UNVENTED STAINLESS STEEL CYLINDERS

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1 Hot Water Energy Storage UNVENTED STAINLESS STEEL CYLINDERS RELIABLE HOT WATER THROUGHOUT THE HOME THE HOT WATER PEOPLE NEW ULTRASTEEL PLUS CYLINDERS EATURING BUILT-IN EXPANSION SPACE! SEE PAGE 4

2 Hot Water Energy Storage THE HOT WATER PEOPLE Providing practical hot water solutions for the refurbishment and retrofit market HOT WATER CYLINDERS ROM KINGSPAN ALBION or over 60 years, Kingspan Albion has been designing and manufacturing products that store and deliver consistently reliable hot water throughout people s homes. Our unvented hot water cylinders have continued to meet the evolving and demanding hot water needs of the UK homes. ollowing ongoing investment in research and development, the Kingspan Albion Ultrasteel cylinder was launched in 2008, and the latest addition to the range is the Ultrasteel Plus. All Kingspan Albion cylinders are known for their outstanding reliability and straight forward functionality. Our commitment to quality and standards is demonstrated by our BS EN ISO 9001:2008 accreditation. With a simple maintenance schedule, they will reliably store and generate hot water for years to come. Kingspan Albion has been part of the Kingspan Group PLC since As well as the high level of customer service you d expect, we offer a technical specialist helpline giving confidence that we can support you over the lifetime of your product and beyond. This brochure includes information about when to use a hot water cylinder, the features and technical specifications of the Albion Ultrasteel and Ultrasteel Plus ranges, how to choose and install the right sized cylinder for the job, and details of the high-grade materials used in every Kingspan Albion unvented hot water cylinder. CONTENTS Hot Water Cylinders from Kingspan Albion 2 When to Use Hot Water Cylinders 3 Built-in Thermal Expansion Space 4 Introducing Ultrasteel Plus 5 Technical Data - Ultrasteel Plus 6 Direct, Indirect and Solar Indirect Cylinders Introducing Ultrasteel 9 Technical Data - Ultrasteel 10 Direct, Indirect and Solar Indirect Cylinders Ultrasteel Plus & Ultrasteel Kits 12 Choosing the Right Cylinder 13 Installing Ultrasteel Plus and 14 Ultrasteel Cylinders Standards and Specifications 15 2

3 KINGSPAN ALBION RELIABLE HOT WATER CYLINDERS WHEN TO USE HOT WATER CYLINDERS IT S MORE OTEN THAN YOU MIGHT THINK! QUALITY We use high-grade duplex stainless steel to ensure Ultrasteel Plus and Ultrasteel cylinders are resistant to corrosion. That means we can back every Ultrasteel Plus and Ultrasteel cylinder with a 25-year guarantee*, with a 2-year guarantee* on parts supplied. Is this hot water system capable of meeting the demands it could face? That s the crucial question you can ask yourself when working with your customers on adaptations, retrofits and extensions to their home. If the answer is no, it s an opportunity for you to upgrade your customer to an unvented hot water cylinder. Whilst combi boilers are just the job for smaller homes with only one bathroom, they can be left flagging when using more than one hot water outlet at the same time. If your customer is adding a bathroom, building an extension for a new utility room or a workshop with hot water, it could be time to consider adding an element of stored hot water to the system. It s no good installing the most luxurious en-suite shower or beautiful new bathroom if your customer is left disappointed because the bath takes forever to fill or the shower becomes a trickle as soon as someone turns on the kitchen sink tap. That s where hot water cylinders are the best product for the job. Whether it s in a home with one bathroom and an en-suite, or in a multiple-occupancy home with four or five bathrooms, they can handle hot water being used simultaneously in multiple places throughout the home. or more information on which size of cylinder best suits a home s hot water needs, see page 13. KINGSPAN ALBION UNVENTED HOT WATER CYLINDERS The Kingspan Albion series of hot water cylinders comprises two ranges Ultrasteel Plus and Ultrasteel. The NEW Ultrasteel Plus series has the thermal expansion space built-in. This results in simpler installation, maintenance, and makes the most efficient use of a customer's airing cupboard or loft space. The Ultrasteel is our original and trusted range, with a separate thermal expansion vessel. Both the Ultrasteel Plus and the Ultrasteel have three models which can be selected depending on the type of heat source required Direct, Indirect and Solar Indirect. UNCTIONALITY Kingspan Albion cylinders are known for their high build quality, fast flow rates and energy-efficient insulation. The sleek looks of the Ultrasteel Plus and the Ultrasteel make them winners for both practicality and style. RELIABILITY Every Kingspan Albion Ultrasteel Plus and Ultrasteel cylinder is individually pressure-tested up to 15 bar ensuring it s mechanically strong and watertight. * See installation instructions for full terms and conditions 3

