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Zenith Autoboil - Installation & Operating Instructions - 81433 - June 2012 v1.01
Read These Warnings First
Please read all installation requirements, installation procedures and
precautions before installing any Zenith Autoboil instant boiling water heater.
Never attempt to install any Zenith Autoboil instant boiling water heater without
reading all of the applicable instructions.
In some hard water areas where mineral scale accumulation in the boiling
chamber of the Zenith Autoboil may become a problem, consideration should
be given to the maintenance required. A suitable form of water treatment may
be necessary.
All plumbing connections must be made in accordance with local regulations.
The Zenith Autoboil instant boiling water heater is not intended for use by
young children or infirm people without supervision.
Young children should be prevented from having access to ensure that they are
not able to use or play with the heater.
If the installation site is located more than 1000 meters above sea level, the
installer should contact a Zenith authorised agent for high altitude settings.
This appliance must be earthed. If the power supply cord is damaged it must
be replaced by a Zenith authorised agent or a qualified electrician.
Do not remove the cover of the heater under any circumstances without first
isolating the heater from the power supply.
Do not use strong, corrosive or abrasive cleaners to clean the case of the
heater.
Frost protection: If this heater is located where ambient air temperature could
fall below 5ºC when the heater is not in use, do not turn off the appliance
electrically. This safeguard does not offer the same protection to the
connecting pipework and fittings.
The ambient temperatures this unit must operate within is 5ºC - 50ºC.
This heater is intended only for indoor use and should never be installed
outdoors or be exposed to the elements of nature.
This unit must not be positioned in an area that may be cleaned by a water jet.
This unit must not be cleaned by a water jet.
Before installing, ensure that the following are available:
a) Sufficient space to position the heater so there is at least 150 mm
clearance above the heater for service access,65 mm to its left and
20 mm to its right – the tap outlet usually should be positioned at least
200 mm above a draining board or drip tray.
b) Standard local requirement power cable positioned as shown on the
paper mounting template for connection from the rear of the heater to
the terminal block within the heater, OR a standard power outlet that will
adequately cater for the unit’s power needs on the wall within 1500 mm of
the heater. For units with 3.6 Kw element (25 ltr) or multi element units (40
ltr) an isolating switch in the fixed wiring and attached to a secure surface
is required.
c) Cold water supply with a minimum working pressure of 1 bar (100 kPa)
and a maximum working pressure of 7 bar (700 kPa) connected via an
Installation Requirements
