In detail: sit automation for boilers DIY repair from a real master for the site my.housecope.com.
Today the Rostov Plant of Boiler Equipment CJSC "Rostovgazoapparat" produces Siberia boilers, which are widely known in our country. The author of these lines had the honor to install such a boiler for himself in his own home. Everything would be fine, but in severe frosts, problems with the insufficient power of this apparatus began to appear. At first, I sinned on power, since the area of the heated house is 95 sq. m. and the declared power of the boiler is 11.6 kW. Naturally, the power reserve is too small, since the recommended reserve should be + 30% to the area of the house. My boiler must be at least 12.5 kW. that is, for heating 125 sq.m. Now a brief background for the buyers of Siberia boilers.
Before replacing the boiler, I had an apparatus from the Taganrog plant for 20 years - a combined boiler KGS-120. Designed for burning solid and gaseous fuels. It is clear that the combustion chamber is simple, the outlet into the chimney is direct, and there is no question of any efficiency. The boiler burned a maximum of 700 cubic meters per month. At the same time, the temperature in the house did not drop below 25 degrees! The new Siberia boiler burns the same amount, only the temperature on the boiler sensor does not rise above 74 ° C and in the house it is 22 - 23 ° C. The efficiency of Siberia is 90! I decided to figure it out, and read the results of the analysis below.INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT PARAMETERS
Setting the maximum and minimum gas flow
These adjustments are made with a cold bulb.
Setting the maximum gas flow (version without pressure regulator) - (rice. A).
Turn the control knob 4 into position 7... Tighten the adjustment screw completely 2 , and then gradually turn it out until the required gas flow is achieved.
WARNING
After fully tightening, do not loosen the screw more than two turnover.
Disabling the maximum gas flow function
Tighten the adjustment screw completely 2 and then turn it out two turns and lock it in place. Disconnection can also be accomplished by replacing the adjusting screw. 2 plug (code 0.972.057). In this case, the plug must be completely screwed on.
Setting the maximum gas flow (version with pressure regulator) - (rice. A *).
Turn the control knob to position 7... When turning the adjusting screw 2’ clockwise (VERSION WITH PRESSURE REGULATOR) - gas consumption increases.
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Deactivating the pressure regulator function
Tighten the adjustment screw completely 2’ clockwise.
Setting the minimum gas flow
Slowly turn the control knob clockwise to the minimum power position (close to the main burner shutdown position). When turning the adjusting screw 3 counterclockwise the gas flow rate increases. It is also possible to use screws with calibrated holes (available as an option) instead of the screws for adjusting the maximum and minimum gas flow. In this case, the screws must be tightened with a tightening torque of 7 Nm.
Adjusting the gas supply to the pilot burner
When turning the screw 5 clockwise - gas consumption decreases.
Disabling the pilot gas adjustment function
Tighten the adjustment screw completely 5’ and then turn it on two turn and fix.
ATTENTION
After completing all adjustment and adjustment operations, check the tightness of the seals and the correct operation of the equipment. Flame tear-off or breakthrough is strictly not allowed at maximum and minimum gas pressure, respectively. After completing the adjustment work, fix the seals and / or adjustment screws with paint.
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Modern gas boilers are quite sophisticated technological equipment. With proper care and proper handling, the gas boiler will serve for a long time without any interruptions. However, even the most expensive and functional equipment has its own resource, after the exhaustion of which all sorts of malfunctions begin to appear.
DIY gas boiler repair
Knowing the main causes of malfunctions and the procedure for eliminating them, you can repair your gas boiler with your own hands. This is a very painstaking, responsible, but in most cases relatively easy job.
Content of step-by-step instructions:
First of all, it is necessary to establish why any malfunctions may occur in the operation of gas heating boilers. A number of different factors can lead to problems.
Modern gas boilers are equipped with various automation equipment. These funds, in turn, are powered by electricity. And, despite the fact that the 21st century is already in the yard and systems for the use of alternative energy sources are being actively developed around the world, the problem of stability of power grids remains relevant for many regions, especially for remote villages and all kinds of summer cottages.
A sudden power outage or a strong surge in electricity is one of the main enemies of any modern gas boiler.
To avoid all the accompanying troubles, buy a quality stabilizer in advance. Do not spare money to buy this device - there is little sense from cheap models, so it is better to immediately allocate funds to purchase a good stabilizer from a well-known manufacturer. Be sure that in the event of a breakdown of the automation, you will spend much more money on its repair and replacement.
At home, wall-mounted models of gas boilers are often used. Such devices are simultaneously responsible for both space heating and hot water preparation.
The design of wall-hung boilers includes a flow-through heat exchanger. Low-quality hard water with various impurities is the main enemy of the heat exchanger of a gas boiler. At the same time, under the influence of low-quality water, the heat exchanger can fail in just one season.