4 Hot Water Energy Storage ULTRASTEEL PLUS BUILT-IN THERMAL EXPANSION SPACE HASSLE REE INSTALLATION AND SETUP UNCTIONAL & PRACTICAL MEETING YOUR EVERYDAY NEEDS When the water is cold When the water is hot No need for an external expansion vessel, saving an average 2m of 22mm copper tube per installation Quicker, simpler to fit; save up to 20 minutes on a typical retrofit installation Improved reliability for a reduced risk of call back 4

5 KINGSPAN ALBION RELIABLE HOT WATER CYLINDERS THE HOT WATER PEOPLE INTRODUCING ULTRASTEEL PLUS The latest addition to the Kingspan Albion portfolio, the Ultrasteel Plus takes all the best practical features of the popular Ultrasteel and adds extra functionality to make homeowners and installers' lives even easier. With built-in thermal expansion rather than a separate thermal expansion vessel annual maintenance of the Ultrasteel Plus has the ultimate no hassle factor. Incorporating thermal expansion capabilities into the cylinder itself saves precious airing cupboard space. The outlet on the Ultrasteel Plus is on the side rather than on the top of the unit which means a homeowner can install shelving above the cylinder. It also gives easier access for installation and maintanance. The Ultrasteel Plus provides all the features that make its sister product, the Ultrasteel, so popular with installers high build quality including duplex stainless steel, fast flow rates, quick recovery coils and energy-efficient insulation. Key eatures: Built-in thermal expansion saves space and aids annual maintenance Mains pressure hot water (regulated up to 3 bar) for powerful showers High flow rates for fast filling of baths, ideal for multiple bathrooms Well insulated economical to run with low heat loss Low reheat times for fast availability of hot water Duplex stainless steel basic vessel with superior corrosion resistance and aesthetically pleasing outer case Available in capacities from litres With a choice of three models available for Direct, Indirect or Solar Indirect heat sources, Ultrasteel Plus is an ideal option for every homeowner, regardless of their current heating system. 5

6 Hot Water Energy Storage TECHNICAL DATA ULTRASTEEL PLUS DIRECT CYLINDERS Ultrasteel Plus Direct cylinders heat quickly and directly through the 3kW electric immersion heater. All models feature a back-up immersion heater, which can also act as a boost or secondary heat source. Always isolate from the electricity supply before working on the product. DIRECT CYLINDERS Code Heat-up Time (Minutes) Immersion Heaters (3kW) B E AUX AUX AUX AUXD AUXD AUXD C2 INDIRECT CYLINDERS Ultrasteel Plus Indirect cylinders heat up rapidly through the connection of the primary heating coil to a gas or oil boiler. They also feature a back-up immersion heater, which can act as a boost or secondary heat source. C1 A Code Heat-up Time (Minutes) Coil Rating (kw) Immersion Heaters (3kW) AUXN AUXN AUXN AUXN AUXN AUXN CONNECTIONS: A 22mm Cold feed with dip pipe to diffuser in bottom of cylinder B 22m Hot water outlet SOLAR INDIRECT CYLINDERS Designed with two indirect heating coils. The primary coil connects to a solar thermal system and the secondary coil to a gas or oil boiler, which provides heat when there is insufficient input from the solar heat source. They also feature a back-up immersion heater. Code Designated Solar Volume (L) ossil uel Volume (L) Immersion Heaters (3kW) Surface Area Solar Coil (m2) luid Content Solar Coil (L) AUXSN AUXSN AUXSN AUXSN C1 Immersion heater* C2 Secondary immersion heater* - Direct cylinders and 250 & 300 litre Indirect cylinders only 22mm Boiler coil connections D2 22mm Solar coil connections E 1 2 " Temperature relief valve connection (valve factory-fitted to cylinder) 22mm Secondary return for cylinders with a capacity of 210 litres and above only G1 Dry stat pocket solar control G2 Dry stat pocket high limit 6

