Table of contents 8.10.1 Checking and, if required, adjusting the gas/air Explanation of symbols and safety instructions ratio ........63 Explanation of symbols Replacement parts .
Information on safe isolation can be found in the ▶ Worcester Bosch offer flue gas systems which are Health and Safety Executive guidance HSG85. suitable for use with the appliance. It is the – Using test equipment approved to GS38 to...
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Explanation of symbols and safety instructions H Handover to the user (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 1988). When handing over, instruct the user how to operate the heating system and inform the user about its H Combustion and corrosive materials operating conditions.
Regulations Irish Standards Regulations The current relevant Irish standards should be followed, including: • ECTI Installation regulations – National rules for electrical installations Current Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations: • IS 813 All gas appliances must be installed by a competent, registered gas –...
Product Information Scope of delivery Appliance type overview This appliance are for use with: • Natural Gas or L.P.G. (Cat.II 2H3P type C13, C33 & C53) This document refers to the following appliance types: Appliance type Part number Gas Council number GR8700iW 30 S NG 7 738 100 805 41-406-87...
Product Information Pipe work positions and flue outlet Function From left Diameter of pipe case edge 1 Condensate Outlet 58mm 22mm • Rubber push fit connection 2 CH Flow 90mm 22mm • Compression fitting 3 Cylinder Return 155mm 15mm • Compression fitting 4 Gas inlet 220mm 22mm...
Pre-Installation Hot water: Pre-Installation • Taps and mixing valves must be capable of sustaining a pressure up to 10 bar. NOTICE: • Hot water temperature and flow rate are affected by the size and Risk of damage to system or appliance! insulation of pipe work making up the distribution system and are Before installation controlled by the hot water tap and the water main inlet pressure.
Pre-Installation Checking the size of the expansion vessel Sealed primary system - Cylinder and 2 x central heating zones: To determine whether an additional expansion vessel is required: Follow Typical S-Plan Plus example the steps below: • The cylinder return must be the last connection on the common ▶...
Pre-Installation 4.1.4 System fill Filling primary sealed systems NOTICE: Filling the primary sealed system The system must not be filled with salt based softened water. ▶ Ensure the primary water filling point uses an untreated cold water connection from the mains supply, before a water softener. •...
Pre-Installation Mains supply 4.2.1 Electrical supply Natural Gas: • Supply: 230V AC - 50 Hz ▶ When using this table to estimate the gas flow rate in pipe work of a • This appliance must not be connected to a three phase supply. known length, the effective length will be increased by 0.5m for each •...
Pre-Installation 4.3.2 Rooms containing a bath or shower NOTICE: CAUTION: Damage to appliance: Risk of electric shock Contaminated combustion air. ▶ Any switch or appliance control using mains electricity must not be ▶ Do not use any cleaners containing chlorine or hydrogen halide (i.e. within reach of a person using the bath or shower.
▶ If this is not possible, bends should be viewable from both directions. Description Dimensions (mm) Appliance width Appliance height Refer to the manual supplied with the Worcester, Bosch Group flue kit for Appliance depth complete installation instructions. Installation/Maintenance Overall clearance height...
Pre-Installation Vertical maximum flue lengths Horizontal fixed length flue assembly Flue length [L] Flue length [L] 1050 mm Output 60/100 80/125 35kW 14,000mm 29,000mm 30kW 21,000mm 25,000mm 330 mm Min Table 10 Maximum flue lengths - Vertical flues Flue system bends NOTICE: Fig.
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Pre-Installation High level horizontal flue Vertical balanced flue assembly A = 300 mm B = 500 mm Fig. 21 Horizontal flue option • Flue length [L] (initial bend included in length calculation) Fig. 24 Vertical flue option – Maximum flue length as stated in "Horizontal maximum flue •...
Pre-Installation 4.4.3 Plume management system For every extra 1000mm of plume management after the first 500mm, the internal 60/100 flue length must be reduced by 700mm, up to a maximum of 4500mm of plume management. 2,800 2,100 1,400 [mm] 1,500 2,500 3,500 4,500...
