the large pipe will be the open vent pipe & the smaller the cold feed. the small one will be feeding the water into the system. there is a chance it may be choked. best thing is to turn the water to the tank off & cut out a few sections of the pipe to clear the blockage. if you're unsure about what to do it would probably be best to get a plumber or heating engineer in to do it for you, as it will most likely be cheaper in the long run.
Ian
January 2010