifice with stamped figures
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2
4.1Conversion to
different category
ADM 40 through 115
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1. Isolate the appliance from the power supply (10.3 "Isolating the appliance
from the mains").
2. Shut off the gas supply.
Caution
The burner can be hot.
3. Unscrew the cover plate (1) from the burner support.
4. Use a suitable tool to remove the retaining strips (2). Note that the retaining
strips have very sharp edges. Withdraw the retaining strips straight upwards.
Note
The radiation shield / condensation tray can be temporarily loosened to
simplify disassembly of the burner.
5. Remove the burners one by one from their brackets at the front. To do this,
you first move them away from you and then downwards. The orifices will
now be accessible
6. Remove the orifices.
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Legend
Only applicable numbers are
mentioned.
1. burner pressure regulator
4. gas control connector
5. blank plate
6. supply pressure test nipple
7. gas control
7. Select and fit the correct orifices from the conversion kit, based on the gas
data table (3.4.3 "Gas data"). The orifice diameter is stamped on the orifice
itself, see (3).
8. Re-fit the burners back in their original position.
9. Re-fit the retaining strips.
10. If the radiation shield / condensation tray was loosened, re-fasten it.
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11. Check whether there is a burner pressure regulator (1) attached to the gas
control, or simply a blank plate (5).
Note
If the supply pressure for a gas category is the same as the burner pressure
(see the gas data table (3.4.3 "Gas data")) then the gas control must be fitted
with a blank plate with cork gasket. A burner pressure that deviates in
comparison to the supply pressure requires the use of a burner pressure
regulator with rubber gasket. Each conversion kit contains all the necessary
components.
12. If the blank plate or burner pressure regulator need to be replaced:
-Unscrew the connector (4) of the gas control.
-If necessary, remove the blank plate or burner pressure regulator (5)
or burner pressure regulator (1).
-If necessary, fit the blank plate or burner pressure regulator supplied
with the conversion kit.
-Fit the connector (4) of the gas control.
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different gas
category ADM 135
4.2.1Introduction
Legend
Only applicable numbers are
mentioned.
1. burner pressure regulator
7. gas control
9. high-low control
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13. Check the supply pressure and burner pressure (3.11 "Checking the supply
pressure and burner pressure").
14. Remove the sticker showing the new gas category from the conversion kit,
and attach it below the appliance's rating plate. This clearly indicates that the
appliance may no longer be run on the gas for which it was originally
supplied.
15. Start the appliance (9 "Starting and running").
This paragraph describes:
•Conversion from LP gas to natural gas
•Conversion from natural gas to LP gas
Conversion of gas control
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Legend
Only applicable numbers are
mentioned.
4. timers
5. bracket
6. 6-contact terminal strip
7. strain relief
8. 9-contact terminal strip
9. metric strain relief
10. high-low control lead
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1. Carry out (4.1 "Conversion to different category ADM 40 through 115") steps
1 through 10 .
2. Detach the high-low control (9).
3. Fit the burner pressure regulator (1) including the sealing gasket from the
conversion kit. Attach the burner pressure regulator to the gas control using
the two small screws supplied (7).
4. Detach the leads between the 6contact terminal strip(6) and the 9contact
terminal strip (8). These are the leads for the timers, high-low control, gas
control, hot surface igniter and flame probe.
5. Remove the timers (4), bracket (5), wiring harness (not shown) and 9contact
terminal strip.
6. Turn the metric strain relief (9) with the high-low control lead (10) to loosen
it. Remove this lead.
7. Fit the stop plug from the conversion set in the place of the metric strain
relief.
8. Connect the cables of the gas control, the hot surface igniter and flame
probe to the 6contact terminal strip as indicated in the electrical
diagram (14.2 "Electrical Diagrams ADM").
9. Clamp the gas control cable in one of the supplied strain reliefs (7). Do the
same for the leads of the hot surface igniter and flame probe.
10. Check the supply pressure and burner pressure (3.11 "Checking the supply
pressure and burner pressure").
11. Remove the sticker showing the new gas category from the conversion kit,
and attach it below the appliance's rating plate. This clearly indicates that the
appliance may no longer be run on the gas for which it was originally
supplied.
12. Start the appliance (9 "Starting and running").
4.2.3Conversion from natural gas to LP gas
1. Carry out steps 1 through 10 (4.1 "Conversion to different category ADM 40
through 115").