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Pre-Installation Vertical flue terminal positions RIDGE VENT RIDGE FLUE 1500 1500 1500 1500 2000 1500 1200 1500 BOUNDARY LINE BOUNDARIES Fig. 29 Vertical flue terminal positions Key to figure 29: 400mm measured diagonally from a pitched roof or 500mm in regions with heavy snow fall.
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Pre-Installation Horizontal flue terminal positions BOUNDARY LINE DORMA SKYLIGHT OPENING OPPOSITE 2000 1500 1200 1500 1200 1000 BOUNDARY LINE BELOW GROUND OPEN LIGHT WELL <1000 BOUNDARIES 25 100 25 100 0010021442-001 Fig. 30 Horizontal flue terminal positions Key to figure 30: The terminal must be at least 1500mm from the opening or vent when sited below the window or 600mm when sited to either side 200mm below eaves and 75mm below gutters, pipe and drains.
Pre-Installation [11] 300mm above, below and either side of an opening door, air vent or opening window. [12] Below ground level in an open lightwell. The flue must be at least 600mm from the opposing surface and have at least 300mm clearance either side and below.
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Pre-Installation ±45° 180° ≥140 1,500 ≥ 5 ≥ 5 0 0 5 0 0 ±80° ±80° EXCLUSION ZONE EXCLUSION ZONE EXCLUSION ZONE 1500 1200 BOUNDARY LINE OPENING FLUE TERMINAL GUARD OPPOSITE 7 716 191 176 2000 BOUNDARY LINE Fig. 31 Plume re-direct and plume management terminal positions Key to figure 31 - Plume re-direct terminal positions: 300mm adjacent to a boundary line, unless it will cause a nuisance.
Pre-Installation exhaust terminal must be positioned at least 1200mm away from Condensate discharge any opening into the building which is sited within the footprint of the carport. If the exhaust terminal is extended at least 300mm beyond the Full details on condensate discharge. footprint of the carport then the distance from the terminal to an ▶...
Pre-Installation Condensate pipe work - Unheated internal areas Condensate pump Figure 34 NOTICE: Where direct connection to a “gravity discharge” pipe work is not Unheated internal areas. physically possible, or where very long internal runs would be required to reach a suitable discharge point, condensate should be removed using a Although the large volume siphon will reduce the risk of freezing, proprietary condensate pump, of a specification recommended by the...
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Pre-Installation NOTICE: Condensate waste disposal ▶ Care should be taken when siting a soak-away to avoid causing damage to existing services If no other discharge method is possible then the use of an externally run condensate drainage pipe terminating at a suitable foul water discharge point, or purpose-designed soak away, may be considered.
Pre-Installation Open drain or gully with external air break 400mm min. Figure 37 25mm min. Where the pipe terminates over an open drain or gully and there is a risk 500mm min. of ground flooding, then the additional requirement below is recommended: •...
▶ The Building Services Compliance Guide recommends that a primary water cleanser is fitted to the system. ▶ Worcester Bosch recommend fitting a filter that will help remove both magnetite and non-magnetic debris. Worcester offers two filters that helps remove both magnetite and non-magnetic debris;...
▶ In cases where all attempts to find a micro leak have failed, Risk of damage to appliance or accessories. Worcester, Bosch Group supports the use of Fernox F4 leak sealer. ▶ All the previous pre-installation sections must be read and requirements met before starting the appliance or flue installations.
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Installation Unpacking 0010023424-001 Fig. 40 Unpacking Additional requirements for roof space installations appliance installation point. This will allow access for installation, normal use and servicing. • The unpacked appliance can now be moved into the loft space • Two sets of steps should be used. •...
Installation Position the appliance WARNING: Flue turret ▶ Ensure the mains gas supply is isolated before starting any work ▶ The flue turret has an in-built 3° angle giving the flue assembly the rise and follow all relevant safety precautions. from the appliance to ensure the condensate flows back to the appliance.
