In detail: neva 4510 DIY repair from a real master for the site my.housecope.com.
Replacement of the membrane of the water unit of the gas column Neva 4510, Neva 4511, Neva 4513, Neva 4011
AND So! Let's start with the simplest. (The topic is relevant for all gas water heaters).
The weakest point in any gas column is the membrane. Why? Because in 99% of cases the following happens.
You turned on the tap, but the column does not start. The first and most likely reason is that the membrane has burst. You turned on the tap, and the column does not give the flame at full power. The flame is "small" and the water heats up poorly. This is because insufficient gas is being supplied to the burner. The diaphragm does not push the stem with the force required to open it completely. The first and most likely reason ist thickness inmembrane . You turned on the tap, and the column is unstable. It often turns off or only turns on from the third or fifth time. The first and most likely reason isRmembrane stretched from time to time .
Therefore, before raising a panic, you should always start by replacing the membrane. In general, we recommend simply changing the membrane every two years, without waiting for the above troubles. What's the matter?
The membrane is the most basic element during normal column start-up. Why? When the tap is opened, the water flow creates a vacuum behind the membrane, the membrane bends. That, in turn, shifts the stem, which opens the gas supply to the burner, and all this works purely mechanically, which means it is subject to wear.
The price of the issue. The cost of a membrane for any gas water heater is from 200 rubles. up to RUB 500 We buy a membrane. When we have a brand new membrane in our hands, to replace it we need: a pair of screwdrivers, 8 mm and 24 mm open-end adjustable wrenches, a glass (only for professional plumbers) and 30 minutes of time.
Video (click to play).
In order for your eyes not to run, first look directly at the photo of the NEVA 4511 column with a water-gas unit installed inside. Screws and nuts are marked with red dots, which must be unscrewed to separate the water part and then work with it. When the eyes are more or less accustomed, we move on to the first point.
1. Before us is a water-gas unit used in gas water heaters NEVA 4510, NEVA 4511, NEVA 4513. Between themselves, these units have a tiny difference, but this will not interfere with the matter. First, a couple of points to understand what it is. It consists of two halves: a gas unit (this part is gray) and a water unit (this part is yellow). We take a “plus” (Phillips) screwdriver and separate the gray part from the yellow one.
2. The third photo shows how they are fastened together: with the help of two screws, simply squeezing from the ends this “grease cylinder” of the water unit. Let's consider the water part. Photo 4. Here, where the grease is, do you see a hole on the end of the cylinder? It is from this hole that the stem comes out, which opens up gas access to the column. It is it (the stem) that our membrane pushes when opening the tap.
3. To get to the membrane, carefully unscrew all six screws and the water assembly will open in half, like an oyster.
4. If you carefully examine both the resulting halves, it is easy to guess that the membrane is this black elastic band lying in the right half. The membrane, as you can see, has an eyelet that fixes its position. Carefully remove the membrane from its containing halves.
5. And what are these parts inside? One of them is a plate with a stem, the second is a spring. Our membrane presses on this plate with the stem. The spring returns the stem to its previous position when the valve is closed, gas access is stopped and the column is turned off.If everything inside our oyster is dirty, take out the plate, take out the spring.
6. Everything inside this yellow saucer is thoroughly cleaned and washed. We replace the membrane with a new one. Do not forget about the membrane eyelet, which fixes the position correctly. Don't forget about the sides of the membrane. She should, as it were, hug the plate with the stock with her recess. Then everything will work correctly.
Now we scroll everything in the opposite direction (both pictures and screws). We open the tap. And finally, we wash. Section Membranes.
If you are looking for a budget water heater of domestic production, consider the NEVA 4510 unit as a possible purchase. This simple and easy-to-maintain device is equipped with an automatic ignition system that operates on batteries. This makes the work of the technique extremely comfortable and safe. The geyser NEVA 4510 turns on independently when the tap is opened, which has long been the norm for European manufacturers.
Among the advantages of this technique, it is important to mention the compact dimensions of 356x624x186 millimeters. The small size allows the unit to "fit" into almost any interior, be it a kitchen or utility room. At the same time, the structure itself is decorated in the style of minimalism.
The installation of the NEVA 4510 geyser can be done both with the help of craftsmen and on your own. In the second case, you shouldn't have any problems, since the technique has a low weight of just over 10 kg. This makes it possible to transport and install the unit without assistance.
The NEVA 4510 is an inexpensive model that even a low-income family can afford. Its affordable price, combined with decent performance characteristics, generated considerable demand.
Among the additional advantages of the individual gas column NEVA 4510, it is important to note the following:
Adaptability to Russian operating conditions. For the domestic consumer, this plus is very important, since from time to time one has to deal with an unstable supply of gas or water. The unit can be operated at low gas pressure not exceeding 0.1 bar.
Availability of a modern security system with a built-in sensor for ionization control of the burner flame. The column turns off by itself if the system detects the absence of a flame.
Convenient adjustment of equipment to suit your personal needs. The user can manually adjust the intensity of heating the coolant using the handle placed on the front of the column.
It would be unfair, when analyzing the advantages of the NEVA 4510 gas water heater, not to mention its disadvantages, which are noted by many experts. Among them, we highlight:
Low rated power at 17 kW at a capacity of 10 liters per minute;
Lack of a flame modulation system, which is not characteristic of more modern models such as Neva Lux 6014 and others;
Small functionality that limits the flexible configuration of the speaker to suit your personal needs.
