Condensing gas boiler
Logamax plus GB142-24/30/45/60
CAUTION!
Before putting the boiler into operation read this manual carefully.
WARNING!
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance
can cause injury, loss of life or property damage. Refer to this manual.
For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
CAUTION!
The operating manual is part of the documentation that is delivered to
the installation's operator. Go through the information in this manual
with the owner/operator and make sure that he or she is familiar with
all the necessary operating instructions.
NOTICE!
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts this boiler must be installed
by a licensed Plumber or Gas Fitter.
Warning: If the information in these instructions is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
– Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other boiler.
– What to do if you smell gas
• Do not try to light any boiler.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your
building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
– Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
Please read thoroughly before installing and servicing
Preface
About these instructions
These Installation Instructions contain important information for the safe and professional installation, start-up and
maintenance of the boiler with boiler capacities 24, 30, 45
and 60 kW.
These Installation Instructions are intended for professional installers, who have the necessary training and
experience for working on heating and gas systems.
Subject to technical changes!
Slight changes may be made to the illustrations, process
steps and technical data as a result of our policy of
continuous improvement.
Updating of documentation
Please contact us if you have any suggestions for
improvements or corrections.
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Safety and general instructions1
1Safety and general instructions
Please observe these instructions in the interest of your
own safety.
1.1Designated use
The boiler was designed for heating water for a central
heating system and generating domestic hot water.
The boiler is delivered with a BC10 basic controller and
the "Universal Automatic Burner Control Unit 3" (UBA 3)
pre-installed.
The boiler can be fitted with a modulating outdoor reset
control AM10 (scope of delivery), a room controller RC10
(optional), or an On/Off thermostat or relay panel end
switch (accessories).
1.2Hazard definitions
The following defined terms are used throughout the documentation to bring attention to the presence of hazards of
various risk levels. Notices give important information
concerning the operation of the product.
DANGER:
Indicates the presence of hazards that will
cause severe personal injury, death or
substantial property damage.
WARNING:
Indicates the presence of hazards that can
cause severe personal injury, death or
substantial property damage.
CAUTION:
Indicates presence of hazards that will or
cause minor personal injury or property
damage.
CAUTION:
Risk of electric shock.
Indicates presence of hazards due to electric
shock.
NOTICE:
Indicates special instructions on installation,
operation or maintenance that are important
but not related to personal injury or property
damage.
1.3The following instructions must be
observed
– The boiler must only be used for its designated
purpose, observing the Installation Instructions.
– Only use the boiler in the combinations and with the
accessories and spares listed.
– Other combinations, accessories and consumables
must only be used if they are specifically designed for
the intended application and do not affect the system
performance and the safety requirements.
– Maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by
trained professionals.
– You must report the installation of a condensing gas
boiler to the relevant gas utility company and have it
approved.
– You are only allowed to operate the condensing gas
boiler with the combustion air/flue gas system that has
been specifically designed and approved for this type of
boiler.
– Please note that local permission for the flue system
and the condensate water connection to the public
sewer system may be required.
You must also observe:
– the local building regulations stipulating the installation
rules.
– the local building regulations concerning the air intake
and outlet systems and the chimney connection.
– the regulations for the power supply connection.
– the technical rules laid down by the gas utility company
concerning the connection of the gas burner fitting to
the local gas main.
– the instructions and standards concerning the safety
equipment for the water/space heating system.
– the Installation Instructions for building heating
systems.
– The boiler must be located in an area where leakage of
the tank or connections will not result in damage to the
area adjacent to the boiler or to lower floors of the
structure. When such locations cannot be avoided, it is
recommended that a suitable drain pan, adequately
drained, be installed under the boiler. The pan must not
restrict combustion air flow.
– The boiler must be installed such that the gas ignition
system components are protected from water (dripping,
spraying, rain etc.) during boiler operation and service.
– The boiler must not be installed on carpeting.
– Do not restrict or seal any air intake or outlet openings.
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– If you find any defects, you must inform the owner of the
system of the defect and the associated hazard in
writing.
DANGER
if flammable gas explodes.
Beware if you smell gas: there may be an
explosion hazard!
Warning: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire
or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or death.
z Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other boiler.
What to do if you smell gas
z Do not try to light any boiler.
z Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
z Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
z If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by
a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
1.4Observe these instructions for space
heating water
Unsuitable heating system water can promote the formation of scale or sludge, which affects system efficiency.
It can also cause corrosion and reduce life of the heat
exchanger.
– You must follow Buderus guidelines for boiler water
quality.
– Thoroughly flush the system prior to filling.
– Use of a Buderus approved boiler cleaner is
recommended.
– Never use salt bedding exchangers to soften the water.
– Do not use inhibitors or other additives unless approved
by Buderus for that purpose!
– When frost protection of the heating system is desired,
only use Buderus-approved Aluminum-safe antifreeze.
– When using oxygen-permeable pipes, e. g. for floor
heating systems, you must separate the system using
heat exchangers.
– The maximum permissible flow rate of the
GB142-24/30 this is 11 GPM (gal./min.)(= 42 l/min.), for
the GB142-45 is 15 GPM (= 57 l/min.) and for the
GB142-60 is 20 GPM (= 76 l/min.).
1.5Tools, materials and additional
equipment
For the installation and maintenance of the boiler you will
need the standard tools for space heating, gas and water
fitting.
In addition, a handtruck with a fastening belt is useful.
1.6Disposal
– Dispose of the boiler packaging in an environmentally
sound manner.
– Dispose of components of the heating system (e. g.
boiler or control device), that must be replaced in an
environmentally responsible manner.
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2Regulations and guidelines
Regulations and guidelines2
The installation must conform to the requirements of the
authority having jurisdiction or, in the absence of such
requirements, to the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1. In Canada, installation must be in
accordance with the requirements of CAN/CSA B149.1,
Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.
Where required by the authority having jurisdiction, the
installation must conform to the Standard for Controls and
Safety Devices for Automatically Fired Boilers, ANSI/
ASME CSD-1.
Install CO detectors per local regulations. Boiler requires
yearly maintenance, see maintenance section see
chapter 13 "Maintenance", page 49.
The hot water distribution system must comply with all
applicable codes and regulations. When replacing an
existing boiler, it is important to check the condition of the
entire hot water distribution system to ensure safe operation.
Massachusetts Installations Only:
For direct- vent boilers, mechanical-vent heating boilers or
domestic hot water equipment, where the bottom of the
vent terminal and the intake is installed below four feet
above grade the following requirements must be satisfied:
1) If there is not one already present, a carbon monoxide
detector and alarm shall be placed in a living area
outside the bedrooms. The carbon monoxide detector
and alarm shall comply with NFPA 720 (2005 Edition).
2) A carbon Monoxide detector and alarm shall be
located in the room that houses the boiler or
equipment and shall:
a) Be powered by in series on the same electrical
circuit as the boiler or equipment:
b) Have battery back-up power:
c) Meet ANSI/UL 2034 Standards and comply with
NFPA 720 (2005 Edition):
d) Have been approved and listed by a Nationally
Recognized Testing Lab:
3) A product-approved vent terminal must be used, and
if applicable, a Product approved air intake must be
used. Installation shall be in strict compliance with the
manufacturer's instructions. A copy of the installation.
psi (3 bar)
4) A metal or plastic identification plate shall be mounted
at the exterior of the building, four feet directly above
the location of vent terminal. The plate shall be of
sufficient size to be easily read from a distance of eight
feet away, and read "Gas Vent Directly Below".
b) For direct-vent boilers mechanical-vent heating
boilers or domestic hot water equipment where the
bottom of the vent terminal and the intake is
installed four feet or above grade the following
requirements must be satisfied:
1) If there is not one already present, a carbon
monoxide detector and alarm shall be placed in
the living area outside the bedrooms, The carbon
monoxide detector and alarm shall comply with
NFPA 720 (2005 Edition).
2) A carbon monoxide detector shall:
a) Be located inn the area where the boiler or
equipment is located:
b) Have battery back-up power:
c) Be a minimum comply with NFPA 720
(2005 Edition).
3) A product-approved vent terminal must be used,
and if applicable, a product-approved air intake
must be used. Installation shall be in strict
compliance with the manufacturer's instructions.
A copy of the installation instructions shall remain
with the boiler or equipment at the completion of
the installation.
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Product description3
3Product description
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Fig. 1Logamax plus GB142-24/30 (left) and GB142-45/60 (right)
pos. 1: Drawer with control unit
pos. 2: Universal Burner Automat (UBA3)
pos. 3: Control unit BC10
pos. 4: Gas valve
pos. 5: Cover
pos. 6: Flue measuring points
pos. 7: Parallel flue
pos. 8: Burner
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pos. 9: Latches of which two have locks
pos. 10: Sighting glass
pos. 11: Heat exchanger
pos. 12: Back cover
pos. 13: Air intake for the fan
pos. 14: Fan
pos. 15: Condensate trap
pos. 16: External Connection Board (under the cover)
pos. 17: Pressure sensor
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120
100
90
130
140
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Fig. 2Basic Controller Logamatic BC10
pos. 1: Main switch
pos. 2: DHW temperature knob
pos. 3: LED "DHW status"
pos. 4: Display
pos. 5: Space heating water temperature knob
pos. 6: LED "Heating system status"
1) ECO mode means that the temperature inside the hot water tank is 140 °F (60 °C), with a hysteresis (ΔT) of 18 °F (10 °C) instead of 9 °F (5 °C)
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170
190
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pos. 7: Under the cover a RC system controller can be installed
pos. 8: LED "Burner Operation"
pos. 9: Service Tool connector
pos. 10: "Service"
pos. 11: "Chimney sweep"
pos. 12: "Reset"
e button
d button
c button
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4Dimensions and connections
Dimensions and connections4
20" (500 mm)
12" (300 mm)
4" (100 mm)
1.8" (46 mm)
18.7" (475 mm)
6.2"
(158 mm)
0.25"
(6 mm)
4.7" (119 mm)
28" (712 mm)
22" (560 mm)
AB
3" (75 mm)
C
7.5" (190 mm)
DEFG
1.2" (30 mm)
2.2" (55 mm)
16" (420 mm)
3" (75 mm)
6" (150 mm)
4.3" (110 mm)13.2" (335 mm)
6" (150 mm)
3" (75 mm)
> 6"
(150 mm)
Fig. 3Dimensions and connections for boiler GB142-24/30 (dimensions in inches)
Air intake (inside diameter 3'')
Flue gas connection (inside diameter 3'')
AA (A)
AKO (E)
GAS (D)
=
Condensate water outlet, Ø 1.3” (Ø 32 mm) outside
=
diameter
=
Gas connection, ¾” NPT
1
One Ø 1.0” (Ø 25.4 mm) inside x 1'' NPT threaded compression fitting is delivered enclosed with boiler packaging
LA (B)
RK (G)
VK (F)
WB (C)
=
Return, Ø 1.0”
=
=
Supply, Ø 1.0”
=
Wall bracket
1
(Ø 25.4 mm)
1
(Ø 25.4 mm)
NOTICE
Observe the lateral minimum distances of the
boiler (12” = 300 mm) and the necessary
distances (24” (600 mm) at the front and
4” (100 mm) at the top) for removing the casing
and for servicing.