Installation 0010023273-001 Fig. 42 Transport, lifting and handling Preparing the appliance installation NOTICE: Incorrect mounting can cause material damage. If the appliance is mounted incorrectly, it may fall off the wall. ▶ Only install the appliance on a rigid, solid wall. This wall must be able to carry the weight of the appliance and must at least be as large as the bearing surface of the appliance.
Installation ▶ Apply a smear of silicone lubricant to the seal to ease connection later. 0010023669-001 Fig. 44 Connections on the gas and the water side Heating flow valve Gas isolator Heating return valve Preparing the wallframe ▶ Fit sealing washers to service valves before hanging appliance. 0010023674-001 0010023277-001 Fig.
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Installation Hanging the appliance Fitting the condensate pipework ▶ Ensure that top and side panels are removed. ▶ Secure the pipe to the wall at the last joint. ▶ Fit the sealing washers to service valves. ▶ Ensure the pipe protrudes through the wall frame by 25mm. ▶...
Installation Flue turret/adaptor installation ▶ Check the appliance flue seal [2] is correctly seated and apply silicone grease. NOTICE: Flue installation ▶ Refer to the Flue Kit Installation instructions provided with your flue kit to correctly install the flue with this appliance. ▶...
Installation Electrical connection 5.5.1 Installer connections Connect external accessories DANGER: ▶ Flip down the control appliance ( Fig. 54). Risk of electric shock! ▶ Open the cover. ▶ Isolate electrical components from the power supply (230 V AC) (fuse, circuit breaker) and secure against unintentional re- connection before carrying out any work.
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Installation ▶ For splash water protection (IP): cut the strain relief to match the Symbol Function diameter of the cable. Without function Without function Without function Ø Table 13 Power supply (power cables) terminal strip for external Ø 8-9 accessories Ø...
Installation 5.5.2 Cable preparations NOTICE: 230V AC Damage to control unit! Small pieces of wire can cause shorts and damage to electronics. ▶ When stripping wires always ensure copper strands do not fall into the control box. Mains voltage (power cables), example figure 58 ▶...
▶ In cases where all attempts to find a system micro leak have failed, ▶ Check the gas type specified on the identification plate matches that Worcester, Bosch Group supports the use of Fernox F4 leak sealer. of the gas supply.
Commissioning ▶ Manually vent all radiators, tighten when completed and check the 6.3.1 Control panel overview system for any leaks and correct if required. ▶ Top up the system pressure if the pressure drops below 1 bar. ▶ Isolate and remove filling loop connections to the system. 6.2.2 Adjusting the operating pressure of the heating system Display on the pressure gauge...
Commissioning The next time there is a heat requirement for heating, the appliance is Parameters when optional integral diverter valve kit held at low thermal output for 15 minutes. The siphon filling mode is fitted remains active until the appliance has completed 15 minutes of operation with increased min.
Commissioning Checking gas inlet pressure ▶ Exit the chimney sweep mode. ▶ Switch off the appliance, close the gas isolator, remove the pressure 6.6.1 Checking the gas supply pressure gauge and tighten the screw. ▶ Switch off the appliance and close the gas isolator. ▶...
▶ Check and zero the analyser in fresh air as specified by the manufacturer. ▶ The air/gas ratio valve is factory set and must not be adjusted during commissioning unless this action is recommended following contact with the Worcester, Bosch Group help line 0330 123 3366. Greenstar 8000 Style – 6720883855 (2019/01)
Check CO and combustion Set boiler to ratio at minimum rate minimum rate. Turn off boiler and Boiler is operating call Worcester, Bosch CO < 350ppm satisfactorily. Group help line. CO/CO ratio No further action 0330 123 3366 <...
Commissioning 6.11 Flue gas analysis 6.12 Finishing commissioning NOTICE: 6.12.1 Fitting the combustion casing Combustion testing ▶ Combustion testing must be carried out by a competent qualified person. Testing must not be attempted unless the person carrying out the combustion check is equipped with a calibrated Flue Gas Analyser conforming to BS 7967 and is competent in its use.
