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CASCADE RAPIDE
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1.

SPECIFICATIONS

Water capacity
9 Iitres or 6 litres
Water connections Male nozzles to suit 12mm bore reinforced hose. The cold inlet incorporates a non-return valve.
Water supply
Maximum recommended pressure from pump 1.0 bar
Maximum working pressure
2.5 bar
NOT SUITABLE FOR DIRECT CONNECTION TO MAINS WATER SUPPLY

Maximum weight

Operation
T~mperature range

Insulation heat loss

Efficiency

Gas connection

Empty 5.64 kg
Full 14.64 kg

Gas

Mains Electric

70'C approx. non-adjustable

70

3e per hour

e approx. nonadjustable
e per hour

Better than 75%

N/A

Female olive compression coupling

to suit 8mm or }'4" QJ pipe

N/A

Butane 28 mbar Propane 37 mbar Butane/Propane

N/A

Gas supply pressure

30 mbar Butane/Propane 50 mbar

Electrical supply
Electrical consumption

Supply Fuses

Nominal 1211 DC negative earth only

230v AC 50Hz

250 rnA heating

25 rnA standby

3.65A at 230v (830

Not supplied

Not supplied
5A

5A

Warm-up time

after 25 mins from switching on

Typically some water available at 55C to 600 e

after 25 mins of switching on

Typically some water at 55C to 60C available

User control

Safety Features

Other features

Wi /2.6A at 230v (61 OW)

Remote controller with indicator lights supplied with heater

Not supplied

Pressure relief valve set at 2.5 bar and fusible plug set
at 96C both venting onto burner

Must have a double pole illuminated

switch outlet with a contact gap of at
least 3mm in each pole

The electronic burner control features protection against

flame failure, gas supply interruption and low voltage

As gas only. plus over temperature

thermostat with manual reset at 85C

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
2.

WARNINGS AND INFORMATION

The heater must be installed in accordance with the regulations in force and with these Fitting Instructions. In addition,
the installation of the mains electric for the Cascade Rapide GE must be carried out by a competent electrician working
to regulations in force, and these Fitting Instructions.
For USER SAFETY attention is drawn to Section 4.1, i.e. Balanced Flue Terminal Position
The gas control circuit must only be connected to a 12 volt DC negative earth supply. Before commencing any work on
the caravan disconnect the battery and isolate the caravan from the mains supply.
Mains supply for the Cascade GE should be made via the double pole switched outlet with a contact gap of at least3mm
in each pole, and should include an earth connection.
Water hoses should be reinforced, opaque FOOD QUALITY
Mains cable must have a minimum cross sectional area of 1.5mm'
This heater does not contain asbestos or asbestos related products.
The Cascade Rapide and Rapide GE are approved to the relevant sections of EN 89 95/54/EC and EN 60335 and
are manufactured to ISO 9002.
The heaters are suitable for installation into caravans complying with the regulations in force.
This appliance must not be connected to a mains water supply, unless regulated with a suitable device to supply a pressure
of less than 1.4 Bar (20psi).

3.

THE HEATER KIT

The heater kit consists of the following:

1
Assembled heater

1
4 core cable

1
Twin cable
1
Wall switch
Should water issue from the pressure relief device, open the hot tape and allow water to flow for 30 seconds before closing.
1
1
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4
2
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Parts

4.

8mm dia olive

y.. dia olive

Compression nut

Csk head screws

Stainless steel pan head screws

Round head screws

Set literature

and tools required:

Mastic tape

Jigsaw or padsaw

No.2 Poz; screwdriver

Jubilee clips to suit your pipe fittings

Spanners to suit your gas fittings

10mmdrill

Silicone sealant

SELECTING THE POSITION

Choose a flat vertical wall on the opposite side to where an awning may be filled without interference oltrims, etc. if possible.

Ensure that the overall depth of the heater will fit into the locker or cupboard (Fig. 1).

Ensure that any trims can be refilled or cut to make a water tight seal and a neat installation. Structural sections within the

walls of the caravan should be avoided for safety reasons.

