USER GUIDE

ESPRIT ECO
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When replacing any part on this appliance, use only spare parts that you can be assured conform to the safety and performance
specification that we require. Do not use reconditioned or copy parts that have not been clearly authorised by Ideal Boilers.
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July 2018
UIN 212133 A05
 1. INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS The Esprit eco is a combination boiler providing both central
heating and instantaneous domestic hot water. Featuring full
1. Introduction ............................................................... 2 sequence automatic ignition and fan assisted combustion.
Safety.......................................................................... 2 Due to the high efficiency of the boiler, condensate is produced from
Electricity Supply......................................................... 2 the flue gases and this is drained to a suitable disposal point through
Important Notes........................................................... 2 a plastic waste pipe at the base of the boiler. A condensate ‘plume’
will also be visible at the flue terminal.
2. Boiler Operation........................................................ 3
Controls Diagram........................................................ 3
SAFETY
To Start the Boiler........................................................ 3
Current Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations or
Operation Modes......................................................... 3 rules in force.
Preheat Domestic Hot Water....................................... 3 In your own interest, and that of safety, it is the law that this
Control of Water Temperature..................................... 3 boiler must be installed by a Gas Safe Registered Engineer, in
Efficient Heating System Operation............................ 4 accordance with the above regulations.
Weather Compensation............................................... 4 In IE, the installation must be carried out by a Registered Gas Installer
Boiler Frost Protection................................................. 4 (RGII) and installed in accordance with the current edition of I.S. 813
“Domestic Gas Installations”, the current Building Regulations and
Boiler Reset................................................................. 4
reference should be made to the current ETCI rules for electrical
Mains Power Off.......................................................... 4 installation.
3. System Water Pressure............................................ 4
It is essential that the instructions in this booklet are strictly
4. Condensate Drain...................................................... 4 followed, for safe and economical operation of the boiler.
5. General Information.................................................. 5
ELECTRICITY SUPPLY
Boiler Pump................................................................. 5
This appliance must be earthed.
Minimum Clearances................................................... 5 Supply: 230 V ~ 50 Hz. The fusing should be 3A.
Escape of Gas............................................................. 5
Cleaning...................................................................... 5 IMPORTANT NOTES
Maintenance................................................................ 5 • This appliance must not be operated without the casing
6. Mechanical 24 Hour Timer........................................ 5 correctly fitted and forming an adequate seal.
7. Points for the Boiler User......................................... 6
• If the boiler is installed in a compartment then the compartment
Troubleshooting........................................................... 6 MUST NOT be used for storage purposes.
8. Normal Operation Display Codes............................ 7
• If it is known or suspected that a fault exists on the boiler then
9. Fault Codes................................................................ 8 it MUST NOT BE USED until the fault has been corrected by
a Gas Safe Registered Engineer or in IE a Registered Gas
Installer (RGII).

• Under NO circumstances should any of the sealed components

on this appliance be used incorrectly or tampered with.

• This appliance can be used by children 8 years and

above. Also persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
provided they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play
with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance
shall not be made by children without supervision.

All Gas Safe Register installers carry a Gas Safe Register ID card, and have a registration number. Both should be recorded in the
Benchmark Commissioning Checklist. You can check your installer by calling Gas Safe Register direct on 0800 4085500.
Ideal is a member of the Benchmark scheme and fully supports the aims of the programme.
Benchmark has been introduced to improve the standards of installation and commissioning of
central heating systems in the UK and to encourage the regular servicing of all central heating
systems to ensure safety and efficiency.
THE BENCHMARK SERVICE INTERVAL RECORD MUST BE COMPLETED AFTER EACH SERVICE

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2. BOILER OPERATION

Legend
off status burner

A. Mode Knob
e
max

B. Domestic Hot Water / Preheat Knob

C. Central Heating Temperature Knob mode
reset min preheat min max preheat

D. Boiler Status
E. Burner ‘on’ Indicator A B C K D E
F. Domestic Hot Water Preheat on / off indicator 21
20 19 18 17
F
16

G. Timer

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I 0

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23

14 13 12 1
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H. Pressure Gauge Esprit eco

