andrews MAXXflo - SECTION 1 GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION; IMPROPER USE; USER COMPETENCY; ENGINEER COMPETENCY

MAXXo Water Heater
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SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPROPER USE
is Andrews Water Heaters product has been designed and manufactured to comply with current European stan-
dards of safety. However, following an improper use, dangers could arise concerning the safety and life of the
user or of other people, or damage could be caused to the appliance or other objects. is appliance is designed
to be used in a potable domestic hot water supply and storage system. Any other use of this appliance will be
considered improper. Andrews Water Heaters declines any responsibility for any damage or injuries caused by an
improper use. In order to use the appliance according to its designed scope, it is essential to carefully follow the
instructions given in this guide.
USER COMPETENCY
is appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they are given supervision or Instruction concerning the use of it by a person
responsible for their safety. Children under the age of 12 years should not be permitted to use the appliance.
ENGINEER COMPETENCY
e installation, adjustment & servicing of this applaince must be carried out by a competent person (In the UK
by a Gas Safe Registered Engineer and in IE by a (RGII) Registered Gas Installer) and installed in accordance with
current standards and regulations. Failure to correctly install or maintain this appliance could cause injury to per-
sons or damage to property. e manufacturer shall not be held liable for any such injury and/or damage.
SMELL OF GAS
If you smell gas - follow these safety instructions:
- Do NOT turn off or on any electrical switches (including light switches)
- Do NOT smoke
- Do NOT use the telephone
- DO evacuate persons away from the source of the gas smell
- DO close the main gas shutoff valve
- DO open all the windows and doors where the gas leakage has occurred
- DO inform the gas authority or a competent specialist as soon as possible
is heater must be installed in accordance with the following essential requirements:
• e current GAS SAFETY (INSTALLATION AND USE) REGULATIONS
• e current BUILDING REGULATIONS
• e WATER SUPPLY (WATER FITTINGS) REGULATIONS
Local Authority and recommendations of the British Standards and Codes of Practice which should include the following:
• BS EN 806 (Parts 1 - 5) Specications for installations inside buildings conveying water for human consumption.
General design, pipe sizing, installation, operation and maintenance.
• BS 5440-1 Flueing and ventilation for gas appliances of rated input not exceeding 70 kW net. Specication for
installation of gas appliances to chimneys and for maintenance of chimneys.
• BS 5440-2 Flueing and ventilation for gas appliances of rated input not exceeding 70 kW net. Specication for the
installation and maintenance of ventilation provision of gas appliances.
• BS 5546 Specication for installation of gas hot water supplies for domestic purposes. Using gas-rated appliances of
rated input not exceeding 70 kW net.
• BS 6891 Installation of low pressure gas pipework of up to 35mm in domestic premises.
• BS 6644 Installation of gas red water boilers of rated inputs between 70kW and 1.8MW
• BS EN 12897 Water supply. Specication for indirectly heated unvented (closed) storage water heaters
• IGE/UP/1A,1B Strength/tightness testing and direct purging
• IGE/UP/2 Installation pipework on industrial and commercial premises
• IGE/UP/10 - 1 (Edition 4): Installation of gas appliances in industrial and commercial premises.
SECTION 1 • GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION