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Alpha 28X User Manual

Alpha 28X
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Installation and Servicing
Instructions
Alpha InTec
26C, 30C, 34C and 24X, 28X
Range of Wall Mounted, Fan Assisted, Room Sealed,
Gas Fired, High Efficiency Condensing Combination Boilers
British Gas
Service Listed
0051
Nepicar House, London Road,
Wrotham Heath, Sevenoaks,
Kent TN15 7RS
For Technical help or for Service call ...
ALPHA HELPLINE Tel: 0844 871 8764
website: www.alpha-innovation.co.uk
For use with Natural Gas or Propane Gas (AS SUPPLIED)
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Alpha 28X Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAlpha
Model28X
CategoryBoiler
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Benchmark Scheme

Code of Practice

Outlines responsibilities for installation, commissioning, and servicing of heating products.

Standards of Work

Details requirements for installers regarding competence, installation, and safety.

Customer Service

Specifies customer interaction requirements for installers, including explanations and advice.

Introduction

Gas Supply

Covers requirements for gas supply, testing, and purging for boiler installation.

Electrical Supply

Details electrical connection requirements, earthing, and cable specifications.

Air Supply

Notes that the boiler does not require specific air vents for cooling.

Flue System

Specifies installation requirements for the flue system according to BS 5440:1.

Technical Data

Technical Performance Data - Natural Gas

Provides detailed performance specifications for natural gas models.

Technical Performance Data - Propane Gas

Details performance specifications for propane gas models.

Physical Data

Lists physical dimensions, clearances, and weights for the boilers.

Flue Lengths

Explains flue length calculations and limitations for different configurations.

Available Pump Head for Central Heating

Presents a graph showing pump head versus flow rate for central heating.

Electrical Connections

Illustrates 230V and low voltage electrical connection points and options.

Boiler Schematic

Diagrams the internal components and their connections within the boiler.

General Boiler Information

Gas Supply

Covers requirements for gas supply, testing, and purging for boiler installation.

Electrical Supply

Details electrical connection requirements, earthing, and cable specifications.

Air Supply

Notes that the boiler does not require specific air vents for cooling.

Flue System

Specifies installation requirements for the flue system according to BS 5440:1.

Flue Terminal Location

Details minimum clearances for flue terminal positions as per regulations.

Boiler Location

Provides guidance on suitable locations for boiler installation.

Central Heating System

Explains the design and components of the central heating system.

Filling the Central Heating System

Details the procedure for filling and pressurising the heating system.

Flushing the Heating System

Outlines the critical steps for cleaning and flushing the heating system.

Disposal of Condensate

Specifies requirements for the safe disposal of boiler condensate.

Domestic Hot Water System

Describes the operation and requirements of the domestic hot water system.

Installation

Unpacking

Lists the contents of the boiler packaging and components.

Clearances Required

Shows required clearances around the boiler for installation and servicing.

Prepare the Wall

Guides on preparing the wall for boiler mounting and flue installation.

Fit the Boiler

Instructions on how to physically mount the boiler onto the bracket.

Connect the Pipework

Details the procedure for connecting heating, water, and gas pipework.

Fit the Flue

Instructions for installing the flue system horizontally.

Reducing the Flue

Guidance on cutting flue sections to achieve the correct length.

Extending the Flue

Procedures for extending the flue using additional components.

Fit Plume Management Components (Optional)

Details options for managing flue gas plume emissions.

Connect the Mains Supply

Steps for connecting the main electrical power supply to the boiler.

Fit Alpha Controls

Instructions for installing optional Alpha single channel controls.

Commissioning

Fill the System

Step-by-step guide to filling and venting the central heating system.

Boiler Controls

Identifies and explains the boiler's control panel features and buttons.

Test for Gas Tightness and Purge the Supply

Procedures for testing gas supply integrity and purging the system.

Initial Lighting

Guides through the first-time lighting and purging cycle of the boiler.

Boiler Operation

Explains how the boiler prioritises and operates for heating and hot water.

Check the Burner Pressures

Instructions for checking central heating and hot water burner pressures.

Final Commissioning

Final checks and adjustments to balance the system and ensure proper operation.

Final Assembly

Steps for completing the boiler assembly and setting controls.

User Information

Key points to communicate to the end-user about operation and maintenance.

Information Menu

Details how to access and interpret information displayed on the boiler's menu.

Routine Servicing

Important Notes Prior to Servicing

Essential safety checks and preparation steps before performing service.

Prepare for Servicing

Steps to access and prepare the boiler for routine servicing.

Cleaning the Boiler

Procedures for cleaning internal boiler components like the heat exchanger and burner.

Re-assemble the Boiler

Instructions for reassembling the boiler after cleaning and servicing.

Component Replacement

General Access

Guides on how to gain access to different parts of the boiler casing.

Draining the Boiler

Procedures for safely draining the heating and hot water circuits.

Electrodes

Steps for removing and replacing ignition and flame sensing electrodes.

Main Burner

Instructions for removing and replacing the main burner assembly.

Burner Injector

Procedure for accessing and replacing the burner injector.

Fan

Steps to remove and replace the boiler's fan assembly.

Ignition Generator

Procedure for replacing the ignition generator unit.

Overheat Thermostat

Instructions for replacing the overheat thermostat.

Flue Temperature Sensor

Procedure for replacing the flue temperature sensor.

Gas Valve

Steps for replacing the gas valve, requiring a flue gas analyser.

Fuse

Guidance on locating and replacing the fuse on the PCB.

PCB

Instructions for replacing the Printed Circuit Board (PCB).

Diverter Valve Motor

Procedure for replacing the diverter valve motor.

Alpha Controls (if fitted)

Steps for replacing Alpha single channel controls.

DHW Temperature Sensor

Procedure for replacing the domestic hot water temperature sensor.

Combustion Chamber Insulation

Guidance on replacing front and back panel insulation.

Heat Exchanger Thermal Fuse

Instructions regarding the thermal fuse and heat exchanger replacement.

DHW Flow Switch

Steps for replacing the domestic hot water flow switch.

Primary Heat Exchanger

Detailed procedure for removing and replacing the primary heat exchanger.

Pressure Gauge

Instructions for replacing the system pressure gauge.

Primary Temperature Sensor

Procedure for replacing the primary temperature sensor.

Automatic Air Vent

Steps for replacing the automatic air vent.

Pump

Procedure for replacing the boiler pump.

Primary Pressure Switch

Steps for replacing the primary pressure switch.

Pressure Relief Valve

Instructions for replacing the pressure relief valve.

DHW Heat Exchanger

Procedure for removing and replacing the DHW heat exchanger.

Mains Water Inlet Filter

Guidance on cleaning or replacing the mains water inlet filter.

Diverter Valve Cartridge

Steps for replacing the diverter valve cartridge.

Expansion Vessel

Procedure for replacing the expansion vessel.

Cyclone (if wall jig is fitted)

Instructions for replacing the cyclone component.

Condensate Trap

Procedure for replacing the condensate trap.

Seasonality Valve (C models only)

Steps for replacing the seasonality valve on C models.

Wiring Diagrams

Illustrated Wiring Diagram

Shows the physical layout of electrical connections and components.

Functional Flow Wiring Diagram

Illustrates the electrical flow and logic between components.

Error Codes and Fault Finding

Carry Out Initial Fault Finding Checks

Preliminary checks to perform before diagnosing faults.

Error Codes and Fault Finding

Lists error codes, faults, descriptions, and possible causes.

Short Parts List

Gas Boiler System Commissioning Checklist

Service Record

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