Recommendations approved by the GIFAM
( French Interprofessional Group of Household Appliances
Manufacturers) for a correct installation and use of the product.
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MECHANICAL HAZARDS :
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Handling :
- The water heater must be handled and positioned in a way that is adapted to its weight and dimensions.
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Location :
- The water heater must be placed in an area, which is not exposed to frost and bad weather.
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Positioning :
- L’appareil doit être positionné selon les prescriptions du fabricant.
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Fixing :
- The supporting base and the fixing accessories must be able to carry at least the weight of the heater full of water.
All fixing points specified by the manufacturer are to be used.
ELECTRICAL HAZARDS :
- While making the connections, follow the instructions and diagrams supplied by the manufacturer. In particular, be
careful not to neutralize the thermostat (straight connection prohibited).
- Be sure to use the cable type and section specified in the installation manual to prevent overheating of the power
supply cable. Respect the regulations in force in any case.
- Make sure an electrical protection system is provided between the heater and the power supply source protecting
both the water heater and the user (example for France, a differential 30 mA circuit breaker).
- Check if the connections are sufficiently tight.
- It is imperative to connect the water heater to a correct earthing system.
- Make sure that the current-carrying parts stay inaccessible (presence of covers in their original state). Cable passa-
ges must be adapted to the diameter of these cables.
HYDRAULIC HAZARDS :
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Pressure :
- The water heater must be used with the pressure range that it was designed for.
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Connection, draining :
- The installation of a hydraulic safety unit, including at least a pressure valve, is compulsory. It must be mounted
directly on the cold water inlet.
- Do not seal the outlet opening of the valve. Connect the drain outlet of the valve to the wastewater drainpipe.
- Be careful not to invert the hot water (red) and cold water (blue) connections.
- Check for leaks.
USE :
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Nature of the product :
- This water heater is exclusively designed to heat sanitary water.
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Anomalies :
- If you notice any anomalies or malfunction, please call a professional.
- Be careful not to switch on the water heater when it is empty.
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Burns, bacteria :
- Hot water must be stored at a high temperature for health reasons. This temperature may cause burns.
- Be sure to take the usual precautions if necessary (mixer tap, etc.) to avoid any accident at the water taps. If the
water heater has not been used for a long time, drain all the water inside the tank before using it again.
MAINTENANCE :
- Check regularly if the hydraulic safety unit is still correctly working by following the instructions of the manufacturer.
- All maintenance operations must be done with the water heater disconnected from the power supply.
TRANSFORMATION :
- All modifications to the equipment are prohibited. Replacement of components is only allowed when done by pro-
fessionals and with suitable parts.
DISCARDING :
- Disconnect the power supply and drain the tank before disassembling the water heater.
- Combustion of certain components may give off poison gas. Do not incinerate the water heater.
