Baxi EcoBlue System Owner's Manual
User Guide
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United Kingdom
Please keep these instructions in a safe place.
If you move house, please hand them over to the next occupier.
Gas Fired Wall Mounted Condensing System Boiler
EcoBlue System
12 - 15 - 18 - 24 - 28 - 32
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this appliance.
Please read this manual carefully before using the product and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
In order to ensure continued safe and efficient operation we recommend that the product is regularly maintained. Our Service and
After Sales organization can assist with this.
We hope you will receive many years of satisfactory service.
The Benchmark Scheme
Baxi Heating UK Ltd is a licensed member of the Benchmark Scheme
which aims to improve the standards of installation and commissioning
of domestic heating and hot water systems in the UK and to encourage
regular servicing to optimise safety, efficiency and performance.
Benchmark is managed and promoted by Heating and Hotwater
Industry Council. For more information visit www.centralheating.co.uk
0086
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Model Range
Baxi EcoBlue 12 System
G.C.No 47-077-95
Baxi EcoBlue 15 System
G.C.N
o
47-077-96
Baxi EcoBlue 18 System
G.C.N
o
47-077-97
Baxi EcoBlue 24 System
G.C.No 47-077-98
Baxi EcoBlue 28 System
G.C.N
o
47-077-99
Baxi EcoBlue 32 System
G.C.N
o
47-470-01
Most illustrations in this document
show the 12/15/18/24/28 models.
Where the detail for 32 model differs it
is described in the text or shown in a
specific diagram.
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Contents
Contents
1 Introduction
1.1 General
1.2 Additional Documentation
1.3 Symbols Used
1.4 Abbreviations / Glossary
1.5 Liabilities
1.5.1 Manufacturer’s Liability
1.5.2 Installer’s Responsibility
1.5.3 User’s Responsibility
2 Safety
2.1 General Safety Instructions
2.2 Recommendations
2.2.1 Benchmark Commissioning Checklist
3 Technical Specifications
3.1 Technical Data
4 Description of the Product
4.1 General Description
4.2 Operating Principle
4.2.1 In Operation
4.3 Control Panel Description
4.4 Standard Delivery
4.5 Accessories & Options
4.5.1 Optional Extras
5 Operation
5.1 Shutdown
5.2 Frost Protection
5.3 Operation Checking Procedure & Basic Fault Identification
6 Settings
6.1 Setting the Boiler Temperature
6.1.1 Boiler Flow Temperature
6.1.2 Inactive Buttons
6.1.3 On/Off Selector Button
6.1.4 Information Display
7 Maintenance
7.1 General
7.2 Maintenance Instructions
7.3 Repressurising the System
7.4 Venting the System
7.5 Draining the System
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8 Troubleshooting
8.1 Error Codes
8.2 Fault Finding
9 Decommissioning
9.1 Decommissioning Procedure
10 Disposal
10.1 Disposal / Recycling
11 Environmental
11.1 Energy Saving
12 Warranty
12.1 General
12.2 Terms of Warranty
12.2.1 Standard Warranty Terms and Conditions
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1 Introduction
1 Introduction
1.1 General
WARNING
Installation, repair and maintenance must only be
carried out only by a competent person. This
document is intended for use by competent persons,
All Gas Safe registered engineers carry an ID card with their
licence number and a photograph. You can check your engineer
is registered by telephoning 0800 408 5500 or online at
www.gassaferegister.co.uk
This manual is intended for the user of the Baxi EcoBlue System
boiler. If the appliance is sold or transferred, or if the owner
moves leaving the appliance behind you should ensure that the
manual is kept with the appliance for consultation by the new
owner and their installer.
The appliance is designed as a boiler for use in residential
domestic environments on a governed meter supply only. The
selection of this boiler is entirely at the owner’s risk. If the
appliance is used for purposes other than or in excess of these
specifications, the manufacturer will not accept any liability for
resulting loss, damage or injury.
The manufacturer will not accept any liability whatsoever
for loss, damage or injury arising as a result of failure to
observe the instructions for use, maintenance and
installation of the appliance.
1.2 Additional Documentation
Various timers, external controls, etc. are available as optional
extras. Full details are contained in the relevant sales literature.
1.3 Symbols Used
In these instructions, various danger levels are employed to
draw the user's attention to particular information. In so doing,
we wish to safeguard the user's safety, prevent hazards and
guarantee correct operation of the appliance.
DANGER
Risk of a dangerous situation causing serious
physical injury.
WARNING
Risk of a dangerous situation causing slight physical
injury.
CAUTION
Risk of material damage.
Signals important information .
Signals a referral to other instructions or other pages
in the instructions.
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DHW: Domestic hot water
CH: Central heating
GB: Great Britain
IE: Ireland
BS: British standard
HHIC: Heating and Hotwater Industry Council
1.4 Abbreviations / Glossary
1.5 Extent of Liabilities
1.5.1. Manufacturer's Liability
Our products are manufactured in compliance with the
requirements of the various european applicable Directives.
They are therefore delivered with marking and all relevant
documentation. In the interest of customers, we are
continuously endeavouring to make improvements in product
quality. All the specifications stated in this document are
therefore subject to change without notice.
The manufacturer will not accept any liability for loss, damage or
injury arising as a result of:-
Failure to abide by the instructions on using the appliance.
Failure to regularly maintain the appliance, or faulty or
inadequate maintenance of the appliance.
Failure to abide by the instructions on installing the
appliance.
This company declares that no substances harmful to
health are contained in the appliance or used during
appliance manufacture.
The appliance is suitable only for installation in GB and IE and
should be installed in accordance with the rules in force, and
only used in a suitably ventilated location.
In GB, the installation must be carried out by a Gas Safe
Registered Installer. It must be carried out in accordance with
the current and relevant requirements of legislation and
guidance.
