Local Building, Water and Gas fitting regulations. Failure to install this appliance in accordance with these installation instructions may void warranty Service Department: 1300 30 70 37 In the interest of continued product improvement, Bosch reserves the www.bosch.com.au/hotwater right to alter these specifications without notice. SBA8231...
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Prior to initial start up, make sure that you fill the neutralizer unit with water. DANGER This is to prevent dangerous exhaust gases from entering the building. Failure to fill the neutralizer unit could result in severe personal injury or death. Must use approved Bosch fluing. Refer page 12.
Installation Instructions The following accessories are included with the unit. Included Accessories Check for any missing items before starting installation. Part Shape Part Shape Q’ty Q’ty Owner's Guide, Tapping Screw Installation Manual each (this document) The accessories listed below are not Optional Accessories included with the units, but may be necessary for installation.
Installation Instructions Before Installation DANGER Checkup • Check the fixing brackets and exhaust vent yearly to make sure they do not need to be replaced. Do not install unit in a bathroom or other occupied room, installation in an improper location may cause failures or fire.
Installation Instructions Choosing Installation Site * Locate the appliance in an area where water leakage from the unit or connections will not result in damage to the area adjacent to the appliance or to the lower floors of the structure. When such locations cannot be avoided, it is recommended that a suitable drain pan, adequately drained, be installed under the appliance.
Installation Instructions CAUTION • Install the water heater in a location where it is free from obstacles and stagnant air. • Consult with the customer concerning the location of installation. • Do not install the water heater near staircases or emergency exits. •...
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Installation Instructions Item Check Illustration • Maintain the following clearances (unit: mm) from both combustible and non-combustible materials. • If the unit will be installed in the vicinity of 300mm Indoor 500mm Outdoor a permanent kitchen range or stove that has the possibility of generating steam 600mm Outdoor Exhaust hood...
Installation Instructions CLEARANCES FOR FLUE TERMINAL (front of heater) The location of the flue terminal must comply with the clearances shown on this page. If you are unsure about clearances not indicated here, in general refer to AS5601, or your local authority. In Western Australia refer to the WA Office of Energy rules and regulations.
Installation Instructions Installation Securing to the wall • Installation must conform with all local building, water or Gas Regulations or AS5601. • The weight of the device will be applied to the wall. If the strength of the wall is not suffi- cient, reinforcement must be installed to prevent the transfer of vibration.
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Installation Instructions Filling the neutralizer unit with water The neutralizer unit must be filled before connecting the vent pipe. Filling the neutralizer unit before vent pipe installation. Prior to initial start up, make sure that you fill the neutralizer unit with water. DANGER This is to prevent dangerous exhaust gases from entering the building.
• Make sure vent pipe is gas tight and will not Vent Piping leak. Use heat resistant silicon sealant wher- • Use only Bosch vent materials. ever necessary. • Follow the vent pipe manufacturer's installation • Do not place any dangerous objects at the end instructions.
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Installation Instructions Vertical Vent Termination Rain • Terminate at least 1.8m from the combustion air intake of any appliance, and 1m from any other building opening, gas Roof Flashing utility meter, service regulator etc. • Terminate the vent system at least 600mm above but not more than 2m above the roof line, or according to the vent...
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Installation Instructions Observe the commercial gas equipment installation criteria and operation criteria. Air inlet • Size the air inlet according with AS5601. • Be sure to provide adequate air inlet. • The air inlet needs to open to the outside air from the room in which the water heater is used.
Installation Instructions Gas Piping Follow the instructions from the gas supplier. The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 3.5 kPa. The appliance and its gas connections must be leak tested before placing the appliance in operation. The inlet gas pressure must be within the range specified.
Installation Instructions Installation and service must be performed Water Piping by a qualified plumber. Observe all applicable codes. This appliance is suitable for potable water applications. Do not use this appliance if any part has been underwater. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and replace any part of the control system and gas control which has been under water.