Closet clearances are:
4” (100 mm) to the right, 4” (100 mm) at the top
and 6” (150 mm) to the left.
> 4"
(100 mm)
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Dimensions and connections4
20" (500 mm)
12" (300 mm)
4" (100 mm)
1.8" (46 mm)
18.7" (475 mm)
6.2"
(158 mm)
0.25"
(6 mm)
4.7" (119 mm)
7.5" (190 mm)
28" (712 mm)
1.2" (30 mm)
> 6"
(150 mm)
13.2" (335 mm)
35.4" (900 mm)
4.3" (110 mm)
AB
9.7" (246 mm)
C
16" (420 mm)
DEF G
2.2" (55 mm)
3" (75 mm)
20.7" (526 mm)
3" (75 mm)
> 4"
(100 mm)
Fig. 4Dimensions and connections for boiler GB142-45/60 (dimensions in inches)
Air intake
AA (A)
AKO (E)
GAS (D)
Combustion air
=
Condensate water outlet, Ø 1.3” (Ø 32 mm)
=
Gas connection, ¾” NPT
=
LA (B)
RK (G)
VK (F)
WB (C)
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One Ø 1.0” (Ø 25.4 mm) inside x 1'' NPT threaded compression fitting is delivered enclosed.
=
Return, Ø 1.0”
=
=
Supply, Ø 1.0”
=
Wall bracket
1
(Ø 25.4 mm)
1
(Ø 25.4 mm)
NOTICE
Observe the lateral minimum distances of the
boiler (12” = 300 mm) and the necessary
distances (24” (600 mm) at the front and
4” (100 mm) at the top) for removing the casing
and for servicing.
Closet clearances are:
4” (100 mm) to the right, 4” (100 mm) at the top
and 6” (150 mm) to the left.
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5Packaging and transportation
5.1Scope of delivery
Packaging and transportation5
The boiler is delivered fully assembled.
z When receiving the delivery, check if the packaging is
intact.
z Check that all the items listed in see table 1 are included
in the delivery.
5.2Transporting the boiler
CAUTION
The boiler may be damaged when it is improperly secured.
– Only transport the boiler using the right
transportation equipment, such as a
handtruck with a fastening belt or special
equipment for manoeuvering steps.
– During transportation the boiler must be
secured on the transportation equipment to
prevent it from falling off.
– Protect all parts against impacts if they are to
be transported.
– Observe the transportation markings on the
packaging.
z Packaged boilers must always be lifted and carried to
their destination by two people, or you must use a
handtruck or special equipment to transport them to their
destination.
z Transport the boiler to the room where it is to be installed.
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9
6
5
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Fig. 5Items supplied with unit
Pos. PartsQuantity Packaging
1Boiler with casing11 box
2Wall bracket1
3Technical documents
including:
- User's Instructions
- Installation Instructions
- wall mounting template
- Servicing Instructions
4Compression fittings2
5AM10 with outdoor sensor1
6Flue gas adapter1
7Propane conversion kit1
8Boiler connection kit,
including the DHW sensor
9GB142 Boiler manifold
including:
- low loss header
- pressure relief valve
- tridicator
- DHW connections
- Grundfoss 15-58 3-speed
boiler circulator
- supply and return shutoff ball
valves
Table 1 Items supplied with unit
1
The user’s instructions (in a special format) is located in the boiler
drawer
1
3
1
1
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6Installation
6.1Requirements for the installation room
DANGER
– Install the heating system in a frost-free
room.
– Do not store any flammable materials or
liquids in the immediate vicinity of the boiler.
– Never use any chlorinated detergents or
halogenated hydrocarbons (e. g. in
spraycans, solvents and detergents, paints,
adhesives).
– Do not allow too much dust to collect on the
boiler.
6.2Fitting the boiler
Observe the installation clearances of the combustion air/
flue gas system.
NOTICE
– To protect the connection orifice you must
not remove the styrofoam bottom panel.
– Do not lift the boiler by the drawer.
– Do not remove the transport safety clamps
(see fig. 6) from the drawer at this time.
– Protect the boiler and the combustion
air/flue gas orifice against pollution during
installation.
z Remove the packaging materials and dispose of them.
z Use the mounting template to mark the drill holes.
z Install the wall bracket taking into account the necessary
service clearances.
z Remove the transport safety clamps (fig. 6).
Fig. 6Removing the transport safety clamps
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z Use the radiator key to unlock the two latches a quarter
turn (fig. 7, pos. 1).
z Open the latches (fig. 7, pos. 2).
z Remove the casing by lifting it upwards and then pulling
it forwards (fig. 7, pos. 3); do not hold the casing by the
latches.
z Hold the boiler by the rear boiler casing and place it on
the wall bracket.
z Level out the boiler.
6.3Making the gas connection
DANGER
Only carry out work on gas lines if you are
licensed for such work.
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Fig. 7Removing the casing
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2
z Determine proper size gas pipe for the installation using
see table 2 and see table 3. Do not forget the pipe fitting
losses and observe proper size of the fittings.
z Install the furnished ¾” gas cock on the gas connection.
z Connect the gas pipe to the gas cock (fig. 8, pos. 1) so
that it is free from any strain.
NOTICE
When installing the gas supply connection, it
must comply with local regulations or, if such
regulations do not exist, with the National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z 223.1.
In Canada, the gas supply connection must
comply with local regulations or, if such regulations do not exist, with CAN/CSA B149.1,
Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.
A sediment trap must be provided upstream of the gas
controls.
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Fig. 8Making the gas connection
Length of
pipe (feet)
¾"1"1 ¼"1 ½"
102785201,0601,600
201903507301,100
30152285590890
40130245500760
50115215440670
7593175360545
10079160305480
15064120250380
Table 2 Gas Pipe Capacity for different pipe sizes
1 Maximum pipe capacity in ft3/hr, based on a specific gravity of
.60 (42 mbar) and a inlet gas pressure of 14 inches W.C.
(35 mbar) or less and a pressure drop of .3 inches W.C. (20 mbar)
Gas Volume Capacity
(ft3 / hr)
1
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6.4Fitting the heating circuit supply and
return pipes
NOTICE
– To protect the entire heating system we
recommend installing a dirt particle filter in
the return circuit. When retrofitting the boiler
to an existing heating system this filter is
required.
– Install shut-off valves immediately before and
after the dirt particle filter to allow the filter to
be cleaned.
z Fit a filling and drain cock in the heating system supply
pipe if required.
z Also fit an adequately sized safety valve in the system
that meets all applicable codes and regulations.
Steel pipe
diameter
in inches
¾2.14.10.51.25
12.65.20.61.60
1 ¼3.56.90.82.15
1 ½4.08.00.92.50
Table 3 Equivalent length for pipe fittings in feet
Equivalent length for Pipe Fittings in feet
Type of pipe fitting
90°-ElbowTee
(flow thru
branch)
Equivalent length in feet
Gate valve Gas cocks
1
5
3
2
4
NOTICE
When using oxygen-permeable pipes, e. g. for
radiant floor heating systems, you must separate the system using heat exchangers.
Buderus recommends hydraulically isolating
snowmelt systems using heat exchangers.
z Thoroughly flush all pipes and radiators. Use of a
Buderus approved boiler cleaner is recommended.
z Refer to the installation template for the pipe connection
dimensions.
z Fit the compression fittings (fig. 9, pos. 1 and 2) first to
the Hydronic set (see fig. 10, 11 and 12) and then to the
boiler.
z Connect the expansion tank to the system.
z Connect the pipes so that they are free from strain.
Connecting boiler with DHW tank
z Connect the external hot-water tank according to the
Installation instructions of the hot-water tank and fittings
concerned.
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GB142
Piping examples
The following illustrations are two Installation examples.
NOTICE
The following illustrations are simplified conceptual illustrations only.
Piping and field components must be field verified.
z A hot water boiler installed above radiation level or as
required by the Authority having jurisdiction, must be
provided with a low water cutoff device either as a part of
the boiler or at the time of boiler installation.
Fig. 10 is a schematic representation of fig. 9.
NOTICE
If this boiler is installed in a closed water supply
system with an external indirect DHW tank,
such as one having a backflow preventer in the
cold water supply line, means shall be provided
to control thermal expansion. Contact the water
supplier or local plumbing inspector on how to
control this situation.
