The Ideal Mexico is a range of cast iron floor standing gas central heating boilers. Both
balanced or conventional flue versions are available. A complete range of both natural
gas and propane models. The range offers Super models and, for when space is tight,
there are Slimline models available.
Easy to install, easy to operate and easy to service. The Ideal Mexico really is the
ultimate replacement floor standing range - you can depend on it.
Proven reliability...
Proven cast iron heat exchanger engineered and refined to be the most dependable
floor standing boiler ensuring totally calm operation and quiet running, whatever the
system demands.
Complete range...
27 models, including 4 Slimline models at only 250mm wide and 8 propane Super
models. Option kit availability includes an easy to use programmer kit available on all
models, an overheat thermostat kit for all models and a pump kit that can be housed
within the casing, available for all models except the Super CF 3/140 & CF 3/140P.
Full system suitability...
All models are suitable for connection to pumped open vent central heating systems,
pumped central heating combined with pumped or gravity indirect domestic hot water
supply systems. They can also be used on sealed water systems when used in
conjunction with the optional Overheat Thermostat Kit.
Free Guarantee: 1st Year Ideal Care
The home owner is entitled to 12 months free Ideal Care, which includes both parts
and labour, to restore the boiler to full function. Please encourage the home owner to
complete and return the registration form in their Householder’s pack within 30 days of
installation.
Optional Extra Year Cover with Ideal Care
You may wish to offer your own annual service plan or you may wish to advise the
home owner to complete their application form for the appropriate level of extended
Ideal Care - Silver, Gold or Platinum. Full details are available in the Ideal Care brochure.
CAUTION.
this appliance, care should be taken when handling edges of sheet steel components.
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To avoid the possibility of injury during the installation, servicing or cleaning of
*The value is used in the UK government's Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) for energy rating of dwellings.
The test data from which it has been calculated have been certified by BGplc 0087.
Note.
Gas consumption is calculated using a calorific value of 38.7
3
(1038 Btu/ft3) gross or 34.9 MJ/m3 (935 Btu/ft3) nett.
MJ/m
To obtain the gas consumption at a different calorific value:-
a. For l/s - divide the gross heat input (kW) by the gross
C.V. of the gas (MJ/m3)
b. For ft3/h - divide the gross heat input (Btu/h) by the gross
C.V. of the gas (Btu/ft3)
c. The appliance is pre-set at the factory to the highest
nominal rating.
Key to symbols
IE = Ireland GB = United Kingdom (Countries of destination)
PMS = Maximum operating pressure of water
= A room sealed appliance designed for connection via
C
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ducts to a horizontal terminal, which admits fresh air
to the burner and discharges the products of
combustion to the outside without a fan in the
combustion products circuit.
I
= An appliance designed for use on 2nd Family gas,
2H
Group H only.
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GENERAL
CONTENTS
Air Supply. ..................................................................... 7
Gas Safety Regulations ................................................ 5
Gas Supply .................................................................... 7
Mexico Super RS
Mexico SuperRS 3/40G.C. No. 41 349 27
Mexico SuperRS 3/50G.C. No. 41 349 28
Mexico SuperRS 3/60G.C. No. 41 349 29
Mexico SuperRS 3/70G.C. No. 41 349 30
Mexico SuperRS 3/80G.C. No. 41 349 31
Natural Gas onlyAppliance type: C
Certified - P.I. No. 87 AT 14
Destination Countries: GB & IE.
INTRODUCTION
Mexico Super RS range is of floor standing, natural draught,
balanced flue gas boilers. They are range-rated to provide
central heating outputs of 8.8 kW (30,000 Btu/h) to 23.4 kW
(80,000 Btu/h).
The boiler has a cast iron heat exchanger and is supplied
fully assembled, complete with a white enamelled mild
steel casing.
A door at the top of the casing front panel hinges down,
revealing the boiler thermostat control (and programmer,
if fitted).
Water Connections .............................................. 5 & 14
Water Systems ............................................................ 15
The boilers are suitable, as standard, for connection to
open-vented systems ONLY - an overheat thermostat kit
is available to allow the boiler to be used on sealed water
systems.
The systems may be:
z pumped or gravity circulating indirect DHW only
z pumped central heating only
z pumped central heating combined with either a
pumped or gravity circulating indirect DHW circuit.
