Note!
The following points must be observed for closed systems:
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Provide a certified pressure relief device.
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Note that water may drip from the discharge pipe of the pressure relief device. This pipe must be left open to atmosphere, be
located in a frost free environment and be installed with a continuous downward inclination.
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Regularly test the functioning of the pressure relief device. Also use the function test to remove limescale deposits and to
ensure that the pressure relief device is not blocked.
If a pressure-free connection exists, provide recirculation and shut-off valves as well as a commercial fitting for the pressure-free
connection.
6
Commissioning
ATTENTION
Attention – Device damage due to dry-running!
Dry operation of the heater is not permitted and will result in the heater being damaged. It may then no longer be used.
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The device heating elements must be covered with water.
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Ensure a sufficient water level in the storage tank.
The device will be ready for commissioning when the tasks described in the "Installation" chapter have been completed:
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The installation in the storage tank is completed.
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The electrical connection has been created by a trained electrician according to applicable national and local regulations. The indicator lamp
indicates whether there is a voltage at the heating element.
Use the control knob on the device to set the required temperature.
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The device heats up the water.
Note!
Allow for the water heating time. Heating may require several hours and depends on the following conditions:
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The power of the device.
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The initial temperature of the water.
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Storage tank volume.
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Volume of drinking water removed during heating.
6.1
Thermal disinfection
CAUTION
Risk of burns
Escaping hot medium can cause burns.
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Maintain a sufficient distance from the escaping medium.
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Wear suitable personal protective equipment (safety gloves and goggles).
Thermal disinfection is usually performed within a facility system. The disinfection depends on the facility size.
After device commissioning, complete a thermal disinfection process for the facility system. Legionella bacteria are killed at a water temperature of
> 70 °C.
Ensure these prerequisites for the plant system are fulfilled:
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All water drawing points must be closed.
Ensure a water temperature of 70 °C upstream of the device heating area as follows.
Proceed as follows:
1.
Use the control knob on the device to set the temperature to 75°C.
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The device heating elements heat the water.
2.
Open a tap.
3.
Catch the water in an appropriate container.
4.
Verify that the temperature of the discharging water is about 70°C.
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Continuous 70°C temperature for three minutes.
5.
After three minutes, close the tap.
Thermal disinfection is completed.
Note!
According to the Deutsche Verein für Gas- und Wasserfach e.V. [German association for gas and water professionals], a plant
system for heating domestic hot water must be thermally disinfected.
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Refer to worksheet W551.
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