7 KINGSPAN ALBION RELIABLE HOT WATER CYLINDERS THE HOT WATER PEOPLE INDIRECT CYLINDERS SOLAR INDIRECT CYLINDERS G2 B E B E C2 C1 C1 A G1 A D2 D2 Boss centre from floor ErP Cylinder type and Code Capacity (Litres) Height Dia. A B C1* C2* D2 E G1 G2 Rating Standing Loss, (W) Load Profile Efficiency kwh/ year AUX n/a n/a 619 n/a n/a n/a D n/a M 33% 1490 AUX n/a n/a 805 n/a n/a n/a D n/a L 36% 2781 DIRECT AUX n/a n/a 989 n/a n/a n/a D n/a L 35% 2832 AUXD n/a n/a n/a n/a D n/a L 34% 2876 AUXD n/a n/a n/a n/a D n/a XL 36% 4548 AUXD n/a n/a n/a n/a D n/a XL 36% 4567 AUXN n/a 315 n/a 619 n/a n/a n/a B 49 n/a n/a n/a AUXN n/a 345 n/a 805 n/a n/a n/a B 52 n/a n/a n/a INDIRECT AUXN n/a 375 n/a 989 n/a n/a n/a C 65 n/a n/a n/a AUXN n/a 375 n/a n/a n/a C 76 n/a n/a n/a AUXN n/a n/a n/a C 87 n/a n/a n/a AUXN n/a n/a n/a C 91 n/a n/a n/a SOLAR INDIRECT AUXSN n/a n/a C 65 n/a n/a n/a AUXSN n/a C 76 n/a n/a n/a AUXSN n/a C 87 n/a n/a n/a AUXSN n/a C 91 n/a n/a n/a * Not to be used as the primary heat source on indirect or solar indirect cylinders 7

8 Hot Water Energy Storage ULTRASTEEL PLUS AND ULTRASTEEL PROVIDING PEACE O MIND BRITISH MANUACTURED AND INDIVIDUALLY PRESSURE TESTED TO 15 BAR 8

9 KINGSPAN ALBION RELIABLE HOT WATER CYLINDERS THE HOT WATER PEOPLE INTRODUCING ULTRASTEEL The practical Ultrasteel series has been one of Kingspan Albion s most popular stainless steel unvented hot water cylinders since its launch in Made from high-grade engineering materials such as duplex stainless steel and tried and tested components such as valves, control sets and thermostats, the Ultrasteel s functional features strike the perfect balance for installers and homeowners between reliability, aesthetics and good value. Quick recovery coils mean homeowners have low reheat times for the fast availability of hot water. High flow rates are perfect for multiple bathrooms and energy-efficient insulation keeps running costs low. Key eatures: Mains pressure hot water (regulated up to 3 bar) for powerful showers Good flow rates for fast filling of baths, ideal for multiple bathrooms Well insulated economical to run with low heat loss Low reheat times for fast availability of hot water Duplex stainless steel basic vessel with superior corrosion resistance and aesthetically pleasing outer case Available in capacities from litres With a choice of three models available for Direct, Indirect or Solar Indirect heat sources homeowners can choose the model that suits them, regardless of their current heating system. 9

