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DORCHESTER DR-LA 45 - User Manual

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Dorchester DR-LA Range
of Hot Water Storage Heaters
Open Flue, Direct Gas Fired Hot Water Storage Heaters
with Automatic Ignition
for Domestic Hot Water Installations
Installation, Commissioning
and Servicing Instructions
DORCHESTER DR-LA 30, 40, 45, 60, 75, 95, 110 Models
NATURAL GAS I
2H
LPG I
3+
NOTE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BEFORE
INSTALLING, COMMISSIONING, OPERATING OR SERVICING EQUIPMENT.
THIS WATER HEATER IS FOR USE ON GROUP H NATURAL GAS (2
ND
FAMILY) I
2H
OR
LPG (3
RD
FAMILY) I
3+
. PLEASE ENSURE RELEVANT INFORMATION REQUIRED WITHIN
DOCUMENT IS FOUND RELATING TO SPECIFIC GAS TO BE FIRED BEFORE FIRING
HEATER.
THIS WATER HEATER COMPLIES WITH ALL RELEVANT EUROPEAN DIRECTIVES.
PUBLICATION NO. 500001137
ISSUE ‘A’
SEPTEMBER 2005
1

Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction to Dorchester DR-LA Water Heater

About the Water Heater

Provides general information about the Dorchester DR-LA water heater model.

Gas Smell Safety Procedures

Outlines immediate actions to take if a gas smell is detected.

Regulatory Compliance and Installation Documents

Details relevant regulations and documents for installation and use.

Target Audience Identification

Identifies the intended users of the manual, such as engineers and end-users.

Maintenance Importance and Notation

Explains maintenance needs and defines symbols used in the manual.

Document Content Overview

Summarizes the structure and content of the entire manual.

Water Heater Functioning and Safety

Functional Description and Heating Cycle

Details operational components, flow, and the heating process sequence.

Safety Protection Mechanisms

Describes safety features like temperature protection and gas safety devices.

Installation Safety Considerations

Covers safety aspects related to the installation environment and components.

Status Indicators and Optional Features

Explains indicators, alarms, and optional features available for the heater.

Installation Guide for DR-LA Water Heater

Installation Prerequisites and Environment

Covers site requirements, packaging, humidity, temperature, and clearances.

Technical Specifications and Diagrams

Provides dimensions, technical data, and visual installation guides.

Water and Gas Connections

Details plumbing connections for unvented/vented systems and gas hookup.

Flue Gas and Electrical Setup

Guides on flue gas discharge and electrical wiring procedures.

Pressure Checks and Gas Category Conversion

Explains pressure verification and adapting the unit for different gas types.

Filling and Draining Procedures

Filling the Water Heater

Step-by-step instructions for filling the water heater correctly.

Draining the Water Heater

Procedures for safely draining the water heater for servicing.

Control Panel Operation and Settings

Control Panel Overview and Symbols

Describes the control panel layout, buttons, LEDs, and their meanings.

Setting Water Temperature

Guides on adjusting the water temperature using the control thermostat.

Resetting Control Functions

Details how to reset burner control and flue gas thermostat errors.

Water Heater Status and Error Handling

Understanding Operating States

Outlines the different operational states of the water heater.

Identifying and Resolving Error States

Describes common error conditions and initial troubleshooting steps.

Startup, Shutdown, and Heating Cycle

Initial Startup Sequence

Step-by-step guide for safely starting the water heater.

Proper Shutdown Methods

Instructions for shutting down the heater for short or long periods.

Understanding the Heating Cycle

Explains the internal process the heater follows during operation.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

General Error Troubleshooting

Addresses common problems like gas smell and water leakage.

No Hot Water Fault Diagnosis

Helps diagnose and resolve issues where no hot water is supplied.

Insufficient Hot Water Solutions

Provides steps to fix problems with low hot water supply.

Maintenance and Servicing Guide

Preparing for Maintenance Tasks

Steps to ensure the heater is ready for service and check its working condition.

Water-Side Maintenance Procedures

Details on checking anodes and descaling the heater's internal components.

Gas-Side Maintenance Procedures

Instructions for cleaning burners, orifices, and checking flue baffles.

Finalizing Maintenance and Restart

Steps to complete after maintenance and restart the water heater.

Appendices and Electrical Diagrams

Electrical Diagrams for DR-LA Models

Provides detailed electrical schematics for unit configuration and troubleshooting.

DORCHESTER DR-LA 45 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDORCHESTER
ModelDR-LA 45
CategoryWater Heater
LanguageEnglish

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