DIY repair of a storage water heater Ariston for 80 liters, boiler diagram

Modern gas devices on the market for household water heating appliances meet all European quality and safety standards, and at the same time have a relatively low cost.

But before lighting the Ariston gas column and starting to use it, the owner must carefully and thoroughly familiarize himself with its principle of operation, operating instructions and safety rules. This is what we will talk about in detail in our article, providing the material with visual photos and video recommendations.

Ariston column device and principle of operation

There are atmospheric and turbocharged gas appliances. Atmospheric ones are equipped with an open combustion chamber, while turbocharged ones have a closed chamber. We reviewed the rating of the best flowing gas columns here.

Ariston specializes in the production of boilers and water heaters of both the first and second types and is the market leader in the production of water heaters. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the nuances of connecting the Ariston gas boiler.

Of the entire model range of the brand, the following models are in greatest demand, according to customer reviews:

Ariston fast evo - a modern water heater with electric ignition and an open combustion chamber, with a built-in flame control system, which allows you to maintain a constant temperature in it.
Ariston Marco Polo Gi7S - the most powerful model with an electric ignition and a closed combustion chamber, with an electronic type of control and an overheating protection system.
Ariston CA 11P - a flow-through gas water heater with a piezo ignition system and an open combustion chamber, characterized by simple and easy operation, belongs to the budget price category.

Despite the diversity of the Ariston model range, all devices have a similar structure, differing only in design and minor design differences.

Ariston brand geysers are the bestsellers among water heating equipment, due to their characteristics such as ease of use, economy, safety and modern design

In order to understand how to properly use the Ariston gas column, consider its structure.

A water heater consists of the following main elements:

water block;
gas-burner;
the combustion chamber;
heat exchanger;
chimney;
fan (if it is a turbocharged model);
sensors for monitoring fuel supply, water temperature, traction, etc .;
Control Panel.

In addition to the basic configuration of the Ariston gas column, the device includes gas supply channels and pipes through which water flows.

The main units of the wall-mounted instantaneous water heater Ariston, which ensure its stable and uninterrupted operation

On the front of the boiler body there is a control panel that allows the user to monitor the operation of the device and set the desired parameters, there are gas and liquid flow regulators. A liquid crystal monitor displaying the temperature of the water can also be located here.

If we briefly describe the principle of operation of the gas column, then it is as follows: the gas, burning inside the device, heats the tap water, which passes through the heat exchanger, and then is drained through the tap. You can read more about the principle of operation of the gas column in this material.

Instrument selection

How to choose the most suitable device for your apartment? Let's say you have decided on the volume, deciding that 80 liters is enough for you.You need to decide what price you are willing to pay for this pleasure. Budget boilers are no worse than expensive ones. Maybe not so beautiful with less accurate settings, but Ariston gives a guarantee on all of its models.

Next, we define the shape. It all depends on where you are going to hang it. You can choose round or flat. Perhaps, if there is absolutely no free space on the walls, the only option would be a horizontal water heater.

If you want to save money, take a 1.5 or 1.2 kW device. It will heat up more slowly, but you will save on electricity. Naturally, it is necessary to do what we do with any product in the store - check its integrity with the complete set. Do not listen to sellers' excuses such as "not a big dent, nothing to worry about", you have to live with this device for a long time, demand a replacement.

Budget boilers are no worse than expensive ones. Maybe not so beautiful with less precise settings, but Ariston gives a guarantee on all its models

What you need to know before connecting the Ariston gas column

Ariston water heaters are quite economical and have low gas consumption. At the same time, the boiler has a wide range of operational capabilities.

Before you start using the Ariston geyser, you must do the following:

make sure that the apartment (house) has good ventilation;
check the water pressure - if the pressure mark is below 0.3 atm, then you should take care of additional feeding of the circuit;
if a decrease in water pressure is often observed in an apartment, it is necessary to make sure that there is no fluid leakage from the system itself.

At the same time, it is important to know that such identified malfunctions, such as low water pressure, should only be eliminated by a specialist.

Allow only qualified technicians to install and configure the device. Self-connecting the column to the gas pipeline is not only fraught with fines, but can also cause an accident

Modern geysers Ariston are versatile and quite easy to use. To activate them, you just need to press a button. The required temperature on the brand's gas equipment is set using special control buttons - to supply hot water, it is enough to set 36-56 degrees.

It is also important to know that the water heater turns on immediately after opening the hot water tap. As soon as the user closes the tap, the column stops heating water. If the device needs to be completely turned off, then turn the external switch to the maximum and shut off the gas supply.