1
2
3

1
J. Condensate Drain

10
4
5 9
6 7 8

K. Central Heating Economy Setting G

TO START THE BOILER PREHEAT - DOMESTIC HOT WATER

Start the boiler as follows: The domestic hot water heat exchanger within the boiler can be
1. Check that the electricity supply to boiler is off. kept preheated to provide faster delivery of hot water at the tap.
2. Set the mode knob (A) to ‘off’. Preheat is enabled when the preheat indicator (F) is lit. To switch
preheat on or off, move the domestic hot water preheat knob (B)
3. Set the Domestic Hot Water temperature knob (B) and Central
full clockwise and then return it to the required domestic hot water
Heating temperature knob (C) to ‘max’.
temperature setting.
4. Ensure that all hot water taps are turned off.
The boiler will operate periodically for a few seconds to maintain
5. Switch on electricity to the boiler and check that all external the domestic hot water heat exchanger in a preheated condition.
controls, e.g. timer and room thermostat, are on. The average time period between operation is 90 minutes. This
7. Set the mode knob (A) to ‘ ’ (winter). may vary considerably due to the surrounding ambient temperature
The boiler will commence ignition sequence, supplying heat to the of the boiler. The boiler will operate whenever there is a demand
central heating, if required. for domestic hot water.
Note. In normal operation the boiler status display (D) will show codes: If standard hot water delivery is satisfactory turn the knob (A) to
‘preheat off’.
Standby - no demand for heat.
Central Heating being supplied
CONTROL OF WATER TEMPERATURE
Domestic hot water being supplied
Domestic Hot Water
Domestic hot water preheat
The domestic hot water temperature is limited by the boiler
Boiler frost protection - boiler will fire if temperature is below 5ºC. controls to a maximum temperature of 64ºC, adjustable via the
During normal operation the burner on indicator (E) will remain domestic hot water temperature knob (B).
illuminated when the burner is lit. Approximate temperatures for domestic hot water:
Note: If the boiler fails to light after five attempts the fault code
Knob Setting Hot Water Temperature (approx.)
will be displayed (refer to Fault Code page).
Minimum 40ºC (104ºF)
OPERATION MODES Maximum 64ºC (147ºF)
Winter Conditions - (Central Heating and Domestic Hot Water required) Due to system variations and seasonal temperature fluctuations
domestic hot water flow rates/temperature rise will vary, requiring
Set the mode knob (A) ‘ ’ (winter).
adjustment at the tap : the lower the flow rate the higher the
The boiler will fire and supply heat to the radiators but will give temperature, and vice versa.
priority to domestic hot water on demand.
Central Heating
The domestic hot water preheat will operate if preheat is enabled
(shown by indicator light (F)). The boiler controls the central heating radiator temperature to a
maximum of 80oC, adjustable via the central heating temperature
Summer Conditions - (Domestic Hot Water only required) knob (C).
Set the mode knob (A) to ‘ ’ (summer). Approximate temperatures for central heating:
Set the central heating demand on the external controls to OFF.
The domestic hot water preheat will operate if preheat is enabled Knob Setting Central Heating Radiator Temperature (approx.)
(shown by indicator light (F)). Minimum 45ºC (113ºF)
Maximum 80ºC (176ºF)
Boiler Off
Set the mode knob (A) to ‘off’. The boiler mains power supply For economy setting ‘ ’ refer to Efficient Heating System
must be left on to enable frost protection (see Frost Protection). Operation.