PTIONAL EXTRA KITS
Programmer KitFits neatly within the casing. Separate
fitting instructions are included with this kit.
Pump KitFits neatly within the casing. Separate
fitting instructions are included with this kit.
OverheatAvailable to allow the boiler to be used
Thermostat Kiton sealed water systems.
NOTE TO THE INSTALLER:
LEAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS ADJACENT TO THE GAS METER.
ALSO COMPLETE THE BENCHMARK LOG BOOK
AND GIVE THIS TO THE CUSTOMER.
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GENERAL
GAS SAFETY
Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1994,
amendments 1996 or rules in force.
It is law that all gas appliances are installed by a CORGI registered
installer (identified by
Failure to install appliances correctly could lead to prosecution. It
is in your own interest, and that of safety, to ensure the law is
complied with.
The installation of the boiler MUST also be in accordance with the
latest I.E.E (BS 7671) Wiring Regulations, local building regulations,
bylaws of the local water authority, the Building Regulations and
Building Standards (Scotland) and any relevant requirements of
the local authority.
Detailed recommendations are contained in the following British
Standard Codes of Practice:
BS. 6891Low pressure installation pipes.
BS. 6798Installation of gas fired hot water boilers of rated
input not exceeding 60 kW.
BS. 5449:1Forced circulation hot water systems (small bore and
microbore domestic central heating systems).
BS. 5546Installation of gas hot water supplies for domestic
purposes (2nd Family Gases).
BS. 5440: 1Flues for gas appliances of rated input not
exceeding 60 kW.
BS. 5440: 2 Ventilation for gas appliances of rated input not
exceeding 60 kW.
BS 7593Treatment of water in Domestic Hot Water Central
Heating Systems.
) in accordance with the above regulations.
Health and Safety Document No. 635.
The Electricity at Work Regulations, 1989.
Manufacturer’s notes must NOT be taken in any way as overriding
statutory obligations.
IMPORTANT. These appliances are certificated by the British
Standards Institution for safety and performance. It is important,
therefore, that no external control devices, e.g. flue dampers,
economisers etc., are directly connected to these appliances unless
covered by these Installation and Servicing Instructions or
otherwise recommended by Caradon Plumbing Limited in writing.
If in doubt please enquire.
Any direct connection of a control device not approved by CaradonPlumbing Limited could invalidate the BSI Certification and the
normal appliance warranty. It could also infringe the Gas Safety
Regulations and the above regulations or other statutory
requirements.
LOCATION OF BOILER
The boiler must be installed on a flat and level floor, capable of
adequately supporting the weight of the boiler and any ancillary
equipment.
The boiler may be fitted on a combustible floor.
Insulation is not necessary, unless required by the local authority.
The boiler must not be fitted outside.
Timber Framed Buildings
If the boiler is to be fitted in a timber framed building it should be
fitted in accordance with the Institute of Gas Engineering
document IGE/UP/7:1998.
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BOILER WATER CONNECTIONS
1. This appliance is NOT suitable for use in a direct hot water
system.
2. If the boiler is to be used on a sealed system, an Overheat
Thermostat Kit is available and must be installed in accordance
with the instructions supplied with the kit.
BoilerDimension A
RS 3/40152mm (6")
RS 3/50 / 3/60226mm (8
RS 3/70 / 3/80
7/8")
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GENERAL
Bathrooms
The boiler may be installed in any room or internal space,
although particular attention is drawn to the requirements of the
current I.E.E. (BS 7671) Wiring Regulations and, in Scotland,
the electrical provisions of the building regulations applicable in
Scotland with respect to the installation of the boiler in a room or
internal space containing a bath or shower.
Where a room-sealed appliance is installed in a room containing
a bath or shower then the appliance and any electrical switch or
appliance control utilising mains electricity should be so situated
that it cannot be touched by a person using the bath or shower.
Where installation will be in an unusual location, special
procedures may be necessary and BS.6798 gives detailed
guidance on this aspect.
Compartment Installations
A compartment used to enclose the boiler MUST be designed
and constructed specially for this purpose.
An existing cupboard or compartment may be used, providing it
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FLOOR MOUNTING AND BOILER CLEARANCES
Flammable materials must not be placed in close proximity to
the appliance. Materials giving off flammable vapours must not
be stored in the same room as the appliance.