Also, the unit is not capable of efficiently providing two points of water intake. For example, taking a shower and washing dishes at the same time in the kitchen will be very difficult. Therefore, for these purposes, you should not consider buying a NEVA 4510 geyser.
The most common malfunction for the NEVA 4510 gas water heater is that the unit does not ignite. In other words, water does not start heating when the tap is turned on. There can be many reasons for this, and we will consider the most probable ones.
We are talking about a situation when the column does not respond to the duct due to insufficient intensity of the latter. What does this mean from a technical point of view? The built-in membrane changes its shape under the influence of the flow. Membrane deflection can occur due to the inappropriate structure of the water unit.Currently, the NEVA 4510 gas water heater allows the user to adjust the inlet water flow to ensure smooth start-up of the unit.
Before starting the unit, the user must correctly set the position of this handle, focusing on the water flow typical for a particular apartment. This allows you to create the pressure required for the diaphragm to operate in the system. The extreme left position of the handle will provide the maximum possible flow, which every user of this model needs to be aware of.
The appearance of such a malfunction of the NEVA 4510 gas column indicates a possible stretching or rupture of the membrane. Another possible option is to split the plate with the stem. In this case, it is necessary to replace the failed element.
This problem is not as common as the above. But it, nevertheless, should be taken into account, since when biting the gas rod, it is impossible to move the water rod to a different position. The presence of this particular problem may be indicated by the fact that the column does not start up well and turn off with difficulty as well.
Among the additional possible causes of a malfunction of the NEVA 4510 gas water heater, we note the following:
• Broken microswitch;
• Defective solenoid valve or control unit;
• Opening of the thermal relay;
• Lack of a spark in the electronic unit;
• Low power supply batteries.
We reviewed the NEVA 4510 gas unit, assessing its key advantages and disadvantages. What good can you say about this model? First, it is inexpensive and very democratic in terms of service. Secondly, the unit is incredibly easy to transport, install and set up. All these qualities will become a weighty argument in favor of purchasing this model.
But do not forget about the disadvantages of the NEVA 4510 geyser mentioned by us. This technique often fails. However, it does not have enviable technical characteristics. The increased demand for it in the CIS is explained by the fact that it is far from the last place in the class of budget water heating units.
Since the Neva 4511 series geyser is one of the most common models, the topic of its maintenance and repair is of interest to many users who are accustomed to doing such work with their own hands. Indeed, these open-chamber instantaneous water heaters can often be brought back to life without the need for service personnel. Let's look at what malfunctions occur during the operation of these units, as well as ways to eliminate them.
It is impossible to independently repair a household appliance without knowing how it functions and what it consists of. Unlike old-style water heating devices, this series of gas water heaters is equipped with a controller and electric ignition, which made it possible to remove a constantly burning igniter. The rest of the design remained fairly simple and maintainable. It consists of the following basic elements:
Housing with hinges for wall mounting.
The diffuser is a collection of combustion products with a chimney pipe.
Copper heat exchanger.
Gas burner device.
Water node.
Membrane actuator (so-called frog).
A gas valve with an electromagnet, connected by a common stem to a water unit.
Controller.
Microswitch for power supply to the electronic unit.
Water supply pipes.
Ignition electrode.
Flame detector (ionization).
Additional electrode for ignition of the burner.
The valve is a flow regulator.
Adjustment of the intensity of combustion and heating temperature.
Connection of a draft sensor installed inside the diffuser.
Compartment for batteries (batteries).
The diagram above shows the device of the Neva gas column with numerical designations of parts corresponding to the list.
Automatic switching on and heating is controlled by the water unit together with the controller, and the solenoid valve connected to the draft sensor is responsible for the safe gas supply. The algorithm for the operation of a water heater looks like this:
After opening the hot water tap at the inlet of the "frog", pressure arises, which acts on the rubber membrane of the assembly. It moves the stem that opens the gas valve and closes the microswitch contacts.
When the electrical circuit is closed, battery power is supplied to the controller. He gives 2 commands at the same time: open the solenoid valve for gas passage and create a spark on the ignition electrodes. As a result, the burner ignites.
The flame sensor detects the appearance of fire and transmits a pulse to the electronic unit, which interrupts the sparking. The heater switches to operating mode.
When the valve on the mixer is closed, the pressure in the network disappears and the spring throws the frog diaphragm back, at the same time closing the mechanical gas valve. The limit switch is triggered and the controller loses power, and with it - the electromagnet. The fuel supply is interrupted and the burner is extinguished.
The fundamental point. The solenoid valve is connected in one circuit with the draft sensor (pos. 16 of the diagram). If, for various reasons, the draft in the chimney disappears or weakens, the sensor will heat up and open the circuit, de-energizing the electromagnet. The latter will return to the closed position and cut off the gas supply to the burner.
To exclude possible overheating of the water in the heat exchanger, the manufacturer has implemented a simple technical solution: a temperature sensor connected to the controller is built into the pipeline. If the flow heats up to a critical level (about 90 ° C), then the gas supply will automatically stop and the burner will go out. The structure and principle of operation of the Neva 4511 column is shown more clearly in the video: