All Zip units are to be installed by a qualified tradesperson in accordance with manufacturers instructions and AS/NZS 3500 plumbing and AS/NZS 3350 wiring regulations

Location:   The zip hydroboil should be installed over a draining board, or over a work top fitted with a drip tray - tap spout should be no higher than necessary to fill large pots. Minimum tap height above drainng board for on-wall maintenance is 200mm. Leave minimum clearance of 150mm above, 65mm left and 20mm right.

Plumbing:   Designed for direct connection to a potable cold water supply with a minimum pressure of 70kPa and a maximum pressure of 700kPa. A 350kPa pressure reducing valve must be installed if water supply pressure is likely to exceed 700kPa. An Isolating valve should be installed between the water supply and the heater. For concealed plumbing connections, connect inlet and vent pipesfrom the rear via 12.7mm capillary elbows. For exposed plumbing connections, connect inlet and vent pipes from the bottom directly to 12.7mm compression fittings with nuts and olives provided.

Venting:    The vent must discharge to a safe visible position as, under certain conditions, the vent may discharge cold or boiling water and/or steam. The vent pipe outlet must be connected via a tun-dish to a 12.7mm OD copper vent pipe which has a continuos fall, is no more than 3 metres long, and has no more than 3 right angle bends.

Electrical:    To be connected to a 10amp GPO 220V-240V AC power supply. For concealed electrical connection, connect a fixed or flexible cable from the rear directly to the terminal block. External power point and switch should be within 1.5m reach from the unit.

Caution: In some hard water areas where mineral scale accumulation can become a problem, consideration should be given to the maintenance required. A suitable form of water treatment may benecessary.