ZH0030 - Chauffe-eau et ballon d'eau chaude Concept - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Concept
Model	ZH0030
Product Type	Water Heater & Hot Water Tank
Energy Source	Electric
Power Rating	1500 W
Capacity	50 L
Dimensions (H x W x D)	600 x 400 x 400 mm
Weight	15 kg
Voltage	230 V / 50 Hz
Temperature Range	30°C - 75°C
Key Functions	Adjustable thermostat, overheating protection, pressure relief valve, thermal insulation
Safety Features	Overheat cut-off, anti-corrosion anode, safety valve
Maintenance	Annual descaling, check anode rod every 2 years, drain tank if unused
Installation	Wall-mounted, requires professional installation
Spare Parts	Thermostat, heating element, anode rod, safety valve
Warranty	2 years

Frequently Asked Questions - ZH0030 Concept

How do I install the Concept ZH0030 water heater?

Installation should be performed by a qualified professional. Ensure the wall is strong enough to support the weight. Mount the unit using the provided brackets, connect to cold water supply, and wire the electrical connection according to local codes. Refer to the manual for detailed installation steps.

What is the energy efficiency class of this water heater?

The Concept ZH0030 typically has an energy efficiency class of B or C, depending on the model variant. It features thermal insulation to reduce heat loss and adjustable thermostat for optimal energy use.

How do I adjust the temperature on the ZH0030?

Locate the thermostat dial on the front panel. Turn it to your desired temperature, typically between 30°C and 75°C. For energy savings, a setting of 50°C is recommended to prevent scalding and reduce energy consumption.

How often should I descale my water heater?

Descaling is recommended every 12 months, especially in areas with hard water. Use a descaling solution suitable for electric water heaters. Follow the maintenance instructions in the manual to avoid damage.

What does the safety valve do?

The safety valve releases excess pressure to prevent tank rupture. It is a critical safety feature. Test it periodically by lifting the lever briefly; water should flow out. If it does not, contact a technician immediately.

Why is the water not heating?

Check the power supply and circuit breaker. The thermostat may be set too low, or the heating element could be faulty. Also inspect the reset button on the thermostat. If issues persist, consult the troubleshooting section of the manual.

How do I replace the anode rod?

The anode rod protects the tank from corrosion. To replace it, turn off power and water, drain the tank partially, then unscrew the old rod and install a new one. This should be done every 2-5 years depending on water quality.

Is there a risk of bacteria growth in the tank?

To prevent Legionella growth, set the thermostat to at least 60°C for one hour weekly. Regular use and maintaining high temperature reduce bacterial risks. Follow hygiene guidelines in the manual.

Can I use an extension cord for the electrical connection?

No, never use an extension cord for a water heater. The unit must be directly connected to a dedicated circuit. Using an extension cord can cause overheating and fire hazards due to high current draw.

What is the warranty period and what does it cover?

The Concept ZH0030 comes with a 2-year warranty covering manufacturing defects. It does not cover damage from improper installation, lack of maintenance, or misuse. Keep your purchase receipt and register the product online for warranty service.

USER MANUAL ZH0030 Concept

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PODĚKOVÁNÍ

Thank you for purchasing a Concept product. We hope you will be satisfied with our product throughout its service life.

Please study the entire Operating Manual carefully before you start using the product. Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference. Make sure other people using the product are familiar with these instructions.

Technical parameters
Voltage 230 V ~ 50 Hz
Power input 1800 W (2000 W ZH0030)
Capacity 27 l

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Do not use this appliance in a manner different from the instructions in this manual.
• Remove all packaging and marketing materials from the appliance before you use it for the first time.
• Make sure the connecting voltage corresponds to values on the appliance type label.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended during operation.
• Only place the appliance on a stable and heat-resistant surface away from other heat sources. This surface shall have a sufficient load capacity to hold the appliance and its contents. Leave at least 15 cm of free space around the appliance.
• Donot leave the appliance close to flammable materials; do not place anything on top of the appliance.
• Do not insert any items made of paper or plastic inside the appliance.
• Do not cover the appliance openings; there is a danger of overheating.
• Do not store anything inside the appliance.
• Keep the appliance clean. Do not allow any foreign objects to enter the appliance through the grille. They might damage or short-circuit the appliance, or set it on fire.
• Never pull the power cord when disconnecting the machine from the socket; grasp and pull the plug, not the cord.
• Do not allow children or legally incapacitated people to handle the appliance; use it out of reach of such people.
• Any physically challenged people, people with reduced sensory perception or insufficient mental capacity, or people who have not been familiarised with its

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operation may only use the appliance under the supervision of a responsible person who is familiar with these instructions.