2. Detach the burner pressure regulator (1).
3. Fit the high-low controller (9) including the sealing gasket from the
conversion set. Attach the high-low control to the gas control using two small
screws.
4. Detach the leads from the gas control, the hot surface igniter and the flame
probe to the 6contact connector strip (6) and the strain relief (7).
5. Fit the timers (4) including cable harness plus 9contact terminal strip (6)
from the conversion kit to the control column.
6. Remove the stop plug (not shown) from the underside of the control column
and replace this with the metric strain relief (9) from the conversion kit.
7. Draw the high-low control lead (10) through the strain relief and tighten the
strain relief by turning it until the lead is clamped.
8. Connect the high-low control lead (10) plug to the high-low control (9).
9. Connect the cables from the timers, highlow control, gas control and the hot
surface igniter as shown in the electrical diagram (14.2 "Electrical Diagrams
ADM").
10. Check the supply pressure and burner pressure (3.11 "Checking the supply
pressure and burner pressure").
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11. Remove the sticker showing the new gas category from the conversion kit,
and attach it below the appliance's rating plate. This clearly indicates that the
appliance may no longer be run on the gas for which it was originally
supplied.
12. Start the appliance (9 "Starting and running").
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Legend
Only applicable numbers are
mentioned.
1. pressure reducing valve
(mandatory)
3. T&P valve (mandatory)
4. stop valve (recommended)
5. non-return valve (mandatory)
6. circulation pump (optional)
7. top to bottom circulation pump
(optional)
9. drain valve
10. manual gas valve (mandatory)
11. service stop valve (mandatory)
12. temperature gauge
(recommended)
14. hot water draw-off points
15. expansion valve (mandatory)
16. expansion vessel (mandatory)
17. 3-way aeration valve
(recommended)
18. water tank
19. float valve
A. cold water supply
B. hot water supply
C. circulation pipe
D. gas supply
E. overflow pipe
H. overflow pipe
Installation diagram
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5.1Filling unvented
installations
5.2Filling vented
installations
To fill the appliance, proceed as follows:
1. Open the stop valve (11) in the hot water pipe and, if present, the stop valves
(4) for the circulation pump (6).
2. Close the drain valve (9).
3. Open the nearest hot water draw-off point (14).
4. Open the stop valve (4) on the cold water side (A) so that cold water flows
into the appliance.
5. Completely fill the appliance. When a full water jet flows from the nearest
draw-off point, the appliance is full.
6. Bleed the entire installation of air, for example by opening all draw-off points.
7. The appliance is now under water supply pressure. There should be no
water coming out of the expansion valve (15), nor the T&P valve (3). If this
does happen, the cause might be:
-The water supply pressure is greater than the specified 8 bar.
Rectify this by fitting a pressure reducing valve (1).
-The expansion valve in the protected cold supply setup is defective or
incorrectly fitted.
To fill the appliance, proceed as follows:
1. Open the stop valve (11) in the hot water pipe and, if present, the stop valves
(4) for the circulation pump (6).
2. Close the drain valve (9).
3. Open the nearest hot water draw-off point (14).
4. Open the stop valve (4) on the cold water side (A) so that cold water flows
into the appliance.
5. Completely fill the appliance. When a full water jet flows from the nearest
draw-off point, the appliance is full.
6. Bleed the entire installation of air, for example by opening all draw-off points.
7. The appliance is now under water supply pressure. There should be no
water coming out of the T&P valve (3). If this does happen, the T&P valve
might be defective or incorrectly fitted.
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Only applicable numbers are
mentioned.
1. pressure reducing valve
(mandatory)
3. T&P valve (mandatory)
4. stop valve (recommended)
5. non-return valve (mandatory)
6. circulation pump (optional)
7. top to bottom circulation pump
(optional)
9. drain valve
10. manual gas valve (mandatory)
11. service stop valve (mandatory)
12. temperature gauge
(recommended)
14. hot water draw-off points
15. expansion valve (mandatory)
16. expansion vessel (mandatory)
17. 3-way aeration valve
(recommended)
18. water tank
19. float valve
A. cold water supply
B. hot water supply
C. circulation pipe
D. gas supply
E. overflow pipe
H. overflow pipe
Installation diagram
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6.1Draining unvented
installations
Some service activities require the appliance to be drained. The procedure is as
follows:
1. Shut down the appliance by setting the ON/OFF switch on the control panel
to position 0.
