PERIODICALLY (AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH), IT IS NECESSARY TO SET THE SAFETY UNIT
TO DRAINAGE POSITION FOR A FEW SECONDS. THIS OPERATION MAKES IT POSSIBLE
TO ELIMINATE ANY DEPOSITS WHICH MAY OBSTRUCT THE SAFETY UNIT VALVE IN THE
LONG TERM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS MAINTENANCE RULE MAY CAUSE DAMAGE
TO THE WATER HEATER TANK (NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY).
Before removing the cover, check that the power supply is switched off.
• Draining: essential operation if the appliance will be in a room subject to frost without being used.
1 - Switch the power off
2 - Close the cold water inlet
3 - Drain using the lever on the safety unit having opened a hot water tap
4 - Protect the safety unit against frost
5 - To restart the water heater, see the "System start-up" section.
• Consult a professional or an qualified person if the safety unit has frozen.
• Descaling: to be performed every two years in regions with hard water; consult an qualified person;
do not scrape the sides of the appliance.
If the performances of your appliance deteriorate, you heating element may scaled up; in
this case, consult your installer who will conduct the cleaning operation.
•
Verification of the magnesium anode: to be performed every 2 years;
consult an qualified person.
• The following parts can be replaced:
- The thermostat,
- The magnesium anode,
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The reinforced heating element,
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The seal,
- The housing,
- The thermal fuse protection
- The indicator light.
The water heater must be drained and the flange seal replaced if the water heater is opened.
Replacement operations must be performed by a qualified person using the manufacturer's original
parts.
• If a constant emission of steam or boiling water is observed via the drainage valve or when a tap
is opened, cut the electric power supply to the water heater and CONSULT A PROFESSIONAL OR
A QUALIFIED PERSON.
DISPOSAL
- Before dismantling, turn off the power to the appliance and drain it.
- The combustion of some components may release toxic gases, do not incinerate the
unit.
Environment (DEEE): do not dispose of your appliance with household waste; take it
to an official collection point for recycling.
MAINTENANCE
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