Relief valve
The indirect DHW tank must have a temperature and pressure relief valve installed. The
relief valve shall comply with the Standard for
Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff
Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI
Z21.22-CSA 4.4.
z Install the relief valve according fig. 10.
The relief valve must comply with following
specifications:
– dimensions: height 2¼ inch (57.15 mm),
width 2 inch (50.8 mm).
– 30 Psi (2 bar) discharge pressure.
– discharge is ¾ inch (19.1 mm) female in
diameter.
FLUE GAS
GB142
GB142
AIR INTAKE
pump manifold
5
1
PT
2
3
4
Fig. 10 Schematic representation of the boiler with the
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GB142
Additional
DHW
Tank
GB142
Additional
DHW
Tank
WARNING
No valve is to be placed between the relief valve
and the tank. Discharge of the relief valve must
be conducted to a suitable place for disposal
when relief occurs and no reducing coupling or
other restriction may be installed in the
discharge line.
FLUE GAS
GB142
GB142
1
2
3
PT
AIR INTAKE
Additional
Optional
DHW
DHW
Tank
Ta nk
4
5
6
zones
7
8
Fig. 11 Schematic representation of the boiler with the
hydraulic set connected to an optional hot water tank
with one or multiple zones including one pump and
zone valves
pos. 1: pressure relief valve
pos. 2: PT meter (pressure and
temperature meter)
pos. 3: drain valve
pos. 4: DHW pump
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6.5Combustion Air and Ventilation
Openings
Provisions for combustion and ventilation air must be made
in accordance with section 5.3, Air for Combustion and
Ventilation, of the National Flue Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or
Sections 7.2, 7.3 or 7.4 of CAN/CGA B149, Installation
Codes, or applicable provisions of the local building codes.
CAUTION:
BOILER DAMAGE AND OPERATIONAL
FAILURES !
Due to insufficient or lacking openings for
combustion air and/or ventilation of the boiler
room.
Provisions for combustion air and ventilation are
always required, regardless whether the
combustion air is taken from the outside (sealed
combustion) or inside (room air for combustion).
Insufficient ventilation of the boiler room can
lead to high air temperatures. This can result in
boiler damage.
– Make sure that intake and exhaust openings
are sufficiently sized and no reduction or
closure of openings takes place.
– When the problem is not resolved, do not
operate the boiler.
– Please note these restrictions and its
dangers to the operator of the boiler.
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WARNING:
BOILER DAMAGE !
due to contaminated air.
– Boiler must be clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline and other
flammable vapors and liquids, and corrosive
liquids and vapors.
Never use chlorine and hydrocarbon
containing chemicals (such as spray
chemicals, solution and cleaning agents,
paints, glues etc) in the vicinity of the boiler.
– Do not store and use these chemicals in the
boiler room.
– Avoid excessive dust formation and build-up.
NOTICE
When one expects contaminated combustion
air (near swimming pools, chemical cleaning
operations and hair salons), sealed combustion
operation is recommended.
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DANGER:
FIRE DANGER !
due to flammable materials or liquids.
– Do not store flammable materials and liquids
in the immediate vicinity of the boiler.
All Air from Inside the Building (room air)
The closet shall be provided with two permanent openings
communicating directly with an additional room(s). The total
input of all gas utilization equipment installed in the
combined space shall be considered in making this determination. Each opening shall have a minimum free area of
1 square inch per 1,000 Btu per hour of total input rating of
all gas utilization equipment in the confined space, but no
less than 100 square inches. One opening shall commence
within 12 inches (305 mm) of the top, and one opening shall
commence within 12 inches (305 mm) of the bottom of the
enclosure. The minimum dimension of air openings shall be
not less than 3 inches (75 mm).
All Air from Outdoor (sealed combustion)
The closet shall be provided with two permanent openings,
one commencing within 12 inches (305 mm) from the top,
and one commencing within 12 inches (305 mm) from the
bottom of the enclosure. The openings shall communicate
directly, or by ducts, with the outdoors or spaces (crawl or
attic) that freely communicate with the outdoors.
The minimum dimension of air openings shall be no less
than 3 inches (75 mm).
1.Where directly communicating with the outdoors, each
opening shall have a minimum free area of 1 square
inch per 4,000 Btu/hr of total input rating of all
equipment in the enclosure.
2.Where communicating with the outdoors through
vertical ducts, each opening shall have a minimum free
area of 1 square inch per 4,000 Btu/hr of total input
rating of all equipment in the enclosure.
3.Where communicating with the outdoors through
horizontal ducts, each opening shall have a minimum
free area of 1 square inch per 2,000 Btu/hr of total input
rating of all equipment in the enclosure.
4.Where ducts are used, they shall be of the same crosssectional area as the free area of the opening to which
they connect.
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6.6Installation of the flue gas adapter
(included in the scope of delivery)
Before installing the exhaust and air intake system, it is
necessary to remove the transport safety device and to
install the flue gas adapter.
NOTICE
The transport safety device has been installed
to prevent unwanted movement of the heat
exchanger during transport.
z Remove the transport safety device with the two screws
(see fig. 13).
z Screw on the flue gas adapter using six screws (see
fig. 14).
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Fig. 13 Removing the transport safety device
Fig. 14 Connecting the flue gas adapter
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6.7Installation of the Exhaust and Air Intake
system.
NOTICE:
Consult local and state codes pertaining to
special building code and fire department
requirements. Adhere to national code requirements.
NOTICE:
Observe the listed maximum lengths of vent
system, which are boiler model dependent. The
maximum permissible lengths are listed in see
table 4, page 25.
An optional concentric vent/air intake body (see fig. 18 and
26) can be used for the installation of a vertical venting
system as well as for a horizontal venting system.
The concentric vent/air intake body can be ordered by
Buderus Hydronic Systems, part no. BRYKGAVTO601CV.
Other optional vent kits are:
383-500-397Plastic Vent Kit
PAZ1900019 V1000 Aluminum Vent Kit.
The boiler can also be operated with separate air intake and
exhaust piping (see fig. 19 and fig. 26).
The termination shall be at least 4 ft (1,220 mm) for the U.S.
and 6ft. (1,830 mm) for Canada away from a gas utility
meter, service regulator or the like (for room air applications
only).
The termination shall terminate at least 4 ft (1,220 mm)
below, 4 ft (1,220 mm) horizontally from, or 1 ft (305 mm)
above any door, window, or gravity air inlet into any building.
Vent must be at least 12 inches (305 mm) above grade,
anticipated snow line or roof surface (Canada 18” (457 mm)
minimum) (see fig. 16).
Vent termination must be at least 7 ft (2,135 mm) above
a public walkway (see fig. 17).
Vent must be 3 ft (915 mm)above any forced air intake
within 10 ft (3,050 mm) (see fig. 17).
Do not extend exposed vent pipe outside the building
beyond recommended distance. Condensate could freeze
and block vent pipe.
Vent should terminate at least 3 ft (915 mm) away from adjacent walls, inside corners and 5ft (1525 mm) below roof
overhang (see fig. 17).
It is not recommended to terminate vent above any door or
window, condensate can freeze causing ice formations.
Do not use chimney as a raceway if another boiler or fireplace is vented into or through chimney.
2
1
Fig. 15 Vent pipes
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All vent pipes must be glued, except for the flue gas adapter
(fig. 15, pos. 1) which is screwed into place and the first
connection to the flue gas adapter (fig. 15, pos. 2). Installed
you can slide the pipe onto the adapter, properly supported
and the exhaust pipe must be pitched a minimum of a ¼ inch
per foot back to the boiler. This allows the condensate to
drain away.
All combustion air and vent pipe materials and fittings must
comply with the following:
ItemMaterialUnited statesCanada
PVC schedule 40ANSI/ASTM D1785
Vent or air pipe
and fitting
Pipe cement/primer
*Components of the certified vent systems must not be interchanged with other vent systems or unlisted pipe fittings Plastic components, and specified
primers and glues of the certified vent system must be from a single system manufacturer and not intermixed with other system manufacturer's vent
system parts.
PVC-DWVANSI/ASTM D2665
CPVC schedule 40ANSI/ASTM F441
ABS-DWV schedule 40ANSI/ASTM D2661
PVCANSI/ASTM D2564
CPVCANSI/ASTM F493
ABSANSI/ASTM D2235
CSA or BH Gas
venting systems, ULC S636 *
certified only
NOTICE
Do not use cellular core pipe.
NOTICE
Ensure that a condensate drain is always
installed at the exhaust connection see
chapter "7 Connecting the condensate drain"
12" (300 mm)
minimum
EXHAUST
12" (300 mm)
minimum
on page 26
NOTICE
INTAKE
12" (300 mm)
minimum
A minimum clearance of 4 feet horizontally from
and in no case above and below, unless a 4-foot
horizontal distance is maintained, from electric
meters, gas meters, regulators and relief equipment
12" (300 mm)
minimum
Fig. 16 Vent and air pipe position (1) of a sealed combustion
system
12" (300 mm)
minimum
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(1525 mm)
5'
3'
(915 mm)
(1220 mm)
3'
(915 mm)
Forced
7'
(2135 mm)
1'
(305 mm)
4'
(1220 mm)
4'
(1220 mm)
4'
(1220 mm)
1'
(305 mm)
3'
Air Inlet
at least 1 ft (305 mm)
above grade and snow line
Exhaust terminal must be at least 3 ft (915 mm)
above forced air inlet within 10 ft (3050 mm)
Gravity Air Inlet
Fig. 17 Vent and air pipe position (2) of a system with combustion air supply from the room (non-room sealed)
Below are approved examples of vertical and horizontal
venting installation
10"- 0" MIN
(250 mm - 0 mm MIN)
NOTICE
Place pipe supports every 5 feet (1525 mm) of
horizontal run, beginning with support near
12" (300 mm) OVER MAXIMUM
SNOW LEVEL OR 24" (600 mm)
WHICHEVER IS
GREATER
boiler.
