Vaillant EcoTEC Plus 826 Boiler Instruction Manual

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Vaillant EcoTEC Plus 826 Instructions

Here we offer the Vaillant EcoTEC Plus 826 Boiler manual completely free and in English. We have cataloged this manual in the Boilers section on Manualverse, and it has been rated by 1 users with an average rating of 5. If you have any specific questions about Vaillant EcoTEC Plus 826 Boiler, we suggest checking the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section of this manual.


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Vaillant EcoTEC Plus 826 Boiler Specifications

Category Specification
General
Designated Country GB, IE
Permitted Gas Boiler Category II2H3P
CE PIN 0063CU3910
UKCA PIN 0063CU3910
Gas Connection (Boiler Side) 15 mm
Heating Flow/Return Connections (Boiler Side) G 3/4 ″
Domestic Hot/Cold Water Connections (Boiler Side) G 3/4 ″
Expansion Relief Valve Connection 15 mm
Condensate Discharge Hose Connection 19 mm
Air/Flue Pipe Connection 60/100 mm
Heating Expansion Vessel Capacity 10 l
Heating Expansion Vessel Pre-charge Pressure 70 kPa (700 mbar)
Min. Flue Gas Temperature 35 ℃
Max. Flue Gas Temperature 85 ℃
Approved Gas Boiler Types C13, C33, C43, C53
NOx Class 6
Weight with packaging (incl. accessories) 39 kg
Empty Weight of Product 34 kg
Weight Ready for Operation (Filled) 40 kg
G20 Output/Heat Input (Natural Gas)
Gas Connection Pressure, G20 Natural Gas 2.0 kPa (20.0 mbar)
NOx Emission, weighted, G20 (EN 15502-2-1) 33.20 mg/kWh
30% Efficiency, G20 108.8 %
Max. Gas Volume Flow (DHW Generation), G20 2.80 m³/h
Nominal Heat Output Range at 40/30 °C 2.9 to 21.7 kW
Nominal Heat Output Range at 50/30 °C 2.8 to 21.2 kW
Nominal Heat Output Range at 60/40 °C 2.6 to 20.3 kW
Nominal Heat Output Range at 80/60 °C 2.5 to 19.8 kW
Nominal Heat Input Range for Heating (Hi) 2.7 to 20.4 kW
Nominal Heat Input Range for Heating (Hs) 3.0 to 22.6 kW
Min. Flue Gas Mass Flow Rate 1.23 g/s (4.43 kg/h)
Max. Flue Gas Mass Flow Rate 13.26 g/s (47.74 kg/h)
Max. Heat Output for Domestic Hot Water 29.4 kW
Nominal Heat Input for Domestic Hot Water (Hi) 26.5 kW
Nominal Heat Input for Domestic Hot Water (Hs) 29.4 kW
Heating Adjustment Range 2.7 to 20.4 kW
G31 Output/Heat Input (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)
Gas Connection Pressure, G31 LPG 3.7 kPa (37.0 mbar)
NOx Emission, weighted, G31 (EN 15502-2-1) 38.75 mg/kWh
Max. Gas Mass Flow (DHW Generation), G31 2.0 m³/h
Nominal Heat Output Range at 40/30 °C 5.5 to 21.2 kW
Nominal Heat Output Range at 50/30 °C 5.4 to 20.6 kW
Nominal Heat Output Range at 60/40 °C 5.1 to 20.0 kW
Nominal Heat Output Range at 80/60 °C 5.0 to 19.8 kW
Nominal Heat Input Range for Heating (Hi) 5.2 to 20.4 kW
Nominal Heat Input Range for Heating (Hs) 5.7 to 22.2 kW
Min. Flue Gas Mass Flow Rate 2.53 g/s (9.11 kg/h)
Max. Flue Gas Mass Flow Rate 12.66 g/s (45.58 kg/h)
Max. Heat Output for Domestic Hot Water 28.6 kW
Nominal Heat Input for Domestic Hot Water (Hi) 26.2 kW
Nominal Heat Input for Domestic Hot Water (Hs) 28.6 kW
Heating Adjustment Range 5.2 to 20.4 kW
Heating
Max. Flow Temperature 85 ℃
Flow Temperature Adjustment Range (Factory: 75 °C) 30 to 80 ℃
Permissible Operating Pressure, Heating 0.25 MPa (2.50 bar)
Nominal Circulation Water Volume (ΔT = 20 K, 80/60 °C) 878 l/h
Approx. Condensate Rate (pH 3.5-4.0) in 50/30 °C Heating Mode 2.0 l/h
Remaining Pump Head at Nominal Circulation Water Volume 0.025 MPa (0.250 bar)
Domestic Hot Water (DHW)
Start-up Flow Rate 2.0 l/min
Specific Flow Rate D (ΔT = 30 K) (EN 13203-1) 12.4 l/min
Flow Rate (ΔT = 35 K) 10.6 l/min
Permissible Operating Pressure (PMW) 0.95 MPa (9.50 bar)
Required Connection Pressure 0.07 MPa (0.70 bar)
DHW Temperature Adjustment Range 35 to 65 ℃
Flow Rate Limiter 8.7 l/min
Classification (Total Comfort Factor, EN 13203-1) ***
Electrics
Rated Voltage 230 V~
Mains Frequency 50 Hz
Permissible Connected Voltage 190 to 253 V~
Built-in Fuse (Slow-blow) 4 A
Max. Power Consumption in Heating Mode 81.7 W
Max. Power Consumption in Domestic Hot Water Mode 112 W
Electrical Standby Energy Consumption < 2 W
IP Rating IPX5D