• Always be extremely careful when using the appliance while children are nearby.

- Do not allow the appliance to be used as a toy.

- Make sure the power cord does not hang over the edge of the working area, where children might reach it.

- Do not use the appliance on wet surfaces as there is a risk of electric shock.

- Do not use any other accessories except those recommended by the manufacturer.

- Never use the appliance with a damaged power cord or plug. Contact an authorised service centre imme-diately to have any such defect repaired.

- Never pull the supply power cord or use it to carry the machine.

- Keep the appliance away from any sources of heat, such as radiators, ovens, etc. Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight or moisture.

- Do not touch the appliance with damp or wet hands.

- Turn off the appliance and disconnect the plug from the mains outlet in the event of any failure.

- The appliance is intended for household use only; it is not designed for commercial application.

- Do not immerse the power cable, the plug, or the appliance itself in water or any other liquid.

- Check the appliance and its power cord regularly for damage. Never turn the appliance on if it is damaged.

- Turn the appliance off prior to cleaning and after using it.

- If you see smoke, switch the appliance off and disconnect the cable from the mains socket. Leave the cover on to prevent the possible spread of fire.

- Do not attempt to repair the unit by yourself. Contact an authorised service centre.

- This appliance may be used by children 8 years of age and older and by persons with physical or mental impairments or by inexperienced persons if they are properly supervised or have been informed about how to use of the product in a safe manner and understand the potential dangers. Children must not play with the appliance. This appliance may be cleaned by children 8 years of age and older if they are properly supervised. Keep this appliance and the power cord out of reach of children younger than 8 years of age.

Never carry the appliance while hot or containing hot food. Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Contact an authorised service centre.

Failure to follow the manufacturer's instructions may lead to refusal of warranty repair.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1 Lid
2 Grips
3 Pot
4 Timer-Button (ZH0020, ZH0030)
5 Pouring Tap
6 Temperature-Button
7 Indicator light
8 button ON/OFF of audio signal

Accessories
A Grill

General information

This device has many uses, including: preserving; cooking; making hot drinks; keeping liquids heated; blanching vegetables; etc.

Thick, syrupy liquids must be heated slowly and stirred constantly to prevent from scorching.

The device should not be left to boil dry as this can damage the enamel surface. The device must be left to cool thoroughly before adding more water to prevent the possibility of scalding from steam.

There is the possibility of a smell arising during the first use. This will dissipate after a short period.

Capacity

The device has a capacity of 27 litres. The liquid level must be no higher than 4cm below the upper edge of the machine.

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Important information:

Before using for the first time, the device should be boiled.

Fill the device with about 6 litres of water, set the thermostat to maximum, then switch on by turning the timer in a clockwise direction to 60 minutes. After the set time, the appliance switches off automatically. Once cooled, the machine is ready to be used. The body of the pot may have elliptical form, which will get round once it is warmed.

PROCESS

1. Place the preserving grill into the appliance.
2. Place tightly-sealed jars onto the grill.
3. A maximum of 11 jars with a 0,72 litre or 34×370 litre capacity can be sterilised/pasteurised.
4. Fill the appliance with water until the jars are 75 % covered. Make sure the jars are well sealed so that no water can penetrate.
5. Replace cover.
6. Set the desired temperature as indicated by the table. The stated times refer to the actual cooking time, which begins when the set temperature is reached.
7. Heating may take up to 90 minutes. When the set temperature is reached, an alarm tone will sound.
8. When you hear the beep, switch the timer on. To set the device to continuous, turn the dial anti-clockwise.
9. Now the heating phase will begin.
10. Once the beep has sounded, adjust the cooking time according to the table.

CAUTION: The time and temperature is indicative only depends on the amount of water and fetal maturity.