Install special filters to prevent such damage. The best option is a complete water purification system. With it, your boiler will work as long as possible, and using purified water is much safer for health.
Any knowledgeable person will tell you: only qualified specialists should be engaged in the installation and piping of gas heating equipment.
Even the slightest mistakes at the stages of installation and connection of equipment can lead to irreversible consequences. For example, an incorrectly executed piping in the case of a cast-iron gas boiler more powerful than 50 kW will lead to the fact that the unit will simply split at low temperatures.
If you are not an experienced gas operator, entrust the boiler installation to professionals.
Therefore, if you are not an experienced gas operator, entrust the installation of the boiler to professionals - this way you will save yourself from many problems in the future.
Unfavorable weather conditions can also lead to many different problems. In frosty winters, people turn on the heating at almost full capacity. This leads to a significant decrease in pressure in the gas pipeline system.As a result, boilers cannot fully realize their potential.
You will not be able to solve this problem on your own - you still cannot explain to your neighbors that by their actions they only aggravate the situation. As a solution to the problem, you can install an additional boiler that runs on a different fuel.
Automatic solid fuel coal-fired boiler with hopper
A modern gas boiler is a complex and potentially dangerous system. The main danger of such units is the risk of a gas explosion in the event of improper handling of the equipment or untimely elimination of various malfunctions.
Various kinds of automation are responsible for maintaining the operation of the gas boiler at an optimal level. An inexperienced user is often unable to understand its device. Therefore, it is better to immediately invite specialists to troubleshoot serious problems.
On your own, you can try to eliminate only visible damage and various contaminants that have led to the failure of the pipe, chimney and other parts of the boiler.
Typical malfunctions of gas boilers
There are a number of typical problems that you can fix yourself in most cases. Problems will also be listed, in the event of which you can only protect yourself before the arrival of a specialist.
If a distinct smell of gas or smoke appears in the room, immediately turn off the boiler and leave the room, opening it for ventilation.
Gas boiler functionality diagram
Call a professional immediately. Trying to solve the gas leak problem on your own without the necessary skills is extremely dangerous and unreasonable.
If the flame sensor or the gas supply pipe breaks down, turn off the boiler, close all gas valves and let the unit cool down completely.
Return to the area after a while to check for the smell of gas. If everything is in order with the draft, try to turn on the boiler again. If there is no thrust, immediately call a repairman.
Overheating is one of the most common problems in modern gas boilers. The reason for this may be a malfunction of the automation equipment or a clogged heat exchanger.
It is impossible to cope with the repair of automation without the appropriate knowledge.
You can also clean the heat exchanger with your own hands. The most common materials for the manufacture of heat exchangers are copper and stainless steel. There is usually no problem cleaning them, but be extremely careful anyway.
Primary heat exchanger for wall mounted gas boiler Beretta
According to the recommendations of the manufacturers, the heat exchangers must be cleaned of soot every few years (each manufacturer indicates a specific interval in the instructions for their equipment).
Primary heat exchanger (heating circuit) of the gas boiler Rinnai SMF
To clean the heat exchanger, simply remove it and clean it thoroughly with a metal brush. In the case of a copper heat exchanger, it is best to replace the brush with a metal sponge used for washing dishes.
The problematic place of fans is their bearings. If the fan of your boiler stops developing the set number of revolutions, try to eliminate the problem as soon as possible.
Fan (3311806000) for Daewoo gas boiler
To do this, remove the back of the fan, take out the stator and lubricate the bearings. Machine oil is fine for lubrication, but it is best to use a higher quality carbon compound with heat-resistant properties if possible.
Fan RLA97 (Aa10020004) for gas boiler Electrolux
Also, an interturn short circuit can lead to problems with the fan. Only a specialist can cope with the elimination of this malfunction. Return the stator for repair to replace the winding, or immediately replace the faulty unit with a new device.
Gas boiler chimney diagram
Often, excessive clogging of the coaxial chimney leads to the appearance of various malfunctions in the operation of a gas heating boiler.
Remove the chimney and thoroughly clean all of its components from soot. So you will not only return the previous level of efficiency of the unit, but also significantly increase the efficiency of the boiler.
The boiler can shut down spontaneously for several reasons. This is usually due to a defective combustion sensor. This problem, in turn, most often leads to contamination of the gas pipe.
Draft sensor 87 ° C for Thermona boiler
Remove the branch pipe, rinse it thoroughly with water, clean it with a cotton swab and blow it off the remaining moisture. Put the pipe back in place and try to turn on the boiler. If it doesn't help, call the wizard.
No wonder they say: the best repair is prevention. Gas boilers require annual preventive maintenance, which must be carried out before the start of the heating season.
Whenever possible, maintenance should be carried out twice a year, before and after the heating season.
