Kelvinator KGC26BLB User Manual
Gas Continuous Flow Hot Water System
Installation Manual
environmental tips
environmental tips
Congratulations Contents
Congratulations and thank you for choosing our gas
continuous flow hot water system. Before you install the hot
water system, we recommend that you read through the
entire installation manual, which provides the description
of the hot water system, its functions and how to install it
correctly. To avoid the risks that are always present when you
install an appliance, it is important that the hot water system
is installed correctly and that you read the safety instructions
carefully to avoid misuse and hazards.
After unpacking the hot water system please check it is not
damaged. If in doubt, do not use the hot water system but
contact your local Electrolux Customer Care Centre using the
number located at the back of this installation guide.
NOTE: The actual gas heating appliance that is part of this
gas continuous flow hot water system will here after be
refered to as "water heater" for the purposes of this manual.
The gas continuous flow hot water system as a whole may
also be refered to as "hot water system" for simplicity.
Meanings of symbols used in this manual are shown below:
warning
This symbol indicates information concerning your
personal safety
Important .......................................................................... 3
Important safety instructions ........................................... 4
For the plumber ................................................................ 5
Dimensions and connection points ................................... 6
Installation ......................................................................... 8
Clearances ......................................................................... 9
Gas connection ................................................................ 10
Water connection ............................................................ 11
Electrical connection ....................................................... 12
Remote controller .......................................................... 13
Remote controller Installation ........................................ 14
Commissioning Instructions ............................................ 16
Troubleshooting .............................................................. 18
Remote controller and PCB error codes ......................... 19
Warranty .......................................................................... 23
caution
This symbol indicates information on how to avoid
damaging the hot water system
This symbol indicates tips and information about
economical and ecological use of the hot water system
Information on disposal for users
• Most of the packing materials are recyclable.
Please dispose of those materials through your local
recycling depot or by placing them in appropriate
collection containers.
• If you wish to discard this gas continuous hot water
system, please contact your local authorities and ask for
the correct method of disposal.
warning
• Contact an authorised installer for installation of this
hot water system.
• Contact an authorised service technician for repair
or maintenance of this hot water system.
• If a power cord is to be replaced, replacement work
must be performed by authorised personnel only.
• Installation work must be performed in accordance
with the national standards by authorised personnel
only. Wrong connection can cause over heating or fire.
• This hot water system should be installed in accordance
with AS/NZS 3000 and your local electrical wiring rules.
Conditions of use
This hot water system is intended to be used in household
and similar applications such as :
• staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces and other working
environments.
• farm houses.
• by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments.
• bed and breakfast type environments
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Important
This Installation Manual has been prepared for the installers
of the gas continuous flow hot water system.
For the installer
The installation must be completed in accordance with the
information supplied in this Installation Manual.
All other relevant National, State or Local regulations must
also be conformed with and these include (but are not
limited to):
• Australian Standard AS3500.1 – Water Supply
• Australian Standard AS3500.4 – Hot Water Supply
• Australian Standard AS3000 – Electrical Installation
• Australian Gas Association Code AS5601 –
Gas Appliance Installation
• Local Water, Gas & Electrical Authority Regulations
Municipal Building Codes
warning
Installation must be performed by a qualied installer (for
example, a licensed plumber or gas tter).
This gas continuous flow hot water system is not intended
for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience or knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the gas continuous flow
hot water system.
This symbol indicates never to do this
This symbol indicates always do this
warning
Connect with power properly.
Otherwise, it may cause electric shock or re due to
excess heat generation.
Always ensure effective earthing.
No earthing may cause electric shock.
Disconnect the power and turn off the gas inlet
valve to the water heater if strange sounds, smell, or
smoke comes from it.
It may cause re and electric shock.
Do not operate or stop the water heater by switching
on or off the power.
It may cause electric shock or re due to heat generation.
Do not damage or use an unspecified power cord.
It may cause elec tric shock or re.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer or an authorised ser vice centre or a
similarly qualied person in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not modify power cord length or share the outlet
with other appliances.
It may cause electric shock or re due to heat generation.
Do not operate with wet hands or in damp environment.
It may cause elec tric shock.
Do not allow water to run into electric parts.
It may cause failure of machine or electric shock.
Do not use the socket if it is loose or damaged.
It may cause re and electric shock.
Do not open the water heater during operation.
It may cause elec tric shock.
Do not allow the power cord to rest close to hot
surfaces.
It may cause re and electric shock.
Do not disassemble or modify the water heater.
It may cause failure and electric shock.
Kelvinator Gas Continuous Flow hot water system important 3
Important safety instructions
Ensure the following safety instructions are read and
understood before commencing installation.
warning
For the continued safety of this appliance it must be
installed, operated and maintained in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
warning
If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a re or
explosion may result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
1. The gas continuous ow hot water system does not have
a pilot. It is equipped with an internal ignition device that
automatically lights the burner. Do not try and light the
burner by hand.
