Gas boilers "Gepard": characteristics, device, installation and feedback

With the onset of winter, you want so much comfort and warmth in your home. But the owners of real estate is also pleased with the modest electricity bill. If you install a gas boiler in your home, you can enjoy its power and energy efficiency. However, the store today is represented by a huge number of such devices, and making the right choice can sometimes be quite difficult. Among others, you will find gas boilers "Gepard", which are known to the Russian consumer for more than a year. This equipment is inexpensive, high-quality, and also belongs to the middle class and has European quality. It is possible to verify this by reading the characteristics presented below.

Characteristics

Gas boilers "Gepard" of double-circuit type are used for heating and provision of housing with hot water supply. Heating of the liquid is done separately, the sanitary water enters the radiators and the bathroom, while the drinking water enters the kitchen. The system has a built-in water heater, the volume of which can be from 30 to 60 liters. If there are several water intake points in the house, then a larger volume of liquid is consumed, in this case it is best to install the second option.

Single-circuit gas boilers "Gepard" have a boiler of indirect heating. At the same time, maximum consumption of heated water is possible without unnecessary load. In the designs, room temperature controllers are used, and the heating liquid and the water supply system are heated separately. Among the popular models of the manufacturer can be identified Protherm "Panther 25 KTV". This wall equipment, the maximum capacity of which is 24.6 kW. The device has a closed combustion chamber and costs 33,600 rubles. If we are talking about the Protherm model "Cheetah 23 MTV", then its maximum power is 23.3 kW, and the cost is 27,600 rubles. The "Cheetah" series is represented by both closed and open combustion chambers. The first version of the boilers can be installed in a room where there is no chimney. This is provided by a coaxial system, through which gases are vented.

Reviews about the boiler "Proterm Cheetah 23 MTV"

If you are interested in gas boilers "Gepard", then you can pay attention to the characteristics of the model mentioned in the subheading. Installation in the apartment will take a minimum amount of time and money, the equipment will be able to maintain a comfortable temperature. Heating is carried out in the range from 38 to 60 ° C, with regard to hot water supply, and from 38 to 80 ° C for the heating system. According to buyers, the design is quite sensitive to hard water, so it's best to take care of the cleanliness of the liquid. To do this, a filter is installed. Customers also like the fact that this equipment goes on sale without extra charges, so you can purchase devices at a minimum cost.

Boiler installation

Gas boilers "Gepard", reviews about which you could read above, should be installed taking into account the requirements, they require the presence of an area that should be equal to 4 m ² or more. The height of the ceilings should be 2.5 m. The width of the door should be equivalent to 80 cm, the unit should be illuminated through the openings. The presence of window openings is also stipulated by the rules. For every 10 m ^{2 of the} room there must be a minimum of 0.3 m ^{2 of the} window. When installing a gas boiler "Proterm Cheetah", it is important to ensure good ventilation in the room, because the combustion of gas is provided by fresh air. The area of the oxygen inlet should be equivalent to 8 cm ² for each kilowatt of power. Pipes, through which gas will be transported, should be made of metal. Flexible hoses are used only to connect consumers.

In the power supply system of the equipment there must be a machine with thermal protection. Gas equipment must be located in the basement of a private residential building. If we are talking about a multistory apartment building, then a gas boiler in the basement can not be located. The gas boiler "Proterm Cheetah" must be provided with a meter. From the gas equipment the device should be removed at least 20 cm, this also applies to flammable materials. Depending on the capacity of the equipment, the distance between the wall and the boiler can be from 30 to 50 cm.

Boiler arrangement

The gas boiler "Gepard 23" consists of a housing inside which there is a combustion chamber. Outside its walls are covered with insulation material. The gas burner and igniter are located below. On top is the main heat exchanger made of heat-resistant steel or cast iron, through which a coolant passes. The secondary heat exchanger is located outside the combustion chambers. Before the burner, an automatic element is installed, which provides for the presence of a gas valve and a thermostatic regulator. A three-way valve is used to mix and distribute water flows . In addition to the main equipment, the device is supplied with a circulation pump, expansion tank and a fan for forced supply of fresh air.

Basic boiler faults

The gas boiler "Gepard", the price of which was mentioned above, may encounter some malfunctions during operation. For example, error f28 on the display indicates that the ignition attempt failed. It is necessary to purge the injectors, and also check the gas supply. Then you need to try to rekindle it again. But if you see the error f75 on the display, it indicates a repeat of the pressure level check error. In this case, you should call a specialist to inspect the condition of the heating system.

Conclusion

After installing the gas equipment "Gepard" the first settings should be performed by a specialist of the company. This is required in order to select the most suitable pressure level for the heating system and to set the temperature at the desired level. Otherwise, the warranty may not apply to the equipment.