10 Hot Water Energy Storage TECHNICAL DATA ULTRASTEEL DIRECT CYLINDERS Ultrasteel Direct cylinders heat quickly and directly through the built-in 3kW electric immersion heater. All models feature a back-up immersion heater, which can also act as a boost or secondary heat source. Always isolate from the electricity supply before working on the product. B DIRECT CYLINDERS Code Heat-up Time (Minutes) Immersion Heaters (3kW) E AUX AUX AUX AUXD AUXD AUXD C2 INDIRECT CYLINDERS Ultrasteel Indirect cylinders heat up rapidly through the connection of the primary heating coil to a gas or oil boiler. They also feature a back-up immersion heater, which can act as a boost or secondary heat source. C1 A Code Heat-up Time (Minutes) Coil Rating (kw) Immersion Heaters (3kW) AUN AUN AUN AUN AUN AUN CONNECTIONS: A 22mm Cold feed with deflector in bottom of cylinder B 22m Hot water outlet SOLAR INDIRECT CYLINDERS Designed with two indirect heating coils. The primary coil connects to a solar thermal system, and the secondary coil to a gas or oil boiler, which provides heat when there is insufficient input from the solar heat source.at source. They also feature a back-up immersion heater. Code Designated Solar Volume (L) ossil uel Volume (L) Immersion Heaters (3kW) Surface Area Solar Coil (m2) luid Content Solar Coil (L) AUSN AUSN AUSN AUSN C1 Immersion heater* C2 Secondary immersion heater* - Direct cylinders and 250 & 300 litre Indirect cylinders only 22mm Boiler coil connections D2 22mm Solar coil connections E 1 2 " Temperature relief valve connection (valve factory-fitted to all cylinder). High limit dry stat pocket on solar models. 22mm Secondary return for cylinders with a capacity of 210 litres and above only G1 Dry stat pocket boiler G2 Dry stat pocket solar control 10

11 KINGSPAN ALBION RELIABLE HOT WATER CYLINDERS THE HOT WATER PEOPLE INDIRECT CYLINDERS SOLAR INDIRECT CYLINDERS B B E E E G1 C2 G1 C1 G2 C1 D2 D2 A A Boss centre from floor ErP Cylinder type and Code Capacity (Litres) Height Dia. A B C1* C2* D2 E G1 G2 Rating Standing Loss, (W) Load Profile Efficiency kwh/ year AU n/a n/a 707 n/a n/a n/a D n/a M AU n/a n/a 894 n/a n/a n/a D n/a M DIRECT AU n/a n/a 1082 n/a n/a n/a D n/a L AUD n/a n/a n/a n/a D n/a L AUD n/a n/a n/a n/a D n/a L AUD n/a n/a n/a n/a D n/a XL AUI n/a 291 n/a 709 n/a 361 n/a B 44 n/a n/a n/a AUI n/a 331 n/a 896 n/a 401 n/a B 51 n/a n/a n/a INDIRECT AUI n/a 331 n/a 1084 n/a 401 n/a B 55 n/a n/a n/a AUI n/a 366 n/a n/a C 66 n/a n/a n/a AUI n/a n/a C 77 n/a n/a n/a AUI n/a n/a C 88 n/a n/a n/a SOLAR INDIRECT AUSI n/a n/a B 55 n/a n/a n/a AUSI n/a C 66 n/a n/a n/a AUSI n/a C 77 n/a n/a n/a AUSI n/a C 88 n/a n/a n/a * Not to be used as the primary heat source on indirect or solar indirect cylinders 11