INTAKE
EXHAUST
NOTICE
The condensate water must be drained in
3" (80 mm)
3" (80 mm)
accordance with the applicable rules. See
chapter 7 „Connecting the condensate drain“.
1'
(305 mm)
1
NOTICE
Periodic cleaning of the vent terminal and
air-intake screens is mandatory.
Fig. 18 Vertical venting system (sealed combustion)
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10"- 0" MIN
(250 mm - 0 mm MIN)
12" (300 mm) OVER
MAXIMUM SNOW LEVEL
OR 24" (600 mm)
WHICHEVER IS
GREATER
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EXHAUST
INTAKE
3" (80 mm)
3" (80 mm)
Fig. 20 Vertical parallel venting system (sealed
combustion) - Situation 1
10"- 0" MIN
(250 mm - 0 mm MIN)
12" (300 mm) OVER
MAXIMUM SNOW LEVEL
OR 24" (600 mm)
WHICHEVER IS
GREATER
3" (80 mm)
EXHAUST
Fig. 19 Horizontal venting system (room air only) -
Situation 1
INTAKE
INTAKE
3" (80 mm)
EXHAUST
INTAKE
3" (80 mm)
3" (80 mm)
Fig. 22 Vertical parallel venting system (sealed
combustion) - Situation 2
Fig. 21 Horizontal venting system (sealed combustion) -
Situation 2
EXHAUST
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EXHAUST
10"- 0" MIN
(250 mm - 0 mm MIN)
12" (300 mm) OVER MAXIMUM
SNOW LEVEL OR 24" (600 mm)
WHICHEVER IS
GREATER
3" (80 mm)
INTAKE
min. 12"
EXHAUST
INTAKE
3" (80 mm)
3" (80 mm)
12"
(300 mm)
minimum
12"
(300 mm)
minimum
12"
(300 mm)
minimum
12" (300 mm)
minimum
12"
(300 mm)
minimum
Fig. 24 Vertical venting system (room air only)
INTAKE
3" (80 mm)
3" (80 mm)
EXHAUST
Fig. 26 Horizontal venting system (sealed combustion)
Fig. 23 Horizontal parallel venting system (sealed
combustion)
10"- 0" MIN
(250 mm - 0 mm MIN)
12" (300 mm) OVER MAXIMUM
SNOW LEVEL OR 24" (600 mm)
WHICHEVER IS
EXHAUST
GREATER
3" (80 mm)
INTAKE
3" (80 mm)
Fig. 25 Vertical exhaust and horizontal intake venting system
(sealed combustion)
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Do not exceed the total equivalent venting length of 100 feet
(30,480 mm) (GB142-24/30/45) and 60 feet (18,288 mm)
(GB142-60) maximum requirement each for the intake and
exhaust piping.
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See table 4 for the Friction Loss Equivalent in piping and
fittings.
Example:
When you end up using 3 x 45°-elbows and the concentric
vent kit, then the total venting length may not exceed 88 feet
(26.82 m) (GB142-24/30/45) or 48 feet (14.63 m)
(GB142-60).
3 x 45°-elbow = 3 x 3 ft (0.91 m) =9 ft (2.73 m)
concentric vent kit =3 ft (0.91 m)
Total friction loss equivalent =12 ft (3.66 m)
Total venting length for this example is:
GB142-24/30/45 = 100 ft (30.48 m) - 12 ft (3.66 m) =
88 feet (26.82 m)
GB142-60 = 60 ft (18.29 m) - 12 ft (3.66 m) =
48 feet (14.63 m).
NOTICE
The minimum covering wall thickness is
1" (25 mm).
The maximum covering wall thickness is
16" (406 mm).
Fittings or PipingEquivalent
feetm
45 degree elbow30.91
90 degree elbow51.52
plastic pipe per foot10.30
concentric vent kit30.91
Table 4 Friction Loss Equivalent in piping and fittings
CAUTION !
Vent connectors serving appliances vented by
natural draft shall not be connected into any
portion of mechanical draft systems operating
under positive pressure.
NOTICE
For Direct venting properly reassemble and
reseal the vent and air-intake systems.
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7Connecting the condensate drain
NOTICE
The condensate must be drained from the boiler
and from the flue in accordance with the applicable rules and regulations.
No condensate drain is integrated into the boiler. It is
required to install the furnished 3” x ¾” drain tee as an
external condensate drain. See fig. 27. Install this drain tee
as close as possible to the boiler exhaust connection.
NOTICE
Use materials approved by the authority having
jurisdiction. In the absence of such authority,
PVC and CPVC pipe must comply with ASTM
D1785, F441 or D2665. Cement and primer
must comply with ASTM D2564 or F493.
For Canada, use CSA or ULC certified PVC or
CPVC pipe, fittings and cement.
If the condensate outlet of the boiler is lower than the drain,
a condensate pump must be used.
The condensate produced by the boiler has a pH value
between 3 and 4.
Install a neutralization unit if required by the local code.
Fig. 27 Condensate drain
EXHAUST
3" (80 mm)
INTAKE
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8Electrical connections
Devices such as pumps, outdoor sensor and 3-way valve
are all connected to the external connection board.
The electrical connections to the boiler must be made in
accordance with all applicable local codes and the latest
revision of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70
Installations should also conform with CSA C22.
1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 if installed in Canada.
8.1External connection board connections
Make all electrical connections inside the external connection box.
z Remove the cover of the external connection box
(fig. 28).
Connecting incoming power
The boiler must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes, or in absence of
local codes, with the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/INFPA 70 and/or the CSA C22.1, Electrical Code.
Electrical connections8
Fig. 28 Removing the cover from the external connection box
z Install a 120V cable to the boiler (see fig. 29, pos. 1).
z Lead the cable through the cable guide (see fig. 29,
pos. 2).
Terminals 1 – 6 (fig. 30) are low-voltage connections and
terminals 7 – 10 (fig. 30) are 120 Volt connections.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Once the main power supply is on then there is
120V on terminals 7 – 10 (can only be used with
the correct configuration of the control unit and
specific system hydraulics), if the main switch of
the BC10 basic controller is switched on.
RC terminal
Connector for installation of an RC controller for indoor reset
operation or a module like the AM10.
FA terminal
This is the terminal where you connect the outdoor temperature sensor. Only necessary for outdoor weather responsive operation.
WA terminal
For connection of a potential free thermostat or relay panel
end switch.
FW
Connection for an external DHW tank sensor
PZ
1
Netz
2
Fig. 29 external connection board
FW
RCFAWA
EV
DWV
PKPS
1234 5 678 9 10
Fig. 30 Connections to external connection board
Abbr. ColorComponent
RCorangeRC room controller connection or for an
AM10 or other module
FAblueOutdoor-temperature sensor
WAgreenPotential-free On/Off thermostat
FWgrayDHW temperature sensor
EVredExternal switching contact, potential-free
for floor heating safety etc.
DWV green Connection for external 3-way valve
PKgreenPrimary loop pump 120V 60Hz
PSgrayDHW tank pump 120V 60Hz
PZlilacDHW recirculating pump 120V 60Hz
NetzwhiteMain power connection 120V 60Hz
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EV terminal (external switching contact)
This terminal can be used for example for the safety switch
of floor heating. This protects the floor heating against too
high boiler water temperatures (external manual reset high
limit). The boiler is shut down when the external switching
contact is opened.
The normally closed contacts of a LWCO will shut down
burner operation but allow the pump to continue to operate
in case of a low water condition.
DWV
Terminal for connection of an external 3-way valve.
PK
Connector for the primary loop pump 120V 60Hz.
PS
Connector for the DHW tank pump 120V 60Hz.
PZ
Connector for the DHW recirculating pump 120V 60Hz.
Netz
Main power connector 120V 60Hz.
120-volt connections
CAUTION
Make sure that the power consumption of each
of the terminals 7 – 9 (see circuit diagram) does
not exceed 250 W or 5 Amp.
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Electrical connections8
CAUTION
Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing.
Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation.
Verify proper operation after servicing.
High Voltage
Earth
120 VAC
Function module
1
2
3
1
15
8
1
16
120 VAC
Function module
6
5
16-pole connector
(120 VAC)
LN3
7
4
L
10
PE
11
N
9
2
Operating switch
Mains supply
120 VAC 60 Hz
Circulating pump
120 VAC, max. 250 VA
DHW circulator
120 VAC, max. 250 VA
Boiler circulator
120 VAC, max. 250 VA
External 3-way valve
External switch contact
Potential-free e.g.
for floor heating
DHW sensor
On/Off temperature
control, potential-free
Outdoor-temperature
sensor
whitegreengrey
lilac
PENL
PENLPENL
14 13
NL
PZGrid
3
4
2
4
4
3
5
1
15
16131
63 61
25 24
PSPK
External connection for specialist servicing company
3
2
1
Pin 1
16-pole connector
PENL
Pin 81
KIM
white red greyblue orangegreen
21213
21
EVFW
DWV
13
14
12
19
9
11
10
537923
77
266364757436375857
17
16
545146
15
81-pole connector
21
WA
8
Connection box UBA 3.0
55
Pin 16
28
Pin 1
Modulating room controller
21
21
RC
FA
7
6
3
2
5
4
1
Supply sensor
Safety-temperature sensor
Return sensor
P
sensor
3 2 1
Pressure
Ionization
65
65
33
78 651234
60
BC10 connector
1234
1234
43
34
8
35
24
22
14
13
39
38
12
11
70
61
62
2
Bus
Function module
1
2
57
58
Earth
120 VAC
120 VAC
120 VAC
120 VAC
Hot
1 2
1 2 3
2 3
1
ignitor
surface
24 VAC
0 VAC
24 VRAC
24 VRAC
10 VAC
10 VAC
230 VAC
230 VAC
6 7
L
120
VAC
N
L
PE
N
5
41 2 3
Transformer
5
4
fitting
1
Gas burner
5
4
Fan unit
M
1 2 3
55
81-pole connector
1
28
90
81
25
52
27
23
79
53
76
49
16
44
17
45
(AC 0, 10, 24 and 120 V)
14
PE
12
N
13
L
69
68
67
Fig. 31 Electric circuit diagram
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9Start-up procedure
There are several steps involved in starting up the boiler.