2. Isolate the water heater from the power supply by putting the isolator
between the appliance and the mains power supply to position 0.
3. Shut off the gas supply (10).
4. Close the stop valve (11) in the hot water pipe.
5. Close the supply valve of the cold water supply (A).
6. Open the drain valve (9).
7. Bleed the appliance (or installation) so that it drains completely.
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installations
Some service activities require the appliance to be drained. The procedure is as
follows:
1. Shut down the appliance by setting the ON/OFF switch on the control panel
to position 0.
2. Isolate the water heater from the power supply by putting the isolator
between the appliance and the mains power supply to position 0.
3. Shut off the gas supply (10).
4. Close the stop valve (11) in the hot water pipe.
5. Close the stop valve (4) between the cold water head tank and the cold
water inlet.
6. Open the drain valve (9).
7. Bleed the appliance (or installation) so that it drains completely.
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7The control panel
7.1Introduction
Topics covered in this chapter, in sequence:
•Control panel
•Explanation of icons
•ON/OFF switch
•Control thermostat
•Burner control reset button
•Flue gas thermostat reset button
7.2Control panel
This figure shows the control panel.
The control panel
Icons and their meaning
NameExplanation
ON/OFF
switch
Temperature
control
Reset buttonReset burner
Power LEDPower indicator
Error LEDBurner control
'ON mode' / 'OFF
mode'
Set water
temperature
(Tset)
control
for burner control
lockout
7.4ON/OFF switch
The ON/OFF switch sets the appliance in ON mode or
OFF mode. In OFF mode the appliance is still
electrically live. This ensures that the frost protection
is active.
The control panel comprises:
•an ON/OFF switch
•a reset button
•a control thermostat with rotary knob
•two status LEDs
7.3Explanation of icons
The table explains the meanings of the icons.
Note
To electrically isolate the appliance, you must use
the isolator between the appliance and the mains
power supply.
7.5Control thermostat
Use the rotary knob of the control thermostat to set the
desired water temperature between ± 40°C and ±
70°C. The range is continuous and is labeled 1
through 4. The table shows the temperatures
coresponding to the numbers on the knob.
Temperature settings
PositionTemperature
1± 40°C
2± 50°C
3± 60°C
4± 70°C
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7.6Burner control reset button
An error can cause the burner control to lock out.
When this happens, the red LED on the control panel
will illuminate. After eliminating the cause of the error,
you can reset the appliance using the reset button.
Note
Before resetting, always eliminate the cause of the
error.
The appliance's error conditions (8.3 "Error
conditions") and how to resolve them are described in
the error condition summary (11 "Troubleshooting").
7.7Flue gas thermostat reset button
A malfunction in the flue gas discharge, e.g. a
blockage in the chimney, can lead to the flue gas
thermostat locking out. This state is evident when the
push button on the flue gas thermostat has been
activated (refer to the figure). Once the cause has
been removed, and the sensor has cooled down
sufficiently, press this push button to reset (if the
sensor is not sufficiently cooled down, the flue gas
thermostat will immediately lock out again). The
appliance will then automatically start up again, if
there is a demand. If this is not the case, please
consult the error condition
summary (11 "Troubleshooting").
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Note
The draught diverter may be hot.
Figure: Flue gas thermostat reset button
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8Status of the
appliance
8.1Introduction
Topics covered in this chapter:
•Operating modes;
•Error conditions;
8.2Operating modes
When running, the appliance has three basic
operating modes, namely:
•ELECTRICALLY ISOLATED
In this mode, the appliance is off and no
components are live. The isolator (switch between
the appliance and the mains power supply) is off.
On the control panel:
-the ON/OFF switch is at position 0;
-the green light is dimmed.
•OFF
In this mode, the frost protection is activated. The
isolator is at position I. On the control panel:
-the ON/OFF switch is at position 0;
-the green light is lit.
•ON
In this mode, the appliance continuously responds
to the heat demand. On the control panel:
-the ON/OFF switch is at position I;
-the water temperature can be set using the
rotary knob of the control
thermostat (7.5 "Control thermostat");
-the green light is lit.
When this happens, the red LED on the control
panel will be illuminated. The burner control is
locked out.
After eliminating the cause, the appliance must be
returned to service by pressing the reset
button (7.6 "Burner control reset button").