▶ Show the customer how to safely isolate the appliance. ▶ Advise the customer where they can find information on the Worcester, Bosch Group website, www.worcester-bosch.co.uk. ▶ Advise the customer that outside temperatures will affect the output of the appliance, especially the DHW.
▶ Press the Hot water key or the Heating key. that are proven to be faulty or defective in manufacture will be -or- exchanged or repaired free of charge if repaired directly by Bosch ▶ Press the d key. Thermotechnology Ltd.
Settings in the service menu Service menu 7.2.1 Overview of the service menu – Standby time Benchmark – Clock inh. T. off – Clock inh. T. on – Actual temp. – Hot water – DHW flow rate – Max. DHW output –...
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Settings in the service menu – Solar pump type – Start solar system Function check – Activate test – Burner – Ignition – Fan – Pump – Cyl. prim. pump – 3-way valve – HC1 pump – DHW circ. pump –...
Settings in the service menu 7.2.2 Benchmark and Info menu Menu item Comment/restriction Actual temp. Flow temperature in °C DHW flow rate Hot water flow rate in l/min Hot water temp.Outlet temperature in °C Table 17 Benchmark menu Menu item Comment/restriction ...
Settings in the service menu 7.2.3 Settings menu The menu is adapted to your system automatically. Some menu items are only available if the system has been set up accordingly. The menu items The factory settings are highlighted in the following table. are only displayed in systems in which the corresponding system components are installed, e.g.
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Settings in the service menu Menu item Settings/adjustment range Comment/restriction Pump Pump range map • Output dependent 0: pump rate proportional ▶ Set low pump curve to save energy and avoid possible to thermal output flow noise ( Chapter 12.5, page 71). •...
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Settings in the service menu Menu item Settings/adjustment range Comment/restriction Maintenance Maintenance type • Without Landlord: • Burner run time This menu item allows a date to be set for annual service/ • Boiler run time maintenance (End date). The service display appears as a •...
Settings in the service menu 7.2.4 Function check menu Menu item Settings/adjustment range Comment/restriction Activate test Burner • Off...100 % This service function enables testing of the burner. Ignition • On Permanent ignition. • Off Test the ignition with permanent ignition without gas supply.
Inspection and maintenance Inspection and maintenance considerations Inspection and maintenance • To ensure continued efficient operation the appliance must be checked at regular interval. DANGER: • The frequency of servicing will depend upon the particular Risk of electric shock! installation conditions and usage, however, normally an annual service is recommended.
Inspection and maintenance Component access Removing bottom panel 1. Push in the clip securing the bottom panel. 2. Pull bottom panel sidewards to release from service position and remove. 0010019013-001 Fig. 73 Removing outer case Fan pressure test NOTICE: Fan pressure test ▶...
If the boiler, after completing the above checks, fails the fan pressure causes have been checked, please contact the Worcester Bosch Group test then contact Worcester, Bosch Group for advice.
Inspection and maintenance 8.9.1 Checking the burner 8.9.2 Checking the non-return valve in the air-gas manifold 1. Remove the combustion cover Fig. 62. 1. Unscrew the screws at the air-gas manifold. 2. Unscrew the screws on the burner cover. 2.
Inspection and maintenance 8.9.3 Fan removal 8.9.4 Cleaning the heat exchanger 1. Undo connection of venturi. Access to the heat exchanger 2. Remove venturi and move pipe to the far right. The following items will have to be removed to gain access to the heat exchanger for cleaning: ▶...
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Inspection and maintenance ▶ Using the cleaning blade, working from the bottom to the top, to loosen any deposits in the heat exchanger. It is possible to rinse any remaining debris from the heat exchanger either through the access point or alternatively through the top of the heat exchanger when the burner is removed.
Inspection and maintenance ▶ Refit the cleaning access cover assembly in reverse order the new ▶ Check tightness of electrode set. seal [2], and the access cover [1]. ▶ Hand tighten the bolts and then use a spanner to tighten the bolts a further half turn.
▶ The gas valve and venturi are factory set and should not need to be and is flush with the top edge of the gasket. adjusted if found to be out of tolerance and when all other possible causes have been checked, please contact the Worcester Bosch Group Helpline 0330 123 3366. NOTICE: Combustion testing ▶...
