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IDEAL ESPRIT 2 30 - User Manual

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ESPRIT 2
Your Ideal users guide
When replacing any part on this appliance use only spare parts that you can be assured
conform to the safety and performance specication that we require. Do not use
reconditioned or copy parts that have not been clearly authorised by Ideal.
24, 30, 35
May 2010 UIN 206104 A01
206104-1.pmd 26/05/2010, 16:011

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • J
    James McculloughAug 4, 2025
    What to do if my IDEAL ESPRIT 2 30 display shows ‘HHHHH:::::AAAAA ’ (flashing)?
    • A
      Amber DuncanAug 4, 2025
      If your IDEAL Boiler displays ‘HHHHH:::::AAAAA ’ (flashing) and isn't working for central heating or hot water, first check that the pressure gauge on the boiler shows at least 1 bar. If it doesn't, repressurize it to 1 bar using the filling loop. After doing so, turn off the tap on the filling loop, then switch the boiler off and back on to reset it. If you can't do this, or the pressure continues to drop, contact your installer. Also, check if all radiators have thermostatic radiator valves fitted; if they do, contact your installer.
  • M
    Molly MoranAug 8, 2025
    What to do if my IDEAL ESPRIT 2 30 Boiler displays ‘L : F ’ (flashing) and is not working?
    • R
      Robert CardenasAug 9, 2025
      If your IDEAL Boiler isn't working for central heating or hot water, but attempts to fire by going through 3 ignition attempts and the display shows ‘L : F ’ (flashing), try pressing the select (reset) button (C) for more than 3 seconds to repeat the ignition sequence. Also, check your gas supply by testing another appliance like a cooker or fire. If there's no gas supply, it's not a boiler fault, so contact your gas supplier. Finally, check the condensate pipe to ensure it's not blocked or frozen. Clear any blockage; if you can't, contact your installer.
  • B
    Bryan AndrewsAug 13, 2025
    What to do if my IDEAL ESPRIT 2 30 Boiler display shows ‘L:A ’ (flashing)?
    • W
      William PriceAug 13, 2025
      If your IDEAL Boiler isn't working for central heating or hot water and the display shows ‘L:A ’ (flashing), press the select (reset) button (C) for more than 3 seconds to try re-lighting the boiler. If the fault happens again, it indicates an overheat condition. Turn the boiler off and contact your installer. Also, check if all radiators have thermostatic radiator valves fitted; if they do, contact your installer.
  • O
    Oscar FisherAug 17, 2025
    How to fix IDEAL ESPRIT 2 30 Boiler that will not fire for central heating?
    • J
      Joseph ConleyAug 17, 2025
      If your IDEAL Boiler isn't working for central heating, and it's already set to an ‘ON’ period, check the programmer by setting it to permanent ON. If the boiler then fires, contact your installer to fix the programmer. Also, check the room thermostat by turning it fully up. If is not displayed on the user controls, contact your installer.
  • M
    Mr. Michael SolisAug 20, 2025
    How to troubleshoot IDEAL Boiler not working for heating or hot water?
    • W
      William StaffordAug 21, 2025
      If your IDEAL Boiler isn't working for central heating or hot water, check that the boiler has power by ensuring switch (A) is in the ON position and the time of day is displayed on the controls. Also, make sure the programmer is in an ON period or set to ON. If the time of day isn't displayed, it's not a boiler fault, so contact your installer or service company.
  • S
    stephensonjoshuaAug 26, 2025
    Why does my IDEAL ESPRIT 2 30 come on for hot water without a tap being opened?
    • F
      flowersdeanAug 26, 2025
      If your IDEAL Boiler comes on for domestic hot water without a tap being opened and the display shows , check for dripping or dribbling taps or showers and ensure they are fully turned off. Also, check for leaks from the domestic hot water pipework, and if you find any, contact your installer.
  • C
    Carolyn DavidsonAug 29, 2025
    Why does my IDEAL Boiler fire occasionally for about 2 minutes?
    • W
      williamsnancyAug 29, 2025
      This is a normal function of the IDEAL Boiler. During an ON period, the boiler periodically pre-heats the plate heat exchanger to optimize the delivery time for domestic hot water to taps or showers.