Vaillant EcoTEC Plus 826 Boiler Details

The Vaillant EcoTEC Plus 826 is a sophisticated combi boiler (identified by its VUW designation), expertly engineered to provide both sealed heating and domestic hot water (DHW) generation. It features a room-sealed design, meaning it draws combustion air from outside the building. This critical feature helps maintain optimal indoor air quality and enhances overall safety within your home. Its thoughtful, compact design allows for flexible installation, even in rooms with specific regulations like zones 2 or 3 of bathrooms, adhering to stringent UK and Irish wiring and building codes.

This appliance boasts an intuitive user interface, simplifying temperature adjustments for both heating and DHW. The clear display utilizes distinct symbols to indicate operational status, such as burner modulation rate, system pressure, and active heating or DHW modes. For added security, a button lock feature can be activated to prevent unintended changes to settings. The EcoTEC Plus 826 is fully compliant with CE and UKCA markings, ensuring it meets high European and UK regulatory standards for quality and safety.

For enhanced user convenience and energy management, the boiler seamlessly integrates with the Vaillant sensoROOM pure (VRT 50/2) room temperature control. This smart accessory unlocks advanced functionalities, including a programmable heating timer with weekly schedules and a time programme assistant. These features enable users to precisely tailor heating periods to their lifestyle, optimizing energy consumption while ensuring consistent home comfort. The control system also allows for easy activation or deactivation of features like Comfort mode, which provides instant hot water.

At its core, the EcoTEC Plus 826 utilizes Vaillant's innovative Sitherm Pro™ technology for intelligent combustion regulation. This adaptive Siemens optimization system automatically manages the gas-air ratio, eliminating the need for manual O₂ or CO₂ adjustments within the same gas family. This not only simplifies installation but also ensures consistent, efficient, and clean combustion performance. Users can also monitor approximate energy consumption, aiding in tracking system performance and identifying potential areas for optimization.

Safety is paramount with the EcoTEC Plus 826, which incorporates multiple protective features. An advanced overheating safety mechanism, controlled by the boiler's software, initiates a safe shutdown before critical temperatures are reached, easily reset via a dedicated button. The integrated frost protection device automatically activates the pump and, if necessary, the burner, safeguarding the system against freezing in cold conditions. Furthermore, the boiler is designed to detect and respond to a condensate drain blockage, shutting down safely to prevent further issues, with resolution often involving clearing the blockage and performing a simple reset.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can't find the answer you need? Here are some frequently asked questions about the Vaillant EcoTEC Plus 826 Boiler, and we answer them below.


