How to light an Ariston geyser: switching on features and safety precautions when using

Device and principle of operation

Bosch produces several types of gas water heaters.

• Battery powered design. The burner will need to be turned on using electric ignition, and a special electrode will supply the spark.
• Bosch device with piezo ignition. You need to light the igniter with a simple push of a button.The column will heat water only after the owner of the house opens the tap, from which hot water will have to flow.
• A column that can work with a hydrogenerator. This unit works in the same way as on batteries, only a spark is obtained using the operation of a hydrogenerator.

Gas devices have a rather complex device. Before you start looking for the right model of this type of equipment, it is first best to find out the features of its design.

It is worth highlighting several main working components of products.

• Frame. It is made by stamping from durable sheet steel. The case has an enamel layer of protection, which helps the unit withstand high temperatures for a long time, and also gives resistance to various damages. Behind the wall of the case, heating elements and casing parts are fixed, which closes the "insides" of the column. And also on the body are the boiler controls.
• Observation window. It looks like an ordinary hole, which is located on the front side of the product and is made in order to visually control the fire of the burner.
• Control system. This unit has two separate regulators - for pressure and for fluid temperature. The boilers are manufactured with regulation of the water pressure, which is produced by turning the handle - you can increase the readings by turning clockwise, and decrease it - against it. The level of flame burning can be set using the slide control.

• Entry and exit highways. The supply of both water and fuel will be carried out using threaded fittings.
• Chimney. The outlet of the gas that has already worked out goes through the pipe, which is located at the top of the product.The diameter of the pipe will directly depend on the performance of the device and has parameters from 10 to 15 cm.
• Node for traction control. This element looks like a sensor. It will monitor the level of available traction. In case of its decrease, the machine will immediately turn off the unit.
• Gas node. This includes a burner and igniter, a special combustion chamber, a special gearbox and all the necessary elements for ignition.
• Water node. Here there is a heat exchanger, released from the pipe in the form of a coil, and strong pipes for transferring and exiting liquid.

Products must have means of controlling the pressure level of the liquid head in the system. When it drops to critical parameters, the heating element should automatically turn off.

The principle of operation of the gas device is as follows:

• as soon as the hot water taps are opened, the necessary coolant enters the heat exchanger;
• at the same time, the heating burner is ignited from the igniter;
• passing through the coil, the water warms up due to the heat that is released in large quantities during the combustion of fuel;
• rapid heating occurs by means of heat transfer at high speed due to the high level of thermal conductivity of the materials used;
• exhausted gases will be released under the influence of chimney draft.

The Bosch concern offers a choice of water heating products with various types of ignition.

That is why flow products are divided into 2 classes.

• Ignition machine. The ignition of the fuel in the burner occurs at the same time as the opening of the taps with hot liquid.
• Ignition semiautomatic. The ignition of the fuel in the combustion chamber comes from the igniter, which must first be ignited.

In the markings of the Bosch brand units there are indices of letters, which indicate a type of ignition system, namely:

• "P" - piezo ignition;
• "B" - electric ignition;
• "H" or "G" - ignition from the hydro generator.

Setting up the instrument for the first time

When you first turn on the household geyser Ariston it must be configured accordingly. All issues related to the installation of the device are detailed in the instruction manual.

The manual includes explanations on how to connect the device to the water supply, turn it on and light the flame. Each action has its own scheme, which must be strictly adhered to in order to avoid problems when using a flowing gas water heater.

Gas boiler Ariston - a reliable unit that, with proper installation, connection and operation, will provide you with hot water at any time of the year

The correct setting is carried out according to the following algorithm:

1. Adjusting the water flow - at this stage, the water flow should be adjusted, it must be made minimal (optimal value is 6, 10 or 12 liters). If this item is not performed at the very beginning, then the entire installation will be inaccurate.
2. Adjusting the water temperature - the mixer supplying hot water must be turned / opened to full power. Moreover, it is allowed to unwind only one valve / open one tap in the entire room. Next, the water temperature is adjusted, after which the tap closes.
3. Gas supply adjustment - for this it is necessary to clarify the minimum parameter of the unit (you can find it in the data sheet of the Ariston column). To regulate the flow of gas, the toggle switch returns to a minimum and the gas supply valve opens.
4. The next step is to open the hot valve. After that, the water heater immediately starts working - the masters recommend that before starting the installation, wait for the pressure to drop in the line, and then turn the gas regulator to the minimum value until the optimum temperature is reached.
5. The final step is to adjust the hot flow. First you need to open the mixer and estimate the temperature of the flow heating, which should be 25 degrees higher than at the outlet. Since the gas boiler heater heats the water gradually, you need to wait.

Experts recommend not to increase the temperature of hot water over 55 degrees, since in this case scale will begin to form in the heat exchanger, which may adversely affect the operation of the device. And in a period of time, cleaning of the column will be required.

The device and principle of operation of Bosch speakers

• Semi-automatic columns - there are two burners in the device: the main and the pilot. The wick burns continuously. When the DHW tap is opened, the igniter ignites the gas on the main burner. The ignition of the igniter is carried out using a piezoelectric element.
• Automatic columns - turn on independently when the DHW tap is opened. The ignition unit produces a spark on the burner, igniting the gas. Bosch automatic gas water heaters, in turn, are divided into two subgroups:
• battery powered;
• using a hydrogenerator to produce sparks.

In addition to the separation according to the principle of ignition, Bosch speakers are divided into two classes according to the internal structure. There are water heaters with closed (turbo) and open (atmospheric) combustion chamber. Turbocharged have built-in fans that blow air to the burner.Atmospheric boilers use natural convection of air masses.

The service life of Bosch speakers is 8-12 years. The service life is affected by the quality of the heated water, compliance with the connection and use rules established by the manufacturer.

More information about the technical characteristics of water heaters can be found in the table:

Technical characteristics of geysers Bosch

The Bosch concern can be called one of the recognized leaders in the production of high-quality water heating equipment. The excellent reliability of this product is confirmed by its demand and only positive feedback from professionals and buyers from all over the world. A distinctive feature of products from Bosch has become a set of simplified functions.

Instructions: how to turn on the geyser (video)

Today, many people use gas water heaters. They provide hot water even when it is turned off. But many consumers have a prejudice that gas water heaters are a great danger. Modern geysers debunk this myth. If you set fire to the column correctly, then it will work properly and is completely safe. Geysers Vaillant, Junkers, Bosch, Ariston enjoy good reviews.

If you have taken care of the arrangement of your country house in advance and installed a gas water heater, you have the last step on the way to a warm and comfortable life. And this step is setting up and properly turning on the column. In order for the gas water heater to work, you will have to do a few simple steps. First, make sure that the gas supply valve that supplies gas to the column is open.Then open the valve responsible for supplying water to the tank of the water heater. Turning on or ignition can be carried out in only three ways, which depend on the design features of the column.

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Self repair

Modern gas boilers are absolutely safe, unlike their early predecessors. Most of the key processes associated with their correct operation are simplified and do not require additional training from the user. But despite this, do not forget that any gas appliance is a source of potential danger.

Consider the example of Bosch WR10.B, WR13.B, WR15.B gas instantaneous water heater models made in Germany, for the markets of Russia, Ukraine, Belarus. These models differ in the amount of heated water.

Before starting, check if the gas and water valves are open, if two 1.5 V R batteries are inserted. These models of heaters are equipped with electric ignition, as evidenced by the index B at the end of the name. Electric ignition takes place using batteries.

To turn on the device, you need to press the power button on the front panel of the device, the column is prepared for operation, is in standby mode. In order for the heated water to go, you just need to open the tap. At this point, the pilot flame is ignited and after four seconds the main flame is ignited, so that the pilot flame is extinguished after about twenty seconds.

These devices do not have a constantly burning wick, which is economical as there is no constant gas flow.During a long break in operation, air can accumulate in the gas system, which will prevent the correct operation of the igniter and, as a result, the main burner will not be able to ignite.