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
This appliance does not have a pilot. It is equipped with an ignition device
A.
which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand,
BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to
B.
smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on
the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
•
Do not try to light any appliance.
•
Do not touch any electric switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
•
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instruction.
•
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob. Never use tools.
C.
If the knob will not push in or turn by hand, don't try to repair it, call a qualified
service technician. Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion.
Do not use this appliance if any parts have been under water. Immediately call a
D.
qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of
the control system and any gas control which has been under water.
OPERATING INSTRUCTION
1. STOP! read the safety information above on this label.
2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance.
3. Set the thermostat or other operating control to lowest setting.
4. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which
automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand.
5. Close main gas shut off valve.
6. Wait (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas. Including near the
floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow "B" in the safety information above on
this label. If you don't smell gas, go to the next step.
7. Open main shut off valve.
8. Set the thermostat or other operation control to desired setting.
9. Turn on all electric power to the appliance.
10. If the appliance will not operate, follow the instruction "To Turn Off Gas To
Appliance" and call your service technician or gas supplier.
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
1. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed.
2. Set the thermostat or other operating control to lowest setting.
3. Close main gas shut off valve.
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9.1Testing for gas leaks
Prior to start-up of the boiler you must check the external
tightness of the gas supply valve and confirm this in the
start-up report.
WARNING
– Cover endangered positions before leak
testing.
– Do not spray the leak testing agent onto
cables, plugs or electrical connection lines.
Do not allow it to drip onto them either.
DANGER
Leaks may be caused to pipes and screw
connections during commissioning and maintenance activities.
– Carry out a proper leak test.
– Only use approved leak detection agents for
leak detection.
z Disconnect the heating system from the power supply.
z Check the exterior tightness of new conduit sections up
to and including the direct sealing point on the gas burner
fitting. The maximum test pressure allowed on the input
of the gas burner fitting is 14 inch W.C. (35 mbar).
Start-up procedure9
9.2Filling the boiler
Set the main switch to "1". P0.0 appears in the display of the
BC10 telling you that there is no system pressure.
z Fill the heating system to a pressure of around 20 psi
(1.5 bar).
NOTICE
Observe the space heating water requirements
as described in paragraph 1.4 on page 6.
z Observe the pressure on the BC10 or the P/T gauge in
the pump manifold for the heating circuit. The fill pressure of the system should be at least the required inlet
pressure for the expansion tank plus 7.2 psi (0.5 bar).
The minimum pressure is 15 psi (1.0 bar) (on a cold
system). The maximum pressure is 44 psi (3.0 bar) (if the
heating medium temperature is at its highest possible
level). If this pressure is exceeded, the pressure relief
valve will open.
NOTICE
If a relief valve discharges periodically, this may
be due to thermal expansion in a closed water
supply system. Contact the water supplier or
local plumbing inspector on how to correct the
situation. Never plug the relief valve.
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For first time start up it is necessary to set the DHW temperature knob and the space heating water temperature knob
to the desired setting (see subsection 10.3.2 and 10.3.3).
Factory setting is "0".
WARNING
There is a hot water scald potential if the BC10
is set too high.
9.3Filling the condensate trap
z Make sure that you fill the condensate trap with water.
This is to prevent exhaust gases from entering the room.
z Remove the condensate trap (see fig. 32).
z Fill with water and refit the condensate trap in reverse
order.
110
100
90
120
130
140
130
110
90
150
170
190
9.4Bleeding the gas supply valve
z Loosen the screw plug on the testing nipple for the gas
connection and venting (fig. 33, pos. 1) by two turns and
fit a hose.
z Slowly open the gas shut-off valve.
z Run the gas that is discharged through a water bath.
z Close the gas shut-off valve when no more air is
released.
z Remove the hose and tighten the screw plug again.
9.5Checking the combustion air/flue gas
connection
Check the following points:
– Is the prescribed combustion air/flue system used?
– Have the instructions for configuring the flue system as
specified in the relevant Installation instruction for the flue
gas system been observed?
Fig. 32 Filling water into the condensate trap
1
Fig. 33 Bleeding the gas supply conduit
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9.6Checking the orifices
CAUTION
The burner must only be commissioned if the
correct orifices are fitted (see table 6).
z Convert the burner fitting to another gas type
if required (see chapter 14 "Converting the
boiler to propane", page 52).
Start-up procedure9
9.7Inlet gas pressure
z Open at least one thermostatic radiator valve if present
to allow water to flow through the boiler.
Do not switch on the boiler.
z Close the gas shut-off valve. Loosen the screw plug on
the inlet gas pressure testing nipple by two turns (fig. 34,
pos. 1).
z Connect the pressure gauge connection hose to the
testing nipple (fig. 34, pos. 2).
z Slowly open the gas shut-off valve.
The boiler and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of
½ psi (3.5 kPa).
The boiler must be isolated from the gas supply piping
system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during
any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test
pressures equal to or less than ½ psi (3.5 kPa).
Boiler
capacity
24 kWNatural gas4.45 (0.174)
30 kWNatural gas4.45 (0.174)
45 kWNatural gas5.40 (0.213)
60 kWNatural gas7.50 (0.293)
Table 6 Gas orifice diameter
Type of gas
supply
LPG P3.35 (0.131)
LPG
P3.35 (0.131)
LPG P4.05 (0.158)
LPG
P5.40 (0.213)
Gas orifice diameter
in mm (inch)
Fig. 34 Measuring the inlet gas pressure
z Briefly press on the control panel cover to open it.
Fig. 35 Opening the control panel
z Switch on the heating system by setting the main switch
to position "1" (see chapter 10 "BC10 basic controller",
page 39).
z Press the "Chimney Sweep"
d button and hold it (for
approx. two seconds) until the display shows a decimal
point.
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z Measure the gas connection pressure as soon as the
"Burner" LED lights and enter this value in the start-up
report.
The inlet gas pressure must be:
– for natural gas - min. 3.5 to 10.5 inch W.C (8.7 to
26.1 mbar), nominal supply pressure 7.0 inch W.C.
(17,4 mbar)
– for LPG - min. 8.0 to 13.0 inch W.C. (19.9 to 32.3 mbar),
nominal supply pressure 11.0 inch W.C. (27.4 mbar).
z Repeatedly press the "Service"
temperature indication is displayed.
z Press the "Chimney Sweep"
measurement procedure.
z Close the gas shut-off valve.
z Remove the connection hose again and tighten the
screw plug on the testing nipple.
z Open the gas shut-off valve again.
CAUTION
– Contact the relevant gas utility company if the
required inlet gas pressure is not available.
– Install a gas pressure regulator before the
gas burner fitting if the supply pressure is too
high.
e button until the
d button to end the
9.8Checking and adjusting the gas/air ratio
z Switch off the heating system using the main switch.
z Loosen the screw plug on the measuring nipple for the
burner pressure by two rotations (fig. 36, pos. 1).
z Set the pressure gauge to zero.
z Use a hose to connect the plus terminal of the pressure
gauge to the burner pressure measuring nipple (fig. 36,
pos. 2).
1
2
Fig. 36 Checking the gas/air ratio
z Switch on the heating system using the main switch.
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z Press the "Chimney Sweep" d button and hold it (for
approx. two seconds) until the display shows the decimal
point.
Start-up procedure9
z Press and hold the "Chimney Sweep"
d and "Service"
e buttons (for approx. five seconds) until the display
shows "Lxx" (e. g. L80).
z Set the boiler to partial load "L30" by pressing the
"Chimney Sweep"
"Reset"
z Read out the differential pressure.
The differential pressure (p
W.C. (- 5 Pa) (±0.02 inch W.C. = ± 5 Pa) (read-out on
pressure gauge: -0.04 – 0 inch W.C. = -10 – 0 Pa).
z Enter the value measured in the start-up report.
z If the gas/air ratio is not correct it can be adjusted using
the adjustment screw (fig. 37, pos. 1). The adjustment
screw is located behind the cover screw.
z Repeatedly press the "Service"
temperature indication is displayed.
z Press the "Chimney Sweep"
point is cleared from the display.
c button (lower values).
d button (higher values) or the
– p
Gas
) must be -0.02 inch
Air
e button until the
d button until the decimal
+
= higher values= lower values
Fig. 37 Setting the gas/air ratio
z Switch off the heating system using the main switch.
z Remove the measurement set-up, tighten the screw in
the burner pressure measuring nipple.
z Switch on the heating system using the main switch.
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9.9Carrying out a leak test in operating
conditions
z Check all gaskets and joints in the burner gas circuit for
leaks while the burner is operational, using a foaming
agent.
DANGER
Leaks may be caused to pipes and screw
connections during start-up activities if flammable gas explodes.
– Only use approved leak detection agents for
leak detection such as a soapy water
solution.
CAUTION
due to a short circuit.
– Cover damageable parts before leak testing.
– Do not spray the leak testing agent onto
cables, plugs or electrical connection lines.
Do not allow it to drip onto them either.
9.10Measuring the carbon monoxide content
(CO)
z Measure the carbon monoxide content on the flue gas
sampling point (fig. 38).
The CO values in an air-free condition must be below
400 ppm or 0.04 vol. %.