What should I do if I smell gas near my Vaillant EcoTEC Plus 826 Boiler?
Immediately avoid rooms that smell of gas and open doors/windows for ventilation. Do not use naked flames or electrical switches. Close the emergency control valve and gas stopcock on the product if safe. Warn others, leave the building, and alert the police, fire brigade, and gas supply company from outside.

How do I check the heating system pressure on my EcoTEC Plus 826 boiler?
You can check the filling pressure on the basic display (bottom right value or five-stage bar symbol) or in the MENU → INFORMATION → Water pressure: section. A minimum of 1 bar (0.1 MPa) is recommended, with 1.5 bar (0.15 MPa) being a good standard value.

What is the recommended procedure for topping up the heating installation water?
Ensure the system is filled with suitable heating water (not extremely calciferous, corrosive, or chemically contaminated). Connect a double non-return valve filling line to the cold-water isolation valve. Open the isolation valves to allow water into the system, monitoring the pressure until it reaches the desired level (e.g., 1.5 bar). Close valves and disconnect.

How do I switch off the heating mode (summer mode) on my boiler?
If no sensoROOM pure (VRT 50/2) control is connected, press and hold the standby button from the basic display for at least three seconds. If a sensoROOM pure is connected, set the lowest target room temperature on the room temperature control.

What is 'Comfort mode' for domestic hot water, and how do I activate/deactivate it?
Comfort mode keeps domestic hot water generation ready, supplying hot water quickly without a wait. For boilers without a sensoROOM pure, access MAIN MENU → CONTROL → Comfort mode and select On/Off. If a sensoROOM pure is connected, switch warm start (comfort function) on/off at the room control.

How often should my Vaillant EcoTEC Plus 826 boiler be serviced?
An annual inspection by a competent person is essential to ensure permanent readiness, safe operation, reliability, and a long working life. The second year of the guarantee also requires an annual service.

What should I do if a fault code (F.XXX) or limp home mode code (N.XXX) appears on the display?
Refer to the "Troubleshooting" section or the appendix (Fault codes/limp home mode codes) in your manual for specific measures. For fault codes (F.XXX), try pressing and holding the reset button for more than three seconds (max. 3 repetitions). If the fault persists or for limp home mode codes (N.XXX), contact a competent person.

How does the built-in frost protection work?
With gas and electric supplies on, the frost protection device activates the pump when the boiler water falls below 12 °C. If the temperature doesn't rise to 15 °C within 30 minutes, or drops to 5 °C, the burner will activate until it reaches 35 °C, protecting the boiler from freezing.

What is the <code>Sitherm Pro™</code> technology mentioned for this boiler?
Sitherm Pro™ is an intelligent combustion regulation system based on adaptive Siemens combustion optimization. It means the boiler automatically manages the gas-air ratio, making manual O₂ or CO₂ value adjustments unnecessary within the same gas family, ensuring efficient and clean combustion.

Can children operate the Vaillant EcoTEC Plus 826 boiler?
Children aged 8 years and above, and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, can use the product if supervised or instructed on safe use and understanding of hazards. Cleaning and user maintenance must also be supervised. Children must not play with the product.

What are the requirements for heating water quality?
Heating water should not be extremely calciferous or corrosive, or contaminated by chemicals. Unsuitable tap water can damage components. The pH value should be between 8.2 and 10.0. For hard potable water (>15 °dH), softening or stabilization may be necessary, especially for DHW to prevent scale deposition.

How can I temporarily decommission the boiler?
If there's a risk of frost, briefly press the standby button; the display will go out, but frost protection remains active. If there's no frost risk, switch off the product at the fused spur box and close the gas stopcock. For VUW models, also close the cold-water isolation valve.

Where can I find the serial number on my boiler?
The serial numbers are located on the underside of the front panel and on the data plate. The 3rd to 6th digits indicate the production date (year/week), and the 7th to 16th digits provide the product article number.

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