To fix this problem, you need to open and close the hot water tap several times. Water heating is regulated by reducing its flow, by turning the valve clockwise it decreases, counterclockwise, respectively, vice versa, the flow increases and the temperature decreases. At a low water temperature, gas costs are reduced and less scale is formed in the heat exchanger.

On the video, in addition to the startup procedure, you can also learn about setting up the column:

Device and principle of operation

Flowing geysers are a fairly common household item in our country. The reason for their high popularity lies in the affordable cost of gas. If there is main gas in the house, water heaters are the best solution for heating water. There are two types of gas heaters: atmospheric and turbocharged. Atmospheric have an open combustion chamber. Turbocharged, on the contrary, are equipped with a closed combustion chamber. Ariston produces turbocharged geysers. For most models, the internal and external arrangement is the same, it differs only in minor changes in construction and design.

Water heating equipment consists of the following elements:

• a water block where cold water enters;
• a gas heater that helps ignite the gas mixture in the chamber and heats the heat exchanger;
• a combustion chamber in which combustion occurs;
• heat exchanger - a tank in which water is heated;
• a chimney that releases combustion products;
• a fan that cools the radiator;
• sensors that control fuel supply, water temperature, traction, etc.;
• control panel through which the operation of the equipment is controlled.

In addition to the basic equipment, the equipment contains gas supply channels and pipes through which liquid circulates. As for the external device, on the facade of the column there is a viewing window necessary to control the operation of the unit, gas and water flow regulators, as well as a liquid crystal display showing the water temperature.

Pros and cons

Like all devices, Ariston appliances have both positive and negative characteristics. The main advantages of a gas water heater from an Italian manufacturer include the following:

• quiet work;
• use of up-to-date technologies;
• high-quality protection system;
• lack of temperature drops of water when using different modes;
• classic appearance;
• small dimensions;
• good maintainability;
• a copper heat exchanger with a significant service life;
• quite affordable cost.

Despite the rather good popularity and adaptability to difficult conditions, the technique has a number of disadvantages:

• difficult to use at very low water pressure;
• Chinese assembly and, as a result, not too high quality components;
• the high cost of individual components required for repair.

Judging by the reviews of some users, in case of serious breakdowns of gas water heaters from Ariston, it is much easier to purchase a new budget model than to repair the old one. In fairness, it should be said that it will not be difficult to purchase spare parts for repairs, although they can be expensive.

Malfunctions and methods for their elimination

Any technique tends to break down over time. Despite the high-quality assembly of Ariston gas water heaters, there are several types of malfunctions that can occur. Errors in the operation of equipment lead to problems in the operation of the entire column. Fortunately, the owner is able to fix some of the resulting breakdowns and malfunctions himself. In case of minor breakdowns, you do not need to rush to take the device to a service center. First you need to make sure that the communications of the water heater are correctly connected, and that there is enough pressure in the system.

If, nevertheless, the device is connected correctly, then the problem lies in the internal design.

There are several types of technical breakdowns.

• The device does not light up and does not light up. The reason for this may be the wear of parts, for example, the membrane. Or the servomotor has failed. Also important causes of this problem are the lack of water pressure and the low charge of the electric ignition battery. To solve these problems, it is necessary to replace obsolete parts, then the geyser will start working stably again.
• The device does not ignite. If the device cannot be ignited, then the burner chimney is clogged. In this case, it is necessary to check the draft and clean the chimney. For it, you will need specialized descaling powders or ordinary table vinegar.
• The device does not turn on. If it is not possible to turn on the burner, if it goes out and goes out after a certain period of time, these symptoms indicate that a large amount of scale has accumulated in the appliance. After carrying out cleaning work, using special tools, the water heater will start working properly again.
• Appliance does not heat water.The main cause of the malfunction lies in the problem with the radiator. Most likely, it flows, so the owner does not get hot water at the outlet. Also, a faulty membrane can cause a problem. In both cases, parts will need to be replaced. However, the radiator is a rather expensive part. Having found a leak, it can be soldered. This will require a soldering iron with a power of 0.1 kW.

