DRAZICE OKCE 80 Electric Water Heaters Installation Guide
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DRAZICE OKCE 80 Electric Water Heaters
TANK-TYPE WATER HEATE R FOR VERTICAL MOUNTING
CAREFULLY READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING THE WATER HEATER!
Dear Customer,
would like to thank you for your decision to use a product of our brand. With
this guide, we will introduce you to the use, construction, maintenance and
other information on electrical water heaters.
The product is not intended to be controlled by
a) people (including children) with reduced physical, sensual or mental
capacities, or
b) people with insufficient knowledge and experiences unless supervised by a
responsible person, or unless properly instructed by such a responsible
person.
The manufacturer reserves the right for engineering modification of the
product. The product is designed for permanent contact with drinkable water.
It is recommended to use the product in an indoor environment with air
temperatures from +2 °C to +45 °C and relative humidity up to 80 %. The
product’s reliability and safety is proven by tests implemented by the
Engineering Test Institute in Brno.
Made in the Czech Republic.
PRODUCT TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
Tank type water heater (the heater hereinafter) is designed for the
accumulation heating of service water by electric energy.
Water is heated by an electric element in an enameled thermally insulated tank
at the time defined by the power supplier.
The element is at the time of heating controlled by a thermostat the
temperature of which can be adjusted continuously (within the range between 5
°C and 75 °C). Once the selected temperature is reached, heating interrupts
automatically.
Water accumulated in the tank is then used for consumption. The tank keeps
constant pressure of water from the water main.
If the combination faucet hot water valve is opened, water from the water
supply conduit pressed out by cold water pressure flows out of the heater.
Hot water flows out through the top part, and water flowing in remains in the
bottom part of the heater.
Pressure principle allows hot water withdrawal at any place from the heater.
ADVICE FOR CUSTOMERS
HOT WATER CONSUMPTION
Consumption of hot water in households depends on the number of people, amount
of sanitary equipment, length, diameter and insulation of piping in the flat,
or on individual habits of users. The cheapest option of water heating comes
at the time when the electricity rate is reduced.
Find out in what time intervals your electricity supplier provides reduced
tariff and, depending on that information, select relevant volume and power
input of the heater so that your hot water consumption covered the needs of
your household.
ENERGY SAVING
The heater is insulated with quality polyurethane Freon free foam. Set the
temperature of the heater’s thermostat to that level only that you need to run
your home. Thus you will reduce electricity consumption, as well as the amount
of lime sediments on the walls of the receptacle and on the electric body.
EMERGENCY POWER CONSUMPTION
According to current legislation, the standby consumption is stated in the
value of annual consumption of electric energy (kWh), which is measured
according to the corresponding load profile and calculated according to the
formulas and requirements of EU Regulation No. 812/2013.
TYPE
| | OKCE 80
OKHE 80
| OKCE 100
OKHE 100
| OKCE 125
OKHE 125
| OKCE 160
OKHE 160
|
OKCE 200
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
VOLUME
|
l
|
75
| 97
100
| 122
121
| 149
153
|
199
MAX OPERATING OVERPRESSURE IN THE TANK|
bar
| | |
6
| |
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION| | | 3/N/PE ~ 400V/50Hz|
RECOMMENDED BREAKER| | | | 3×10 A| |
INPUT| W| | | 4000| |
EL. PROTECTION| | | | IP 44| |
MAX OPERATING TEMPERATURE OF HOT WATER (HW)|
°C
| | |
80
| |
RECOMMENDED HOT WATER (HW) TEMPERATURE|
°C
| | |
60
| |
HEIGHT OF THE HEATER
|
mm
| 757
740
| 902
885
| 1067
1050
| 1255
1235
|
1300
HEATER DIAMETER
(only OKCE)
|
mm
|
524
|
524
|
524
|
524
|
584
THE HEATER DIMENSION
width x depth (only OKHE)
|
mm
| | |
520×550
| |
MAX WEIGHT OF THE HEATER WITHOUT WATER|
kg
| 33
35
| 40
39
| 44
46
| 50
52
|
67
TIME OF EL. HEATING
**FROM 10°C TO 60°C***
|
hrs
|
1.1
| 1.4
1.5
|
1.8
|
2.2
|
2.9
MIXED WATER V40
|
l
| 138.70
124.83
| 165.41
151.66
| 231.10
180.40
| 242.83
219.82
|
331.26
LOAD PROFILE| | M| M| M| L| XL
ENERGY EFFICIENCY CLASS| | C| C| C| C| C
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
|
%
| 38
37
| 38
37
| 36
38
| 39
38
|
38
ANNUAL CONSUMPTION OF ELECTRIC ENERGY|
kWh
| 1342
1391
| 1362
1395
| 1409
1353
| 2622
2715
|
4403
DESIGN AND GENERAL HEATER DIMENSIONS
The heater tanks are made of a steel plate and tested by 1.5 multiple of the
operating pressure values. The inside of the receptacle is enameled. A flange
is welded onto the bottom of the tank with a flange lid screwed to it. A
sealing ring is inserted between the flange lid and the flange. Thermowells
for placing a heating element, thermostat sensors and safety fuses are located
in the flange lid.