Values of 400 ppm and up indicate that the burner adjustment may be wrong, the gas burner fitting or the heat
exchanger are dirty or that there may be burner faults.
z You must establish and resolve the cause. The boiler
must be operational when you do this.
9.11Function testing
z You must check the functioning and, if readjustment is
possible, the adjustment of all control, regulating and
safety devices when carrying out start-up tests, annual
inspections or maintenance as required.
z You must also test the gas and water lines for leaks.
Fig. 38 Flue gas sampling point
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9.12Measuring the ionization current
z Switch off the heating system using the main switch.
z Disconnect the plug and socket connection of the moni-
toring cable and connect the measuring device in series
(fig. 39). Select the µA direct current range on the
measuring device. The measuring device must have
a resolution of at least 1 µA.
Start-up procedure9
z Switch on the heating system using the main switch.
z Press the "Chimney Sweep"
approx. two seconds), until the display shows the
decimal point.
z Press and hold the "Chimney Sweep"
d button and hold it (for
d and "Service"
e buttons, until the display shows "Lxx" (e. g. L80).
z Set the boiler to partial load "L30" by pressing the
"Chimney Sweep"
"Reset"
z Measure the ionization current. When the boiler is in
partial load mode the ionization current must be > 5 µA
DC.
z Enter the value measured in the start-up report.
z Repeatedly press the "Service"
temperature indication is displayed.
z Press the "Chimney Sweep"
measurement procedure.
z Switch off the heating system using the main switch.
z Remove the measuring device and restore the plug and
socket connection.
c button (lower values).
d button (higher values) or the
e button, until the
d button to end the
Fig. 39 Measuring the ionization current
+
= higher values= lower values
z Switch on the heating system again using the main
switch.
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z Push against the drawer (fig. 40) to close the control
panel.
9.13Testing the Ignition Safety shut off
device
z Switch off the heating system using the main switch.
z Disconnect the plug and socket connection of the moni-
toring cable.
z Switch on the heating system using the main switch.
z Press the "Chimney Sweep"
approx. two seconds), until the display shows the
decimal point.
z Check if the boiler does one start-up attempt and three
restart attampts.
After each start-up attempt the boiler will signal a start-up
failure. A "6A" code can be seen in the display.
After the last start-up attempt, the boiler will lock out. The
"6A" code is blinking in the display.
z Connect the plug and socket connection of the moni-
toring cable.
z Press the reset button.
z Check if the boiler starts-up.
z Press the "Chimney Sweep" button return to normal
operating conditions.
d button and hold it (for
Fig. 40 Closing the control panel
9.14Installing the casing
z Install the casing and close the latches (fig. 41).
Do not lift the casing by the latches!
z Lock the latches using the radiator key.
9.15Informing the owner, handing over the
technical documents
z Show the owner how the heating system works and how
the boiler can be operated. Hand over the technical
documents.
Fig. 41 Installing the casing
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10BC10 basic controller
10.1Operating the BC10 basic controller
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2
36
110
100
90
120
130
140
1
4
110
90
1011
Fig. 42 BC10 basic controller – Controls
pos. 1: Main switch
pos. 2: DHW temperature knob
pos. 3: LED "DHW status"
pos. 4: Display
pos. 5: Space heating water temperature knob
pos. 6: LED "Heating system status"
10.1.1 Switching the heating system on and off
Switching on the heating system
5
130
150
170
190
9
812
pos. 7: Under the cover a RC system controller can be installed
(not available).
pos. 8: LED "Burner Operation"
pos. 9: Service Tool connector
pos. 10: "Service"
pos. 11: "Chimney sweep"
pos. 12: "Reset" c button
7
e button
d button
z Set the main switch on the BC10 basic controller to
position "1" (On).
Switching off the heating system
z Set the main switch on the BC10 basic controller to
position "0" (Off).
10.1.2 Displaying the operating conditions of the
burner and resetting the burner or resetting
burner faults
Displaying the operating conditions of the burner
The LED indicates the operating condition of the burner.
LED ConditionExplanation
On Burner
operational
Off Burner offThe water in the boiler has reached the
Table 7 LED indication
The water in the boiler is being heated.
required temperature or there is no heat
request.
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Resetting the boiler or resetting faults
If the boiler is down due to a fault, you can reset the boiler
by pressing the "Reset"
so-called lock-out faults. There is another type of fault, socalled blocking faults, that reset themselves when the cause
has been remedied.
c button. This is only possible for
z Press the "Reset"
The display shows "rE" while resetting.
It is only possible to reset the boiler when a lock-out code
(blinking fault code) is visible in the display.
NOTICE
If the burner returns to fault mode after resetting
the boiler, you must resolve the fault using the
servicing section in this document.
Contact your supplier if necessary.
10.1.3 Displaying the heating system status and/or
faults
The display of the BC10 basic controller shows the status of
the heating system.
In the event of a fault the display immediately shows the fault
or the warning in the form of an error code (see
subsection 15.2). The status display will flash if the fault is a
lock-out fault.
z Press the "Service"
displays or to read out the service and error codes.
z Resolve the fault see subsection 15.3.
The following status displays can be seen depending on the
operating conditions:
c button to reset the boiler.
e button to switch between status
rE
Displays
(examples)
140
1)
P21
ValuesMeaningOperating condition/Remedy
number 0 ... 199 2)Current boiler water temperature (in °F)
> P15Current system pressure (in psi)Normal operating conditions
-H
Table 8 Possible status displays
1)
Standard display for this operating condition. This display appears after 5 minutes if no button is pressed.
2)
The temperature is higher as 199° when 199 is blinking in the display.
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Displays
(examples)
P12
H7
P3
1)
(changing)
-H
140
P12
1)
(flashing)
207
140
P3
ValuesMeaningOperating condition/Remedy
P3 ... P12Warning:
System pressure is too low (between 3 and 12 psi
= 0.2 and 0.8 bar)
number 0 ... 199 2)Current boiler water temperature (in °F)
P3 ... P12Current system pressure (in psi)
< P3Fault: system pressure is far too low (< 3 psi =
< 0.2 bar)
Error code
number > 200
number 0 ... 199
< P3Current system pressure (in psi)
Remedy the error see servicing section
2)
Current boiler water temperature (in °F)
Warning
Heating system remains operational
between 12 psi and 3 psi (0.8 and 0.2 bar).
Fill the heating system and restore the
minimum filling pressure (≥ 14.5 psi =
≥ 1.0 bar).
The system pressure is shown for
10 minutes after which the standard
display returns.
Fault
Burner and boiler circuit pump are not
operational. Frost protection is active up to
2 psi (0.1 bar).
The heating system will only become
operational again if the pressure is back to
14.5 psi (1.0 bar).
Fill the heating system and restore the
minimum filling pressure (≥ 14.5 psi =
≥ 1.0 bar).
The system pressure is shown for
10 minutes after which the standard
display returns.
3A
A12
-
1)
(partially
flashing)
207
140
P21
1)
816
-H
140
P21
(flashing)
Combination of
letters and digits
number > 199
number 0 ... 199
> P15Current system pressure (in psi)
A00 ... A99Service codeSystem faults
number > 800
number 0 ... 199Current boiler water temperature (in °F)
> P15Current system pressure (in psi)
Service codeFault
Error code
Remedy the error using the servicing section in
this manual
2)
Current boiler water temperature (in °F)
Error code
Remedy the error using the service section in this
manual
Fault
No communication between BC10 and automatic
gas burner.
Lock-out faults (flashing display) must be
reset by pressing the "Reset"
Blocking faults reset automatically as soon
as the cause has been removed.
Remedy any blocking faults that remain
active for a long time using the service
section in this manual.
System faults are faults in the heating
system that do not affect the burner
operation.
Fault
Remedy the error using the service section
in this manual.
Check the connections to both devices.
Check the communication lines.
c button.
Table 8 Possible status displays
1)
Standard display for this operating condition. This display appears after 5 minutes if no button is pressed.
2)
The temperature is higher as 199° when 199 is blinking in the display.
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10.2Carrying out additional tasks
10.2.1 Carrying out a flue gas test
The "Chimney Sweep"
The heating control system works at the maximum flow
temperature for 30 minutes. This is set on the BC10 basic
controller using the "maximum heater temperature" knob.
During flue gas testing the decimal point lights up in the
display.
d button is used for the flue gas test.
z Press and hold the "Chimney Sweep"
(< 5 seconds) until the decimal point is displayed.
z Carry out the flue gas test.
z Press the "Chimney Sweep"
flue gas test.
10.2.2 Selecting partial load operation (e. g. during flue
gas testing)
You can operate the boiler at a reduced boiler capacity
during flue gas testing. This reduction is only effective for the
duration of the flue gas test.
z Press the "Chimney Sweep"
until the decimal point shows in the status display. This
will switch on the flue gas test.
z Press and hold the "Chimney Sweep"
d button to interrupt the
d button (max. 2 seconds)
d button
d and "Service"
e buttons (for approx. 5 seconds) to enter the partial
load mode.
z Press the "Reset"
percentage.
Example: boiler capacity reduced to 50 % of the rated boiler
capacity.
c button to reduce the boiler capacity
+
L50.
z Press the "Chimney Sweep"
boiler capacity percentage.
z When test is completed, press the "Service"
until the temperature indication is displayed.
z Press the "Chimney Sweep"
point is cleared from the display.
10.2.3 Switching the heating system to manual mode
In manual mode the heating system can be operated independently of an external control unit. The boiler is operated
with the heating system temperature set on the right knob
serving as the target value.
A blinking decimal point is displayed while manual mode is
active.
z Press the "Chimney Sweep"
5 seconds) until the decimal point in the status display
flashes.
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d button to increase the
e button
d button until the decimal
d button (for more than
z Turn the knob to set the maximum space heating system
temperature.