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EFFICIENT HEATING SYSTEM OPERATION 3. SYSTEM WATER PRESSURE
The boiler is a high efficiency, condensing appliance which will The system pressure gauge (H - see
automatically adjust its output to match the demand for heat. page 3) indicates the central heating
Therefore gas consumption is reduced as the heat demand is system pressure. If the pressure is seen
reduced. to fall below the original installation
The boiler condenses water from the flue gases when operating pressure of 1-2 bar over a period of
most efficiently. To operate your boiler efficiently (using less gas) time and continue to fall then a water
turn the central heating temperature knob (C) to the ‘ ‘ position leak may be indicated. In this event re-
or lower. In winter periods it may be necessary to turn the knob pressurise the system. If unable to do so or if the pressure
towards the ‘max’ position to meet heating requirements. This will continues to drop a Gas Safe Registered Engineer or in IE a
depend on the house and radiators used. Registered Gas Installer (RGII) should be consulted.
Reducing the room thermostat setting by 1ºC can reduce gas THE BOILER WILL NOT OPERATE IF THE PRESSURE
consumption by up to 10%. HAS REDUCED TO LESS THAN 0.3 BAR UNDER THIS
CONDITION.
WEATHER COMPENSATION
When the Weather Compensation option is fitted to the system then
the central heating temperature knob (C) becomes a method of
controlling room temperature. Turn the knob clockwise to increase 4. CONDENSATE DRAIN
room temperature and anti-clockwise to decrease room temperature.
This appliance is fitted with a siphonic condensate trap
Once the desired setting has been achieved, leave the knob in this
system that reduces the risk of the appliance condensate
position and the system will automatically achieve the desired room
from freezing. However should the condensate pipe to this
temperature for all outside weather conditions.
appliance freeze, please follow these instructions:
BOILER FROST PROTECTION a. If you do not feel competent to carry out the defrosting
The boiler is fitted with frost protection that operates in all modes, instructions below please call your local Gas Safe
provided the power supply to the boiler is always turned on. If Registered installer for assistance.
the water in the boiler falls below 5ºC, the frost protection will b. If you do feel competent to carry out the following instructions
activate and run the boiler to avoid freezing. The process does not please do so with care when handling hot utensils. Do not
guarantee that all other parts of the system will be protected. attempt to thaw pipework above ground level.
If a system frost thermostat has been installed, the boiler must be If this appliance develops a blockage in its condensate pipe,
set in winter mode, ‘ ’, for the system frost protection to run. its condensate will build up to a point where it will make a
gurgling noise prior to locking out an “L2” fault code. If the
If no system frost protection is provided and frost is likely during a appliance is restarted it will make a gurgling noise prior to it
short absence from home it is recommended to leave the system locking out on a failed ignition “L2” code.
heating controls or built in programmer (if fitted) switched on and
run at a reduced temperature setting. For longer periods, the entire To unblock a frozen condensate pipe;
system should be drained. 1. Follow the routing of the plastic pipe from its exit point on
the appliance, through its route to its termination point.
BOILER RESET
Locate the frozen blockage. It is likely that the pipe is
To reset the boiler, when directed in the listed fault codes frozen at the most exposed point external to the building
(see section 9), turn the mode knob (A) to ‘reset’ position and or where there is some obstruction to flow. This could be
IMMEDIATELY turn knob back to required setting. The boiler will at the open end of the pipe, at a bend or elbow, or where
repeat its ignition sequence. If the boiler still fails to start consult a there is a dip in the pipe in which condensate can collect.
Gas Safe Registered Engineer or in IE a Registered Gas Installer The location of the blockage should be identified as
(RGII). closely as possible before taking further action.
MAINS POWER OFF 2. Apply a hot water bottle, microwaveable heat pack or a
To remove all power to the boiler the mains power switch must be warm damp cloth to the frozen blockage area. Several
turned off. applications may have to be made before it fully defrosts.
Warm water can also be poured onto the pipe from a
watering can or similar. DO NOT use boiling water.
3. Caution when using warm water as this may freeze and
cause other localised hazards.
4. Once the blockage is removed and the condensate can flow
freely, reset the appliance. (Refer to “To Light the boiler”)
5. If the appliance fails to ignite, call your Gas Safe
Registered engineer.
Preventative solutions
During cold weather, set the central heating temperature knob
(C) to maximum, (Must return to original setting once cold
spell is over).
Place the heating on continuous and turn the room
thermostat down to 15ºC overnight or when unoccupied.
(Return to normal after cold spell).

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5. GENERAL INFORMATION 6. MECHANICAL 24 HOUR TIMER
BOILER PUMP
The boiler pump will operate briefly as a self-check once every 24 Align current
hours, regardless of system demand. time to arrow

MINIMUM CLEARANCES Timed Manual ON

1
Clearance of 165mm (6 /2”) above, 100mm (4”) below, 2.5mm Time & Control
(91/8”) at the sides and 450mm (17 3/4”) at the front of the boiler Manual OFF
Indicator
casing must be allowed for servicing.
2 1 24 ON
Bottom Clearance 3 23
PERIOD
Bottom clearance after installation can be reduced to 5mm

22
4

21
5
This must be obtained with an easily removable panel, to enable
the system pressure gauge to be visible and to provide the 100mm

20
6
clearance required for servicing.

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7

18
8
ESCAPE OF GAS

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9
Should a gas leak or fault be suspected contact the National Gas

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Emergency Service without delay. Telephone 0800 111 999. 11
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Ensure that;
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- All naked flames are extinguished ON

- Do not operate electrical switches PERIOD
- Open all windows and doors

CLEANING SETTING UP
For normal cleaning simply dust with a dry cloth. To remove stubborn The outer dial should be set to the current time. Rotate the dial
marks and stains, wipe with a damp cloth and finish off with a dry slowly in a clockwise direction, until the correct hour is aligned with
cloth. DO NOT use abrasive cleaning materials. the arrow printed on the dial.
Note that the outer dial is printed with the 24hr clock e.g. 8.00am
MAINTENANCE = 8 on the dial, 8.00pm = 20 on the dial.
The appliance should be serviced at least once a year by a Gas
Do not attempt to rotate the dial in an anti-clockwise direction.
Safe Registered Engineer or in IE a Registered Gas Installer
(RGII).
PROGRAMMING SWITCHING TIMES
Set tappets to outer edge for ON periods and set tappets to inner
edge for OFF periods.
The example shown has been set with 2 on periods.
ON at 9.00am. OFF at 1.00pm. (13 hours)
ON at 6.00pm. (18 hours) OFF at 10.00pm (22 hours)

Manual Switch Operation

To set the timer for timed operation move the switch to the
“TIMED” position.
To set the timer to be continuously on, move the switch to the
“MANUAL ON” position.
To set the timer to be continuously off, move the switch to the
“MANUAL OFF” position.

Note. If boiler does not light when in “timed on” or “manual on”
position, increase temperature on room stat.

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7. POINTS FOR THE BOILER USER

Note. In line with our current warranty policy we would ask that you check through the following guide to identify any
problems external to the boiler prior to requesting a service engineers visit. Should the problem be found to be other
than with the appliance we reserve the right to levy a charge for the visit, or for any pre-arranged visit where access is
not gained by the engineer.

TROUBLESHOOTING

NO HOT WATER NO CENTRAL HEATING NO HOT WATER OR

CENTRAL HEATING

Check the mains power is turned Check the mains power is turned
on and ensure mode knob (A) is on and ensure mode knob (A) is Check the mains power is turned
in the summer or winter position in the winter position on and ensure mode knob (A) is
in the winter position

Is water coming out of the hot NO Check the timer is in an “ON”

water tap when turned on? position and the room thermostat Does the boiler have a display
is turned up showing on the front control NO
YES panel?

See boiler “Fault Codes” YES

section. If ‘0’ is displayed then
contact Ideal Customer Services Does the boiler operate and NO See boiler “Operation Modes”
Helpline if your appliance is provide central heating? and “Fault Codes” section
under warranty or a Gas Safe
Registered Engineer, in IE a YES
Registered Gas Installer (RGII),
Check the time settings on the Contact a Gas Safe Registered
if out of warranty
timer are as you require and Engineer or in IE a Registered
adjust if necessary Gas Installer (RGII)

Contact a Gas Safe Registered See boiler “Operation Modes”

Engineer or in IE a Registered and “Fault Codes” section. If “0”
Gas Installer (RGII) is displayed then contact a Gas
Safe Registered Engineer or in
IE a Registered Gas Installer
(RGII)

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 8. NORMAL OPERATION DISPLAY CODES

DISPLAY CODE ON BOILER DESCRIPTION

The boiler is in standby mode awaiting either a central heating call or hot water demand.

The boiler has a call for central heating but the appliance has reached the desired
temperature set on the boiler.

The boiler has a call for hot water but the appliance has reached the desired temperature set on
the boiler.

The boiler is operating in central heating mode.