Floor mounting
1. The floor must be flat, level and of suitable load bearing
capacity.
2. The back of the boiler may be fitted up to the wall.
Boiler clearances
The minimum overall dimensions of the space in which the
boiler is to operate and to facilitate servicing are as follows:-
is modified for the purpose.
In both cases details of essential features of cupboards/
compartment design, including airing cupboard installation, are
to conform to the following:
zz
z BS. 6798.
zz
zz
The position selected for installation MUST allow
z
zz
adequate space for servicing in front of the boiler
and for air circulation around the boiler.
Side clearance is only necessary for installation. The amount
of side clearance will depend upon the type of connection
used.
z This position MUST also permit the provision of a
satisfactory flue termination.
z For the minimum clearances required for safety, and
subsequent service, see Frame 2.
Additional space will be required for installation, depending
upon site conditions.
IMPORTANT.
In order to facilitate gas connection, a clearance of at least
100 mm (4") must be available at either the left hand side or
the right hand side DURING installation. Refer to Frame 5.
In addition a MINIMUM clearance of 533 mm (21") MUST be
available at the front of the boiler, for servicing.
Boiler SizeWidthDepthHeight
RS 3/40, RS 3/50,460 mm 533 mm870 mm
RS 3/60, RS 3/70,(18")(21")(34 1/4")
RS 3/80
Terminal sizes
Boiler SizeDepthHeightWidth
RS 3/40, RS 3/50,107198281
RS 3/60,
RS 3/70,152338372
RS 3/80167392372
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GENERAL
GAS SUPPLY
The local gas supplier should be consulted, at the installation
planning stage, in order to establish the availability of an adequate
supply of gas. An existing service pipe must NOT be used without
prior consultation with the local gas supplier.
The boiler is to be installed only on a gas supply with a governed
meter.
A gas meter can only be connected by the local gas supplier or by
a local regional contractor.
Check that the appliance is suitable for the proposed gas supply.
An existing meter should be checked, preferably by the gas supplier,
to ensure that the meter is adequate to deal with the rate of gas
supply required. A minimum gas pressure of
20 mbar MUST be available at the boiler inlet, with the boiler
operating.
Installation pipes MUST be fitted in accordance with BS. 6891.
Pipework from the meter to the boiler MUST be of an adequate
size.
The complete installation MUST be tested for gas soundness and
purged as described in the above code.
FLUE INSTALLATION
Some pluming may occur at the termination so terminal
positions where this could cause a nuisance should be avoided.
The flue must be installed in accordance with the
recommendations of BS. 5440:1.
The following notes are intended for general guidance:-
1. The boiler MUST be installed so that the terminal is exposed
to external air.
2. It is important that the position of the terminal allows the free
passage of air across it at all times.
3. Minimum acceptable spacing from the terminal to
obstructions and ventilation openings are specified in
Table 3.
4. Where the lowest part of the terminal is fitted less than 2m
Table 3 - Balanced flue terminal position
Terminal Position
1. Directly below an opening window,
air vent or other ventilation opening300 mm (12")
2. Below guttering, drain pipes or soil
pipes300 mm (12")
3. Below eaves300 mm (12")
4. Below balconies or a car port roof600 mm (24")
5. From vertical drain pipes or soil pipes75 mm ( 3")
6. From internal or external corners600 mm (24")
7. Above adjacent ground, roof or
balcony level300 mm (12")
8. From a surface facing the terminal600 mm (24")
9. From a terminal facing a terminal600 mm (24")
10. From an opening in a car port
(e.g. door or window) into dwelling1200 mm (48")
11. Vertically from a terminal on the
same wall1500 mm (60")
12. Horizontally from a terminal on the wall300 mm (12")
Minimum Spacing
(6' 6") above a balcony, above ground or above a flat roof
to which people have access then the terminal MUST be
protected by a purpose designed guard.
Terminals guards are available from boiler suppliers. In case
of difficulty seek advice from:
Tower Flue Components Ltd.,
Vale Rise, Tonbridge, Kent TN9 1TB
Telephone No. 01732 351 555
Ensure that the guard is fitted centrally
5. Where the terminal is fitted within 1000mm (39
or painted gutter or 500mm (19
an aluminium shield at least 1000mm (39
be fitted to the underside of the gutter or painted surface.