2. BEFORE OPERATING use a suitable gas detector to
check all around the hot water system for evidence of
leaking gas. Be sure to check close to the ground if you
are using LP gas as it is heavier than air and may settle on
the ground.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS.
• Do not try to light the water heater.
• Do not touch any electrical switch
• Do not use any phone in your building
• Check and isolate the main gas valve
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour's
phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the re
department
3. When turning the gas valve knob, do so only by hand,
never use tools. If you can not do this, do not try and
repair it.
4. Do not use the water heater if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualied service technician
to inspect the water heater and to replace any
damaged parts.
warning
Vapours from ammable liquids will explode and catch re
causing death or severe burns.
Do not use or store flammable products such as gasoline,
solvents or adhesives near the water heater.
Keep flammable products:
1. Far away from the water heater
2. In approved containers
3. Tightly closed
4. Out of children's reach
Vapours:
1. Cannot be seen
2. Vapours are heavier than air
3. Go a long way on the oor
4. Can be carried from other rooms to the main burner by
air currents
FLAMMABLES
warning
The water heater shall be installed so as to be permanently
connected to the water mains with rigid copper piping and
must not be connected by a flexible hose-set or similar
FLAMMABLE VAPOURS
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For the plumber
PLEASE NOTE this water heater is supplied factory set to
comply with the requirements of AS 3498.
If you are installing a 60°C or 70°C preset water heater, a
tempering valve is to be installed for the hot water supplying
sanitary xtures primarily used for the purpose of personal
hygiene.
Please follow all the installation instructions in this manual
including the following instructions regarding the water
heater outlet connection:
1. When connecting the hot water supply to the xtures in
the property, a minimum of three (3) metres of pipework
must be used between the outlet of the water heater and
the rst tap or outlet. If you are installing a 60°C or 70°C
model, only a minimum of one (1) meter of pipework is
necessary. See diagram to the right.
2. The hot water outlet line from the water heater should
be covered with 20mm thick pipe insulation or similar to
prevent heat loss and persons coming in contact with it.
3. When the installation is completed, the temperature of
the hot water supplying sanitary xtures primarily used
for the purpose of personal hygiene, for example the
bathroom shower/taps, shall be checked to ensure it does
not exceed 50°C. If a 50°C model gas continuous ow hot
water system has been installed, all hot water taps and
xtures need to be checked to ensure they do not
exceed 50°C.
MODELS KGC20*** KGC26***
Capacity L/min 20L/min 26L /min
Gas Input MJ/h 160 195
Supply Inlet Pressure
kPa – Nat. Gas
Supply Inlet Pressure
kPa - LPG
Water Supply
Pressure kPa
1.13 m in. 1.13 m in.
2.75 max. 2.75 max.
2.61 min 2.61 min
2.89 max 2.89 max
150* min 150* min.
1200 max 1200 max
Height mm 542 542
Depth mm 170 215
Width mm 350 350
Weight kg 15.7 17. 2
Gas Connection mm 20 BSP 20 BSP
Water Connections 15 BSP 15 BSP
Ignition Electronic Electronic
Electrical Supply Voltage 240 AC 240 AC
Operating Current 0.8A 0.8A
*The water heater will operate at reduced performance if inlet water supply
pressure is below 340 kPa.
• For information relating to burner test point pressures
and injector sizes refer to the rating plate located on the
right hand side of the cabinet for each model (please
refer to the diagram at the bottom of this page showing
the locations of the labels on the water heater).
• For information relating to overall dimensions and
connection points refer to diagrams on pages 6 & 7.
• Before installing in areas over 1500 m above sea level,
contact the manufacturer for instructions.
minimum length of 3
meters (1 meter for 60°C
and 70°C models)
• Pipe size is nominal 1/2" from hot water outlet to the rst
tap or outlet.
Accessories
4 tapping screws are included with the water heater.
Serial number
label position
Rating label
position
Note: If the gas supply pressure exceeds the maximum
value in the above table for the respective gas type, fit an
appropriate pressure limiting valve at the inlet to the gas inlet
of the water heater.