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Installation Instructions Supply water piping Hot water piping • Do not use PVC, iron, or any piping which has • Do not use lead, PVC, iron or any piping which been treated with chromates, boiler seal or other has been treated with chromates, boiler seal or chemicals.
Installation Instructions Condensate Piping PLEASE FOLLOW LOCAL CODES ABOUT CONDENSATE PIPING. • This water heater is a high efficiency, fully condensing appliance which produces condensate during operation. Therefore, it is necessary to install condensate piping. The water heater incorporates a col- lection, neutralization, and removal system which must be properly drained in order to ensure proper operation of this appliance.
Installation Instructions Consult a qualified electrician Electrical Wiring for the electrical work. Do not connect electrical power to the unit until all electrical wiring has been completed. Disconnect Power This appliance must be electrically earthed in accordance with Electrical Authority Regulations. Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls.
Installation Instructions Remote Controller • Applicable Model Main Remote controller RCM3211 * Up to three remote controllers can be connected. Additional remote controllers cannot be con- nected by themselves. • The remote controller must be installed in accordance with the installation manual enclosed in the package. Temperature settings without remote controller.
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Installation Instructions ° ° ° Modification procedure of temperature setting to 40 C, 60 C, and 65 ° C in case of BC3200RA5) 1. Disconnect electrical power to the water heater. 2. Remove the front cover of the water heater (4 screws). 3.
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This procedure can be carried out on site by the installer. A temperature controller is required. Please contact the Bosch Technical Department on 1300 30 70 37 for instructions. In order to comply with AS 3498 the minimum distances as per the diagram below must be observed.
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Installation Instructions Connecting Remote Controller Cord to Unit • Keep the remote controller cord away from the freeze prevention heaters in the unit. • Tie the redundant cord outside the water heater. Do not put the extra length inside the equipment. •...
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Installation Instructions (An optional connection cord is required for Connection between the quick connect cable and appliance simple linkage of two appliances.) Caution The wiring colors of the connector on one of the appliances to be connected differ from the wiring colors of the connection cord.
Installation Instructions Quick Connect Multi System Installation • The Quick Connect Multi System allows the installation of two units together utilizing only the Quick Connect Cord. The Quick Connect Cord is 2m. long. Install the units no more than 950mm apart from each other to ensure the cord will be able to reach between the units.
Installation Instructions Periodically check the following to ensure proper Maintenance operation of the water heater. • The venting system must be examined periodically by a qualified service technician to check for any leaks or corrosion. • The burner flame must be checked periodically for a proper blue color and consistency. •...
Installation Instructions * If an 11 or F11 error code flashes on the remote controller, Push the Power Button on the remote controller off and on 2 -3 times. * If (*1) and (*2) cannot be done, the Quick Connect Cord may not be properly connected. Check that the cord is properly connected.
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Installation Instructions Dimensions < mm > 6-6 x 10 OBLONG HOLE EXHAUSTPIPE CONNECTION 101.5 (INNER) UPPERWALL MOUNT BRACKETS OPERATION LAMP AIR INLET LOWERWALL MOUNT BRACKETS WATER DRAIN VALVE WIRING THROUGHWAY (WATER FILTER) (POWER CORD) CONDENSATE DRAIN WATER DRAIN VALVE WATER DRAIN VALVE 6-6 x 10 OBLONG HOLE HOTWATER OUTLET GAS INLET...
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Remote Controller RCM3211 carefully before carrying out installation. Installation Guide Robert Bosch (Australia) Pty. Ltd. Note Do not connect power to the water heater before the remote controller has been properly installed. (1) Remove the decorative cover. (The decorative cover is attached very simply.) Connect the Y-shaped terminal to the terminal block at the back of the remote controller.
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Read this installation guide carefully before carrying out installation. Installation Guide Robert Bosch (Australia) Pty. Ltd. Note Do not connect power to the water heater before the remote controller has been properly installed. 1. Put the remote controller cord through the wall 3.