An anode rod is mounted onto the M8 nut. Electric wiring is placed underneath
the plastic removable cover. Description of basic parts of the heater – Figure
- Heater dimensions – Figure 2 and Table 2, Figure 3 and Table 3.
- Temperature indicator
- Heating element well
- Ceramic heating element 4000 W
- Service thermostat with external control and safety pipe
- Electric installation cover
- Cold water supply pipe
- Thermowell
- Hot water withdrawal pipe
- Mg anode
- Enamelled steel receptacle
- Polyurethane insulation
- Heater shell
OKCE 80, OKCE 100, OKCE 125, OKCE 160, OKCE 200
| OKCE 80| OKCE 100| OKCE 125| OKCE 160| OKCE 200
---|---|---|---|---|---
A| 757| 902| 1067| 1255| 1300
B| 562| 562| 562| 562| 617
C| 14| 14| 14| 14| 14
D| 524| 524| 524| 524| 584
E| 605| 725| 760| 1000| 806
F| 508| 654| 682| 925| 600
H| 142| 167| 297| 245| 480
K| 116| 116| 116| 116| 116
R| 450| 450| 450| 450| 450
OKHE 80, OKHE 100, OKHE 125, OKHE 160
| OKHE 80| OKHE 100| OKHE 125| OKHE 160
---|---|---|---|---
A| 740| 885| 1050| 1235
B| 550| 550| 550| 550
C| 19| 19| 19| 19
D| 520| 520| 520| 520
E| 582| 727| 757| 1000
F| 464| 605| 638| 880
H| 148| 148| 283| 225
K| 117| 117| 117| 117
R| 450| 450| 450| 450
OPERATION AND FITTING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING CONDITIONS
-
The tank shall only be used in accordance with the conditions specified on the power plate and in instructions for electric wiring.
Besides legally acknowledged national regulations and standards, also conditions for connection defined in local electric and water works have to be adhered to, as well as the installation and operation manual. -
The temperature at the place of heater installation must be higher than +2 °C; and the room must not freeze.
The appliance has to be mounted at a convenient place, it means that the appliance must be easily available for potential necessary maintenance, repair or replacement, as the case may be. -
If water is strongly calcareous we recommend that any of the common decalcifying devices was installed with the appliance, or that the thermostat was set to the minimum operating temperature of 55 °C (setting to position „OPTIMUM“) – Figure 11. For proper operation, drinkable water of adequate quality shall be used. To avoid potential sediments, we recommend that the device was installed together with a water filter.
WALL MOUNTING
Prior to the mounting check the bearing capacity of the wall and the material it is made of, considering the weight of the heater filled with water. Depending on the wall material choose adequate fixtures. We recommend entrusting wall mounting and anchoring to a specialist company or consult the suspension with a building specialist. When mounting the anchor bolts follow the guide provided by the anchor bolts’ manufacturer.
Mount the anchors by the dimensional drawing (Figure 2, Figure 3) in 450 mm spacing. The heater verticality after the release of the connecting screws can be aligned by means of slight turning. Double-check the torque of the suspension bolts on the heater and suspend the heater. Using the detent support in the bottom part of the heater make sure it runs in parallel with the wall at the heaters OKHE 80-160 l!