Where no specific instructions are given, reference should be
made to the relevant British Standard Code of Practice.
In IE, the installation must be carried out by a competent Person
and installed in accordance with the current edition of I.S. 813
‘Domestic Gas Installations’, the current Building Regulations
and reference should be made to the current ETCI rules for
electrical installation.
Incorrect installation could invalidate the warranty and may lead
to prosecution.
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1.5.3. User's Responsibility
To guarantee optimum operation of the installation, you must
observe the following instructions:
Read and observe the instructions given in the manuals
supplied with the appliance.
Seek the assistance of a qualified installer for the installation
and initial commissioning.
Ask the installer to explain the installation.
Have the required annual inspection and maintenance
carried out by a qualified installer and ensure the Benchmark
Service Record in the Installation Manual is completed - this
is a condition of the warranty !
Keep the manuals in good condition and near to the
appliance.
This appliance must not be used by people with a lack of
experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised by
someone familiar with the appliance or if they have been
instructed on how to operate the appliance correctly. Do not
allow children to operate or play with the appliance.
1.5.2 Installer's Responsibility
The installer is responsible for the installation and initial start up
of the appliance. The installer must adhere to the following
instructions:
Read and follow the instructions given in the manuals
provided with the appliance.
Carry out installation in compliance with the prevailing
legislation and standards.
Ensure the system is flushed and inhibitor added.
Install the flue/chimney system correctly ensuring it is
operational and complies with prevailing legislation and
standards, regardless of location of the boiler’s installation.
Only the installer should perform the initial start up and carry
out any checks necessary.
Explain the installation to the user.
Complete the Benchmark Commissioning Checklist - this is a
condition of the warranty !
Warn the user of the obligation to check the appliance and
maintain it in good working order.
Give all the instruction manuals to the user.
WARNING
Do not touch flue/chimney pipes. Depending on the
settings of the appliance, the temperature of
flue/chimney pipes may exceed 60 °C.
Do not touch radiators for long periods. Depending on
the settings of the appliance, the temperature of
radiators may reach 85 °C.
Take precautions with domestic hot water. Depending
on the settings of the appliance, domestic hot water
temperature may reach 65 °C.
CAUTION
Do not neglect to service the appliance. Contact a
qualified professional or take out a maintenance
contract for the annual servicing of the appliance.
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Safety 2
2 Safety
2.1 General Safety Instructions
ON
OFF
Water
Gas
Water
DANGER
If you smell gas:
1. Turn off the gas supply at the meter
2. Open windows and doors in the hazardous area
3. Do not operate light switches
4. Do not operate any electrical equipment
5. Do not use a telephone in the hazardous area
6. Extinguish any naked flame and do not smoke
7. Warn any other occupants and vacate the
premises
8. Telephone the National Gas Emergency Service
on:- 0800 111 999
If a water or gas leak occurs or is suspected, the boiler
can be isolated at the inlet valves by turning their taps
through 90° (
1
/4turn) downwards
For advice please contact your Installer, Annual
Service Provider or heateam - The Service Division of
Baxi. You can contact heateam on telephone number
0844 871 1525.
When contacting heateam it will be useful to have the
‘benchmark’ checklist at the back of the Installation &
Service Manual to hand as it includes details relevant
to the boiler and installation.
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2.2 Recommendations
CAUTION
Only qualified professionals are authorised to work
on the appliance and the installation.
The appliance has an integral frost protection mode
as long as there is power to the boiler.
Regularly check the water pressure in the system
(recommended pressure is 1.5 bar).
See section 7.4.
Keep the appliance accessible at all times.
Do not remove or cover the user information and
serial number labels affixed to the boiler control flap.
They must remain legible throughout the
lifetime of the appliance
2.2.1 Benchmark Commissioning Checklist
1. Please ensure that the installer has fully completed the
Benchmark Checklist on the inside back pages of the installation
instructions supplied with the product and that you have signed it
to say that you have received a full and clear explanation of its
operation. The installer is legally required to complete a
commissioning checklist as a means of complying with the
appropriate Building Regulations (England and Wales).
2. All installations must be notified, by the installer, to Local Area
Building Control either directly or through a Competent Persons
Scheme. A Building Regulations Compliance Certificate will then
be issued to the customer who should, on receipt, write the
Notification Number on the Benchmark Checklist.
3. This product should be serviced annually to optimise its
safety, efficiency and performance. The service engineer should
complete the relevant section of the Benchmark Service Record
in the Installation & Service manual after each service.
4. The completed Benchmark Checklist & proof of annual
servicing (where applicable) will be required in the event of any
warranty work.
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Technical Specifications 3
3 Technical Specifications
3.1 Technical Data 12/15/18/24/28
Central Heating Primary Circuit
Pressures
bar
Safety Discharge 3
Max Operating 2.5
Min Operating 0.5
Recommended Operating Range 1-2
Temperatures
Boiler Flow Temp (adjustable)
25°C to 80°C max (± 5°C)
Electrical Supply 230V~ 50Hz
(Appliance must be connected to an
earthed supply)
External Fuse Rating 3A
NOTE: All data in this section are nominal
values and subject to normal production
tolerances.
150mm* Min
700mm
390mm
175 mm Min (300mm
Min if using 80/125mm
flueing system)
5mm Min
5mm Min In
Operation
450mm Min
5mm Min
295mm
For Servicing
Purposes &
Operating the
Controls
*This is MINIMUM
recommended dimension.
Greater clearance will aid
installation and maintenance.
Electrical Protection
IPX5D (without integral timer)
IP20 (with integral timer)
Dimensions & Clearances These must be maintained in the event of
any alteration in the property, e.g. additional cupboards etc.
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