•Blocking errors
You can recognise this condition from the fact that
the appliance does not start running even though
the water temperature is lower than the setting that
you have defined using the control
thermostat (7.5 "Control thermostat").
These errors disappear automatically once the
cause of the error has been removed, after which
the appliance resumes operation by itself.
The cause of the error cannot be seen on the control
panel. For a detailed overview of error conditions,
please refer to the error tables (11 "Troubleshooting").
If, as end-user, you find the appliance in an error
condition, you may attempt to restart the appliance by
pressing the reset button once. However, if the error
returns or occurs several times in a short time, you
must contact your service and maintenance engineer.
8.3Error conditions
If the water heater goes into an "error" condition, you
will be unable to draw hot water. The frost protection
will also be out of operation. These error conditions
are divided into three groups:
•Lockout error from the flue gas thermostat
The safety (pushbutton) on the flue gas thermostat
in the draught diverter has been activated. After
removing the cause, the pushbutton (7.6 "Burner
control reset button") must be pressed to restart
the appliance.
•Lockout error from the flue gas thermostat
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9Starting and running
9.1Introduction
Topics covered in this chapter:
•Starting the appliance;
•The appliance's heating cycle.
9.2Starting the appliance
Start the appliance as follows:
1. Fill the appliance (5 "Filling").
2. Open (3.5 "Installation diagram") the manual gas
valve.
3. Switch on the power to the appliance using the
isolator between the appliance and the power
supply.
4. Put the appliance in ON mode by setting the
ON/OFFswitch on the control panel to position I.
5. Using the control thermostat (7.5 "Control
thermostat"), set the desired water temperature.
If there is a heat demand, the appliance will run
through the heating cycle (9.3 "The appliance's
heating cycle").
9.3The appliance's heating cycle
The appliance's heating cycle is activated as soon as
the measured water temperature
the threshold value (T
depends on the currently selected appliance operating
mode. For example, if the appliance is in OFF mode
(frost protection), then this value is 20°C. If the
appliance is in ON mode, for example, then this
threshold value can be selected, e.g. position 3 (±
60°C).
The heating cycle runs successively through the
following states:
1. HEAT DEMAND;
2. WAIT;
3. PRE-GLOW;
4. IGNITION;
5. RUNNING;
6. WAIT.
). This threshold value
set
(Twater
) falls below
The entire cycle is explained in the example below.
Note
The cycle has the same steps when frost
protection is activated.
1. The control thermostat sensor measures the
temperature. The water temperature falls below
the set temperature of (for example) 60°C, causing
the control thermostat to close. The burner control
now detects a demand and starts the heating
cycle.
2. Following demand, the wait period starts. This wait
ensures that the ignition is safe. The wait period
lasts approximately 15 seconds.
3. Once the wait period has elapsed (there is audible
‘clicking’ of the relay in the burner control), the
PRE-GLOW starts.
4. After about 12 seconds (pre)glowing, the gas
control opens and ignition takes place.
5. After ignition, the flame is detected and the
appliance will be running. This means that actual
heating has started.
6. When the water reaches the set temperature, the
demand ceases. The gas control closes and the
burner tray is extinguished. A new wait period of
about 10 seconds starts.
7. At the end of this wait, the appliance enters the idle
state, and waits until the water temperature once
more falls below the set temperature.
With any subsequent heat demand, the heating cycle
will resume from step 1.
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10Shutting down
10.1 Introduction
Topics covered in this chapter:
•Shutting down the appliance for a brief period
(OFF mode);
•Isolating the appliance from the mains;
•Shutting the appliance down for a long period.
10.2 Shutting down the appliance for a brief
period (OFF mode)
To shut the appliance down for a brief period, you must
activate frost protection using the appliance's heating
cycle (2.3 "The appliance's heating cycle").
By using the frost protection, you can prevent water
freezing in the appliance. Frost protection is activated
by setting the ON/OFF switch on the control panel to
position 0.
10.3 Isolating the appliance from the mains
The appliance should only be isolated from mains
power in the correct way. The correct procedure is as
follows:
1. Shut down the appliance by setting the ON/OFF
switch to position 0.
2. Isolate the water heater from the power supply by
putting the isolator between the appliance and the
mains power supply to position 0.
10.4 Shutting the appliance down for a long
period
To shut the appliance down for a longer period, you
must drain the appliance (6 "Draining").