Universal suspension
The use of the suspension even for the screw spacing during the replacement
with a heater of another type.
The heater verticality after the release of the connecting screws can be
aligned by means of slight turning.
If the hot water heater is mounted in a tight, small space, or in an
intermediate ceiling, etc., you have to make sure that the connecting side of
the appliance (connections to water supply, area for electric plugging)
remained accessible and no heat accumulation occurs. Free space of up to 600
mm from the bottom edge of the heater has to be available under the heater.
When mounted directly under the ceiling, the distance from the ceiling has to
be 50 mm at least.
If the water heater is mounted in enclosed areas, inter-ceilings, built-in
structures and recesses, ensure sufficient access to service fittings,
electrical terminal boards, anodes and manholes. The minimum spacing from the
manhole is 600 mm.
PLUMBING FIXTURE
- The heater connects to water distribution tubes with G 3/4” thread in the bottom part of the heater. Blue – cold water supply, red – hot water outlet. For potential disconnection of the heater, the service water inlets and outlets must be provided with screw coupling Js 3/4”. The safety valve is mounted on the cold water inlet identified with a blue ring.
- The heater must be equipped with a membrane, spring-loaded safety valve. Safety valves with fixed pressure settings from the manufacturer are used for the assembly. Each individually lockable heater must be fitted with a cap on the cold water inlet, a test valve or a stopper to check the operation of the check valve, with a check valve and a relief valve (Figure 6). The safety valve with a check valve is supplied with the heater.
- It is necessary to check the safety valve each time before putting it into operation. It is checked by manual moving of the membrane from the seat, turning the make-and-break device button always in the direction of the arrow. After being turned, the button must click back into a notch. Proper function of the make-and-break device results in water draining through the safety valve outlet pipe. In common operation, such a check needs to be implemented at least once a month, and after each heater shutdown for more than 5 days. Water may be dripping off the drain pipe of the safety valve; the pipe must be open into the air, pointed down; environment temperatures must not drop below zero.
Find necessary pressure values in the below. (Table 4)
Heaters must be provided with a discharge valve mounted on the cold service water inlet to the heater for potential disassembly or repair. When assembling the security equipment, follow the standard.
Tank type electric water heater hot water distribution
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
GENERAL INFORMATION FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
Perform the connection according to the scheme. Factory connection must not be
changed! (Figure 9). In the electric wiring, the casing removes the partition
corresponding with the input wire diameter Ø8 or Ø10 (Figure 8). The degree of
protection of electric parts of the heater is IP 44. The power input of the
electric element is 4,000 W.
It is necessary to observe the below requirements during the electric wiring.
- The electric wiring scheme is attached to the water heater on the side of the electric installation guard (Figure 9)
- Connection, repairs, and wiring inspections may only be implemented by a company (person) authorized to such activity.
- The expert connection must be confirmed on the warranty certificate.
- The heater is connected to 3 PE-N ~ 400V/50 Hz power supply via a fixed movable wire. The circuit must contain a circuit breaker (protector).
- Installations in bathrooms, laundry rooms, restrooms, and showers, must be in compliance with standards.
- The degree of protection of electric parts of the heater is IP 44.
- Adhere to the protection against electric shock injury according to standard.
OPERATING ACTIVITY
After the heater is connected to electric network, the heating element starts
heating water. The element is turned on and off by a thermostat. After
reaching the temperature set, the thermostat switches off the electric circuit
and discontinues water heating. The control light signals if the element is in
operation (light is on) or if it is off (the light goes out).
In case of longer operation without using the heated volume, the thermostat
has to be set to position 5 °C to 10 °C (set the “snowflake” symbol on the
thermostat selector) to avoid its freezing, or electricity supply to the
heater has to be switched off.
FIRST COMMISSIONING
- Before opening the power supply, the tank must be filled with water. The process of first heating must be executed by licensed professional who has to check it. Both the hot water outlet pipe and safety armature parts may be hot.
- During the heating process the pressurized connection water that increases its volume due to heating must drip off the safety valve. In non-pressurized connection water drips off the overflow combination faucet. When heating is finished, the set temperature and the actual temperature of consumed water should be roughly equal. After connecting the heater to the water main and electrical power system, and after checking the safety valve (following the instructions attached to the valve), the heater can be put into operation.