12 Hot Water Energy Storage ITTINGS INCLUDED AS STANDARD ULTRASTEEL AND ULTRASTEEL PLUS CYLINDERS ARE SUPPLIED COMPLETE WITH ALL THE ITTINGS YOU NEED Expansion Vessel Thermostatic Control Immersion Heater Two-port Valve Tundish Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve High low Rate Inlet Control Set ULTRASTEEL PLUS Built-in thermal expansion space; no vessel required Intergrated into immersion heater and pre-fitted to cylinder 3 kw Incoloy long life High quality Honeywell valve 1 2 " BSP 10 Bar / 90 C ULTRASTEEL 12 Litre vessel on 120 & 150 litre cylinders 19 Litre vessel on 180 to 250 litre cylinders 24 Litre vessel on 300 litre cylinders Dual Thermostat 3 kw Incoloy long life High quality Honeywell valve 1 2 " NPT 7 Bar / 90 C ittings supplied with Ultrasteel Plus and Ultrasteel Cylinders Direct Models (electric) Indirect Models Solar Indirect Models Ultrasteel Plus Ultrasteel Ultrasteel Plus Ultrasteel Ultrasteel Plus Ultrasteel INLET CONTROL SET X X X X X X TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE RELIE VALVE X X X X X X 15MM / 22MM TUNDISH X X X X X X EXPANSION VESSEL X X X PRIMARY 3KW IMMERSION HEATER X X X X X X SECONDARY 3KW IMMERSION HEATERS 250 & 300 litre units 250 & 300 litre units 250 & 300 litre units 250 & 300 litre units X X 1 X TWO-PORT VALVE X X X X X X 1 X DUAL THERMOSTAT X X X 1 X DUAL THERMOSTAT INTERGRATED INTO IMMERSION HEATER X X X 1 X SINGLE HIGH LIMIT STAT X X 2 X SENSOR POCKET RETAINING BUNGS X X INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL AND BENCHMARK LOG X X X X X X 12

13 KINGSPAN ALBION RELIABLE HOT WATER CYLINDERS THE HOT WATER PEOPLE CHOOSING THE RIGHT KINGSPAN ALBION CYLINDER Unvented hot water cylinders can handle hot water being used in multiple places throughout the home simultaneously without loss of temperature or pressure. SELECTING THE RIGHT ULTRASTEEL OR ULTRASTEEL PLUS CYLINDER OR THE JOB Stored hot water is ideal for larger properties but is also suitable for small homes with just one bath/ shower, especially when mains gas is not an option. LOW RATES Ultrasteel Plus and Ultrasteel are renowned for their fast flow rates. The diagrams here illustrate the speed at which hot water can be heated and distributed reliably throughout the home. Hot water demand Bedrooms Indirect cylinder capacity (litres) Direct cylinder capacity (litres) 1 standard bath or shower 1 standard bath 1 bath and en-suite 2 standard baths Bedsit/1 bed bed bed bed bed bed bed bed bed bed bed bathrooms 3-4 bed low rate ltrs/min low rate with just a hot tap open low rate with both hot tap and cold tap open 4-5 bed bed Static Supply Pressure - bar 13