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11Troubleshooting
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Error conditions
This chapter deals with the following problems with the appliance:
•Gas smell.
•Water leakage.
•Explosive ignition.
•Poor flame profile.
•No hot water.
•Insufficient hot water.
If the water heater goes into an "error" condition, you will be unable to draw hot
water. The frost protection will also be out of operation. These error conditions
are divided into three groups:
•Lockout error from the flue gas thermostat
The safety (pushbutton) on the flue gas thermostat in the draught diverter
has been activated. After removing the cause, the pushbutton (7.6 "Burner
control reset button") must be pressed to restart the appliance.
•Lockout error from the flue gas thermostat
When this happens, the red LED on the control panel will be illuminated. The
burner control is locked out.
After eliminating the cause, the appliance must be returned to service by
pressing the reset button (7.6 "Burner control reset button").
•Blocking errors
You can recognise this condition from the fact that the appliance does not
start running even though the water temperature is lower than the setting
that you have defined using the control thermostat (7.5 "Control
thermostat").
These errors disappear automatically once the cause of the error has been
removed, after which the appliance resumes operation by itself.
The following pages provide troubleshooting tables for each type of error.
Note
Footnotes referred to from within any table are shown at the bottom of the
last page of that table.
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Warning
Maintenance may only be performed by a qualified service and maintenance engineer.
General faults and failures
SymptomCausePrecautionsComment
Gas smellGas leak
Warning
Close the main gas valve immediately.
Warning
Do not operate any switches.
Warning
No naked flames.
Warning
Ventilate the boiler room.
Note
Contact your installation engineer or local gas company
immediately.
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Water leakageLeakage from a water
connection (threaded)
Leakage from another
nearby water appliance
or pipe segment
Leakage from the
appliance's tank
CondensationBefore drawing (too much) tap water, wait until the water in the
Explosive ignition
Poor flame profile
Incorrect supply
pressure and/or burner
pressure
Contaminated burnerClean the burner(s) (12.4.2 "Clean the burner(s)")
Contaminated orificeClean the orifice(s) (12.4.3 "Clean the orifice(s)")
Inadequate air supplyImprove the air supply by providing better ventilation in the boiler
Tighten the threaded connectionIf the leak persists, consult your installation engineer
Trace the leak
Consult the supplier and/or manufacturer
boiler has reached the set temperature.
Set the correct supply pressure and/or burner
pressure. (3.11 "Checking the supply pressure and burner
pressure")
room.
If ignition is not improved, consult your installation engineer.
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Warning
Maintenance may only be performed by a qualified service and maintenance engineer.
No hot water
SymptomCausePrecautionsComment
Green LED OFF and
Red LED ON
Green LED ON and
Red LED OFF
SymptomCausePrecautionsComment
Green LED ON and
Red LED ON
No supply voltage
present
Blockage in the flue gas
discharge (the flue gas
thermostat has cut out)
There are three possible causes for this error. In order to determine the cause, you must
cause the error to appear again:
1. Reset the appliance by pressing the reset button 1x
2. If nothing happens, then the reset button has been pressed too often (maximum 5 times
in a single heating cycle). Disconnect the appliance from the mains and then restart it.
SeeIsolating the appliance from the mains and steps 3 through 5 of Starting the
appliance.
3. Decide which type of cause (a) or (b) describes the situation. (see tables below)
1. Check if the isolator is ON.
2. Check whether there is power to the isolator
3. Check whether there is power to the electrical connector block
4. Check whether there is power to the burner control
5. Check fuse in the burner control
The measured voltage must be 230 VAC (-15%, +10%).
1. Trace the blockage
2. Remove the blockage
3. Reset flue gas thermostat (7.7 "Flue gas thermostat reset
button").
See the ADM electrical diagram (14 "Appendices")
If the error cannot be rectified, contact your installation engineer
When a demand is detected, the appliance will restart
If the error cannot be resolved or is persistent, contact your
installation engineer
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SymptomCausePrecautionsComment
(a)
three unsuccessful
start attempts in a row
SymptomCausePrecautionsComment
(b)
The safety thermostat
has cut out
1. No gas:
-Check that the gas valve is open
-Check whether the gas control is opening (clicking of the
gas control)
-Check the leads of the gas control
2. No ignition:
-Check whether the hot surface igniter lights up
-Check the electrical supply to the hot surface igniter.
