KOSPEL SWK DHW Cylinder and Tanks Instruction Manual

KOSPEL SWK DHW Cylinder and Tanks

Specifications

• Nominal Capacity: 100-150 liters
• Energy efficiency Class: A
• Standby Losses: 33-39 W
• Nominal Pressure: 0.6 MPa
• Heating Register Power: 25-33 kW
• Heating Register Efficiency: 1.8-2.9
• Weight without Water: 58-72 kg

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Guidelines
Read and strictly follow the assembly and operating instructions to ensure a long life and reliable cylinder operation.

Construction
The cylinder consists of components such as a cover, thermal insulation, magnesium anode, thermometer, heating register, and sensor tube.

Connection with Central Heating System:
Follow the provided instructions to correctly connect the cylinder to the central heating system.

Connection with Water Installation
Refer to the installation manual for detailed steps on connecting the cylinder to the water installation.

Start-up
Before starting the cylinder, ensure that all connections are secure and follow the specific start-up procedures outlined in the manual.

Maintenance
Regular maintenance is essential for optimal performance. Refer to the maintenance section in the manual for detailed instructions.

FAQ

• Q: What should I do if the safety valve is defective?
  

  • A: Do not use the cylinder if there is a possibility that the safety valve is defective. Contact a qualified technician for inspection and repair.

• Q: How can I reduce standby losses of the cylinder?
  

  • A: To reduce standby losses, consider insulating the cylinder further or adjusting the temperature settings based on your usage patterns.

Speicher
DHW Cylinder

SWK
Installation and operation manual

Read this manual thoroughly before use.
Follow the manual to ensure safe and correct operation of the product. Keep the manual for reference.

Explanation of symbols

Follow the safety instructions carefully in order to prevent injury and damage.

Danger
This sign warns against danger of injury.

Note
This sign warns against property damage and environmental pollution.

Hint
The text highlighted with the word “Hint” contains additional information.
Indication that the operating manual should be taken into account when operating or controlling the device near the location where the symbol is placed.

Applicable laws and regulations

• National electrical wiring and water plumbing installation codes
• Statutory occupational hygiene and safety regulations
• Statutory environmental protection regulations
• Regulations of professional and insurance associations
• Prevailing national safety regulations

Safety guidelines

1. Read and strictly follow this assembly and operating instructions to ensure a long life and reliable cylinder operation.
2. The manufacturer of this cylinder will not be liable for any damages due to the failure to follow the assembly and operating instructions.
3. The cylinder must not be installed in rooms where the temperature may drop below 0°C.
4. The cylinder installation and the initial start-up, as well as all electrical and hydraulic work must be performed by a qualified professional installer- in strict accordance with assembly and operating instructions.
5. The cylinder is designed for standing vertical installation- screw on three feet.
6. The device must be installed in such a place and in such a way in order not to flood the room in case of the emergency water leak.
7. Connections with water installation, central heating system, and solar collectors must be made in accordance with the diagram in this installation instruction. Failure to follow the installation instruction invalidate the warranty and may cause cylinder’s damage.
8. Connections with water installation must be made in accordance with the legally binding standards.
9. The cylinder is a pressure appliance designed for connection with water installation the water pressure doesn’t exceed 0,6 MPa. If the water pressure exceeds 0,6 MPa, the pressure reducing valve before cylinder must be fitted.
10. A small leak from the safety valve through the outlet pipe may occur, it is a normal operating state of the appliance. The outlet of the pipe has to remain open. Do not clog it, as a clogged outlet may cause cylinder’s breakdown.
11. Do not use the cylinder if you suspect that the safety valve may be faulty.
12. The storage is equipped with a magnesium anode – an additional protection against corrosion. The anode is an operating part, therefore, it is exposed to wear. The condition of the magnesium anode should be controlled every 12 months. The anode must be replaced once every 18 months.
13. Rated temperature of water in the cylinder should not exceed 95°C.

Construction

1. [1] – upper lid
2. [2] – thermal insulation
3. [3] – magnesium anode
4. [4] – thermometer
5. [5] – heating coil
6. [6] – sensor pipe
7. [7] – draining connection 1/2″
8. [8] – feet
9. [9] – anode’s blank
10. [10] – immersion heater connection (cork 1½″)
    • ZW – cold water (PEX-AL-PEX pipe)
    • CW – hot water
    • C – circulation
    • ZG – heating medium supply of coil
    • PG – heating medium return of coil
    • A-C – dimensions specified in the diagram

Connection with central heating system
Cylinder must be fitted with central heating system by pipe unions 3/4″. A cut-off valves must be installed before the pipe unions. A flow rate of heating water must be high enough to maximise cylinder’s efficiency (see technical data table). It concerns the forced circulation installation (with a central heating water pump).

Note
In the SWK150 model, external 3/4” connection stubs have been used. In other capacities, the stubs are internal 3/4”.

