EasyManua.ls Logo

Vaillant VU 186/5-5 (H-GB) ecoTEC plus 618 User Manual

Vaillant VU 186/5-5 (H-GB) ecoTEC plus 618
80 pages
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Page #1 background imageLoading...
Page #1 background image
en Installation and maintenance instructions
ecoTEC plus
VU, VUW ..6/5-5
0020244997_07 - 15.07.2021

Table of Contents

Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the Vaillant VU 186/5-5 (H-GB) ecoTEC plus 618 and is the answer not in the manual?

Vaillant VU 186/5-5 (H-GB) ecoTEC plus 618 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandVaillant
ModelVU 186/5-5 (H-GB) ecoTEC plus 618
CategoryBoiler
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Information

Intended Use

Defines the proper application and prohibited uses of the product.

Qualification Requirements

Specifies the necessary professional training and competence for performing work.

General Safety Information

Covers essential safety guidelines regarding gas, flue gas, air supply, electricity, and weight.

Guarantee and Customer Service

Technical Specifications

Documentation Notes

CE Marking

Explains the CE marking and product compliance with directives.

Identification Plate Information

Describes the information found on the product's identification plate.

Product Design and Features

Serial Number Identification

Locates and explains the product's serial number.

Product Design Overview

Details functional elements for heating and hot water generation modes.

Boiler Safety Devices

Product Setup Procedures

Scope of Delivery Check

Instructions to verify all components are present and intact upon delivery.

Product Dimensions

Provides detailed physical dimensions of the boiler unit.

Installation Site Requirements

Minimum Clearances

Specifies the minimum required space around the boiler for installation and maintenance.

Compartment Ventilation

Discusses ventilation requirements for installation enclosures.

Air/flue pipe Regulations

Outlines regulations and guidelines for the installation of air and flue pipes.

Flue System Configuration

Horizontal Concentric Flue Installation

Describes the installation of horizontal concentric flue systems.

Terminal Protection

Details requirements for protecting flue terminals from damage or contact.

Vertical Concentric Flue Installation

Describes the installation of vertical concentric flue systems.

Front Casing Removal and Installation

Side Section Removal and Installation

Procedures for removing and reinstalling the product's side sections.

Product Installation Procedures

Installation Requirements and Gas Group

Covers gas group information, purging, and correct gas type usage.

Preparing for Installation

Steps for preparing the installation, including checking gas supply and system components.

Installing the Gas Connection

Guidance on connecting the gas supply to the boiler.

Condensate Discharge Pipe Connection

Air/Flue Pipe Installation

Electrical Installation Safety

Critical safety instructions for electrical connections to prevent shocks.

Connecting Controls to Electronics

How to connect external controls and thermostats to the boiler's electronics.

Product Operation and Settings

Operating Concept and Installer Level

Overview of the operating philosophy and access to installer settings.

Live Monitor (Status Codes)

Explains how to view product status codes for monitoring operation.

Setting Hot Water Temperature

Instructions for adjusting the domestic hot water temperature, including Legionella safety.

Initial Product Start-up Procedures

Initial Start-up Process

Steps for initial product start-up, including Benchmark Checklist usage.

Running Installation Assistants

Guide to using the product's installation assistant for setup.

Gas Family Check Procedure

Using Check Programmes

How to access and utilize various product check programmes.

Heating Water Quality Check

Procedures for checking and treating heating water quality and inhibitors.

Low Water Pressure Prevention

Heating Installation Filling

Purging the Heating Installation

Steps for purging air from the heating system.

Gas System Inspection

Factory Gas Setting Check

Verifying the product's factory-set gas configuration.

Gas Flow Rate Check

Procedures for checking and verifying the gas flow rate.

Hot Flushing of Heating Installation

Checking Leak-Tightness

How to perform leak-tightness checks on the gas, heating, and hot water circuits.

Heating System Adaptation

Burner Anti-Cycling Time Setting

Adjusting the time the burner waits after switching off to prevent short cycling.

Setting the Maintenance Interval

Configuring the interval for scheduled maintenance checks.

Pump Output Adjustment

Setting the Bypass Valve

Procedure for setting the bypass valve to ensure correct pump operation.

End User Handover Procedures

Routine Inspection and Maintenance

Inspection and Maintenance Tasks

General procedures and checks for annual product inspection and maintenance.

Preparing for Maintenance Work

Steps to take before commencing maintenance work on the boiler.

Function Menu Operations

How to use the function menu to test components.

Removing the Compact Thermal Module

Instructions for safely removing the product's compact thermal module.

Heat Exchanger Cleaning

Checking the Burner Assembly

Inspecting the burner for damage and checking insulating mats.

Condensate Trap Cleaning

Cleaning the Cold Water Inlet Strainer

Procedure for cleaning the strainer in the cold water inlet.

Draining the Product

Steps for safely draining the boiler's internal components.

Internal Expansion Vessel Pressure Check

How to check and adjust the pre-charge pressure of the internal expansion vessel.

Troubleshooting

Checking Service Messages

How to interpret and act on product service messages.

Eliminating Faults

Guidance on identifying and resolving common product faults.

Fault Memory Management

How to access, view, and clear the fault memory log.

Preparing for Repair Work

Steps to take to safely prepare the product for repair.

Component Replacement Procedures

Replacing the Burner Assembly

Detailed steps for removing and replacing the burner.

Replacing the Gas Valve Assembly

Instructions for replacing the gas valve assembly.

Product Decommissioning

Temporarily Decommissioning

Steps for temporarily taking the product out of service.

Permanently Decommissioning

Procedures for permanently removing the product from service.

Recycling and Disposal

Inspection and Maintenance Schedule

Installer Level Settings Overview

Diagnostics Codes Explained

Status Codes Overview

Fault Codes and Troubleshooting Measures

Check Programmes Overview

Function Menu Overview

Electrical Wiring Diagrams

Wiring Diagram: Heating Mode Only (12-35 kW)

Electrical wiring diagram for heating-only models (12-35 kW).

Wiring Diagram: Heating Mode Only (≥ 37 kW)

Electrical wiring diagram for heating-only models (≥ 37 kW).

Wiring Diagram: Integrated DHW (12-35 kW)

Electrical wiring diagram for models with integrated DHW (12-35 kW).

Wiring Diagram: Integrated DHW (≥ 37 kW)

Electrical wiring diagram for models with integrated DHW (≥ 37 kW).

Benchmark Commissioning Checklist

Boiler System Commissioning Record

Boiler Service and Maintenance Record

Commissioning Flowchart

Related product manuals