-Check the leads of the glow igniter
3. No flame detection:
-Check that the Phase (L) and Neutral (N) are correctly
connected (from the mains) to the appliance
-Check whether the flame probe is defective
-Check that the flame probe leads are properly connected
1. The safety thermostat has cut out correctly:
-Reset the appliance
-Check whether the control thermostat is working
-Check whether the high-limit thermostat is working
-Check that the circulation pump (if present) is working
2. The safety thermostat has cut out without apparent reason:
-Check whether the thermostat is defective
-Check whether the sensor of the thermostat is defective
If the error cannot be resolved or is persistent, contact your
installation engineer
If the error cannot be resolved or is persistent, contact your
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Warning
Maintenance may only be performed by a qualified service and maintenance engineer.
Insufficient hot water
SymptomCausePrecautionsComment
Insufficient hot water Water temperature
setting (T
Hot water supply is
used up
) is too low
set
Set the control thermostat (7.5 "Control thermostat") to a higher
value
1. Reduce hot water consumption and give the appliance time to
heat up.
2. If this error persists, check whether the high-limit thermostat is
switching. If this is the case, check that the circulation and/or top
to bottom circulation pump are working.
If the error has not been rectified, and no other cause can be found,
isolate the appliance from the mains (10.3 "Isolating the appliance
from the mains"), shut off the manual gas valve and alert your
installation engineer.
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12Performing
maintenance
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Preparation for
maintenance
Caution
Maintenance may only by carried out by an approved service and
maintenance engineer.
At each service, the appliance undergoes maintenance on both the water side
and the gas side. The maintenance must be carried out in the following order.
1. Water-side maintenance
2. Water-side maintenance
3. Gas-side maintenance
4. Finalising maintenance
Note
Before ordering spare parts, it is important to write down the appliance type
and model, and the full serial number of the appliance. These details can be
found on the rating plate. Only by ordering with this information can you be sure
to receive the correct spare parts.
To test whether all components are still working properly, complete the following
steps:
1. Set the ON/OFF switch on the control panel to position 0.
2. Set the control thermostat to the highest value (note the original setting) and
set the ON/OFF switch back again to position I.
3. If there is no heat demand, draw off some water to create a heat demand.
4. Check whether the heating cycle (9.3 "The appliance's heating cycle") runs
correctly.
5. Set the control thermostat back to the original setting and set the ON/OFF
switch back again to position I.
6. Check the supply and burner pressure (3.11 "Checking the supply pressure
and burner pressure"), and adjust them if necessary.
7. Check that all components of the chimney flue system are properly attached.
8. Test the operation of the overflow valve of the protected cold supply set-up.
The water should spurt out.
9. Test the overflow operation of the T&P valve. The water should spurt out.
10. Test the overflow operation of the T&P valve. The water should spurt out with
a strong jet.
11. Check the drainpipes from the discharge points of all valves and remove any
scale deposits that may be present.
12. Drain the appliance (6 "Draining").
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Performing maintenance
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12.3.1Introduction
The following steps must be carried out on the water side:
1. Checking the anodes.
2. Descaling and cleaning the tank.
12.3.2Checking the anodes
Timely replacement of the anodes extends the service life of the appliance. The
appliance's anodes must be replaced as soon as they are 60% or more
consumed (take this into consideration when determining the maintenance
frequency).
Warning
The draught diverter and the cover may be hot.
1. Remove the protective cover from the control column by unscrewing the 4
screws in the cover.
2. Detach the wiring for the flue gas thermostat from the connector block and
remove the cable from the strain relief.
3. Remove the cable clamps holding the flue gas thermostat cable.
4. Disconnect the draught diverter from the flue gas discharge.
5. Undo the screws on the draught diverter.
6. Remove the draught diverter from the appliance.
7. Undo the screws of the lid in the top side of the appliance.
8. Remove the lid from the appliance.
9. Remove the sealing ring from the appliance.
10. Loosen the anodes using suitable tools.
11. Check the anodes, and replace them if necessary.
12. Now also check the flue baffles (12.4.4 "Checking the flue baffles"). If
necessary, replace them.
13. Place a new sealing ring on the rim of the tank and re-fit the lid.
14. Fit the draught diverter (3.9.2 "Fitting the draught diverter").
15. Feed the cable of the flue gas thermostat through the strain relief and attach
the wiring to the connector block (14.2 "Electrical Diagrams ADM").