The boiler does not turn on

First of all, check the power supply to your storage water heater. Pay attention to the condition of the outlet, whether it is burnt or melted, this may happen due to inadequate parameters of the outlet and the power of the device.

Ring the wire with a tester or indicator screwdriver, the wire may be broken. In a good wire, the indicator lights up only on "phase", on "zero" and "ground" there is no signal. Check the contacts connecting the wire and the water heater; over time, the contacts oxidize and "boil".

If this happens, unscrew the wire, strip the contacts, then reconnect the power cable. Check the serviceability of the RCD by pressing the "Test" button, if the device is turned off, this indicates the serviceability of the RCD. Check if the wires on the electrical panel are securely connected, if the wire is unscrewed or loosely held, screw it on.

The reason may be the disconnection of the fuse in case of voltage surges or in the case when the wire does not correspond to the parameters declared by the manufacturer.For Ariston for 80 liters, the cable must be marked H05VV-F 3 * 1.5 sq. Mm, with a diameter of 8.5 mm, this should be taken into account in case of replacing a faulty cable.

Setting up the device at the first connection

When you turn on the Ariston household gas water heater for the first time, it must be configured accordingly. All questions related to the installation of the device are detailed in Operating Instructions.

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 flow-through gas water heater.

The gas boiler Ariston is a reliable unit that, if properly installed, connected and operated, will provide you with hot water at any time of the year

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

Adjusting the water flow - at this stage, the water flow should be adjusted, it must be made minimal (the optimal value is 6, 10 or 12 liters). If this step is not performed at the very beginning, then the entire installation will be inaccurate.
Adjusting the water temperature - the mixer supplying hot water must be turned / opened to full capacity. Moreover, it is allowed to untwist only one valve / open one valve in the whole room. Next, the water temperature is adjusted, after which the tap closes.
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 gas flow, the toggle switch returns to minimum and the gas supply valve opens.
The next step is to open the hot valve... After that, the water heater immediately starts working - the masters recommend waiting for the pressure in the line to drop before starting the installation, and then turn the gas regulator to the minimum value until the optimum temperature is reached.
Final Step - Hot Flow Adjustment... First, you need to open the mixer and estimate the heating temperature of the flow, 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 more than 55 degrees, since in this case scale will begin to build up in the heat exchanger, which can negatively affect the operation of the device. And in a certain period of time, the column will need to be cleaned.

How to turn on the Ariston water heater after winter: instruction manual

If you do not plan to use the device in the cold season, you should take measures to preserve the system, and, above all, the water heater itself. This requires:

Drain the reservoir completely;
Disconnect the plumbing fittings from the inlet and outlet pipes;
Clean the heating element and the inner surface of the tank;
Liberally grease the threaded surface of the branch pipes with grease or other grease and wrap it with rags or PVC foil.

To turn on the Ariston heater after winter, you need to:

Clean the pipes from grease residues;
Connect the device to the main pipelines;
Make sure that the grounding and wiring are in good condition;
Fill the storage tank with cold water;
Switch on the power supply.

Important!

It is strictly forbidden to connect an empty storage heater to the mains!

Due to the simplicity of design, reliability and affordable price, Ariston storage water heaters for 30, 50, 80 and 100 liters are deservedly popular. A wide range of models allows you to choose a model in accordance with the needs and financial capabilities.However, one should not forget that only full compliance with the operating instructions and timely maintenance will ensure efficient operation and prevent premature failure of the Ariston boiler.

Firing up a water heating device

Depending on the model of the gas water heater, you can light it in three ways:

manual - using a piezoelectric element or matches (relevant for old speaker models);
electric ignition (from batteries or from a 220 V network);
from the turbine.

Manual ignition column is possible with matches, if we are talking about a model of the old model.

Before turning on such an Ariston gas column, you need to do the following:

Open the water inlet tap connected to the device.
Turn the main valve to supply fuel to the pilot.
Light the wick with matches.
Switch on the gas regulator.

This method of ignition is not absolutely safe. Therefore, it is necessary to follow all safety rules and keep children away from the device.

In order to light the water heater manually, open the water supply valves and the main one for the gas supply, and then light the wick

Manual version with piezo ignition more comfortable. Simply push a button to light the wick in the combustion chamber. Water heaters with piezo ignition need not be turned off completely - when the water is turned off, only the wick will burn. Disadvantage of the method: increased gas consumption.

Devices with automatic ignition the safest and most convenient to use. The latest models of water heating technology are equipped with this option.