14 Hot Water Energy Storage INSTALLING ULTRASTEEL PLUS AND ULTRASTEEL CYLINDERS Qualified installer All unvented units with a capacity over 15 litres must be installed by a competent installer in line with the following regulations: England and Wales Building Regulations G3 Scotland Technical Standard P3 Northern Ireland Building Regulations P5 Location With no header tanks to consider, Ultrasteel and Ultrasteel Plus units can be sited almost anywhere in the home and supply outlets both above and below its location. With Ultrasteel Plus, the side-mounted hot water outlet gives greater flexibility to the homeowner, as the cylinder can be installed under shelving or other equipment. Water supply An adequate and reliable mains water supply is essential to ensure Albion Ultrasteel and Ultrasteel Plus cylinders deliver the quality and reliable performance you d expect. We recommend a minimum supply pressure of 1.0 bar, with a flow rate of 25 litres/min. Compatible boilers Ultrasteel and Ultrasteel Plus cylinders are compatible with gas, electric or oil fired boilers fitted with an integral control thermostat and cut-out. Any heat source that lacks full thermostatic control cannot typically be connected to unvented systems such as the Ultrasteel or Ultrasteel Plus. This includes most solid fuel boilers e.g. Agas, Rayburns and Stanleys. The primary circuit may be open vented or sealed, operating at up to 7 bar. The primary circuit must be pumped. Connection sizes Hot and cold inlets, coil connections 22mm compression* Safety valves 15mm compression outlet Inlet control set 22mm compressing inlet and outlet Tundish 15mm compression inlet / 22mm compression outlet * This is not a standard 3 4 " BSP thread. Only use the compression nuts supplied with the cylinder. Secondary return A dedicated 22mm secondary return connection is fitted to the 210, 250 and 300 litre cylinders. A swept tee (not supplied) can be used to provide a secondary return on 120, 150 and 180 litre cylinders. Electrical wiring All electrical wiring must comply with the latest IEE wiring regulations. Wire the controls to the boiler/programmer in accordance with the control system used. Albion Ultrasteel and Ultrasteel Plus cylinders can be used with W or S Plan layouts, although an S Plan layout will reduce installation costs as Kingspan already supply one of the two port vales required. Always isolate from the electricity supply before working on the product. Each immersion heater must have a permanent connection via a double-pole linked isolating switch with a minimum rating of 13 amp. Cylinder Weight Always ensure Ultrasteel and Ultrasteel Plus cylinders are installed vertically on a flat surface capable of supporting the weight of a plumbed cylinder when full Cylinder Capacity Weight when full (kg) 120L L L L L L

15 KINGSPAN ALBION RELIABLE HOT WATER CYLINDERS THE HOT WATER PEOPLE STANDARDS AND SPECIICATIONS Materials Ultrasteel and Ultrasteel Plus Inner shell duplex stainless steel Coil 22mm diameter stainless steel Bosses stainless steel Polyurethane CC- and HCC-free foam insulation, nominal thickness 50mm. This insulation has an Ozone Depletion Potential of Zero and a Global Warming Potential of 3.1. Casing galvanized steel, durable finish Anode none fitted/required Immersion heater " BSP parallel threaded head Long life incology sheathed low noise element and thermostat pocket Brazed construction Combined thermostat and safety cut-out Element rating 3kW at 240V A/C Expansion vessel (Ultrasteel cylinders only) 120 & 150 litre units 12 litre vessel 180, 210 and 250 litre units 19 litre vessel 300 litre unit 24 litre vessel Pressure and temperature limits of control settings Ultrasteel Plus Ultrasteel Pressure reducing valve 3 bar 3 bar Expansion relief valve 8 bar 6 bar Pressure and temperature relief valve 10 bar / 90 C 7 bar / 90 C High limit thermostat - in dual thermostat 85 C 85 C High limit thermostat - in immersion heater 85 C 85 C Minimum supply pressure 1 bar 1 bar Minimum flow rate supply 25 litres/min 25 litres/min Maximum supply pressure 12 bar 12 bar Quality systems We are a BSi registered company, whose manufacturing sites are licensed to British Standards quality assurance BE EN ISO 9001: This means all our manufacturing plants are monitored by independent inspectors and our quality systems meet the stringent requirements needed to achieve this standard. Guarantee * The Ultrasteel and Ultrasteel Plus stainless steel inner vessel carries a 25-year guarantee against faulty materials or manufacture. All parts supplied with the cylinder carry a 2-year guarantee. All guarantees must be register at guarantee or by compleating the guarantee card within the installation manual. * or full guarantee Terms & Conditions, please refer to the Guarantee Card within the installation manual. 15

16 Wakefield Office Tadman Street, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, W1 5QU Tel.: ax: KingspanHWSystems We take every care and precaution to ensure that information in this document is accurate at the point of publish but with continuous product development the details given in this document are subject to alteration without notice. RE: Kingspan Albion - Ultrasteel - English - March 2016