16. Refit the cable clamps to the appliance and draught diverter.
17. Re-fit the protective cover.
12.3.3Descaling and cleaning the tank
Scale and lime buildup prevent effective conduction of the heat to the water.
Periodic cleaning and descaling prevents buildup of these deposits. This
increases the service life of the appliance, and also improves the heating
process.
Take the rate of scale formation into account when deciding on maintenance
frequency. Scale formation depends on the local water composition, the water
consumption and the water temperature setting. A water temperature setting of
maximum 60°C is recommended for prevention of excessive scale buildup.
To ensure the perfectly watertight sealing of a cleaning opening, the gasket (6),
O-ring (7), sealing rings (4), bolts (3) and possibly the lid (5) should be replaced
with new components after opening (see the figure). A special set is obtainable
from the supplier/manufacturer.
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To simplify the task of descaling and cleaning the tank, the appliance is
equipped with two cleaning openings.
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1. Remove the cover plate (1) on the outer jacket (see the figure).
2. Carefully remove the insulation layer (2) and set it to one side. This will be
needed again later.
3. Undo the bolts.
4. Remove the lid, the gasket and the O-ring.
5. Inspect the tank and remove the loose scale deposits and contamination.
6. If the scale cannot be removed by hand, descale the appliance with a
descaling agent. Contact the supplier/manufacturer for advice on what
descaling agent to use.
2
5
3
6
4
7
IMD-0235 R2
12.4 Gas-side
maintenance
1
5
4
3
6
2
IMD-0282 R1
7. Close the cleaning opening. To avoid damage to the tank, tighten the bolts
that fasten the lid with a torque no greater than 50 Nm. Use suitable tools for
this. For the best possible watertight seal of the cleaning opening, the bolts
in the lid should be torqued down in the sequence shown in the figure.
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Performing maintenance
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12.4.1Introduction
The following steps must be carried out on the gas side:
1. Clean the burner(s).
2. Clean the orifice(s).
3. Checking the flue baffles.
12.4.2Clean the burner(s)
1. Detach the burner(s)
2. Remove all contamination present on the burner(s).
3. Fit the burner(s)
12.4.3Clean the orifice(s)
1. Detach the orifice(s)
2. Remove all contamination present in the orifice(s).
3. Fit the orifice(s)
12.4.4Checking the flue baffles
Warning
The flue baffles can be hot.
12.5 Finalising
maintenance
1. Remove the flue baffles from the appliance.
2. Check the flue baffles for the presence of corrosion, removing this if
necessary.
3. Check the flue baffles for wear, and replace the flue baffles if necessary.
4. Place a new sealing ring on the rim of the tank and re-fit the lid.
5. Fit the draught diverter (3.9.2 "Fitting the draught diverter").
6. Feed the cable of the flue gas thermostat through the strain relief and attach
the wiring to the connector block (14.2 "Electrical Diagrams ADM").
7. Refit the cable clamps to the appliance and draught diverter.
8. Re-fit the protective cover.
To finalise the maintenance, carry out the following steps:
1. Fill the appliance (5 "Filling").
2. Start the appliance (9 "Starting and running").
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13Warranty (certificate)
To register your warranty, you should complete and return the enclosed
warranty card after which a warranty certificate will be sent to you. This
certificate gives the owner of a appliance supplied by A.O. Smith Water
Products Company B.V. of Veldhoven, The Netherlands (hereinafter "A.O.
Smith") the right to the warranty set out below, defining the commitments of A.O.
Smith to the owner.
13.1 General warranty
13.2 Tank warranty
13.3 Conditions for
Installation and use
If within one year of the original installation date of a water heater supplied by
A.O. Smith, following verification, and at the sole discretion of A.O. Smith, a
section or part (with exclusion of the tank) proves to be defective or fails to
function correctly due to manufacturing and/or material defects, then A.O. Smith
shall repair or replace this section or part.
If within 3 years of the original installation date of a water heater supplied by
A.O. Smith, following inspection, and at the sole discretion of A.O. Smith, the
glass-lined steel tank proves to be leaking due to rust or corrosion occurring on
the water side, then A.O. Smith shall offer to replace the defective water heater
with an entirely new water heater of equivalent size and quality. The warranty
period given on the replacement water heater shall be equal to the remaining
warranty period of the original water heater that was supplied. Notwithstanding
that stated earlier in this article, in the event that unfiltered or softened water is
used, or allowed to stand in the water heater, the warranty shall be reduced to
one year from the original installation date.
