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Worcester C1

Worcester C1
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WALL MOUNTED COMBINATION BOILER FOR CENTRAL HEATING
AND MAINS FED DOMESTIC HOT WATER
INSTALLATION AND
SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance is for use with Natural Gas.
GC NUMBER 47 311 53 (N.G.)
APPLIANCE OUTPUTS
Natural Gas
Domestic Central Heating
Minimum 8.5 kW 8.5 kW
Maximum 28.0 kW 28.0 kW
IMPORTANT: THESE INSTRUCTIONS APPLY IN THE UK ONLY
AND MUST BE LEFT WITH THE USER OR AT THE GAS METER
Read the instructions before starting work - they have been written to make
the installation easier and prevent hold-ups.
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Worcester C1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandWorcester
ModelC1
CategoryBoiler
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Appliance Output Specifications

Installation Regulations

Gas Safety Regulations

Legal requirements for gas appliance installation by competent persons.

British Standards Compliance

Adherence to relevant British Standards for installation and safety.

Introduction

General Information

Appliance output, hot water flow, and pressure ratings.

Electrical Supply Requirements

Voltage, frequency, power consumption, and fuse ratings.

Gas Supply Requirements

Natural gas type, flow rate, and pressure requirements.

Installation Considerations

Indoor installation, sealed systems, and compartment fitting rules.

Flue System Details

Flue routing options and terminal requirements.

Appliance Controls Overview

Description of controls for CH and DHW temperature adjustment.

Siting The Appliance

Flue Terminal Positions

Air Supply Requirements

No Separate Vent Required

Appliance does not need a dedicated vent for combustion air.

Cupboard Installation Clearances

Minimum clearances for fitting the appliance in a cupboard.

Cooling Ventilation Requirements

Vents needed for compartments with reduced clearances.

Minimum Free Area Requirements

Specified free areas for air vents from the room or outside.

Sealed System

System Filling and Pressure

Requirements for filling, pressurising, and venting sealed systems.

Open Vent System Suitability

Appliance is not suitable for open vent systems.

Domestic Hot Water

Gas Supply

Electrical Connections

Installing The Appliance

General Installation Notes

Suitability for sealed systems and flue installation standards.

Unpacking and Contents Check

Procedures for unpacking and verifying appliance components.

Site Preparation Guidelines

Checking position, wall suitability, and required clearances.

Fixing Holes and Flue Opening

Marking and drilling points for wall mounting and flue duct.

Wall Mounting Plate and Manifold

Fitting the wall plate and connecting the manifold assembly.

Gas and Water Pipe Connections

Connecting gas and water pipes to the appliance manifold.

Boiler Installation

Air and Flue Duct Preparation

Measuring and Cutting Flue Ducts

Fitting Flue Assembly with Terminal Access

Fitting Flue Assembly without Terminal Access

Flue Bends

Vertical Adapter for Horizontal Flues

Installation Completion Checks

Commissioning The Appliance

Initial Cabinet Removal and Checks

Removing cabinet, checking supplies and connections before commissioning.

Setting Expansion Vessel Pressure

Adjusting expansion vessel charge pressure based on static head.

Setting System Pressure

Filling and pressurising the system to the correct operating pressure.

ClockProgrammer Setup

Configuring fitted clock or programmer settings.

Gas and Electricity Supply Check

Verifying gas and electricity supplies are off before pressure testing.

Checking Burner Pressure

Domestic Hot Water Operation Check

Central Heating Operation Check

System Balancing

Room Thermostat Functionality

Combined DHW and CH Operation

Commissioning Completion

Instructions To The User

User Booklet Handover

Presenting the user booklet and explaining its contents.

Safe and Efficient Operation

Guiding the user on safe and efficient appliance operation.

Cold Weather Precautions

Advising users on what to do in very cold conditions.

System Pressure Fall

Explaining actions if system pressure drops.

Importance of Regular Servicing

Highlighting the benefits of regular maintenance for efficiency and lifespan.

Competent Person Requirement

Emphasising that work must be done by qualified personnel.

Inspection And Service

Preliminary Inspection Checks

Visual checks of terminal, clearances, and joints for leaks.

Combustion Performance Test

Measuring CO2 and CO levels for correct combustion.

Replacement Of Parts

Safety Precautions Before Replacement

Turning off supplies and checking gas soundness after work.

Component Access Procedures

Referring to service section for gaining access to components.

Draining the Appliance

Steps for draining the primary and DHW circuits before component removal.

General Component Replacement Notes

Notes on using new gaskets, O-rings, and checking electrical connections.

Gas Valve Replacement

Spark Electrode Assembly Replacement

Flame Sense Electrode Replacement

Burner Replacement

Combustion Chamber Insulation Replacement

Pressure Gauge Replacement

Relief Valve Replacement

Flow Switch Replacement

Inlet Water Filter Maintenance

Control Board Replacement

Transformer Replacement

ClockProgrammer Replacement

Fan Replacement

Air Flow Detector Replacement

Primary [CH] Sensor Replacement

Overheat Thermostat Replacement

DHW Sensor Replacement

Pump Replacement

Expansion Vessel Replacement

Auto Air Vent Replacement

Primary Heat Exchanger Replacement

Air Flow Switch Replacement

Short Parts List

Operational Flow Diagrams

Fault Finding Guide

Preliminary Electrical Checks

Essential electrical checks before starting fault diagnosis.

Light Situation Indicators

Interpreting indicator light patterns for fault identification.

Fail Point A: No Power

Fail Point B: Fuse Issues

Fail Point D: Central Heating Issues

Fail Point E: Hot Water Issues

Fail Point F: EnvironmentBoard Issues

Fail Point G: Primary Overheat

Fail Point H: Burner Lockout

Fail Point I: Sensor Faults

Fail Point J: Air Pressure Faults

Fail Point K: Gas Valve Mode Setting

Fail Point L: Water Temperature Issues

User Instructions and Customer Care Guide

General Information

Gas Safety Regulations

Legal requirements for gas appliance installation.

General Description of C1 Models

Overview of C1 appliances for DHW and central heating.

General Notes

Central Heating System Checks

Checking radiator heating and venting during initial operation.

Sealed Heating System Pressure

Maintaining and checking system pressure in sealed systems.

Clearances

Room Thermostat Installation

Information on fitting and setting a room thermostat for central heating.

Thermostatic Radiator Valves

Requirements for thermostatic radiator valves and advice on preventing short cycling.

Showers, Taps, and Mixing Valves

Suitability of water fittings for mains pressure and shower valve use.

Hot and Cold Water Flow Considerations

Managing water flow from multiple outlets simultaneously.

Water Mains Failure Impact

Effect of mains water supply failure on appliance and heating.

Use in Hard Water Areas

Ventilation of Room Sealed Appliances

Circulating Pump Settings

Frost Precautions

Annual Service Importance

Safety Warning for Gas Leaks

Cleaning the Appliance

Operation of Controls

Operating Switch Function

Turning the appliance on and off via the main switch.

Central Heating Temperature Control

Adjusting radiator water temperature and switching to hot water only mode.

Domestic Hot Water Temperature Control

Setting the domestic hot water temperature and flow adjustments.

Facia Mounted Programmer

Information on using the optional facia-mounted programmer.

Reset Button Usage

How to use the reset button for slow flashing indicator lights.

System Pressure Gauge Interpretation

Understanding the system pressure gauge readings.

Indicator Lights Explained

Lighting and Stopping the Appliance

How to Light the Appliance

Steps for turning on the appliance and setting controls.

How to Stop the Appliance

Procedures for short and long-term shutdown of the appliance.

Electricity Supply Failure Response

How the appliance behaves during and after power interruptions.

Overheat Cut-Off Thermostat Function

How the overheat thermostat triggers a lockout condition.

Ignition Lockout Procedure

Air Flow Device Lockout

Appliance Fails to Operate

Maintaining Your Appliance

Your C1 Guarantee

Guarantee Registration

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