EHC 14.4kW Slimjim Electric Flow Boiler & 170L Direct Cylinder

Description

The EHC 14.4kW SlimJim Electric Flow Boiler & 170L Direct Unvented Cylinder pairs a compact, wall-mounted electric flow boiler with a 170-litre stainless steel unvented cylinder to deliver fully electric central heating and mains-pressure hot water without a flue, gas supply, or annual gas safety inspection. The SlimJim boiler is 100% efficient and uses a fully insulated stainless steel heat exchanger with a Run-Dry Water Level Sensor to protect against low system water. Direct plumbing means the cylinder is heated directly by its own immersion elements, independent of the boiler, which serves the heating circuit only. Both units are designed to maximise cupboard and plant room space, with the boiler measuring just 912mmmm wide.

14.4kW

Boiler Output

170L

Cylinder Capacity

Direct

Cylinder Type

100%

Boiler Efficiency

30–80°C

Flow Temp. Range

5yr / 25yr

Boiler / Cylinder Warranty

Installation & electrical requirements

This is a 80A protection boiler circuit at the 14.4kW output and must be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with BS 7671 IEE Wiring Regulations. A load check must be carried out before installation to confirm the property’s incoming supply and existing electrical load can support the boiler. The unvented cylinder must be installed by a G3 competent person and the system commissioned in line with Building Regulations Part G3 (England & Wales), Scottish Technical Standard P3, or NI Building Regulations Part P as applicable.

System design note

An automatic bypass or a locked-open bypass radiator (minimum 600mm x 600mm single convector, or 2500 Btu equivalent) must be included in the heating circuit, in the same zone as the room thermostat. A magnetic filter should be fitted on the return pipework ahead of the circulation pump and cleaned annually — failure to do so may allow debris to contaminate the boiler and will affect the warranty.

Indirect vs. direct: which cylinder do I need?

This package uses a direct cylinder, heated solely by its own immersion elements and entirely independent of the SlimJim boiler’s heating circuit. This configuration suits installations where the boiler is dedicated to space heating only, or where hot water and heating are deliberately kept on separate electrical circuits.

100% Efficient Heat Exchanger

The stainless steel heat exchanger converts electrical input directly into heat with no flue losses, and is fully insulated to minimise standing heat loss in the boiler casing.

Run-Dry Protection

A Run-Dry Water Level Sensor shuts the boiler down if system water is lost, preventing the heat exchanger from firing dry and suffering damage.

Selectable Power Staging

The boiler’s output can be dip-switch configured in three stages, allowing the installer to match power draw to the property’s heat loss calculation and electrical supply capacity.

Compact Wall-Mounted Footprint

At just 912mm (H) x 203mm (W) x 172mm (D), the boiler is designed to maximise cupboard and plant room space where a conventional boiler or cylinder cupboard would otherwise be too small.

170L Stainless Steel Cylinder

The 170-litre duplex stainless steel unvented cylinder is TIG-welded and factory pressure-tested, providing mains-pressure hot water with a 25-year cylinder guarantee.

Volt-Free or 240V Control Signalling

External controls can be wired as volt-free or 240V switched signals, giving installers flexibility to integrate with S-Plan zoning, programmers, and room thermostats.

SlimJim Boiler Specification

Boiler Model	EHCSJIM14.4KW
Rated Output	14.4kW, single-phase
Electrical Supply	230–240V, 50Hz, 1-phase
Circuit Protection Required	80A (per manufacturer boiler protection table)
Overall Dimensions (H x W x D)	912mm (H) x 203mm (W) x 172mm (D)
Weight	approx. 25kg
Flow Temperature Range	30–80°C (factory set 80°C)
Efficiency	100%
Heat Exchanger	Fully insulated stainless steel
Safety Devices	WT3 thermal cut-out, Run-Dry water level sensor, electronic fault diagnostics
Control Signalling	Volt-free or 240V (selectable via control board dip switch)
Boiler Warranty	5 years parts and labour

Cylinder Specification

Cylinder Model	NDIR170L
Cylinder Type	Direct Unvented
Capacity	170 litres
Height	1200mm
Diameter	510mm
Construction	Duplex stainless steel, TIG welded
Insulation	CFC- and HCFC-free injected polyurethane foam
Max. Operating Pressure	3.0 bar
Factory Pressure Test	15 bar
Immersion Heaters	2 x 3kW, Incoloy sheathed elements (boost / economy)
Cylinder Guarantee	25-year stainless steel vessel guarantee (2 years parts & labour on components)
Building Regulation Compliance	G3 (England & Wales) / Technical Standard P3 (Scotland) / Part P (Northern Ireland)

Component	Detail
SlimJim Electric Flow Boiler	14.4kW single-phase, 912mm (H) x 203mm (W) x 172mm (D)
170L Unvented Cylinder	Direct stainless steel, twin immersion heated
Circulation Pump	Pre-fitted to heating circuit
Automatic Bypass Valve	Included for zoned system protection
Temperature & Pressure Relief Valve	Fitted to cylinder for overpressure protection
Expansion Vessel	Sized to system volume
Auto Air Vent	Fitted per manufacturer instructions (not directly above boiler)

Does this boiler need a flue or gas supply?

No. The SlimJim is a fully electric flow boiler with no flue, no gas connection, and no requirement for an annual gas safety inspection.

What electrical protection does the boiler need?

The 14.4kW SlimJim requires 80A circuit protection per the manufacturer’s boiler protection table. A qualified electrician must carry out a load check before installation to confirm the property’s supply can support this.

Is the 170L cylinder direct or direct?

This package includes the direct version. The cylinder is heated directly by its own two 3kW immersion elements and does not draw heat from the boiler’s circuit.

Can the boiler run underfloor heating as well as radiators?

Yes. The SlimJim range can be configured for radiator circuits, underfloor heating circuits, or a combination via S-Plan zoning, subject to correct system design and an automatic bypass being fitted.

Does the cylinder need annual servicing?

The cylinder itself has low ongoing maintenance requirements, but the magnetic filter fitted to the heating circuit should be cleaned annually, and the expansion vessel and safety valves should be checked periodically by a qualified installer.

What warranty is provided?

The SlimJim boiler carries a 5-year parts and labour warranty. The cylinder’s stainless steel vessel is guaranteed for 25 years, with a 2-year parts and labour warranty on cylinder components, both subject to correct commissioning and registration.

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