Interruptions in hot water supply deprive us of the usual comfort. To prevent this from happening, you can use additional options for obtaining hot water. One of the devices dedicated to this purpose is a geyser. If you learn how to use it correctly, the technique will be easy to use. And one of the pressing questions: how to turn on the gas water heater?

One of the most common myths that scares off potential buyers is that it is dangerous to use such equipment. However, this prejudice is valid when using old-style models. Today, the units are improved and safe, many of them (for example, offers from Bosch) are equipped with automatic protection
, at which the fuel supply is blocked in an emergency.

To know the rules of use, you should compose and represent it internal organization.
Models of any firms include all of the following elements:

• unit with gas equipment;
• water connection unit;
• exhaust connection system;
• other mechanisms;
• electrical appliances.

The case itself resembles a locker in appearance, which is connected to the water and gas pipelines.The heating elements are located in its lower part and are represented by the main burner and igniter.

How to use a gas column correctly? The operation of the device is carried out according to the following principle:

• cold water under pressure enters the heat exchanger - this will automatically open the fuel valve;
• the ignition device is ignited;
• gas will go to the main burner, where it is ignited from the igniter;
• heat will heat the water;
• products from combustion are removed through a system of chimneys and hoods.

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The difference between these models lies in the amount of heated water per minute. A device equipped with piezo ignition is indicated by the letter P at the end of the name. It has the ability to adjust two parameters, water and combustion power. To turn on the column, you need to move the slider to the ignition position, drown it.

Press the piezo ignition button several times until a flame appears on the pilot burner. Wait ten seconds, release the slider and move it to the desired power position. Moving the slider to the right increases power, and to the left decreases it. The column is in standby mode all the time, if you need to get hot water, you just need to open the hot water valve.

When you need to turn off, move the slider to the left until it stops. After a couple of seconds, the pilot flame will go out. Close the gas valve and water valves.

Watch the video below for instructions on how to turn it on:

Rules for turning on gas water heaters

How to turn on an old column with matches

There are two main types of water heaters that differ in the ignition device. All models, without exception, are equipped with an ignition wick that burns constantly.The first inhabitants of "Stalinka" and "Khrushchev" had to use a column with levers. Later, water heaters with a built-in piezoelectric igniter appeared.

Use the old-style geyser with caution. Failure to follow the rules described in the operating instructions can cause an explosion, gas leakage and equipment failure.

When turning on a flow-type gas water heater, the following rules are observed:

• Checking for draft - before turning on, make sure that carbon dioxide can freely leave the room. Air circulation is checked with a strip of paper or a lit match. An inspection hole is provided in the column housing. A sheet of paper brought to it should stick to the body of the water heater. The tongue of flame should draw into the hole.

It is not so difficult to light an old gas column. Switching off is carried out in the reverse order. First, the main burner is turned off, after which the water is shut off.

How to light a column with a piezoelectric element

Instead of classic columns with control by means of levers, models with mechanical switches in the form of handles have come. The case provided for the piezo ignition of the wick, which allows you to light a gas column without matches. The firing order is as follows:

• The electrovalve is clamped - usually it takes 15-20 seconds for enough gas to accumulate on the wick to ignite.
• It will take 2-3 times to press the piezoelectric element. With a correctly set and working module, it is enough to “click” the piezoelectric element once to light the wick.

Further steps are the same as in the case of a column ignited by matches. In the event of a malfunction of the piezoelectric element, ignition is carried out from matches.

How to light a column with electric ignition

Those who have used automatic gas flow and storage water heaters know that the user does not need to carry out complex manipulations, as is the case with older models. In modern gas water heating equipment, automatic equipment is installed that gives a signal to turn on when a hot water tap is opened.

The spark appears due to the operation of automatic ignition, powered by batteries or the mains. If the water heater is in good working order, a few seconds are enough for the burner to start up and hot water to be supplied to the consumer.

Installing a gas water heater

Before starting the installation, you need to decide at what height the column will be located, this fact is especially important if there are small children in the house. Make sure the fasteners are secure. Using a drill, make holes in the wall and you can screw the speaker with self-tapping screws.