The boiler is operating in hot water mode.

The boiler is operating in pre heat mode.

The boiler is operating in frost mode.

continued . . . . . .

FOR ANY QUERIES PLEASE RING THE

ESPRIT ECO CONSUMER HELPLINE : 01482 498660
NOTE. BOILER RESET PROCEDURE -
To reset boiler, turn mode control knob to “reset” position and immediately turn knob back to required setting.

continued . . . . . .

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9. FAULT CODES
DISPLAY CODE ON BOILER DESCRIPTION ACTION

BCC Activation Fault Reset the appliance - if the boiler fails to operate then please contact Ideal Boilers (if
under warranty) or alternatively a Gas Safe Registered Engineer if outside of the warranty
period. In IE contact a Registered Gas Installer (RGII).

BCC Fault

Low Water Pressure Check system water pressure is between 1 & 1.5bar on the system pressure gauge (G).
To re-pressurise the system see Section 3. If the boiler still fails to operate then please
contact Ideal Boilers (if under warranty) or alternatively a Gas Safe Registered Engineer if
outside of the warranty period. In IE contact a Registered Gas Installer (RGII).

Flame Loss 1. Check other gas appliances in the house are working to confirm a supply is present in
the property.
2. If other appliances do not work or there are no other appliances, check the gas supply is on
at the meter and/or pre payment meter has credit. If the boiler fails to operate then please
contact Ideal Boilers (if under warranty) or alternatively a Gas Safe Registered Engineer if
outside of the warranty period. In IE contact a Registered Gas Installer (RGII).

Fan Fault Reset the appliance - if the boiler fails to operate then please contact Ideal Boilers (if
under warranty) or alternatively a Gas Safe Registered Engineer if outside of the warranty
period. In IE contact a Registered Gas Installer (RGII).

Flow Thermistor Reset the appliance - if the boiler fails to operate then please contact Ideal Boilers (if
under warranty) or alternatively a Gas Safe Registered Engineer if outside of the warranty
period. In IE contact a Registered Gas Installer (RGII).

Return Thermistor Reset the appliance - if the boiler fails to operate then please contact Ideal Boilers (if
under warranty) or alternatively a Gas Safe Registered Engineer if outside of the warranty
period. In IE contact a Registered Gas Installer (RGII).

Outside Sensor Failure Reset the appliance - if the boiler fails to operate then please contact Ideal Boilers (if
under warranty) or alternatively a Gas Safe Registered Engineer if outside of the warranty
period. In IE contact a Registered Gas Installer (RGII).

Low Mains Voltage Contact a qualified electrician or your electricity provider.

Unconfigured PCB Unconfigured PCB. Please contact Ideal Boilers (if under warranty) or alternatively a Gas
Safe Registered Engineer if outside of the warranty period. In IE contact a Registered
Gas Installer (RGII).

Flow Temperature Overheat Check system water pressure is between 1 & 1.5bar on the system pressure gauge (G).
or No Water Flow To re-pressurise the system see Section 3. If the boiler fails to operate then please contact
Ideal Boilers (if under warranty) or alternatively a Gas Safe Registered Engineer if outside
of the warranty period. In IE contact a Registered Gas Installer (RGII).

Flame Loss 1. Check other gas appliances in the house are working to confirm a supply is present in
the property.
2. If other appliances do not work or there are no other appliances, check the gas supply is on
at the meter and/or pre payment meter has credit. If the boiler fails to operate then please
contact Ideal Boilers (if under warranty) or alternatively a Gas Safe Registered Engineer if
outside of the warranty period. In IE contact a Registered Gas Installer (RGII).

5 Boiler Resets in 15 minutes 1. Turn electrical supply to boiler off and on.
2. If the boiler fails to operate please contact Ideal Boilers (if under warranty) or
alternatively a Gas Safe Registered Engineer if outside of the warranty period. In IE
contact a Registered Gas Installer (RGII).

False Flame Lockout Reset the appliance - if the boiler fails to operate then please contact Ideal Boilers (if
under warranty) or alternatively a Gas Safe Registered Engineer if outside of the warranty
period. In IE contact a Registered Gas Installer (RGII).

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