Detailed instructions for turning on an Ariston column with automatic ignition:

Make sure the tap on the cold water inlet to the water heater is open.
Make sure the gas valve is also open.
Check if the batteries are installed correctly (1.5 V LR20).
Turn the adjustment knob between the minimum and maximum positions.

To turn off the gas water heater, just close the hot water tap. If it is required to completely turn off the gas column, then first you need to turn the handle (on the control panel) to the OFF position until it stops. Then turn off the gas valve on the pipeline.

After completely freeing from water, close the water valve on the water supply in front of the gas water heater.

Gas water heaters with automatic activation are considered the easiest and most comfortable to use. In order to light the column, it is enough to check whether the batteries are inserted correctly and turn the knob between the divisions "minimum" and "maximum"

Cold or insufficiently hot water flows from the boiler

The cause of a malfunction of this nature can be a breakdown of a heating element, a thermostat and a large layer of scale on these devices. Before determining the cause of the malfunction of the 80 liter Ariston water heater and doing repairs with your own hands, you should turn off the power supply and drain the water.

Then, using a 13 key, a Phillips screwdriver, remove the protective box and loosen the bolts on the mounting plate. Carefully remove the flange on which the heating element and thermostat are attached. Now you need to descale these 2 devices.

Boiler protective cover

The thermostat should be unscrewed, cleaning the attachment points to the flange from sediment, then carefully, using a screwdriver, free the thermostat from scale. You can check the operability by using a tester, the absence of a signal on its contacts indicates a malfunction and the need for replacement, since the thermostat cannot be repaired.

You can also check the heating element for operability using a tester by connecting the ends of the tester to the contacts of the heating element. If there is voltage, the heating element is working properly, but it needs to be cleaned. The heating element can be cleaned with a screwdriver, carefully removing the pieces of deposits.

Then you need to prepare a solution of citric acid - 100 g per 1 liter of water and immerse a heating element in the solution. The effect of the solution on the device will be indicated by air bubbles that appear as a result of the reaction. If such an action is not enough for complete cleansing, you can put a vessel with a solution and heating elements on a slow fire.

After cleaning the heating element, descale the tank. Care should be taken not to damage the inner surface of the tank. If it is possible to remove the heater from the wall, cleaning can be done with a citric acid solution by pouring it into the tank.

There may be a lot of rubbish in the tank.

After the performed manipulations, assemble all the parts in the order in which they were disassembled and carefully insert and secure the flange. Make sure that during assembly there are no distortions of parts, do not overtighten the bolts, change the gasket between the body of your storage boiler and the flange, since the flange gasket was also exposed to salts.

Rules for using the column in apartments

Each Ariston model comes with an instruction manual. The manual explains in detail the basic rules for using the device, safety standards and much more. If you adhere to all the manufacturer's recommendations, then the service life of the unit will be longer, and the likelihood of malfunctions and dangerous situations is less.

Manufacturer's recommendations for use

Basic recommendations for operation:

It is not allowed to place foreign objects on the surface of the device.
Cleaning and repairing the device is allowed only when it is disconnected from all power sources (water supply, gas, electricity).
If you detect any foreign odors that come from the gas equipment, it must be immediately disconnected from the mains.
In the event that the controller of combustion products is out of order, it is prohibited to turn on the column.

Only if all of the above rules are observed, the use of Ariston gas equipment will be safe.

If the operation of the device is improper, and its care is not proper, it can lead to the most unpredictable consequences, including explosions, fires and fatal poisoning. Therefore, in order to avoid troubles as a result of improper maintenance, it is best to choose a gas company and conclude a maintenance contract with it.

If you follow all the rules for operating the Ariston gas water heater, it will last a long time and without interruption, providing comfort and coziness in the apartment

Safety regulations

The main safety rules that every consumer should know who has installed an Ariston gas water heater in an apartment (house):

If you smell gas, immediately stop using gas appliances and turn off the taps of all devices. After that, you must immediately call the emergency service.
It is not allowed to unauthorized gasification of apartments, as well as disconnection of old and connection of new gas appliances.
It is forbidden to allow preschool children, as well as disabled persons, to use the column.
It is not permissible to use kitchens and other rooms where gas equipment is installed for sleep and relaxation.

In gasified rooms, the ventilation ducts must be constantly open, and when using gas appliances, the vents must also be opened.

We examined more information on safety measures and rules for operating gas equipment in the next article.

Dripping water

If water drips from the water heater, the reason may be the absence of a safety valve, installation of a valve with inappropriate parameters, clogging of its deposits.In this case, the excess pressure, which appears as a result of an increase in temperature and the absence of its release, acts on the walls of the tank.

