Zip Econoboil & Hydroboil Installation Instructions

Contents

• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS
• TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
• Step 1 - Positioning
• Step 2 - Fastening
• Step 3 - Plumbing connection
• Step 4 - Electrical connection
• Step 5 - Assembly
• Step 6 - Commissioning
• Tap operation
• Troubleshooting
• Cleaning
• End of life disposal

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

Qualifications

If the power cable is damaged it must be replaced by a qualified technician. To avoid hazards, all installation procedures must be carried out by a suitably qualified tradesperson.

Venting

Occasionally steam and / or boiling water may discharge through a vent outlet or the tap. Ensure the tap body is located so the tap outlet safely dispenses into the drip tray or sink bowl area, and the vent is plumbed to a safe location.

Lifting

Take care when lifting. The appliance may exceed safe lifting limits. If you feel this is beyond your personal capabilities, please seek assistance with the lift. Do not lift the appliance by the tap or any of its connections. Refer to the Technical specification for the weight of the product.

Positioning

Ensure the appliance is positioned in an accessible area. The appliance must be installed upright, with its base in a horizontal position.

Frost protection

If the appliance is located where ambient air temperature could fall below 5°C when the appliance is not in use, do not turn it off electrically. This safeguard does not offer the same protection to the connecting pipework and fittings.

WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS

1. For continued safety of this appliance it must be installed, operated and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
2. This appliance may deliver water at high temperature. Refer to the Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA), local requirements and installation instructions to determine if additional delivery temperature control is required.
3. All plumbing and electrical connections must be made in accordance with local regulations and relevant standards. For Australia/NZ: electrical installation must comply with AS/NZS 3000. For Australia/NZ:, plumbing installation must comply with Plumbing standard AS/NZS 3500. UK: the system must be installed in accordance with water supply byelaws, current IEEE regulations and local authority byelaws.
4. All installation and service work must be completed by trained and suitably qualified tradespeople. Faulty operation due to unqualified persons working on the product may void warranty coverage.
5. This appliance must be earthed. The resistance of the earth connection from each exposed metal part must be less than 1 ohm.
6. The power cord and general power outlet must be in a safe and accessible position after installation.
7. Any disconnection to the fixed wiring must be in accordance with local regulations and relevant standards including AS/NZS 3000.
8. Do not remove the cover of the appliance under any circumstances without first isolating the appliance from the power supply.
9. The cold water supply to this appliance must be potable and fall within your local authority guidelines.
10. The installer is responsible to supply and install all valves as required by local regulations and relevant standards.
11. In hard water areas where mineral scale accumulation may become a problem, consideration should be given to the maintenance required. A suitable form of water treatment may be necessary.
12. This appliance is designed for indoor use and must not be installed outdoors or exposed to the elements of nature.
13. This appliance must operate within ambient temperatures of 5°C - 50°C.
14. Do not clean this appliance with a water jet. Do not position this appliance in an area that may be cleaned by a water jet.
15. This appliance 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 appliance.
16. This appliance is intended to be used in: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast type environments; catering and similar non-retail applications.
17. Due to the process of continuous improvement, the manufacturer reserves the right to change details mentioned in this manual, without notice. Visit the website of the manufacturer/distributor to ensure you have the latest copy of this document.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

* add 98mm to Depth for Tap and Fascia (Econoboil AU, Hydroboil)
* add 96mm to Depth for Tap (no Fascia) (All other Econoboil)

Before installation, ensure that:

• All technical specifications and instructions have been reviewed and understood.
• The mounting wall can support the product weight when full of water. See Technical specifications.
• Sufficient space is provided to install the appliance and other components in accordance with these installation instructions. Check cable and plumbing against inlet /outlet positions before proceeding.
• An easily accessible socket and double pole isolation switch (correctly rated for the appliance) is required. For models rated below 3kW: 220-240V AC 50-60Hz; for models rated above 3kW: 380-415V AC mains power.
• The appliance must be connected to a potable water supply with working pressure of: AU/ NZ 150 - 700 kPa (1.5 - 7.0 bar); UK 70 - 500 kPa (0.7 - 5.0 bar).
• The appliance must be connected with an isolating valve within reach of the hose and positioned so that the valve will not be obstructed.
• A 350 kPa (3.5 bar) pressure limiting valve (not supplied) must be fitted if the incoming mains water pressure is likely to exceed 500 kPa (5.0 bar)
• The appliance must be placed upright with its base in a horizontal position.

! IMPORTANT! Do not proceed with the installation if these requirements are not met.

Step 1 - Positioning

Step 2 - Fastening

2.1 Remove cover screws. Remove the cover.

Use supplied screws to mount the appliance to the wall.

3 - 7.5 litre models

Diagram shows the internal components of the 3-7.5 litre models being mounted to the wall, with arrows indicating screw positions.

10 - 40 litre models

Diagram shows the internal components of the 10-40 litre models being mounted to the wall, with arrows indicating screw positions.

Step 3 - Plumbing connection

Cold water inlet and vent outlet

IMPORTANT:

• Cold water pipes must be flushed before connection to the inlet to prevent blockages from affecting operation of the appliance.
• An isolation valve (not supplied) must be fitted to the water supply.
• All Vent pipework:
• must be installed with continuous fall.
• must be no more than 3 metres in length.
• must have no more than 3 right-angle bends.