The warranty set out in article 1 and 2 will apply solely under the following
conditions:
a. The water heater is installed under strict adherence to A.O. Smith
installation instructions for the specific model, and the relevant
government and local authority installation and building codes, rules and
regulations in force at the time of installation.
b. The water heater remains installed at the original site of installation.
c. The appliance is exclusively used with drinking water, which at all times
can freely circulate (a separately installed heat exchanger is mandatory
for heating salt water or corrosive water).
d. The tank is safeguarded against harmful scaling and lime buildup by
means of periodic maintenance.
e. The water temperatures in the heater do not exceed the maximum
setting of the thermostats, which form a part of the water heater.
f. The water pressure and/or heat load do not exceed the maximum values
stated on the water heater rating plate.
g. The water heater is installed in a non-corrosive atmosphere or
environment.
h. The water heater is connected to a protected cold supply arrangement,
which is: approved by the relevant authority; with sufficient capacity for
this purpose; supplying a pressure no greater than the working pressure
stated on the water heater; and where applicable by a likewise approved
temperature and pressure relief valve, fitted in accordance with
installation instructions of A.O. Smith applying to the specific model of
water heater, and further in compliance with the government and local
authority installation and building codes, rules and regulations.
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i. The appliance is at all times fitted with cathodic protection. If sacrificial
anodes are used for this, these must be replaced and renewed when,
and as soon as, they are 60% or more consumed. When electric anodes
are used, it is important to ensure that they continue to work properly.
13.4 Exclusions
13.5 Scope of the
warranty
13.6 Claims
13.7 Obligations of A.O.
Smith
The warranty set out in articles 1 and 2 will not apply in the event of:
a. damage to the water heater caused by an external factor;
b. misuse, neglect (including frost damage), modification, incorrect and/or
unauthorised use of the water heater and any attempt to repair leaks;
c. contaminants or other substances having been allowed to enter the tank;
d. the conductivity of the water being less than 125 µS/cm and/or the
hardness (alkaline-earth ions) of the water being less than 1.00
mmol/litre (3.3.3 "Water composition");
e. unfiltered, recirculated water flowing through or being stored in the water
heater;
f. any attempts at repair to a defective water heater other than by an
approved service engineer.
The obligations of A.O. Smith pursuant to the specified warranty do not extend
beyond free delivery from the Veldhoven warehouse of the replacement
sections, parts or water heater respectively. Shipping, labour, installation and
any other costs associated with the replacement will not be accepted by A.O.
Smith.
A claim on grounds of the specified warranty must be submitted to the dealer
from whom the water heater was purchased, or to another authorised dealer for
A.O. Smith Water Products Company products. Inspection of the water heater
as referred to in articles 1 and 2 shall take place in one of the laboratories of
A.O. Smith Water Products Company.
A.O. Smith grants no other warranty or guarantee over its water heaters nor the
(sections or parts of) water heaters supplied for replacement, other than the
warranty expressly set out in this Certificate.
Under the terms of the supplied warranty, A.O. Smith is not liable for damage to
persons or property caused by (sections or parts, or the glass-lined steel tank
of) a (replacement) water heater that it has supplied.
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14Appendices
14.1 Introduction
This section gives the electrical diagrams for:
•Electrical diagram for ADM 40 to 135 natural gas and 40 to 115 LPG
•Electrical diagram 135 - LP gas
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ADM
14.2.1Electrical diagram for ADM 40 to 135 natural gas and 40 to 115 LPG
L"Phase output to safety circuit and thermostat circuit
THPhase input of thermostat circuit
GV1Phase output to gas control
MAXPhase input to safety thermostat
LGPhase output to hot surface igniter
IDetection of ionisation signal
NONormally open port of the extra error sensor
PPhase input of extra error sensor
NCNormally closed port of the extra error sensor
F1Fuse
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Index
A
ambient temperature 15
B
burner pressure 28
C
claims 66
connect
circulation piping 23, 24
cold water side 22, 23
electrical 26, 28
gas 24
hot water side 23
shut pipe 22, 23
connecting circulation pipe 23, 24
connecting cold water side 22, 23
connecting hot water side 23
control thermostat 47
conversion to a different gas category 33