Installation
12 ecoTEC plus installation and maintenance instructions 0020134823_01
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4 Installation
4.1 Scope of delivery
The Vaillant ecoTEC plus is delivered pre-assembled in a
packaging unit.
4.1.1 Unpacking the boiler
> Open the box by pulling on the tear-off strings.
> Remove the boiler from its box.
> Remove the protective film from all parts of the boiler.
> Place the boiler so that it is vertical on the foot pad.
4.1.2 Checking the scope of delivery
> Check that the scope of delivery is complete and intact
(¬ table 4.1).
Number Description
1 Hanging bracket
1 Unit
1
Enclosed documentation
- Installation and maintenance instructions
- Operating instructions
- Flue pipe installation manual
- Installation template
- Guarantee card
- Various stickers
1 Condensate siphon
1
Bag containing small parts (assembly kit)
- 1 x expansion relief valve, 6bar
- 2 x service valves
- 6 x wood screws
- 6 x rawl plug, 10 x 60 mm
- 6 x washers
4.1 Scope of delivery
4.1.3 Disposing of the packaging
> Dispose of the cardboard packaging used on the ecoTEC
plus at a recovered paper collection point.
> Dispose of the plastic film and plastic filling at an appro-
priate plastic recycling site.
> Observe valid national regulations.
4.2 Transporting the unit
Important:
In regard to the regulations of 1992 concerning the manual
handling of loads, the unit exceeds the weight which can be
lifted by a single person.
General handling recommendations
> Clear your path before lifting the unit.
> Use safe lifting techniques – keep your back straight –
and bend your legs at the knee.
> Hold the load as close as possible to your body. Do not
twist your body – instead, reposition your feet.
> If the unit is being lifted by 2 persons, ensure your move-
ments are coordinated during lifting.
> Avoid bending your upper body - do not lean forwards or
to the side.
> Wear appropriate cut resistant and non-slip gloves to
protect yourself against sharp edges and maintain a safe
and secure grip.
> If required, get somebody to assist you in this.
Unloading the box from the delivery van
It is recommended that two people lift the unit together.
> Lift the box using the straps provided.
> Use safe lifting techniques – keep your back straight –
and bend your legs at the knee.
> Hold the load as close as possible to your body.
> If the unit is being lifted by 2 persons, ensure your move-
ments are coordinated during lifting.
> If required, get somebody to assist you in this.
Transporting the box from the delivery point to the
installation site – ground floor
It is recommended that two people lift the unit together.
> Use safe lifting techniques – keep your back straight –
and bend your legs at the knee.
> Hold the load as close as possible to your body.
> If the unit is being lifted by 2 persons, ensure your move-
ments are coordinated during lifting.
> Clear your path before lifting the unit.
> Use safe lifting techniques – keep your back straight –
and bend your legs at the knee.
> Do not twist your body – instead, reposition your feet.
> Avoid tripping hazards, slippery or wet surfaces as well
as steps and stairs.
> If required, get somebody to assist you in this.