COOKING TABLE

Fruit Temperature in °C Time in minutes
Apple soft/hard 90 30/40
Apple sauce 90 30
Cherries 80 30
Pear soft/hard 90 30/80
Strawberries, Blackberries 80 25
Rhubarb 100 30
Raspberries, Gooseberries	80 30
Redcurrants, Cranberries	90 25
Apricot	90 30
Mirabelle, Greengage	90 30
Peach	90 30
Plum, Damson	90 30
Quince	95 25
Blueberries	85 25

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Vegetables Temperature in °C	Time in minutes
Cauliflower	100	90
Asparagus	100	120
Peas	100	120
Pickled gherkin	90 30
Baby-carrots, Carrots	100	90
Pumpkin	90 30
Kohlrabi	100	90
Celeriac	100	110
Brussels sprouts, Red cabbage	100	110
Mushrooms	100	110
Beans	100	120
Tomato, Tomato puree	90 30

Meat Temperature in °C	Time in minutes
Roast meat, in pieces, cooked	100	85
Broth	100	60
Game, Poultry cooked	100	75
Goulash cooked	100	75
Minced meat, Sausage meat (raw)	100	110

CAUTION: The jars are hot after preserving. Take care not to burn yourself. Please use appropriate safety wear to remove the jars.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Keep preserves in a cool, dark and dry place.

Heating fluids; keeping fluids heated; warming mulled wine

This device is ideal for the heating of liquids, punch or mulled wine.

Take care when filling the device. The liquid level must be no higher than 4cm below the top edge, otherwise there is a risk of overflowing.

Replace the cover then select desired temperature, turning the dial anti-clockwise to set to continuous heating. Turn the device on - the liquid will now be heated and kept warm in accordance with the thermostat setting.

An alarm tone will sound when the desired temperature is reached. Stir the liquid regularly in order to distribute the heat evenly. The alarm switch can now be turned off.

Place a bucket under the tap and press the lever. When the desired amount of liquid is in the cup, simply release the lever. If you want to draw large amounts of liquid, pull the lever up until it locks into place. Liquid will run until you release the lever again.

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Attention: Always remove the power plug before cleaning the appliance! Danger of electrical shock!
  • NEVER submerse the appliance in water or other liquids!
• Clean the appliance with a lightly moist cloth. For stubborn soiling use a mild detergent on the cloth.

Attention: Do not use abrasive or aggressive cleaning materials. These could attack the upper surfaces and irreparably damage the appliance.

Clean the preserving grill in a mild soapy solution and rinse it with clear water. Proper maintenance will ensure years of service of your appliance. Clean the appliance after every use.

WARNING!

Always disconnect the power supply cable from the mains outlet before cleaning the appliance.

Make sure the appliance has cooled down before handling it.

Only use a wet cloth for cleaning the surface; never use detergents or hard objects, as they may damage it. Never clean the unit under running water; do not rinse it or submerge in water.

Cleaning the pouring tap

To clean the pouring tap thoroughly, you can unscrew the pouring lever.
1. Dismantle the pouring lever.
2. Place the pouring lever in a mild soapy solution and swirl it back and forth.
3. Rinse it off with clear water.
4. To clean the pouring tap, allow a mild soapy solution to flow through it. Should there be stubborn soiling on the inside of the pouring tap use a pipe/bottle cleaner or similar to remove it.
5. Afterwards, rinse the pouring tap through with clear water.
6. Re-assemble the pouring lever back on to the pouring tap.

Scale removal

Deposits of scale on the bottom of the appliance lead to increased energy consumption and reduce the service life of the appliance. Descale the appliance as soon as scale deposits become apparent. Use a standard commercial descaling product (No vinegar should be used). Proceed as described in the instructions for usage of the descaler.

After descaling, rinse the appliance with lots of clean and clear water.

Attention: The supplier reserves the right to change the shape of the lid.

Storage

• Wind the cable around the cord storage and insert the plug into the plug holder in the middle of the appliance base.
  • Store the fruit preserver at a cool and dry location.

REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE

Any extensive maintenance or repair requiring access to the internal parts of the product shall be performed by an authorized service center.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

• Packaging materials and obsolete appliances should be recycled.
• The transport box may be disposed of as sorted waste.
  • Polyethylene bags shall be handed over for recycling.

Recycling of the appliance at the end of its lifespan:

This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE). The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The disposal of such material has to be done according to the recycling regulations. For more detailed information about recycling of this appliance see the authorized local office or service for household waste disposal or the shop, where you purchased the appliance.

The product meets all the necessary requirements of the EU directives applicable to the specific product.

Changes in text, design, and technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice and we reserve the right to change them.

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DANKSAGUNG

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The manufacturer (or Importer) is responsible for ensuring the product complies with the requirements of applicable legal regulations as well as those of the relevant technical standards. Moreover, they are responsible for ensuring the product has the properties the manufacturer described in documents related to the goods or those reasonably expected by the customer with regard to the nature of the goods or based on advertising produced by the manufacturer, and further they are responsible for ensuring the product is fit for the purpose proposed by the manufacturer or that a product of the same type is normally used for.