Over time, this situation leads to a violation of the integrity of the welds and the leakage of the tank. Do-it-yourself tank repair is impractical if the tank is made of stainless steel requires argon welding, performed only by specialists, if the tank is covered with glass enamel, welding is impossible.

Replacing the tank will damage the housing. In the event of a tank leak, the water heater will have to be replaced. In order not to lead to this, monitor the serviceability of the safety valve and carry out its timely cleaning.

The case rusts from water leakage

In working condition, when heated, water should drip from it, but if water drips even when the unit is turned off, it should be calibrated or replaced with a new one. When buying a new one, be sure to choose a valve with the same parameters as on the standard one. Calibration can only be carried out by specialists of the service center.

To determine the nature of the malfunction and its elimination, it is desirable to have an idea of the boiler device. Below is a diagram of a device with horizontal and vertical installation type.

How to clean the boiler?

To clean the water heater, you will need the following devices: knife, flashlight and metal brush for washing dishes. Initially, you need to disconnect the heater from the power supply. You also need to turn off the water supply throughout the house, or apartment.

Then, you need to remove the cover, which is located at the bottom of the tank, and disconnect all the wires there. All water is drained from the tank through a hose attached to the drain valve. There are bolts at the bottom of the tank that must be unscrewed, while substituting any container.

To thoroughly clean the boiler, the electrical part is removed from it. It must be removed very carefully so as not to snag the rubber gasket. The removed electrical part must be cleaned with a special iron mesh, or with a certain chemical agent.

The next stage of cleaning is to remove scale and debris from the tank. To do this, you need to completely inspect the cavity of the tank (using a flashlight) and clean out all the debris by hand.

The cleaned tank must be thoroughly dried, after which it is already possible to collect it in its original state. Also, before starting work, you should check the tightness of the tank.

If the rubber seal does not allow water to pass through, then the boiler can be put into operation.

Boiler connection Ariston

It is better if this work is carried out by specialists. The rules to be followed when installing the device are given below:

The safety valve must be inspected and must be free from visible defects. If they are present, then the damaged part should be replaced.
Plastic dowels are used for screwing in screws.
It is imperative to check all grounding elements.
A separate power line is required for the electric heater to operate. The use of extension cords is strictly prohibited. The socket is placed in a dry place.
In operation, you must use the plug that came with the kit.

Ariston 80 water heater performs the following function:

Turn on / off. After switching on, the entire system starts, which is due to the illuminated indicators, the temperature of the water in the boiler will be displayed. If the indicators are not displayed or are blinking, this indicates a system shutdown.
The ariston abs vls 80 water heater has a power level adjustment function, which makes it possible to set the necessary indicators.
The ariston abs vls pw 80 water heater allows you to use an antibacterial function that can be activated or deactivated by holding down the power button for 5 seconds.
Possibility to adjust the temperature using the "+" or "-" buttons in the range from 30o to 75o; The displayed indicators are not fixed.After restarting, you need to set the values again. Standard values of temperature are 75 °, power - 1500 W.

Connections, 4, first start, Z. front panel installation

First start-up, Front panel installation

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Connections

The device is delivered fully equipped and ready for

connection. The supplied set of additional equipment includes:

Natural gas connection

(fig. 7): Gas connection 01) (external thread) 3 4 inches.

Gas connection

(fig. 7): Note: a pressure regulator should be used

gas required to ensure the required pressure and gas flow rate.

Length of piping between gas pressure regulator and

the gas water heater should be no more than 2 meters. If in

the after-heater runs on liquefied gas.

use two cylinders connected in parallel.

Cold water connection

(fig. 7): Nipple01) 1 4 x 0 75 (external thread) 1 2 in.

The package includes 4 gaskets.

fig. 7

Important!

ALWAYS carry out

cleaning water and gas pipelines from dirt before making

installation of a gas water heater.

Hot water connection is carried out using

flexible hose (TV) '(Fig. 7) installed on the water heater.

Chimney connection

(fig. 3)

This water heater is only connected to a natural draft chimney. Connection

provided by means of a coupling (diameter indicated in the dimension table) inside the ventilation duct. Be sure to provide a condensate drain on the chimney so that condensate that may form in the pipe cannot enter the device.

(^ 4, First start

The first start-up of the water heater must be carried out by a qualified technician.

- Check if the cold water and gas supply taps are open. - Check the tightness of the gas circuit. - Switch on the water heater. - Follow the instructions given in chapter 6 “Controls and operation”.

(h. Installing the front panel

Remove the protective film from the front panel

Place the front panel on the device (fig. Insert the two side slots of the front panel into