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130
110
90
150
170
190
z Press the "Chimney Sweep"
d button to exit manual
mode.
WARNING
– Turn the "space heating system
temperature" knob to limit the heating
system temperature to the permissible flow
temperature for the floor heating circuit (e. g.
86 – 104 °F = 30 – 40 °C), so pipes will not
overheat.
DANGER
The heating system can freeze up if a power
failure occurs or after switching off the power
supply, because manual operation then is no
longer active.
– You must re-activate manual operation after
switching on the system to keep the heating
system operational (especially if there is a
risk of frost).
Setting the heating capacity depending on the maximum
heat requirement (see table 9).
z Press and hold the "Chimney Sweep"
d and "Service"
e buttons until an "L" with a double-digit value (e. g.
L80) or an "L" followed by two dashes (L--) is displayed.
Factory setting "L--".
z Set the heating capacity by pressing the "Chimney
Sweep"
button (lower values).
z Press the "Service"
d button (higher values) or the "Reset" c
e button to confirm the setting.
+
L--
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10.3.2 Setting the DHW temperature value
z Turn the "DHW temperature" rotary knob to set the
desired temperature of the hot water in the hot-water
tank.
100
90
120
130
140
ConditionExplanationLED
0OffNo hot water supply (only heating mode).Off
1
Eco
Economy mode,
Hot water temperature 140 °F
(60 °C)
The DHW will only be reheated to 140 °F (60 °C), if the temperature has signifcantly
fallen. This reduces the number of burner starts and saves energy. As a result the
water may be a bit colder initially.
86 – 140 Direct setting on BC10 in °FThe temperature set on the BC10 is a temperature that cannot be changed using a
RC thermostat.
AutEntry via thermostat
(presetting)
The temperature is set on the thermostat (e. g. RC30). If no thermostat is connected,
the maximum DHW temperature is 140 °F (60 °C).
Table 10 Settings of "DHW temperature" knob
1
This function has been optimized for boilers with combined DHW heating (combi-units).
2
The heating program (timer) of the room control unit remains active, as a result of which no hot water is heated during night-time operation.
3
The LED under the rotary knob lights up if the DHW temperature is below the target value (heat request for DHW).
10.3.3 Entering the space heating water temperature
130
z Turn the "space heating water temperature" knob to set
the upper limit value of the heater water for the heating
operation. This limitation does not apply to DHW prepa-
110
90
150
170
190
ration.
On
On
On
2
2
2
ConditionExplanationLED
0OffNo supply to heating system (only DHW heating operation).Off
86 – 190Direct setting on BC10 in °F
(86 – 190 °F = 30 – 90 °C)
AutEntry via thermostat
(presetting)
The temperature set on the BC10 is a temperature that cannot be changed using a
RC thermostat. Supply temperature does not rise above the set temperature.
The temperature is automatically determined on the basis of the heating
characteristic. If no thermostat is connected, the maximum heater temperature is
190 °F (90 °C).
Table 11 Settings of "space heating water temperature" rotary knob
1
The LED under the rotary knob lights up when the heating system is switched on and heat is requested. In summer mode the heating system is
switched off (LED off).
On
On
1
1
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10.3.4 Setting the pump post-purge period
A pump must be connected to PK (see fig. 29, pos. 7) of the
external connection board in order to be able to set the
pump run over time.
CAUTION
– Set the boiler primary pump post-purge
period to 24 hours if the heating system is
controlled by room temperature sensor and
there is a risk of parts of the heating system
that are outside the coverage of the room
thermostat freezing (e. g. radiators in a
garage; constant circulation).
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z Press and hold the "Chimney Sweep"
d and "Service"
e buttons until the display shows "L--".
z Press the "Service"
The heating system has been factory-set to a pump postpurge period of 5 minutes.
z Press the "Chimney Sweep"
set the pump post-purge period. The pump post-purge
period can be set from 5 – 60 minutes (F5 - F60) or to
24 hours (F1d).
z Press the "Service"
NOTICE
On thermostat only systems a 5 to 10 minute
post-purge setting is recommended to purge
heat from the boiler.
e button. The display shows "F05".
d or "Reset" c buttons to
e button to confirm the setting.
+
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11Shutting down the system
DANGER
The heating system may freeze if it is not
operational in times of frost.
Protect the heating system against freezing if
there is a danger of frost affecting the system.
Drain the heating system water from the lowest
point of the heating system.
The vent screw at the highest point of the
heating system must then be open.
DANGER
Should overheating occur or gas supply fail to
shut off, turn off the manual gas control valve to
the boiler.
11.1Shut down the heating system using the
control unit
Shut down your heating system using the BC10 basic
controller. When the BC10 basic controller is shut down, the
burner is also switched off automatically. Further information
on how to operate the BC10 basic controller can be found in
chapter 10 "BC10 basic controller", page 39.
z Switch off the heating system using the main switch.
z Close the main shut-off valve or the gas shut-off valve.
11.2Shutting down the heating system in the
event of an emergency
You must immediately close the main shut-off valve or gas
shut-off valve and disconnect the power from the heating
system.
z Close the main shut-off valve.
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12Inspection
We advise you to offer your customer an annual inspection
and maintenance contract (for the contents of this contract,
see page 59 and page 60).
If inspection reveals that maintenance work is necessary
you can carry this out as required (see chapter 13 "Maintenance", page 49).
CAUTION
– Check and clean the heating system once a
year.
– Carry out a maintenance overhaul if
necessary. Immediately repair defects to
avoid damage to the heating system!
WARNING
Do not use this boiler if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the boiler and to replace any
part of the control system and any gas control
which has been under water.
CAUTION
Risk of electric shock.
– Before opening the system:
disconnect the heating system from the
power supply using the heating system
emergency OFF button or disconnect the
relevant circuit breaker of the house from the
power grid.
– Secure the heating system against
accidental restarting.
Inspection12
z Periodically examine the venting systems and cleaning
of the screens in the vent terminal.
z Also periodically inspect the low water cutoffs, including
flushing of float types and clean the condensate collections and disposal system.
12.1Preparing the boiler for inspection
z Switch off the heating system using the main switch.
z Remove the cover from the boiler (fig. 7, page 13).
INSTRUCTION FOR THE INSTALLER
– If gas pipes have to be disconnected from the
gas burner fitting, the burner cover must only
be opened by a specialized professional.
12.2Visual inspection for general signs of
corrosion
z Check all gas and water pipes for signs of corrosion.
z Replace any pipes that are corroded.
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12.3Internal leak testing
z Switch off the heating system using the main switch.
z Test for internal leaks of the gas burner fitting on the inlet
side, applying a test pressure of 7.0 inch W.C.
(17.4 mbar) in case of natural gas and 11.0 mbar
(27.4 mbar) in case of LPG.
After one minute the pressure must not have dropped by
more than 3.8 inch W.C. (10 mbar).
z If the pressure has dropped more, you must check all
gaskets and joints upstream of the gas burner fitting for
leaks using a foaming agent. Repeat the pressure test if
no leaks are found. If the pressure has again dropped by
more than 3.8 inch W.C. (10 mbar) per minute you will
have to replace the gas burner fitting.
12.4Measuring the ionization current
See subsection 9.12 "Measuring the ionization current",
page 37.
12.5Measuring the inlet gas pressure
See subsection 9.7 "Inlet gas pressure", page 33.
12.6Checking and adjusting the gas/air ratio
See subsection 9.8 "Checking and adjusting the gas/air
ratio", page 34.
12.7Carrying out a gas leak test in operating
conditions
See subsection 9.9 "Carrying out a leak test in operating
conditions", page 36.
12.8Measuring the carbon monoxide content
(CO)
See subsection 9.10 "Measuring the carbon monoxide
content (CO)", page 36.
12.9Carrying out a pressure test of the
heating system
See chapter 9 "Start-up procedure", page 30.
12.10 Checking the functioning and the safety
of the air intake and flue gas conduit
See subsection 9.5 "Checking the combustion air/flue gas
connection", page 32.
12.11 Checking venting systems
Check air intake and flue gas for obstruction or damage.
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13Maintenance
CAUTION
There is no need to lubricate the combustion
motor as it is permanently lubricated.
z Switch off the heating system using the main switch.
z Close the gas shut-off valve.
z Remove the casing.
13.1Cleaning the heat exchanger, burner
and condensate trap
CAUTION
To avoid a short circuit.
– Do not spray the cleaning agent onto the
burner, the hot surface ignitor, the ionization
electrode or other electric components.
z Dismantle the hot surface ignitor and the ionization elec-
trode.
z Loosen the fastening nuts (fig. 43, pos. 1).
z Remove the earth cable (fig. 43, pos. 2).
Maintenance13
Fig. 43 Removing the hot surface ignitor and the ionization
electrode
z Remove the retaining plate.
z Pull the hot surface ignitor (fig. 43, pos. 3) and the ioniza-
tion electrode (fig. 43, pos. 4) out of the heat exchanger.
z Loosen the threaded connection to the gas control valve
(fig. 44, pos. 1) and pull the plug (fig. 44, pos. 2) from the
gas valve terminal block.
z Pull the plug from the fan unit (fig. 44, pos. 3).
5
4
1
Fig. 44 Removing the connections
5
4
3
2
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z Loosen both sets of retaining clips (fig. 44, pos. 4 and 5)
of the burner cover and remove the burner cover with the
fan unit and the gas burner fitting (fig. 45, pos. 1).
z Remove the gas/air distributor plate (fig. 45, pos. 2), the
orifice plate (GB142-24, GB142-30 and GB142-60 only,
fig. 45, pos. 3) and the burner (fig. 45, pos. 4). Note that
the orifice plate of the GB142-60 has a different shape.
z Clean the gas/air distributor plate, the orifice plate
(GB142-24, GB142-30 and GB142-60 only) and the
burner using compressed air.
z Remove the baffle plate and clean it using compressed
air (fig. 46).
