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Testing the boiler
4. Testing the boiler
4.1 Preliminary checks
Before testing the boiler, it is recommended to check the following:
• the flue gas venting duct and the relative terminal are installed in conformity with the instructions: there must be no leakage of
combustion by-products from any of the gaskets.
• the supply power to the boiler must be 230 V ~ 50 Hz;
• the system is correctly filled with water (pressure gauge reading 1 to 1.3 bar);
• any shut-off cocks in the system pipes are open;
• the mains gas type is correct for the boiler calibration: convert the boiler to the available gas when necessary; this operation must only be
performed by qualified technical personnel;
• the gas supply cock is open;
• there are no fuel gas leaks;
• the main switch installed ahead of the boiler is turned on;
• the 3 bar (CH) and 7 bar (DHW) safety valves are not stuck;
• there are no water leaks;
• the condensate trap installed on the boiler is discharging condensate correctly and is not stuck.
WARNING
Should the boiler not be installed in compliance with the prevailing laws and standards, notify the system supervisor and do not
test the boiler.
4.2 Switching on and switching off
To switch the boiler on and off, refer to the “Instructions for the User”.
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