Gas type label
position
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Exterior view –
KGC20***
170mm
137mm
16mm
top xing positions top xing positions
350mm
330mm
94mm
60mm
19mm
542mm
46mm cold
86mm gas
114mm hot
124mm power
37mm
49mm cold
41mm hot
hot
bottom xing positions
hot
198mm
cold
79mm
133mm
Power cable length: 1.5m
power
34mm
124mm
490mm
520mm
31mm power
gas
bottom xing positions
gas
47mm gas
98mm
cold
6 dimensions - KGC20*** Kelvinator Gas Continuous Flow hot water system
30mm
335mm
108mm
70mm
Exterior view –
KGC26***
215mm
182mm
16mm
top xing positions top xing positions
350mm
330mm
94mm
60mm
19mm
542mm
61mm cold
125mm gas
154mm hot
169mm power
37mm
41mm hot
49mm cold
hot
bottom xing positions
198mm
cold
84mm
133mm
Power cable length: 1.5m
power
34mm
124mm
520mm
490mm
25mm power
45mm gas
bottom xing positions
hot
cold
45mm
138 mm
335mm
Kelvinator Gas Continuous Flow hot water system dimensions – KGC26*** 7
gas
109mm
153mm
Installation
The water heater requires careful and correct installation
to ensure safe and efcient operation. This manual must be
followed exactly. Read the SAFETY GUIDELINES and the
IMPORTANT sections at the beginning of this manual.
Conrm the water heater suitability
Check the gas type label and the rating plate for the correct
gas type, gas pressure, water pressure and electrical rating
for your application. Do not install this water heater if these
requirements can’t be met.
If this water heater is to be installed in a recess box,
please refer to the installation instructions supplied with
the recess box for specic instructions regarding this type
of installation.
caution
• The water heater must be installed outdoors only. Do not
install the water heater indoors.
• This equipment is not suitable for pool or spa heating.
• Water hardness may affect the water heater. It may be
damaged. It is important that the water heater is installed
in water conditions that are suitable for its efcient,
long term use.
• This is a water heating apparatus only and the nal tness
of water delivered is dependent upon the quality of water
supplied to this system.
• The connection, attachment, integration or general
association of other equipment or parts not specied by
the water heater which either directly or indirectly affect
the operation or performance of this equipment – could
void the warranty.
• Before making connections to the water heater, remove
any transit protection designed to prevent dirt and debris
from entering the water heater.
• The manifold pressure is preset at the factory. It is
computer controlled and does not need adjustment.
• Occupants are to be advised of any inconveniences which
could occur such as disconnection of services.
• Please follow the electrical earthing procedure outlined in
AS3500.4 before cutting or uncoupling existing metallic
pipework.
• To ensure the optimal performance of the water heater, it
should be installed as close as practical to the most used
hot water xtures and have 20mm thick insulation covering
the hot water piping. This will minimise heat loss, water
usage and cost to the customer. Keep in mind that the
minimum distance from the outlet of the water heater to
the rst xture is three metres for 50C models, and one
metre for 60C or 70C models.
• The water heater does not require a reproof back plate
when installed on a timber wall.
• Before connecting the water heater to the power supply
ensure that all air has been bled out of the hot water
system and that water is running freely from a hot tap for a
period of time. If air has not been properly bled from the
hot water system and the water heater begins operating, it
may become severely damaged.
caution
• Although the water heater is designed to operate with
minimal noise, it is recommended that you do not install
the water heater adjacent to bedrooms or other areas
designed to be quiet.
• Locate your water heater close to a drain where leakage
will not damage surrounding areas. As with any water
heating appliance, the potential for leakage at some time
during the life of the product does exist.
• The water heater shall be installed far away from any
flammable or combustible materials including wood and
cardboard. It must also have adequate ventilation to allow
the proper combustion of the gas inside the heater to
take place.
warning
• Ensure every care is taken to warn occupants of the
building and the public of any injury that may occur from
falling tools, open trenches, water connections or any
other general hazard.
• Make sure the water heater will have enough
combustion air and proper ventilation.
• Keep the area around the water heater clean. Particles
may clog the air vent, reduce fan function, or cause
improper combustion.
• Do not locate your water heater in a pit or any location
where gas and water can accumulate.
Selecting an installation location
Carefully read this section before selecting the installation
location and installing the water heater. The installer must
follow these precautions exactly.
• Locate the water heater to allow for easy access for service
and maintenance. Install the water heater so that it can be
connected or removed easily.
• Check the proximity of gas and electrical lines so as not
to create a hazard and avoid access problems for other
services.
• It must be located in accordance with the requirements
of AS5601 and have sufcient clearances from eaves,
windows, vents etc. – see the diagram on p.9.
• Exemption from Prescribed Statutory Requirement:
AS5601-2000 Clause 5.13.6.5, This relates to the physical
separation distance specication where multiple
appliances are employed. That equates to a minimum
150mm horizontal ue separation distance allowing
appliances to be placed side by side in the same
vertical plane
• Most load bearing walls such as brick, brick/veneer,
weatherboard and stud-frames are suitable locations.
• Securely fasten the water heater to the wall with a xing
solution suitable to the type of material the wall is made
from. A minimum of two screws or bolts at the top and
two screws or bolts at the bottom must be used.
Note: Refer to pages 6 & 7 for fixing positions.
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