1
2
3
4
Fig. 45 Cleaning the burner cover, gas/air distributor plate,
orifice plate and burner
z Flush the heat exchanger with water.
z Re-assemble all parts in reverse order of disassembly.
NOTICE
It is important to inspect and properly replace
the rubber gaskets.
z Switch on the heating system using the main switch.
z Press the "Chimney Sweep"
point is displayed. Leave the boiler on for approx.
10 minutes.
d button until the decimal
Fig. 46 Baffle plate
1
Fig. 47 Cleaning the heat exchanger
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z Switch off the heating system using the main switch.
z Dismantle the boiler again and flush the heat exchanger
with water.
z Pull the condensate trap from the condensate plate
(fig. 48, pos. 1).
z Loosen the condensate trap from the connection (fig. 48,
pos. 2) and remove it.
z Use a bristle brush to clean the condensate trap.
z Flush the condensate trap.
z Fill the condensate trap with water before re-installing it.
z Check the condensate trap gasket for damage and
replace it if necessary.
z Re-assemble all parts in reverse order of disassembly.
Maintenance13
1
2
Fig. 48 Condensate trap
13.2Checking and adjusting the gas/air-ratio
See chapter 9.8 "Checking and adjusting the gas/air ratio",
page 34.
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Converting the boiler to propane14
14Converting the boiler to propane
To convert the boiler to propane, the following instructions
must be adhered to:
DANGER
if flammable gas explodes.
Only carry out work on gas conduits and fittings
if you are licensed for such work.
z Turn off the gas supply.
z Switch off the heating system using the main switch.
z Disconnect the electrical power to the boiler.
z Set the thermostat or other operating control to lowest
setting.
z Remove the casing (fig. 49).
z Loosen the screw connection on the gas valve (fig. 44,
pos. 1, page 49) and pull the plug (fig. 44, pos. 2,
page 49) from the gas valve.
z Pull both plugs from the fan unit (fig. 44, pos. 3,
page 49).
z Loosen both retaining clips (fig. 44, pos. 4, page 49) on
the burner cover and remove the burner cover together
with the fan unit and the gas valve.
z Loosen the three crosshead screws and remove the gas
valve from the fan unit (fig. 50, pos. 1).
z Remove the gas orifice (fig. 50, pos. 2).
GB142-24/30GB142-45/60
Fig. 49 Remove the casing
2
1
Fig. 50 Replacing the gas orifice
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Converting the boiler to propane14
z Fit the right orifice for the new type of gas supply (see
table 12). Make sure not to damage the O-rings.
z Re-assemble all parts in reverse order of disassembly.
z Carry out the start-up activities and complete a new start-
up report.
z Also check all joints and gaskets affected by the installa-
tion activities while carrying out the tightness test in operating conditions.
z Place a new sticker underneath the existing rating plate
sticker indicating the type of gas supply installed. Fill out
the required information on the conversion label.
z Fit the casing again.
Boiler
capacity
24 kWNatural gas4.45 (0.174)
30 kWNatural gas4.45 (0.174)
45 kWNatural gas5.40 (0.213)
60 kWNatural gas7.50 (0.293)
Table 12 Gas orifice diameter
Type of
gas supply
LPG P3.35 (0.131)
LPG
P3.35 (0.131)
LPG P4.05 (0.158)
LPG
P5.40 (0.213)
Gas orifice diameter
in mm (inch)
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Appendix15
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15Appendix
15.1Operating messages
z Press the "Service" e button a number of times to switch
Burner interval circuit, burner will start automatically after 10 minutes
Burner is started
More capacity was delivered than required
Standby
Gas burner fitting is opened
Initializing/ pre purge
Flow temperature higher than set
Boiler in flue gas test
Manual mode
Reset
[r/e/\|
Table 13 Normal operating messages
* “- H” May also appear when the boiler is in frost protection mode. There has been a continuous DHW demand and CH request for more then one hour.
The boiler then switches to CH mode. The operating code flashing in the display after the service button is pressed is A01/ 818.
To enable the DHW, restart the boiler.
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Blinking dot in right-
hand bottom corner
Boiler in manual mode
Reset (after holding the "Reset" c button for 5 seconds, the heating system is returned to its
switch-on condition)
15.2Error messages
z Press the "Service" e button to display the service code
(e. g. "3A").
z Press the "Service"
(e. g. "207").
The error message is a combination of the service code
(e. g. "3A") and the error code (e. g. "207"). You can only
resolve the error message using the Service chapter in this
manual.
INSTRUCTION FOR INSTALLERS
The display may also show system faults (e. g.
"A11"). In principle, they are identified by the
initial letter "A" and they refer to faults between
the boiler and the additionally available electronic components.
e button to display the error code
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DisplayMeaning
2Water flow / water pressure
E207System pressure too low < 3 psi (0.2 bar).
F271Temperature difference between safety and supply
sensors too much or no temperature increase after
starting the burner.
L266Test of pump operation via a pressure increase in the
heating system (during pump start).
PTemperature increase of safety sensor or supply
sensor too high.
UTemperature difference between supply and return
sensor too much.
YPump feedback fault.
3Fan speed
A264Fan unit failed during operation.
F273Continuous 24 hour operation.
L214Fan shut down during security test.
P216Fan unit is running too slowly.
Y215Fan unit is running too fast.
4Temperatures
A218Supply sensor over 220 °F (105 °C).
E278Sensor test failed
L220Safety sensor affected by short circuit or higher than
266 °F (130 °C).
P 221 Loose contact or defective safety sensor.
U 222 Supply sensor affected by short circuit.
Y 223 Loose contact or faulty supply sensor.
DisplayMeaning
6Flame monitoring
A 227 No ionization message after ignition.
C 228
L306The flame went out during the heating phase.
P 229 Hot-surface ignitor on for too long.
7Grid voltage
C 231 The grid power was interrupted after an error.
L261
8External switching contact
YExternal switching contact, e. g. temperature
9System faults
A235Communication fault between UBA and KIM.
H 237
P 239 UBA fault.
L 234
U233KIM out of order.
YCommunication fault between BC10 basic
ESystem faults
1, A, C,
F, H, L,
Ionization measured before burner start.
306
UBA fault.
280
safety switch for floor heating, has taken place.
UBA fault.
267
272
Faulty gas burner fitting cable connection.
238
239
controller and UBA.
Internal UBA fault.
Y
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1. Test the general condition of the heating system
2. Carry out a visual inspection and test the functions of the
heating system
3. Test all gas and water conduits and fittings for:
– their tightness during operation
– visible corrosion
– signs of aging
– fill the condensate trap
48
47
32
4. Check the burner, the heat exchanger and the condensate trap for
pollution. First shut down the heating system
5. Check the burner and the ignition and ionization electrodes.
First shut down the heating system
6. Measure the ionization current37_______ µA_______ µA_______ µA
7. Measure the gas connection pressure (flow pressure)33_______ psi_______ psi_______ psi
8. Check the gas/air ratio34_____ inch W.C. _____ inch W.C. _____ inch W.C.
9. Carry out a gas tightness test in operating conditions48
10. Measure the carbon monoxide content (CO)48_______ ppm_______ ppm_______ ppm
11. Check the water pressure of the heating system
– Inlet pressure of expansion tank (also see the
Installation Instructions for the expansion tank)
– Filling pressure
12. Check the operation and safety of the air intake and flue pipe32
13. Check that the thermostat is set in line with the needs
(see documents with thermostat)
14. Final check of inspection activities, note down the measurement
and test results
49
49
3030_______
_______ psi
_______ psi
39
15. Confirm proper inspection
Company
stamp/signature
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Company
stamp/signature
Company
stamp/signature
Reports16
16.3Maintenance report
z Sign for the maintenance activities that you have carried
1.Clean the burner, the heat exchanger and the condensate trap.
First shut down the heating system
2.Check and adjust the gas/air ratio
CO
content with full load
2
CO
content with partial load
2
3.Confirm proper maintenance
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34_____________ inch W.C.
_______________ %
_______________ %
Company stamp/
Signature
_____________ inch W.C.
_______________ %
_______________ %
Company stamp/
Signature
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Spare parts17
17Spare parts
Below is a list of the spare parts for this boiler. Look up the position number in the exploded view drawing on the next two
pages for the illustration. Spare parts may be ordered from Buderus.
Pos.DescriptionProduct No.
Casing 24/30 kW7099988
1
Casing 45/60 kW7099901
2Casing latches left (2 pc)7099039
3Casing latches right (2 pc)7099038
Casing seal 24/30 kW7098752
4
Casing seal 45/60 kW7098798
5Wall mounting bracket7098364
Back panel 24/30 kW7099001
6
Back panel 45/60 kW7099903
7Cap air vent7100250
8Exhaust adapter 3” – 3”28268
9Seal ring Ø 3”77470s
10Seal ring Ø 80 mm7096475
11Flue gas collector7098857
12Oval seal7098858
Heat exchanger 24/30 kW7746900159
13
Heat exchanger 45 kW7746900160
Heat exchanger 60 kW7746900161
14Heat exchanger baffle 24/30 kW7098828
Seal condensate collector 24/30 kW7098834
15
Seal condensate collector 45 kW7098838
Seal condensate collector 60 kW67900522
Condensate collector + sealing 24/30 kW7098840
16
Condensate collector + sealing 45 kW7098844
Condensate collector + sealing 60 kW67900521
17Clamp7098848
18Sensor NTC7100136
19Revision set air vent **7098822
20Sight glass7098575
Casing
CO values
Combustion air/flue gas connection
Condensate
Condensate trap
Condensate water drain
Connection 120 volts
Connections (for gas, flue gas and water)