Ensure the rear of the appliance (i.e. tank end) is always supported or filled at floor level.

4.1

BALANCED FLUE TERMINAL POSITION

A
B

5.

Location
Below an opening window
Vertical corner (Fig. 2)

Minimum dimension
300mm

150mm

CUTIING THE HOLE

You will find a sheet of paper on which is printed the template for filling the heater and the wall switch. Remove the template
(Fig. 3) and separate it into two templates.

6.

INSIDE THE CARAVAN

Temporarily tape the template to the inside wall at the position required. Ensure that the bollom of the template, i.e. the line
CD, is to the floor or above any strength beam in the base of the wall. Mark the "0" position through the template onto the
wall. Remove the template and drill a 4mm dia hole through the inner and outer walls at the "0" position. Ensure that
the drill is kept square to the wall.

7.

OUTSIDE THE CARAVAN

The pilot hole drilled through the wall will allow the template to be positioned correctly on the outside wall.
Tape the wall template (Fig. 4) and align the "0" position with the previously drilled hole.
Ensure that the template is square to the caravan body. The line CD should be level with the caravan floor or above any
strength beam on the base of the wall.
Drill four 10mm dia holes at the positions A, B, C and D as shown on the wall template. The drill should pass through the
inner and outer walls. Using a jigsaw or padsaw cut to the lines shown on the template (Fig. 5).

Remove all traces of the template and masking tape from the caravan wall.

8.

LINING THE HOLE

The hole in the caravan wall must be lined with timber to give a firm support for holding Ihe heater in position (Fig. 6).
Before filling the timber lining first remove any insulation from the inner and outer walls to the depth olthe timber The finished
hole size should be 240mm x 212mm.use a silicone sealant to seal the lining to the inner and outer walls. Secure the inner
walls 10 the lining with panel pins. The panel pins shouid be fitted within 1Omm of the edge of the hole at the tope and sides
only. Trim the edges of the hole to remove any burrs etc. The use of silicone sealant is to prevent water from entering the
walls and floor of the caravan.

9.

230 VOLT CONNECTION (GE ONLY)

Any work on mains electricity should be carried out by a competent electrician working to the regulations in force.
Ensure illuminated double pole switched outlet fused at 5 amp should be located in a position convenient for easy operation
by the user, i.e. on the outside of the bedding locker adjacent to the appliance. The mains cable should be connected from
the fused outlet with a switched contact separation of at least 3mm to either the Residual Current Circuit Breaker or joined
into the existing wiring via a 15 amp junction box.
The cable required to connect the appliance to the fused mains outlet should be a minimum standard of 3 core double
sheathed, with the conductors having a minimum cross sectional area of 1.5mm'.
Estimate the length of cable required from the fused outlet to the appliance and allow extra to enable the heater to be partially
withdrawn through the side of the caravan without disconnection.
Remove the plate covering the electrical connections of the appliance.
Prepare the end of the cables as shown in Fig. 7
Pass the prepared end through the cable entry and under the cable clamp.
Connect the cable into the three way terminal block (Fig. 8). The Brown wire is connected to the terminal marked 'L', Blue
to the 'N' and the GreenlYeliow to the 'E'
Tighten the cable clam (A) taking care not to damage the cable or screws.

Replace the cover plate with the three screws provided.

10.

WATER CONNECTIONS

10.1

Use ONLY reinforced FOOD QUALITY opaque hose or semi-rigid pipe to avoid unpleasant tastes and smells in the water
Note: The reason for the use of the opaque hose is that this reduces the possibility of the build up of algae in the system.