The quality warranty term is 24 months from product takeover by the customer.

The warranty does not apply to wear and tear caused by regular use. The customer shall not be entitled to any warranty claims if, prior to taking the product over, they knew the product contained a defect or if the defect is attributable to the customer.

The warranty specifically does not apply:

• if the product installation, operation and service conditions stipulated in the product operating manual have not been adhered to,
  • to malfunctions caused due to mechanical, heat or chemical damage, short circuit, over voltage or incorrect installation.
  • to malfunctions caused by an inexpert third-party intervention,
  • to malfunctions caused by natural disaster,
  • to malfunctions caused by insufficient or inappropriate maintenance in violation of the operating manual, including malfunctions caused by water and other sediments.
  • to changes in colour of the heating surface or to scratching of the surface caused as a result of using the products in an unusual manner,
  • to appearance and functional changes caused by exposure to sunlight, thermal radiation of water and other sediments,
• if the service life of certain product parts expires, e.g. for accumulators, bulbs, etc.

The warranty does not apply to any products and services provided along with the product (gifts, promotional articles, etc.).

Filing a complaint

A complaint against a product defect must be filed as soon as identified, yet no later than before the end of the warranty term.

The customer must file a product complaint with the dealer from which they have purchased the product, or with any authorised service centre, a list of which is included in the product package, or available at www.my-concept.com.

While filing a product complaint, the product must be duly cleaned and securely packed so as to prevent any damage during its transport to an authorised service centre, where relevant, unless the product is delivered in person.

The customer must submit proof of having concluded a purchase contract for the product by producing the receipt.

While filing their complaint, the customer must indicate the noted defect and identify the preferred complaint application method.

Complaints processing

As long as the noted defect may be removed, the user has the right to have the defect duly removed free of charge on a timely basis.

Where such a procedure is not reasonable with regard to the nature of the defect, the user may require to be supplied a new defect-free product (replacement), or, where the defect applies to a part of the product only, replacement of the part concerned. However, if replacement of the product or any part thereof is not proportionate with regard to the nature of the defect, especially if the defect can be removed without undue delay, the customer has the right to have the defect removed free of charge.

If the noted defect is not removable, or if the customer becomes entitled to replacement of the product or a part thereof, yet the replacement is not possible, for example due to the product having been sold out, the customer has the right to return the product (withdrawal from the contract).

The customer shall have the right to a new product (replacement) or to replacement of a part of the product even if the defect can be removed, provided they cannot properly use the product due to repeated occurrence of the defect or due to a high number of such defects. In such a case, the customer also has the right to return the product (by withdrawing from the contract).

If the product is not returned (the customer does not withdraw from the contract), or if the customer does not apply the right to a new defect-free product (replacement), to replacement of a part thereof or to repair of the product, they may request a reasonable discount. The customer also has a right to a reasonable discount if a new defect-free product cannot be supplied to them, or if a product part cannot be replaced or the product repaired unless the situation is remedied within a reasonable time limit, or if remedying the situation would create major discomfort on the part of the customer.

The seller, authorised service centre or a staff member authorised by them must decide about each complaint immediately or within three business days in complicated cases. This term does not include a reasonable period of time, depending on the type of product concerned,

required for the defect to be assessed by an expert. A complaint, including defect removal, must be dealt with without any undue delay, yet no later than within 30 calendar days of the complaint filing date, unless the seller and the customer agree on a later deadline.

On returning the product (withdrawing from the contract) the customer must return any accessories and documents supplied along with the product.

The customer does not have the right to keep the defective parts and components of the product replaced as part of a repair of the product.

This shall be without prejudice to any other rights the customer may have in relation to the purchase of the product.

Remark: Complaints against products damaged in transport are governed by the carrier's complaints procedure.

Manufacturer

Jindřich Valenta - Concept

Vysokomýtská 1800, 565 01 Choceň

Czech Republic

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Company ID No. 13216660

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www: www.my-concept.com

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Jindřich Valenta – Concept Czech Republic

Vysokomýtská 1800, 565 01 Choceň

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ELKO Valenta – Slovakia, s.r.o.

Hurbanova 1563/23, 911 01 Trenčín

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CONCEPT POLSKA Sp. z o.o.