In order to connect the column to the chimney, you need to purchase a flexible corrugation. On the one hand, it should be attached to the outlet, and on the other to the column. As for connecting to gas, it is better to use a tee here, it needs to be cut into the gas pipe and therefore welding is indispensable.

Connecting the column to the water also needs to install a tee. He also crashes into a pipe and after that a Mayevsky crane is installed on him to regulate the water pressure.

The instruction manual for a gas boiler includes explanations on how to connect it to the water supply, how to turn it on and how to light a flame with your own hands. Each action has its own scheme, and there are training videos on the Internet.But once again we recall that the installation and connection of the water heater must be carried out by specialists, since each gas column has its own characteristics.

Boiler characteristics

The boiler is installed as an alternative or main water heating system

All water heaters can be divided into two groups according to the method of heating water: instantaneous and storage.

Accumulative models are equipped with a tank in which water is heated using a heating element. Thanks to the insulation of the tank, the water retains its temperature for a long time. The volume of the tank can exceed 300 liters. Large-sized products are used in large country houses. Accumulators with a volume of about 10 liters can be installed in apartments.

Flow models are suitable for domestic use in apartments. Their principle of operation is to heat the liquid when the tap is turned on. These are compact devices that are installed next to the water tap.

By type of fuel they distinguish:

• Gas appliances. They are quite expensive, but pay off in two years of constant use.
• Electrical. The models themselves have a low cost, but significant electricity costs will be required.

According to the listed characteristics, the owner of a house or apartment selects which boiler suits him best.

Nuances of operation

Consider frequently asked questions when using gas water heaters.

Why does the geyser itself turn on or off

Spontaneous inclusion of the column can occur if there is a leak in the hot water system behind the column. Accordingly, solving the problem with the plumbing eliminates the problem with the column.

Much more often this situation arises: the column continues to work even when the tap is turned off.This happens due to the incorrect operation of the diaphragm (it loses elasticity), which is installed in the water regulator. After the user turns off the hot water, it cannot take the desired position, for some time it presses on the gas supply sensor. In this case, only the replacement of the worn part will help.

If the membrane loses elasticity, the column may not turn off

Is it possible to turn on cold water when the column is on

Many users are lazy, do not know how or do not want to set comfortable settings on their column, and regulate the water temperature by adding cold water to it. You can't do this, here's why:

• this is prohibited in the user manual;
• when mixing water, scale appears on the heat exchanger, which spoils it.

Do I need to turn off the column at night

In older models of speakers, as well as those where piezo ignition is installed, the wick burns constantly. On the one hand, this is not economical, since gas is constantly being consumed, on the other hand, it is potentially dangerous. It is better to turn off these speakers at night and sleep peacefully.

There is no need to turn off a modern geyser

Modern gas water heaters have an automatic ignition system. There is also a whole set of hardware responsible for security:

• thrust sensor;
• flame sensor (monitors its presence);
• temperature sensor allows you to keep it up to 90 degrees.

An alarm signal from any of them leads to the immediate shutdown of the dispenser. This column can be turned off. Usually this moment is not even prescribed in the manual.

The right choice of geysers

If you decide to purchase a gas column device for yourself, then pay attention, first of all, to the power of the model you have chosen. It should be enough to provide all members of your family with hot water.

The power of almost all modern models fits into the range from 3 to 60 kilowatts.

Important! The more powerful the geyser, the more water it will be able to heat within a certain period of time. The average "cell of society", consisting of four people, needs a device with an average power of 16-24 kilowatts

It is more than enough to wash the dishes and everyone was able to take a shower. Even if the device has a low power of 16 kilowatts, it will be able to give 10 liters of hot water, which is enough to be able to wash and wash the dishes at the same time. Of course, if you can, then buy a column with a capacity of 24 kilowatts, as it will be able to provide 24 liters of heated water

The average "cell of society", consisting of four people, needs a device with an average power of 16-24 kilowatts. It is more than enough to wash the dishes and everyone was able to take a shower. Even if the device has a low power of 16 kilowatts, it will be able to give 10 liters of hot water, which is enough to be able to wash and wash the dishes at the same time. Of course, if you can, then buy a column with a capacity of 24 kilowatts, as it will be able to provide 24 liters of heated water.