10.2 When connecting into the water supply pipes it is advisable to use a 'Y' connector as this does not reduce the flow to the same
degree as a TEE' (Fig. 9).
Connect the cold feed hose for the heater to the existing cold water supply by the use of a 'Y' connector. Allow enough length
on the hose to make the connection to the heater through the hole in the wall of the caravan (Fig. 10).
Complete the hot water system allowinglenough hose to make the connection to the heater through the hole in the caravan'
wall.
10.3

Pumps and Taps

Taps which controllhe pump by a switch in each tap are considered the most suitable but the heater will also work on systems
using a pressure switch to control the pump (provided that the pressure operating switch is below 1.4 bar). Where a pressure
switch is used, temperature fluctuations can be expected when showering.

11.

FiniNG THE HEATER

11.1

Ensure that the 4 core cable is connected to the electronics module at the bottom of the heater. Offer the heater through
the hole in the wall, making sure that the multicore cable, and the 230 volt cable in the case of the Rapide GE, are notlrapped
under the heater
Make the water connections. The cold water inlet is fitted to the bottom hose connector of the heater This connector also
incorporates a non-return valve. The host water flow hose fits into the top connector Secure the hoses to the connectors
using suitable pipe clips (Fig. 11).
Coat the back flange with a film of mastic to provide a water tight seal with the caravan wall push the heater fully home. and
using the flange holes as a guide, drill through the outer skin of the caravan wall with a 4mm dia drill.
Secure the heater flange to the wall by progressively tightening the screws to compress the mastic seal (Fig. 12).
If this water heater is fitted above floor level, support the underside of Ihe waler heater tank insulation so that the tank is
horizontal. and there is no slrain on the out wall.

11.2 Remove any excess mastic, taking care not to damage the caravan paintwork. Fix the cowl into position on the flange using
the four stainless steel screws. Ensure that the cowl is the correct way up (Fig. 13).
12.

FINAL 230 VOLT CONNECTION (GE ONLY)

Take note of the recommendation made in Section 2.0. The 230 volt Double Pole Isolation Switch should be located in a
position convenient for easy operation by the user. i.e. on the outside ofthe bedding locker. The mains cable should be either
directly connected to the Residual Current Circuit Breaker or joined into the existing wiring via a 15 amp junction box. Connect
the heater cable to the fused outlet supply with a switched contact separation of at least 3mm. Clip Ihe cable securely to
the caravan structure and ensure that the cable is long enough to allow partial withdrawal of the heater through the caravan
wall for servicing.

13.

WALL SWITCH
Remove the backing from the wall swath template and place in the required position. Take note that the 4 cere cable is only
3 metres long. Therefore run the cable to the wall switch location before drilling any holes. Drill the holes to the sizes shown
on the template.

NOTE: Spare cable should be allowed at the heater module to allow servicing to be carried out.

Fix the wall switch with the two screws provided.

Feed the 4 core cable and power 2 core cables through the hole and connect the input pins (Fig. 14).

Connect the wall switch to the 12 volt supply.

NOTE: A 5 amp fuse must be fitted in the positive supply to the heater. Where the negative supply is not bonded to the chassis,

a fuse should also be fitted in the negative supply. Ensure that the polarity of the wiring to the wall switch is correct (Fig. 15).

14.

GAS CONNECTION
Ensure that the gas supply is turned off at the cylinder. Connect the heater to the caravan gas system via an approved
isolating valve. The gas inlet fitting (Fig 6a) is suitable for 8mm or X"0 pipe. The 8mm 0 olive compression gas fitting should
be assembled as in Fig. 16. The olive for the X"0 pipe is symmetrical in appearance.
It is recommended that a 25mm dia gas drop hole be drilled through the floor adjacent to where the gas supply joins the heater
When this recommendation is followed the gas feed must be separated from the bedding locker with an enclosure to maintain
compliance with the caravan ventilation regulations. The bedding locker lid may form the top of the enclosure to give access
to the isolating valve.
For a 50mb gas supply, connection is made with an 8mm compression fitting to the pipe supplied, as shown in Fig. 20.
Turn on the gas supply at the cylinder and leak test the system using an approved method.

15.

FINAL TEST
Re-check the installation and where necessary clip any pipes and cables securely.
Turn on the gas at the cylinder and at the isolating valve.
Switch on the 12 volt supply.
Ensure that the water container and pump are fitted.

