Potterton Housewarmer 45 User Manual

Potterton Housewarmer 45 - G.C. No. 44 590 18
Potterton Housewarmer 55 - G.C. No. 44 590 19
Installation & Service Instructions
Housewarmer 45 & 55
Gas Fired Electronic Back Boilers
BB45001B
THE GAS SAFETY (INSTALLATION AND USE) REGULATIONS 1994 (as amended).
‘‘ In your own interest, and that of safety, it is law that all gas appliances are installed by competent persons,
in accordance with the above regulations. Failure to install appliances correctly could lead to prosecution.’’
Installation must be in accordance with these installation & Service Instructions and the rules in force.
The polythene bags used for packaging are a potential hazard to babies and young children
and MUST BE DISPOSED OF IMMEDIATELY.
LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE USER FOR USE ON FUTURE CALLS
For Use With Natural Gas
(G20) Only At 20mbar
For Use in GB & IE
IMPORTANT
PLEASE READ THIS BOOK
BEFORE INSTALLING,
OPERATING OR SERVICING
THIS APPLIANCE.

Potterton Housewarmer 45 Specifications

General

Brand	Potterton
Model	Housewarmer 45
Category	Boiler
Language	English

Summary

Technical Data

General

Installation Requirements

The System

Details system requirements, static head, and pipework configurations for domestic hot water.

Fireplace Opening & Hearth

Specifies minimum dimensions for fireplace openings and hearth requirements for safe installation.

Chimneys & Flues

Outlines mandatory flue system requirements, materials, and installation guidelines.

Electricity Supply

Details electrical connection specifications, fusing, and safety standards for the appliance.

Gas Supply

Addresses gas supply checks, pipe sizing, and compliance with regulations.

Pre-Installation Checks

A checklist of essential tasks and conditions to verify before installing the boiler.

Install the Boiler

Step-by-step guide for physically mounting and securing the boiler unit in its location.

Electrical Connections

Provides detailed instructions for wiring internal and external electrical components.

Commissioning

Commission the Boiler

Procedures for initial gas soundness, system filling, and basic operational setup.

Final Adjustments

Fine-tuning gas pressure, burner settings, and system controls for optimal performance.

Final Checks

Verifying all systems operate correctly post-commissioning, including pilot and burner.

Re-check Flue Efficiency

Performing flue performance tests to ensure safe operation and compliance.

Install the Fire Front

Instructions for fitting the decorative fire front and checking for spillage.

Instruct the User

Installer's responsibilities for user handover, explaining operation and safety.

Servicing & Replacement of Parts

Preparation

Safety precautions and steps to take before commencing servicing or part replacement.

Burner/Gas Valve Assembly

Procedure for removing and refitting the combined burner and gas valve assembly.

Main Burner Injector

Specific instructions for servicing or replacing the main burner injector.

Lint Guard

Cleaning and maintenance procedures for the burner's lint guard.

OxyPilot/Electrode Assembly

Steps for servicing or replacing the OxyPilot and associated electrode assembly.

Burner

Detailed guide for servicing the existing burner or fitting a new one.

Gas Valve

Instructions for servicing or replacing the main gas control valve unit.

Overheat Thermostat

Procedure for replacing the safety overheat thermostat.

Control Thermostat

Procedure for replacing the system's control thermostat.

Electronic Control Box

Steps for replacing the main electronic control unit.

User Control Box

Procedure for replacing the user interface control unit.

Heat Exchanger

Instructions for cleaning and servicing the appliance's heat exchanger.

Fault Finding

Electrical Diagrams

Flow Diagrams

Short List Of Spares