6. The air inlet/products outlet duct and the terminal of the boiler
MUST NOT be closer than 25mm (1") to combustible material.
Detailed recommendations on the protection of combustible
material are given in BS.5440: 1990.
IMPORTANT.
It is absolutely ESSENTIAL to ensure, in practice, that products
of combustion discharging from the terminal cannot re-enter the
building or any other adjacent building through ventilators,
windows, doors, other sources of natural air infiltration or forced
ventilation/air conditioning. If this should occur, the appliance
MUST be turned OFF, labelled 'unsafe' and corrective action
taken.
1/2") of painted eaves then
1/2") of a plastic
1/2") long should
TERMINAL
The terminal assembly can be adapted to accommodate various
wall thicknesses. Refer to Frames 9 and 10.
AIR SUPPLY
Detailed recommendations for air supply are given in BS.5440:2.
The following notes are for general guidance:
1. It is NOT necessary to have a purpose provided air vent in
the room or internal space in which the boiler is installed.
2. If the boiler is to be installed in a cupboard or compartment,
permanent air vents are required (for cooling purposes) in
the cupboard/compartment, at both high and low levels. The
air vents must either communicate with room/internal space,
or be direct to outside air. The minimum effective areas of the
permanent air vents, required in the cupboard/compartment,
are specified as follows and are related to maximum rated
heat input.
3. Both air vents MUST communicate with the same room or
internal space or MUST be on the same wall to outside air.
4. In siting the air vents care must be taken to avoid the freezing
of pipework.
Table 4 - High and low vent areas
BoilerAir from room/internalAir direct from
space cm2 (in.2)outside cm2 (in.2)
High level Low levelHigh levelLow level
RS 3/40143 (23)143 (23)72 (12)72 (12)
RS 3/50173 (27)173 (27)87 (14)87 (14)
RS 3/60208 (33)208 (33)104 (17)104 (17)
RS 3/70245 (38)245 (38)123 (19)123 (19)
RS 3/80282 (44)282 (44)141 (22)141 (22)
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GENERAL
WATER CIRCULATION SYSTEM
The boiler must NOT be used for direct hot water supply. The boiler
is suitable for connection to pumped open vent central heating
systems, pumped central heating combined with pumped or gravity
indirect domestic hot water supply systems.
The boiler is NOT suitable for gravity heating systems. The hydraulic
resistance of the boilers at maximum output with 11
temperature differentials are shown in the graph below.
The central heating system should be in accordance with
BS. 6798 and, in addition, for smallbore and microbore systems,
BS. 5449:1.
The domestic hot water system, if applicable, should be in
accordance with the relevant recommendations of BS. 5546.
Copper tubing to BS. 2871:1 is recommended for water carrying
pipework.
The hot water storage cylinder MUST be of the indirect type and
should preferably be manufactured of copper.
Single feed, indirect cylinders are not recommended and MUST
NOT be used on sealed systems.
The hot water cylinder and ancillary pipework not forming part of
the useful heating surface should be lagged to prevent heat loss
and any possible freezing - particularly where pipes run through
roof spaces and ventilated underfloor spaces.
IMPORTANT
The boiler must be vented. If venting cannot be done via a flow
connection a separate vent MUST be fitted by the installer.
Draining taps MUST be located in accessible positions, which
permit the draining of the whole system - including the boiler and
hot water storage vessel. They should be at least
size and be in accordance with BS. 2879.
If required, a drain tap (not supplied) may be fitted to an unused
bottom (1" BSP) tapping on the front of the boiler.
O
C (20 OF)
1/2" BSP nominal
THERMOSTATIC RADIATOR VALVES
Caradon Plumbing Limited recommend that heating systems
utilising full thermostatic radiator valve control of temperature in
individual rooms should also be fitted with a room thermostat
controlling the temperature in a space served by radiators not fitted
with such a valve, as stated in BS. 5449.
When thermostatic radiator valves are used, the space heating
temperature control over a living / dining area or hallway having a
heating requirement of at least 10% of the boiler heat output should
be achieved using a room thermostat, whilst other rooms are
individually controlled by thermostatic radiator valves. However, if
the system employs thermostatic radiator valves on all radiators
or two port valves without end switches then a bypass must be
fitted in order to ensure a flow of water should all the valves be in
the closed position.
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY
WARNING. The appliance MUST be efficiently earthed.