Connection with water installation

Connection with water installation must be performed according to binding norms of hydraulic installation. The cylinder is a pressure appliance designed for connection with water installation where the water pressure doesn’t exceed 0,6 MPa. If the water pressure exceeds 0,6 MPa, the pressure reducing valve before cylinder must be fitted.

Please follow the water connection instructions below

• install the T-connection with 6 bar safety valve to the fitting of cold water inlet [ZW]. It’s forbidden to install a cut-off valve (or any flow reducer) between storage and the safety valve and on its outlet. The safety valve must be installed in such a place as to quickly let you notice the outgoing water,
• install the cylinder equipped with the safety valve with water installation,
• install the cut-off valve on cold water supply pipe.

Hot water outlet should be led to the connection 3/4″ in the upper part of the cylinder. Every cylinder is equipped with connection 3/4″ intended for its installation to the DHW circulation.

Note
In the SWK150 model, external 3/4” connection stubs have been used. In other capacities, the stubs are internal 3/4”.

Note
Use the safety valve matched to the heat’s source. Installing a safety valve with inadequate capacity can result for excessive pressure increase in the cylinder and as a result a leakage. In this case, warranty does not cover damage caused.

Start-up
Before the start-up close the draining connection e.g. by screwing the valve in and make sure that the installation procedures have been carried out in accordance with the regulations included in this manual. All connections, including those that were factory-assembled (the sleeve of the electric water heater, the magnesium anode, the inspection opening cover), must be checked for leaks at the time of commissioning and, if leaks are detected, must be resealed. Cylinder must be filled with water

• turn on the valve on cold water supply pipe,
• turn on the hot water outlet valve (water outflow without the air bubbles indicates that the storage is full),
• turn off the outlet valves.

Turn on the valves connecting cylinder with the central and the solar collector heating system. Check for water and heating medium leaks. Check out the safety valve performance in accordance with valve manufacturer’s instruction.

Operation

Follow the guidelines below for safety and trouble-free cylinder operation

• Check out the safety valve performance once every 14 days. Do not use the cylinder if the water does not come out (it indicates that the valve is broken).
• Clean inside of the cylinder periodically. The frequency of cleaning depends on the degree of water hardness. The cleaning should be done by a qualified person.
•  The wear condition of the anode must be inspected annually.
• The anode must be replaced once every 18 months.
  • anode rod replacement [3]: take off anode’s blank [9], take out an insulation ring, turn off the cut-off valve on cold water supply pipe, turn on the hot water valve (mixer tap), turn the drain valve on, drain as much water as you need to easily unscrew the anode rod (avoiding room flooding). Remove the cork and unscrew the anode rod.
• Heat up the water above 70°C periodically for hygiene reasons.
• Failures or malfunctions notify to the seller.
• Insulate the outlet pipe and heating coil connection pipes to minimise the heat loss (recommended).

Above activities are beyond of the scope of warranty service (should be done by the user).

The cylinder is suitable for fitting an immersion heater with thermostat e.g. GRW-1,4/230; GRW-2,0/230; GRW-3,0/230; GRW-4,5/400 The immersion heater must be fitted in cork 1½″. A maximum length of immersion heater 360 mm.

Cylinder emptying
In order to empty the cylinder

• turn off the valves which connect cylinder with central heating system,
• turn off the valve on the cold water inlet,
• turn on the drain valve.

Procedure in case of damages or irregularities

the shut-off valves for the heating system, then complete the complaint form on the website www.kospel.pl.
__ Excessive increase in tank pressure
Increase in central heating system pressure
Dirty water in the device Unpleasant water odor.| The tank needs to be cleaned from accumulated sediments – for this purpose, you should contact a specialized service workshop.

Decommissioning
The used product must not be treated as municipal waste. Proper disposal of the used product prevents potential negative impacts on the environment that could occur with improper waste management. To obtain more detailed information about recycling this product, you should contact the local territorial self-government unit or waste management services.

Recycling and waste disposal

Disposal of the product and equipment
The product or equipment should not be disposed of with household waste.
Care should be taken to ensure that the product and all equipment are disposed of correctly.
All applicable regulations must be followed.

Technical data

Domestic Hot Water Cylinder SWK

185**

| 750*;

225**

| 800*;

250**

| 825; 275
Weight (without water)| kg| 58| 65| 72| 72
Magnesium anode – service code| | 01448
Magnesium anode – product code| | AMW.M8 450

*80/10/45°C 55/10/45°c }** heating water temp./ supply water temp./ domestic water temp./ flow rate of heating water through the coil – 2,5 m₴/h.

• KOSPEL Sp. z o.o. 75-136 Koszalin, ul. Olchowa 1, Poland tel. +48 94 31 70 565
• [email protected]
• www.kospel.pl
• Made in Poland

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