Important information warnings – Glow-worm 18-30sxi Range User Manual
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Gas Category
This boiler is for use only on G20 natural gas, but the 30sxi
may be converted for use on G31 gas (Propane L.P.G.).
Gas safety (Installation and use) Regulations
In your interests and that of gas safety, it is the law that ALL gas
appliances are installed and serviced by a competent person
in accordance with the above regulations.
Testing and Certification
This boiler is tested and certificated for safety and
performance. It is therefore important that no alteration is
made to the boiler, without permission, in writing, from
Glow-worm.
Any alteration not approved by Glow-worm, could invalidate
the certification, boiler warranty and may also infringe the
current issue of the Statutory Requirements.
CE Mark
This boiler meets the requirements of Statutory Instrument
No. 3083 The boiler (Efficiency) Regulations, and therefore
is deemed to meet the requirements of Directive 92/42/EEC
on the efficiency requirements for new hot water boilers fired
with liquid or gaseous fuels.
Type test for purposes of Regulation 5 certified by: Notified
body 0087.
Product/production certified by: Notified body 0086.
The CE mark on this appliance shows compliance with:
1. Directive 90/396/EEC on the approximation of the laws of
the Member States relating to appliances burning
gaseous fuels.
2. Directive 73/23/EEC on the harmonization of the Laws of
the Member States relating to the electrical equipment
designed for use within certain voltage limits.
3. Directive 89/336/EEC on the approximation of the Laws of
the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility.
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
The adhesives and sealants used in this appliance are cured
and give no known hazard in this state.
Insulation Pads / Ceramic Fibre
If you have a history of skin complaint you may be susceptible
to irritation. High dust levels are usual only if the material is
broken.
Normal handling should not cause discomfort, but follow
normal good hygiene and wash your hands before eating,
drinking or going to the lavatory.
If you do suffer irritation to the eyes or severe irritation to the
skin seek medical attention.
The insulation is composed of non-combustible material.
Electrical Supply
The boiler must be earthed.
All system components shall be of an approved type and shall
be connected in accordance with the current issue of BS7671
and any applicable local regulations.
External wiring must be correctly earthed, polarised and in
accordance with the relevant standards.
In GB this is BS 6891.
In IE this is the current edition of I.S.813 "Domestic Gas
Installations".
The boiler must be connected to a permanent 230V ac, 50Hz
supply.
Connection of the whole electrical system of the boiler, including
any heating controls, to the electrical supply must be through
one common isolator.
Isolation should be by a double pole switched fused spur box,
with a minimum gap of 3mm for both poles. The fused spur box
should be readily accessible and preferably adjacent to the
appliance. It should be identified as to its use.
Alternatively, an unswitched shuttered socket outlet and 3A
fused 3 pin plug, both to the current issue of BS1363 may be
used provided that they are not used in a room containing a bath
or shower.
Wiring to the boiler must be PVC 85
o
C insulated cable, not less
than 0.75mm
2
(24/0.20mm).
Sealed System
Draining, refilling and pressurising MUST be carried out by a
competent person.
Important Information
WARNINGS
Gas Leak or Fault
Turn off the gas emergency control valve immediately. Eliminate all sources of ignition, i.e.smoking, blowlamps, hot air guns
etc. Do not operate electrical lights or switches either on or off. Open all doors and windows,ventilate the area.
Sheet Metal Parts
This boiler contains metal parts (components) and care should be taken when handling and cleaning,
with particular regard to edges.
Sealed Components
Under no circumstances must the User interfere with or adjust sealed parts.