3.1 Exposed plumbing connection

Connect the cold water inlet pipe from the base of the Hydroboil directly to the 12.7mm (½" BSP) compression fittings with nuts and olives supplied. Install a visible tundish and plumb to trapped waste. Ensure access for filter replacement is not obstructed.

Diagram shows an external tundish connected to a vent pipe, with an arrow indicating water flow.

3.2 Concealed plumbing connection

Connect cold water pipe through the rear of the appliance using a 12.7mm (1/2" BSP) capillary elbow (e.g. No.63, loose nut elbow). Connect vent from the concealed rear of the appliance to a dia12.7mm pipe. Vent outlet must be visible and discharge to a waste water drain.

Diagram shows concealed inlet and vent connections with dimensions and pipe types.

Step 4 - Electrical connection

! All wiring must be performed by a qualified electrician. Refer to local relevant electrical codes and guidelines for installation requirements, cable size and selection to ensure suitability for local installation conditions and your product's power rating.

4.1 220-240V AC, 50Hz Exposed electrical connection for 3L, 5L, 7.5L models

• If a power cable is not already fitted, connect a cable to the terminal block on the PCB, via the strain relief bush (cable gland). Tighten the strain relief bush to secure the cable.
• With power cable fitted, connect the cable plug to a 220-240V AC power outlet.
• Do not turn power ON until the appliance can dispense water from the tap outlet.

Diagram shows the exposed electrical connection with a power cord and plug, connected to a terminal block and chassis earth.

4.2 220-240V AC, 1-phase Concealed electrical connection for 15L, 25L, 40L models (optional for 3L, 5L, 7.5L models)

• If a power cable is fitted, disconnect and discard.
• Connect a concealed power cable through the rear access opening to the terminal block “live” (active) and “neutral” wires, via the strain relief bush. Tighten the strain relief bush to secure the cable.
• Crimp a 6.3mm QC female spade connection to the earth conductor and attach to the chassis earth male terminal.
• An isolation switch should be installed, according to AS3000.
• Do not turn power ON until the appliance can dispense water from the tap outlet.
• Verify the earth continuity.

Diagram shows concealed electrical connection with wires connected to a terminal block and chassis earth, including a crimp connection.

4.3 220-240V AC, 1-phase Single-phase power supply

15-25L models: These models have single-phase connection. No bridging is required.

40L models: There are two connection options:

• Single phase 220-240V. L1 and L2 need to be bridged on installation. The single phase supply must be sufficient to handle the power of the unit (i.e. 25A or above)
• 3 phase connection (see below)

Diagram shows a terminal block for 40L models with single-phase connection, indicating bridging of L1 and L2.

4.4 40L models 380-415V AC, 3-phase 3-phase power supply

40L models: There are two connection options:

• Single phase 220-240V (see above)
• 3 phase connection 380-415V. 2 out of 3 phases are connected to L1 and L2. No bridging between L1 and L2 is required

Diagram shows a terminal block for 40L models with 3-phase connection, indicating connection to L1 and L2.

Step 5 - Assembly

5.1 Refit cover. Fix with screws, top and bottom.

5.2 Apply thread tape to thread.

5.3 Turn tap until it touches the lock nut and is upright.

5.4 Use spanner (supplied) to tighten the lock nut.

Diagrams illustrate the steps for refitting the cover, applying thread tape, positioning the tap, and tightening the lock nut.

Step 6 - Commissioning

6.1 Warning: This appliance must be earthed

Do not turn ON electrical power until instructed. Water must be available from the tap outlet to prevent damage. Water dispensed during commissioning may be boiling.

Check earthing

Earthing continuity must be tested by a qualified technician using a resistance meter of minimum accuracy of 5% full scale deflection.

• Ensure electrical power is OFF.
• Verify meter ohms range, connect leads together, reading should be 0 ohms.
• Hold one test lead to the earth of the power lead.
• Hold the other test lead on a cover fixing screw, then the tap.
• Verify that in every instance the electrical resistance does not exceed 1 ohm.

Diagram shows a multimeter connected to the appliance for earthing continuity test, with a reading of < 1.0 Ω.

6.2 Check water connections

Turn ON the mains water supply. Water will flow into the Hydroboil. Check connections and repair any leaks. Depress the tap lever into the locked open position. Allow the tank to fill until water flows from the tap outlet. Once water is available from the tap, close the tap to stop water flow.

Diagram shows the tap lever being depressed to allow water to flow.

6.3 Turn ON electrical power

Boiling Calibration will commence. The tank will fill and heat. Allow 15-30 minutes for the water to reach boiling set temperature.

Tap operation

Hydroboil and Econoboil are fitted with a two-way, cool-touch tap.

! Boiling water will be dispensed

Diagram 1: Press lever to dispense boiling water.

Diagram 2: Push to lock for continuous flow. If lever does not lock, rotate it 180° before dispensing.

Troubleshooting

In the event of a fault or failure, isolate power and water. Do not use the appliance. Contact a Zip authorised service agent for assistance, service, spare parts or enquiries.

Cleaning

Do not use strong, corrosive or abrasive cleaning materials. Stainless steel surfaces will show scratches if an abrasive cleaning product is used.

Wipe clean the outer surfaces with a sponge or a soft cloth using a mild soap and water.

End of life disposal

In order to help preserve our environment we ask that you dispose of this product correctly. Please contact your local city council for collection centre details.