Wiring external to the appliance MUST be in accordance with the
current I.E.E. (BS 7671) Wiring Regulations and any local
regulations which apply.
The boiler is supplied for 230 V ~ 50 Hz single phase. The fuse
rating is 3A.
Connection must be made in a way that allows complete isolation
of the electrical supply - such as a double pole switch, having a
1/8") contact separation in both poles, or a plug and socket
3mm (
serving only the boiler and system controls.
The means of isolation must be accessible to the user after
installation.
For bathroom installations the point of connection to the mains
must be situated outside the bathroom.
Water Flow Rate and Pressure Loss
Dotted lines indicate
flow rates equivalent
to a temperature rise
of 11 OC (20 OF)
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BOILER ASSEMBLY - Exploded View
Mexico Super RS with casing removed.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Mexico Super RS 3/40 - 3/80 - Installation
LEGEND
1. Heat exchanger assy.
2. Front section.
3. Middle section.
4. Section alignment rings and 'O' rings.
6. Thermostat pocket.
7. Distributor tube.
8. Combustion chamber.
12. Collector hood.
13. Cleanout cover.
14. Front plate.
22. Gas control valve.
24. Piezo unit.
28. Gas cock.
34. Phial clip.
35. Split pin.
46. Air/flue duct assy.
47. Baseplate.
49. Flue baffle.
52. Heat shield.
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UNPACKING
INSTALLATION
The boiler is supplied fully assembled in Pack
A, together with either one or two of four
packs: B, B1, C or D. Packs B, B1 or C
contain the flue terminal appropriate to the
wall thickness. Pack D contains the flue
terminal extensions.
Unpack and check the contents.
PACK 'A' CONTENTS
z complete boiler assembly
z the Hardware Pack (listed separately below)
INSTALLATION
z these Installation and Servicing Instructions
z User's Instructions.
FLUE PACKS
Packs B, B1 and C contents
z Flue terminal assembly
complete
boiler
assembly
HARDWARE PACK
z 1" BSP plugs - 6 off
z 1" x
z Distributor tube
1/2" BSP reducing bush -
1 off
z Thermostat pocket -1 off
z Thermostat clip (RS 3/50, RS
3/60, RS 3/70 & RS 3/80 only)
- 1 off
z Sachet of sealing mastic - 2 off
Pack D contents
z Flue terminal extension
z Sachet of sealing mastic - 2 off
z Adhesive tape
Table 6. This table shows the number of flue packs required for the given wall thicknesses
Wall thicknessFlue
Dimension (duct length) X shown abovepack(s)
Boiler fitted flush with wallBoiler fitted in line with 600 mm kitchen unitsrequired
z Thermostat retaining pin - 1 off
z Output setting label -1 off
10
114 to 191 mm(4
229 to 305 mm(9" to 12")163 to 242 mm(6
318 to 394 mm(12
406 to 584 mm(16" to 23")340 to 518 mm(13
1/2" to 7 1/2")up to 125 mm(up to 5")C
1/2" to 15 1/2")253 to 332 mm(10" to 13")B1
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1/2" to 9 1/2")B
1/2" to 20 1/2")B & D
INSTALLATION
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BOILER CASING REMOVAL
To install the boiler the casing MUST be removed.
1. Lift off the lower front panel.
2. Remove 2 screws and lift off the grille assembly.
3. Remove the gas valve cover by removing the retaining
screw. Disconnect the electrical leads.
4. Release the gas valve lead from the retaining clip.
5. Remove the thermostat phial from the pocket as shown.
INSTALLATION
6. Remove the 2 screws securing the control panel and
disengage the panel by lowering and pulling it forward.
7. Remove the 2 screws securing the top panel to the side.
8. Draw the top panel forward and lift it off the boiler.
9. Remove the 2 screws securing the LH side panel to the flue
collector and baseplate.
10. Pull the panel forward, lifting it clear of the locating peg and
remove.
11. Repeat steps 9 and 10 to remove the RH panel.
12. The boiler is held to the packaging base by 4 M6 hex head
screws. Remove the front screws, slacken the rear screws
and remove the boiler from the packaging base.
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CHECKING THE FLUEWAY BAFFLES
1. Remove the flue cleanout cover.
2. RS 3/40 & RS 3/70 only.
Ensure that the baffles are fully inserted in the flueways.
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