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2.4
Intended use
2.4.1 Intended use
Vaillant
auroTHERM VTK
tube collectors are used for solar
heating support and for solar-supported hot water genera-
tion.
2.4.2 Suitability of the equipment
The collectors must only be operated with Vaillant ready-
mixed solar fluid. Passing heating water or hot water dir-
ectly through the collectors constitutes improper use.
2.4.3 Improper use
Any use which is not explicitly mentioned in the chapter
"Intended use" (
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Page 8) is deemed improper.
Any other or additional use does not comply with the in-
tended use. Any direct commercial or industrial use is also
deemed to be improper. The manufacturer/supplier is not
liable for any damage resulting from such use. The user
alone bears the risk.
2.4.3.1 Combination with other components
Vaillant
auroTHERM VTK
tube collectors must only be
combined with components (fastenings, connections, etc.)
and system parts that are supplied by Vaillant. The use of
other components or system parts shall be considered as
improper use.
2.4.3.2 Installation in or on vehicles
Installation of the Vaillant
auroTHERM VTK
tube collector
in or on a vehicle is not permissible and is considered im-
proper use. Units that are not classed as vehicles are those
that are installed in a fixed and permanent location (known
as "fixed installation").
2.4.4 Other applicable documents
Intended use includes the following:
–
observance of accompanying operating, installation and
servicing instructions for Vaillant products as well as for
other parts and components of the system,
–
installing and fitting the unit in accordance with the
boiler and system approval,
–
compliance with all inspection and maintenance condi-
tions listed in the instructions.
2.5
Regulations (directives, laws, standards)
2.5.1
Installation regulations
Regulations
Applies to:
Great Britain
Technical Guidance
The system must be installed in accordance with all relev-
ant and applicable national regulations, and must be in-
stalled to suit site conditions. Observe all national regula-
tions, including:
–
Working at Heights Regulations 2005
–
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
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Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
–
IEE Wiring Regulations BS 7671
–
Lightning protection requirements
–
Equipotential bonding of electrical installations.
Related documents
The installation of the solar system must be in accordance
with the relevant requirements of Health and Safety Doc-
ument No. 635 (The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989),
BS7671 (IEE Wiring Regulations) and the Water Supply (Wa-
ter Fitting) Regulations 1999, or The Water Bylaws 2000
(Scotland). It should also be in accordance with the relevant
requirements of the Local Authority, Building Regulations,
The Building Regulations (Scotland), The Building Regula-
tions (Northern Ireland) and the relevant recommendations
of the following British Standards:
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BS EN 806: Specification for installations inside buildings
conveying water for human consumption
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BS 6700: Services supplying water for domestic use
within buildings and their curtilages
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BS 5449 Forced circulation hot water central heating
systems for domestic premises. Note: only up to 45 kW
–
BS. 6880 Low temperature hot water heating systems of
output greater than 45 kW
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Part 1 Fundamental and design considerations.
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Part 2 Selection of equipment
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Part 3 Installation, commissioning and maintenance
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BS 6114: Expansion vessels using an internal diaphragm
for unvented hot water supply systems
–
BS. 4814 Specification for: Expansion vessels using an in-
ternal diaphragm, for sealed hot water heating systems
–
Unvented hot water systems must comply with building
regulation G section 3
2.5.2 Regulations for the prevention of accidents
Applies to:
Great Britain
When carrying out works such as solar installation work it is
necessary to do so in a safe and workman like manner, tak-
ing due care of any aspects of the works that could result in
