Page 5 of 12 Zip Hydroboil - Installation & Operating Instructions - 81447 - April 2013 v1.03SafetyThis appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical sensoryor mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervisionor instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.Please read all installation requirements, installation procedures and precautions before installing anyZip Hydroboil instant boiling water heater.Never attempt to install any Zip Hydroboil instant boiling water heater without reading all of the applicable instructions.Care should be taken to avoid touching the metal body of the tap which can become very hot.In some hard water areas where mineral scale accumulation in the boiling chamber of the Zip Hydroboil may becomea problem, consideration should be given to the maintenance required. A suitable form of water treatment may benecessary.As the installer, it is your responsibility to supply (if necessary) and install all valves as required by local regulations andrelevant standards.The plumbing installation must be done in accordance with local Water Authority regulations and these InstallationInstructions.Read These Warnings First Cont.This appliance must be earthed.If the power cable is damaged it must be repaired only by a qualified technician. To avoid hazards, all installationprocedures must be carried out by a suitably qualified tradesperson. The power cable and power outlet must be in a safevisible position for connection.The power cable must be adequately secured.Do not remove the cover of the heater under any circumstances without first isolating the heater from the power supply.The appliance, its wiring and piping must not be modified in any way.The appliance must be completely filled with water before being switched on.In case of malfunction isolate the power supply immediately. In case of leaks also isolate the water supply. Repairs mustonly be carried out by Zip Heaters (UK) Ltd or an authorised Zip service engineer.LiftingTake care when lifting the Zip Hydroboil unit. Some units may exceed safe lifting limits. If you feel this is beyond yourpersonal capabilities, please seek assistance with the lift. See specifications on page 4 for weights.Operating Conditions:The ambient temperatures this unit should operate within is 5ºC - 50ºC.Frost protection: If this heater is located where ambient air temperature could fall below 5ºC; when the heater is not inuse, do not turn off the appliance electrically. This safeguard will protect the unit from frost damage but does not offerthe same protection to the connecting pipework and fittings.This heater is intended only for indoor use and should never be installed outdoors or be exposed to the elements of nature.This unit must not be positioned in an area that may be cleaned by a water jet. This unit must not be cleaned by a water jet.Cleaning:Hydroboil should only be wiped clean with a damp cloth. Never use abrasive cleaning agents or solvents on anypart of the Hydroboil, particularly the tap.Installation RequirementsBefore installing, ensure that the following are available:a. Sufficient space to position the heater so there is at least 150mm clearance above the heater for service access,65mm to its left and 20mm to its right – the tap outlet usually should be positioned at least 200mm above adraining board or drip tray.