Before fist putting into service or after a longer shutdown the appliance has to be rinsed out and flushed yet before heating is activated. Before heating starts, the tank must be completely filled with water and the system properly flushed and vented. First heating of the tank has to be watched.
The procedure of putting the heater into operation:
- Check the water main and wiring. Check the proper placement of operating and safety thermostat sensors. The sensors must be inserted all the way in; first the operating and then the safety thermostat.
- Open the hot water valve on the combination faucet.
- Open the cold water inlet valve to the heater.
- As soon as the water starts running through the hot water valve, the heater is filled, and the valve can be closed.
- In case of leakage (of flange lid), we recommend that the flange lid bolts are fastened.
- Screw down the electric installation guard.
- When hot service water is heated by electric energy, switch on the power supply.
- When commencing operation, flush the heater until the cloudiness in the water is gone.
- Make sure to fill in properly the warranty certificate.
PUTTING OUT OF SERVICE, DISCHARGE
-
If the hot water heater is put out of service for a longer time, or if it is not going to be used it has to be drained and disconnected from the electric supply network. The switch for the supply lead or the fuse cut-outs have to be shut off.
At places, with the permanent risk of frost the hot water heater must be drained before the cold season starts if the appliance remains out of service for several days and if the power supply is disconnected. -
Drainage of service water shall be performed after closing the shut-off valve in the cold water supply piping (through the discharge valve for safety valve combination), and with simultaneous opening of all hot water valves of connected fittings (water can be also drained through safety valve; for that purpose, the safety valve is turned to the “Check” position). Hot water may outflow during the drainage! If there is a risk of frost it has to be considered that not only the water in the hot water heater and in the hot water piping may get frozen but also the water in the entire cold water supply piping. It is therefore advisable to drain all fittings and piping that carry water, up to the part where the house water meter is installed (connection of the house to water main) which is not jeopardized by frost. When the tank is to be used again, it has to be filled with water and one needs to make sure that the water flowing out at the hot water valves did not contain any bubbles.
INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE & CARE FOR THE APPLIANCE
- During the heating process the water that increases its volume during the heating must visibly drip off the safety valve outlet (in non-pressurized connection this water drips off the combination faucet valve). In full heating (about 75 °C) the volumetric water gain is approx. 3 % of the tank capacity. The function of the safety valve has to be checked regularly. If the safety valve control knob is lifted or turned to the “Control” position, the water must flow out easily, without any obstacles, from the safety valve element to the outfall line. In common operation, such a check needs to be implemented at least once a month, and after each heater shutdown for more than 5 days.
- Attention! In doing so, the cold water supply pipe and the connection fitting of the tank may get heated! If the hot water heater does not work, or if hot water is not withdrawn, no water shall drip off the safety valve. If water drips, then the water pressure in the supply piping is either too high (if higher than 4.8 bars, a pressure control valve has to be fitted), or the safety valve is defective. Please call a specialized plumber immediately!
- If water contains too many minerals, an expert has to come to remove the scale that forms inside the tank, as well as free sediments.
This has to be performed after one or two years of operation. The cleaning is carried out through the hole in the flange – dismantle the flange lid and clean the tank. A new sealing has to be used for re-fitting. Since the inside of the heater has special enamel, which must not get in contact with the scale removing agent – do not work with a lime pump. Remove the lime layer with a timber and suck it off or wipe it off with a clout.
After that, the appliance must be rinsed thoroughly, and the heating process is checked the same as during the initial putting in operation.
Do not use any abrasive cleaning agents (such as liquid sand, chemicals – acid, alkaline) or dye thinners (such as cellulose thinner, trichlor, and the like) to clean the outer shell of the heater. For cleaning use a wet clout and add a few drops of liquid cleaning agent for household applications. Repeated heating causes lime scale settling on the receptacle walls and mostly on the lid of the flange. Lime scale settling depends on hardness of heated water, its temperature and on the volume of hot water used.
We recommend checking and cleaning the tank from scale and eventual
replacement of the anode rod after two years of operation.