Check all the previously discussed boiler elements for their serviceability. Follow the preventive maintenance recommendations given by the manufacturer in the instructions specific to your boiler. Eliminate any malfunctions that arise in time, if possible.
Remember! The gas boiler is a potentially hazardous equipment. Incorrect use and untimely troubleshooting can lead to irreparable consequences. Therefore, be careful and do not engage in any repair work if you doubt your ability and correctness of action. Otherwise, follow the instructions provided.
Domestic heating units using natural and liquefied gas do not need constant monitoring by users. The combustion and maintenance of the required temperature of the coolant is monitored by electronic and mechanical units installed in any heat generator by the manufacturer. Our task is to explain how the automation for a gas boiler works and what types of devices are used in modern water heating installations.
The overwhelming majority of boiler plants of this type are equipped with safety automatics operating without an external power supply (non-volatile). According to the requirements of regulatory documents, automation equipment must shut off the gas supply to the burner and igniter in three emergency cases:
- Attenuation of the main burner flame due to blowing out or for other reasons.
- When natural draft is absent or sharply reduced in the chimney.
- The drop in pressure of natural gas in the main pipeline is below the critical level.
For reference. The implementation of the listed functions is mandatory for all types of gas boilers. Many manufacturers add a fourth safety step - overheating protection. When the temperature of the coolant reaches 90 ° C, the valve stops supplying gas to the main burner on a signal from the sensor.
In various models of gas floor boilers from different manufacturers, non-volatile automation of the following types (brands) is used:
- Italian blocks EuroSIT (Eurosit) of the 630, 710 and 820 NOVA series (heating units "Lemax", "Zhytomyr 3", Aton and many others);
- Polish devices "KARE" (heat generators "Danko", "Rivneterm");
- American automatic control devices Honeywell (heaters of the Zhukovsky plant of the "Comfort" line);
- domestic products made by ZhMZ, SABK, Orion, Arbat.
We have listed the most common brands of automation, which are often installed on hot water boilers from one company.For example, the Zhukovsky plant equips budget versions of AOGV devices with its own ZhMZ safety units, heat generators of the middle price category with EuroSIT devices, and powerful models with automatic Honeywell valves. Let's consider each group separately.
Of all types of automation found in boiler installations, EuroSIT safety units are the most popular and reliable in operation. They are recommended by companies - suppliers of natural fuel, including for replacing old gas equipment of boilers KChM, AGV, and so on. They work without problems in the composition of microflame burners Polidoro, Iskra, Vakula, Thermo and others.
The exact names of the three models used are as follows:
- 630 SIT;
- 710 MiniSIT;
- 820 NOVA.
For reference. The SIT Group discontinued production of the 630 and 710 series, considering them obsolete. It was replaced by a new safety automation for heating boilers - gas valves 820 NOVA, 822 NOVA, 840 SIGMA and 880 Proflame (battery operated). But old products are not hard to find on sale.
In order not to bore you with the details of the design of automatic EuroSIT devices, we will briefly explain the principle of operation using the example of the simplest block of the 630 series:
- By turning the knob to the “ignition” position and pressing from above, you forcibly open the solenoid valve, which allows gas to pass to the pilot burner (igniter). You click the button of the piezoelectric element, which generates a spark that ignites the wick.
- By holding the main knob for 30 seconds, you allow the thermocouple to heat up with the pilot flame. The thermal balloon generates a voltage (EMF) of 20-50 millivolts, which fixes the electromagnet in the open state. The handle can now be released.
- Set the main handle to the desired position and thus supply gas to the main burner. The latter is kindled and begins to heat the heat exchanger with the heating water, as shown in the diagram.
- When the water reaches a certain temperature, a capillary sensor is triggered, gradually closing the second valve - a thermostatic one. The fuel supply to the burner stops until the sensor cools down and the valve disc opens the path for the gas. The igniter continues to burn in standby mode.
Note. Older automation modifications were not equipped with temperature sensors and ignition units, so matches were required to start the heat generator.
Connection diagram of the automation unit to the gas burner device
A diaphragm valve, which plays the role of a pressure regulator, is responsible for the normal gas supply in the device. When it falls below the set value, the fuel channel is closed and the boiler is shut down. Other situations also lead to failure:
- The burner and the thermocouple heating wick are extinguished. The generation of voltage is stopped, the solenoid valve closes the fuel passage.
- If the draft in the chimney suddenly disappears, the sensor placed in this channel overheats and breaks the power supply circuit of the electromagnet. The result is the same - the fuel supply is blocked.
- In heaters equipped with overheating sensors, the electrical circuit is broken after the water reaches a temperature of 90–95 ° C.
When the gas automatics have triggered an emergency shutdown, the user is blocked from restarting the boiler for 1 minute, before the fuel supply will not resume. The work of the system is clearly reflected in the training video: