Zip Aquapoint III AP3/30 User Manual

Contents
Specification 2
Performance 2
Dimensions 3
Parts List 3-4
Installation
Requirements 4-6
Positioning 7-8
Plumbing 8
Electrical 9
Commissioning 9-10
Maintenance
Precautions 10-11
Schedule 11
Fault Finding 12
Draining 13
De-Installation 13
Warranty 14
Installation must only be undertaken by a
competent person holding a current Registered
Operative Identity card for the installation of
unvented domestic hot water storage systems
issued by an accredited body.
The Zip Aquapoint must be installed in
accordance with these instructions and all
current legislation, codes of practice and
regulations governing the installation of
unvented hot water cylinders in force at the
time of installation.
AP3/30, AP3/50, AP3/80, AP3/100 Installation Instructions 2 1 AP3/30, AP3/50, AP3/80, AP3/100 Installation Instructions
Specification
Product: Zip Aquapoint III
Type: Direct unvented
Capacity: 30 litre, 50 litre, 80 litre, 100 litre
Loading: 3.0kW/230v~
Fuse Rating: 15A
Thermostat: Adjustable 25ºC to 75ºC
Thermal cut-out: Manually re-settable set to 84+0/-5ºC
Water vessel: Glass enamelled steel tested to 13 bar. Maximum working
pressure 6 bar
Insulation: High performance foam insulation
Controls: Pressure reducing valve and line strainer set to 3.5 bar
Expansion relief and single check valve set to 6 bar
Pressure and temperature relief valve set to 7 bar and 90ºC
External expansion vessel pre-charged to 3.5 bar
Expansion vessel capacity: 5 litre AP3/30, AP3/50
8 litre AP3/80, AP3/100
Approvals: Zip Aquapoint III complies with LVD and EMC directives and
is CE endorsed. Zip Aquapoint III has been examined,
tested and found, when correctly fitted, to comply with the
requirements of the United Kingdom Water Regulations/
Byelaws (Scotland). The product, therefore, is listed under
the WRAS (Water Regulations Advisory Scheme) Water
Fitting and Materials Directory.
Performance
Size Model Heat up time Re-heat time
(15° to 65ºC) (70% vol.)
30 litre AP3/30 37mins 23mins
50 litre AP3/50 58mins 38mins
80 litre AP3/80 88mins 58mins
100 litre AP3/100 110mins 72mins

Zip Aquapoint III AP3/30 Specifications

General

Capacity	30 liters
Power Rating	3 kW
Voltage	230 V
Frequency	50 Hz
Protection	IPX4
Mounting	Wall Mounted
Thermostat	Adjustable
Water Pressure	8 bar
Heating Capacity	2 kW
Type	Unvented Under Sink Water Heater

Summary

Specification

Product, Type, and Capacity

Details product name, type, and available capacities.

Electrical and Thermostat Settings

Covers loading, fuse rating, thermostat, and thermal cut-out.

Water Vessel, Insulation, Controls, and Approvals

Summarizes construction, insulation, safety controls, and certifications.

Dimensions and Parts List

Unit Dimensions and Weight

Provides physical size and weight specifications for models.

Component Identification and Factory Parts

Lists and identifies unit components and pre-fitted parts.

Discharge Requirements

Safety Valve Discharge Piping

Details requirements for safety valve discharge pipe installation.

Discharge Location and Visibility

Covers acceptable discharge locations and visibility rules.

Discharge Pipe Sizing Guidance

Provides a table for sizing copper discharge pipes.

Installation Positioning and Plumbing

Unit Positioning and Clearances

Advises on vertical mounting, wall strength, and clearances.

Cold Water Supply and Connections

Details cold water supply, connections, and manifold assembly.

Safety Valve Connections and Drainage

Covers expansion vessel connection and drainage provisions.

Electrical and Commissioning

Electrical Safety and Connections

Outlines electrical safety precautions and connection requirements.

Commissioning Steps

Provides a step-by-step guide for commissioning the unit.

Maintenance and Fault Finding

Maintenance Precautions and Schedule

Details safety precautions and recommended inspection schedule.

Troubleshooting Common Faults

Lists common issues, their possible causes, and solutions.

Draining and De-Installation

Unit Draining Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for draining the water heater.

Heater De-Installation Steps

Provides instructions for safely removing the unit.

Warranty

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Explains the terms, limitations, and duration of the product warranty.

Exclusions and Limitations

Details what is not covered by the warranty.