In addition, it is desirable to take into account the water temperature that a particular model can provide. For its designation, the Latin letters DT are used.For example, if water already enters the heat exchanger at a temperature of 12 degrees, then in it it will heat up to 24. therefore, it can be used even without prior dilution.

Today, there are models that are able to heat water even up to 50 degrees. Their power, as well as the cost, is an order of magnitude higher than conventional models. For this reason, if several plumbing elements are connected to the system at once, then it is better to purchase a more powerful column so that it can provide them all with hot water at the same time.

Also, when buying a geyser, see if it is equipped with security sensors. They are of the following types:

• overheating;
• burner damping;
• burning;
• reduced pressure;
• temperature;
• sudden interruption of water supply.

And remember: gas water heaters are only allowed to be installed in the kitchen! Installation of a geyser in the bathroom is prohibited! Unless it (the bathroom) meets all existing requirements.

As a conclusion

So, we have analyzed what a gas water heater is, what are its features, what malfunctions can occur during operation and how to fix them later. We only note that such devices are extremely economical, especially in the light of ever-increasing utility rates. And the last thing: do not forget that the preventive maintenance of the column should be carried out annually.

Geysers came to our homes at the end of the 19th century thanks to the well-known Professor Junkers. Already at that time, the instantaneous gas water heater included an automatic device, thanks to which it was possible to regulate the power and stop the gas supply in the event of a flame extinction.A little later, the Italians began to produce gas water heaters and the engineer Aristide Merloni founded the company Ariston, which is currently known all over the world.

How to use the Ariston geyser

• installations and connections;
• settings;
• first and second launch;
• replacing batteries and cleaning the water heater.

How to install a column from Ariston

• To the room used for the boiler room
  - ceiling height not less than 2.2 m; total area from 9 m². Be sure to have a window or an opening window, natural supply and exhaust ventilation.
• Strapping scheme
  - the basic connection plan is given in the technical documentation. In front of the column, cut-off valves are installed on the supply and return pipelines. A water filtration system is required.
• Fire requirements during installation
  - the Ariston boiler is hung on a wall made of non-combustible solid material. Wooden surfaces are protected with basalt wool and asbestos or galvanized sheet. When the pipeline passes through the ceilings and the roofing pie, fire breaks are provided.

Ariston gas water heating equipment is not installed in bathrooms, directly above the sink and refrigerator. The connection is performed by representatives of the service department of the manufacturer or the master of Gorgaz.

How to set up an Ariston column

Adjustment of the geyser with a conventional classic device is carried out using two mechanical regulators located on the front of the casing. The left knob controls the intensity of gas combustion, the right one controls the flow rate. The display shows the water temperature. With the help of regulators, the heating is adjusted so that there is no need to mix cold water when washing.

The Ariston columns provide the possibility of transferring to liquefied gas. When re-equipping, they replace nozzles, transfer the water heater to propane.

How to turn on the Ariston column

After closing the water supply tap, the column will turn off. The first start-up of the flow boiler takes place in the presence of the Gas Service inspector. A mark on commissioning is put in the technical passport. Since then, the equipment is under warranty.

How to change batteries in the Ariston column

• at the bottom of the case there is a compartment for installing batteries;
• the lid closes with a swivel mechanism;
• Batteries are placed in accordance with the specified poles.

How to clean the column Ariston

• soot is washed off with a stiff brush with a long pile; ordinary soapy water is used for cleaning;
• scale from the coil is washed out with special chemicals, using pumping equipment;
• a special inspection hatch is provided for cleaning storage tanks.

Despite the widest range of electrical heating appliances on the market, the gas water heater is still one of the most popular means of heating a house and providing it with hot water. This is a fairly economical option, since it allows you to provide several water collection points in the house at the same time. Another advantage of gas water heaters is that they allow the use of hot water, practically unlimited, without any restrictions.