Potterton Housewarmer 55 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 55 Specifications

General

Boiler Type	Conventional
Floor-standing	Yes
Output	55, 000 BTU
Fuel Type	Gas
CH Output (kW)	16.1 kW
Output (BTU/h)	55, 000

Summary

3. Installation Requirements

3.1 The System

Describes system types for boiler installation, including gravity and pumped systems.

3.2 Fireplace Opening & Hearth

3.3 Chimneys & Flues

Covers requirements for flue systems, including material, installation, and testing for combustion evacuation.

3.4 Electricity Supply

Safety Valve Requirements

3.5 Gas Supply

Pressure Gauge Specifications

Expansion Vessel Guidelines

4. Installation

4.1 Pre-Installation Checks

Lists essential checks to perform before starting the boiler installation process.

4.2 Install the Boiler

Step-by-step guide for physically installing the boiler unit into the fireplace opening.

4.3 Electrical Connections

Explains how to connect the boiler's electrical components and external controls.

5. Commissioning

5.1 Commission the Boiler

Outlines the procedures for commissioning the boiler, including safety checks and initial setup.

5.2 Final Adjustments

Details steps for making final adjustments to the boiler after commissioning.

5.3 Final Checks

Lists essential final checks to ensure proper operation after installation and commissioning.

5.4 Re-check Flue Efficiency

6. Servicing & Replacement of Parts

6.1 Preparation

Pre-servicing safety precautions and preparation steps.

6.7 Gas Valve

Steps for servicing or replacing the gas valve.

6.2 Burner/Gas Valve Assembly

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

6.5 OxyPilot/Electrode Assembly

6.8 Overheat Thermostat

6.3 Main Burner Injector

6.6 Burner

6.10 Electronic Control Box

6.12 Heat Exchanger

7. Fault Finding

8. Electrical Diagrams

9. Flow Diagrams

10. Short List Of Spares

4. Installation (Gas Fire)

Install The Convector Box (Gas Fire)

Detailed steps for installing the convector box component of the gas fire.

4.4 Install the Convector Box (Gas Fire)

Further instructions on installing the convector box for the gas fire.

4.2 Install the Surround and Controls (Gas Fire)

Steps for installing the outer metal surround and associated user controls for the gas fire.

4.5 Assemble and Install the Burner Tray (Gas Fire)

6. Check Gas Pressure & Operation Of Fire

7. Test For Spillage (Gas Fire)

Procedure for testing the gas fire for spillage, with and without the boiler operating.

6. Fitting the Facia (Gas Fire)

9. Complete the installation (Gas Fire)

10. Servicing & Cleaning (Gas Fire)

10.1 Remove the Fire (Gas Fire)

10.2 Inspect & Clean Components (Gas Fire)

11. Replacement of Parts (Gas Fire)

11.1 General Access (Gas Fire)

11.2 A.S.D Assembly (Gas Fire)

11.3 Burner Injector (Gas Fire)

11.6 Gas Tap (Gas Fire)

11.5 Piezo Unit (Gas Fire)