Turn on the taps until air free water flows from the taps. This will indicate that the heater is full of water.

16.

TO USE THE GAS HEATING

1
2.
3.
4.
5.

17.

Ensure that the gas and 12 volt supply are on.

Turn on at the wall switch.
If a green light shows continuously then the heater is working correctly.
Ifgreen and red lights show after approx. 10 seconds, press the OFF button, wait 3 minutes and press the ON button
again.
If green and yellow lights show then the voltage to the control is too low. Recharge the battery (Fig. 17).

ELECTRIC TESTING (GE ONLY)

1
2.
3.

Ensure that the 230 volt supply to the caravan is connected and the Residual Current Circuit Breaker is switched on.
Switch on the 230 volt supply to the heater
Wait to check that the water is warming.

USER'S INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTIONS

THE water heater flue cowl is located on the outside of the caravan and must not be obstructed in any way. During winter

caravanning do not use if the cowl is likely to become blocked with snow.

ALWAYS wait 3 minutes before attempting to re-Iight the heater after switching off or the heater going to fail-safe shutdown.

WATER heaters should be switched off when the caravan is in motion.

THIS water heater does not contain asbestos or asbestos related products.

ANNUAL SERVICE -as with all gas appliances it is recommended that this heater be serviced annually be a Carver approved

dealer only.

FROST and sterilising - see separate note.

I! you have any problems With this water heater, seek the advice of your nearest Carver approved dealer

The heater must not be used on gas when the vehicle is in an enclosed areas such as a garage, workshop orwhen re-fuelling.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Cascade Rapide and Rapide GE are storage water heaters with a 9 litre or 6 litre capacity.

The heater is installed through the wall ofthe caravan with only the flue cowl visible. All the gas operational parts are contained

within a single module which can easily be removed by a competent gas fitter from the outside of the caravan.

Control of the gas operation of the Cascade Rapide and Rapide GE is made from the wall mounted remote controller inside

the caravan. The lights on this controller do not show that mains electricity is being used.

The Cascade Raplde GE requires the use of mains electricity, which can be used as an alternative to the gas operation or

used with the gas to facilitate a faster warm-up.

The immersion element can be used on 230 volt 50 Hz and is rated at 830 W. The mains operation should be via a double

pole switched outlet with a contact gap of at least 3mm in each pole fused at 5 amp. The heater MUST be earthed.

The thermostat for the mains electric and gas operation is not adjustable and is set to give a water temperature of

approximately 70'C.

Two safety features are included on the Cascade Rapide and Rapide GE, these being:
1
A pressure relief valve which opens if the internal pressure exceeds 3 bar and closes when the pressure drops.
2.
A fusible plug located behind the cowl. If the temperature rises too high, this plug melts and sprays water onto the
burner, thus causing the heater to close down.
The Cascade Rapide GE, in addition to the above safety features, incorporates a resettable high limit thermostat. (This is
the red button on the rear of the heater, beneath protective cover, To reset, push the button.)
GAS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Cascade Rapide and Cascade Rapide GE

a.
b.
2.
a.
b.
3.
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4.
a.
b.
c.

Before switching on
Ensure that the gas is turned on and that the system is full of water, i.e. water flows from the hot taps.
Check that the 12 volt supply is connected and switched on. DO NOT use a battery charger as the only source of
supply.
To light the heater
Press the ON button
A continuous green light indicates that the heater is working satisfactorily.
To switch the heater off
Press the OFF button
The lights indicate
GREEN. The heater is working satisfactorily.
GREEN and YELLOW. The DC voltage is below the 10.5 volts that IS required to operate the heater Recharge the
battery.
GREEN and RED. The heater has failed to ignite or the heater has gone to safety shutdown. This is usually due to
failure of the gas supply or air in the system after fitting a new cylinder Switch the heater off and WAIT THREE
MINUTES before attempting to re-light the heater If air in the gas system is the problem, several attempts may be
necessary before the heater ignites.