Inspection and maintenance 8.10.1 Checking and, if required, adjusting the gas/air ratio ▶ Switch on the appliance. ▶ Switch off the appliance. ▶ Remove the plug from the flue gas test port. ▶ Remove the front cover. ▶ Push the flue gas probe centrally into the flue gas test port. ▶...
▶ Also after re-assembly, carry out the following checks: Fan pressure. Flue gas analysis. Only use Worcester, Bosch Group original spare parts with this appliance. Non Worcester, Bosch Group original spare parts will invalidate the guarantee (if applicable) and any warranty.
Replacement parts Overheat thermostat removal Pressure relief valve removal ▶ Remove two electrical connectors from thermostat. ▶ Unscrew [1] the sensor [2]. 0010023622-001 ▶ Open the cover Fig. 54. ▶ Remove the condensate trap Fig. 90. ▶ Pull the spring up [1]. ▶...
Replacement parts 1. Unplug the plug. Checking/replacing the motor of the 3-way valve 2. Unscrew the union nut. ▶ Check the motor in the Menu > Function check > Activate test > 3-way valve. ▶ Check/replace the motor of the 3-way valve in the Service menu > Special function >...
Fault finding and diagnosis • Ensure the room thermostat is functioning. Fault finding and diagnosis • Ensure the cylinder thermostat (if fitted) is functioning. • Ensure the cold water mains is turned on? • Ensure the primary system has adequate pressure/system content This fault finding information is for guidance only.
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Fault finding and diagnosis Fault text on the display, description Remedy 306 V Flame signal after closing the fuel supply 1. Replace the air/gas ratio control valve. 2. Replace the ionisation cable. 3. Replace the control unit/burner control unit. 815 B Low loss header temp.
Environmental protection and disposal Environmental protection is a fundamental corporate strategy of the Used appliances Bosch Group. Used appliances contain valuable materials that can be recycled. The quality of our products, their economy and environmental safety are The various assemblies can be easily dismantled. Synthetic materials are all of equal importance to us and all environmental protection legislation marked accordingly.
Technical Specifications/Logs To dispose of old electrical or electronic devices, you should use the Batteries must not be disposed together with your household waste. return and collection systems put in place in the country concerned. Used batteries must be disposed of in local collection systems. Technical Specifications/Logs 12.1 Technical data...
Technical Specifications/Logs 12.2 Ionisation current When the burner is running at a minimum rated heat Type Gas type Faulty ≥ 3 A < 3 A GR8700iW 30 S Natural gas ≥ 3 A < 3 A ≥ 7 A < 7 A GR8700iW 35 S Natural gas ≥...
Technical Specifications/Logs 12.7 Electrical wiring 230V 230V 11 8 10 16 0010023666-001 Fig. 105 Electrical wiring Pressure sensor Ignition transformer Air/gas ratio control valve Flow temperature sensor at flow pipe [10] Control cable of the heating pump Flow temperature sensor at heating block [11] Heating pump 230 V Flame sensing electrode [12] Connecting lead for KEY slot...
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Technical Specifications/Logs [15] Terminal strip for external accessories ( terminal assignment Tab. 13) [16] 3-way valve (Accessory) [17] Connecting lead [18] Earth (PE) [19] Earth bar [20] Not used Greenstar 8000 Style – 6720883855 (2019/01)
Technical Specifications/Logs 12.8 Gas boiler system commissioning checklist This Commissioning checklist is to be completed in full by the competent person who commissioned the appliance as a means of demonstrating compliance with the appropriate Building Regulations and then handed to the customer to keep for future reference. Failure to install and commission according to the manufacturer’s instructions and complete this Benchmark Commissioning Checklist will invalidate the warranty.
Technical Specifications/Logs 12.10 Service record It is recommended that your heating system is serviced annually and that the Service record is completed. Service Provider Before completing the Service record below, please ensure that you have carried out the service as described in the manufacturer’s instructions. Always use the manufacturer’s recommended spare parts.