The anode life is theoretically calculated for two years of operation;
however, it changes with water hardness and chemical composition in the place
of use. Based on such an inspection, the next term of anode rod exchange may
be determined. If the anode is only blocked with sediments clean its surface
and, if used up, mount a new one. Have a company in charge of service affairs
deal with the cleaning and exchanging of the anode. When draining water from
the heater, the combination faucet valve for hot water must be open,
preventing occurrence of under-pressure in the heater tank which would stop
the water from draining.
MOST FREQUENT FUNCTION FAILURES AND THEIR CAUSES
| FAILURE SYMPTOM | INDICATOR | SOLUTION |
|---|
Water is cold
|
· Light on
|
· The temperature set on the thermostat is too low; heating element failure
Water is cold
|
· Light off
| · No supply voltage!
· Thermostat failure
· Safety thermostat shut off probably due to failed operation thermostat
Water is not warm enough
| · Light on| · Failure of one of the coils in the element (3x 1350
W)
Temperature of water is not corresponding with the temperature set on the
control| |
· Defective thermostat
Water is constantly dripping off the safety valve|
· Light off
| · High input pressure
· Defective safety valve
Do not attempt to repair the failure yourselves. Seek either expert or service help. It does not take much for an expert to remove the defect. When making a repair appointment, report the type and serial number you find on the performance plate of your water heater.
OPERATION OF THERMOSTAT
SERVICING
Electrical installation cover for heaters OKCE and OKHE
Thermostat and no other part of the control panel is not a bearing part which can be used for any handling with the heater.
TEMPERATURE SETTING
Water temperature is set by turning the thermostat knob. The desired symbol is
adjusted against the fixed point on the control panel
Adjusting the thermostat knob to the left backstop does not mean permanent shutoff of the heating element. When the heater is in use without blocking the daily rate, we do not recommend the temperature to be set above 55 °C. Select the “OPTIMUM” symbol as the maximum.
IMPORTANT NOTICES
INSTALLATION REGULATIONS
- Without a confirmation of performed electrical installation issued by an authorized company, the warranty certificate shall be void.
- Check and exchange the Mg anode regularly.
- You have to apply for approval of a local power supplier to connect the heater.
- No stop valves can be put between the heater and the safety valve.
- If the overpressure in the water main exceeds 0.48 MPa, a pressure control valve must be mounted before the safety valve.
- All hot water outputs must have a combination faucet.
- Before filling the heater with water for the first time, it is recommended to fasten the flange connection nuts of the tank.
- It is not allowed to handle the thermostat, aside from temperature resetting with a control button.
- All electric installation handling, adjustment and replacement of the regulation elements shall only be performed by an authorized service company.
- The thermal fuse must not be turned off! In case of thermostat defect, the thermal fuse interrupts electric power input to the heating element if the water temperature in the heater exceeds 90 °C.
- If you don’t use the heater (hot water tank) for longer than 24 hours, or if the facility with heater is unattended, close the cold water inlet to the heater.
- The heater (hot water tank) shall be used exclusively in accordance with the conditions specified on the performance plate and in the instructions for electric wiring.
- The recommended operating pressure in the hot water circuit is 0.48 MPa.
Both the electric and water installation must follow and meet the requirements and regulations relevant in the country of use!
TRANSPORT & STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
The device shall be transported and stored in dry place and protected from
weather effects with temperature range from -15 to +50 °C. During loading and
unloading the instructions stated on the packaging shall be observed.
DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING MATERIAL AND NON-FUNCTIONING PRODUCT
A service fee for providing return and recovery of packaging material has been paid for the packaging in which the product was delivered. The service fee was paid pursuant to Act No 477/2001 Coll., as amended, at EKO-KOM a.s. The client number of the company is F06020274. Take the water boiler packages to a waste disposal place determined by the town. When the operation terminates, disassemble and transport the discarded and unserviceable heater to a waste recycling center (collecting yard), or contact the manufacturer.
PRODUCT ACCESSORIES
The product is supplied with a safety valve and temperature indicator. The
variant OKHE has in addition rectifying (delimiting) screw M8 only with OKHE
variant, fan mat 8.4 – 2pcs and nuts M8. The above parts are packed and
placed in the packaging in the top part of the heater.
It is in your own interest to check the completeness of the accessories.
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