Summary

Introduction

Safety Information

Electricity Supply Requirements

Details the electrical connection requirements, including voltage, frequency, and fusing.

Key Operational Safety Notes

Important warnings regarding appliance operation, compartment use, and component tampering.

Minimum Installation Clearances

Specifies required clearances around the boiler for safe operation and servicing.

Boiler Ignition Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for safely igniting the boiler for the first time.

Boiler Operation and Controls

Winter and Summer Operating Modes

Explains boiler operation for central heating and domestic hot water demands.

Water Temperature Control

Details how to adjust and manage water temperatures for DHW and central heating.

Boiler Shutdown and Relighting

Procedures for safely shutting down and restarting the boiler.

Frost Protection

Information on the boiler's built-in frost protection and optional external kits.

Boiler Fault Indicators

Descriptions of fault codes like 'LA' for overheat and 'LF' for flame failure.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Guidelines for cleaning the boiler and recommended annual servicing.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

General System Not Working

Steps for when the boiler fails to provide heating or hot water.

Flame Failure Error (LF)

Diagnosing and resolving flame failure errors indicated by an 'LF' display.

Heating Operation Failure

Steps to take if the boiler fails to initiate central heating operation.

Unintended Hot Water Operation

Investigating the boiler activating for hot water demand without a tap being opened.

Intermittent Boiler Firing

Understanding occasional short firing cycles of the boiler.

ITime Programmer Functions

Programmer Introduction and Interface

Overview of the ESPRIT 2 programmer's functions, interface, and capabilities.

GMT;BST Time Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the clock between GMT and BST.

Advance Function and Pre-Heat

How to advance program times and information on the DHW pre-heat feature.

Battery Backup Functionality

Details on retaining settings during power outages.

ITime Programmer Navigation

Programming Mode Structure

Diagram illustrating the navigation structure within the programmer's settings mode.

Setting the Day and Time

Setting Day and Time

Step-by-step guide to setting the current day and time on the programmer.

Programming Heating and Hot Water Periods

Programming Heating Periods

Instructions for setting ON/OFF times for central heating periods.

Programming Hot Water Periods

Instructions for setting ON/OFF times for domestic hot water periods.

Setting Hot Water Temperature

Adjusting Hot Water Temperature

Guidance on setting the domestic hot water delivery temperature.

Quick Review of Programmed Settings

Reviewing Heating Times

How to view the programmed ON/OFF times for central heating.

Reviewing Hot Water Temperature

How to view the programmed domestic hot water temperature.

Preset Program Times and Temperatures

Preset Central Heating Times

Details the default ON/OFF times for central heating.

Preset Hot Water Times

Details the default ON/OFF times for domestic hot water.

Preset Temperatures

Specifies the default radiator and hot water temperatures.

Fault Finding and Error Codes

Understanding Fault Codes

Explanation of temporary ('H') and permanent ('L') fault codes.

Resetting the Boiler After Faults

How to reset the boiler after a fault condition has been cleared.

Clearing Preset Program Times

Clearing Heating Time Periods

Procedure to individually clear preset central heating time periods.

Clearing Hot Water Time Periods

Procedure to individually clear preset domestic hot water time periods.

ITime Programmer Controls and Display

Programmer Buttons and Functions

Explanation of the 'PROG', 'SELECT', 'UP', and 'DOWN' buttons and their uses.

Programmer Display Symbols

Description of symbols like 'PROG', 'Heating demand', 'Hot Water demand', and 'flame' symbol.

Mode Indicators (ON, OFF, TIMED, ADVANCE)

Meaning of mode indicators for heating and hot water channels.

IDEAL ESPRIT 2 30 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Output30kW
MountingWall-mounted
ERP RatingA
TypeCombi
Fuel TypeGas

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