MAINS ELECTRICITY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Cascade Rapide GE

Ensure that the caravan is connected to the site mains and the supply is adequate. (The immersion heater uses approx.

3.75 amps.)

2.
3.

a.
b.

To switch on

Switch on the isolation switch. If it is the illuminated type, the light should indicate that the heater is working.

Thermostat

The thermostat cannot be adjusted and is pre-set to approx. 70C.

Over Temperature
Important
If the mains electrical supply to the heater is switched on but the heater is not working, the over temperature thermostat
may have operated. This can be due to:
No water in the tank. Always check that the tank is full of water before switching on.
Failure of the normal operating thermostat. Manually reset the over temperature thermostat (Fig 8 item C) by
pressing the button in the centre of the electrical connection box. This is done after loosening the retaining screw
(Fig. 19) and sliding the protective cover to one side. When reset, return the cover and tighten the screw. It the
operating thermostat has failed the over temperature thermostat will again trip out, If this occurs, DO NOT USE
THE IMMERSION HEATER AND CONSULT YOUR CARAVAN DEALER.

FROST PRECAUTIONS
When the caravan is stored during the winter, it MUST be drained down to prevent frost damage.
TO FAST DRAIN THE HEATER ONLY, PROCEED AS FOLLOWS:

1
Park the caravan on level ground.

2.
Ensure that the gas and electricity are turned off.

3.
Open all hot and cold taps and shower heads, if fitted.

4.
Remove drain plug and store in a safe place in the caravan (i.e. kitchen sink).

5.
Using a flat bladed screwdriver, turn the fast drain 90C .

The water system will now drain - this is likely to take 5 minutes.

Remember that at least 6 litres of water should drain from the heater.

At the start of the season insert the drain plug and sterilise the system by using an approved sterilising fluid. DO NOT USE

DOMESTIC BLEACH OR SODIUM METASULPHIDE.

(If a Carver Crystal Water system is fitted, remove the filter and refit only the end cap of the filter, as the carbon filter reduces

the effectiveness of the sterilising agent. It is recommended to fit a new filter at the start of the season.)

WARRANTY CONDITIONS
The unit is covered by 2 year's guarantee from the date of purchase of the appliance or the registration date of

the vehicle in which it is installed.

The guarantee is liable for all manufacturing faults and defective components.

We strongly advise that all repairs on the unit are carried out by our authorised Service Centres.

Important

The guarantee does not cover installation errors, tampering or damage caused by frost.

FAULT TRACING GUIDE

GAS OPERATION
Primary Symptom
When switching on from
cold, no indicator lights come
on

Cause
No power at wallswitch
Reversed power supply

When switching on from

cold, green light comes on,
burner fails to Iioht
When switching on from
cold, green and yellow lights
come on
When switching on, green
and Red lights come on

Power not reaching heater

Cure
Check wire connections
Check polarity of connection
from caravan wiring to
wallswitch
Correct polarity and replace
fuse
Check wiring from wallswitch
to heater for dis-connection

Voltage below 10.5v

Charge battery

No gas or air in supply line

Purge by switching on
several limes or change gas
bottle
Charge battery

Yellow light comes on when

pump is operated
Red light comes on and after
30-40mins, water and steam

Voltage near 10.5v

Fusible plug blown

Replace module and fusible

plug

Secondary Symptom
Occasional operation of red
liqht (Iock-oul)
Water coming from cowl

Cause
Incorrect gas pressure

Cure
Check regulator or change
gas bottle
Check pump pressure for
high value

Continuous water flow from

cowl when pump is operated
Isolating switch indicator light
not aliqht

Pressure relief valve

operating on temperature
rise
No drain plug
Fast drain open
No power

Replace drain plug or close

fast drain
Check fuse or RCD for open
circuit

MAINS ELECTRICAL OPERATION

Mains immersion heater
does not operate

No power
Re-set trip operated

Check supply fuse or RCD

No water, fill and re-set (if
operates again seek service
attention