Geyser Ariston Marco Polo Gi7S 11L FFI [turbocharged]

Geysers Ariston - products of the Italian brand of the same name, have been popular in Russia since the 90s. Affordable cost that attracts Russian consumers is achieved through the location of production facilities in China. The technique is adapted to specific operating conditions - the possibility of low water pressure and its increased hardness are taken into account. Ariston instantaneous water heaters are distinguished by a large range of performance - the brand presents a range in which you can find an option for any need - from low-power versions to models that can simultaneously serve several points of water intake.

About company

Ariston is an Italian brand that has been supplying Europe with gas equipment for hundreds of years. The company's products are renowned for their quality; the assortment includes a wide variety of household appliances - from dishwashers to water heaters. The headquarters are located in Fabriano. After rebranding in 2005, the name of the company changed to Indesit Company. This concern, in addition to Ariston, owns the brands Hotpoint, Indesit and Scholtes. Today Ariston ranks third in the world ranking of household appliances sales.

Description of washing machines of the Italian company

Household appliances offered by Italian manufacturers are perfect for any interior due to high-quality workmanship and beautiful appearance. They are popular in many regions of Russia and the world.

A wide range of functions provides a high-quality wash for the hostess of any fabric. The presence of external indication helps in tracking the processes of the washing machine. We offer such a popular mode as "Delayed start", this function allows the loaded unit with laundry to be turned on at the right time for washing. Many housewives leave reviews about the purchased washing machine.

What do the Ariston models have in common?

Ariston gas equipment supplied to Russia is assembled in China. The relocation of production facilities had a favorable effect on the cost of the speakers, and their parameters fully comply with European quality standards. The products are distinguished by their reliability, maintainability and well thought-out design. Common to all brand modifications:

• Simple classic design.
• Compact design.
• Equipped with security systems. Gas control, traction and temperature sensors, overheating protection are provided. The system allows you to prevent an emergency in case of any malfunctions in water supply and gas supply.

All equipment on sale has test settings - they are set in production according to standard operating parameters. After purchasing the equipment, each owner can adjust it in accordance with the specific parameters of pressure and head. You can do it yourself - just read the instructions. If in doubt, contact the service department - specialists will professionally perform the setting. This will not only ensure efficient and comfortable operation of the device, but also extend its service life.

Review of the hostesses about the washing machine Ariston

Various models of the Italian company are bought in Russia in large quantities, the company's specialists carefully monitor all reviews about their products. This allows you to correct flaws, as well as add new functions that the hostess in the house needs. Product feedback is always important to manufacturers.

Positive reviews are left about the "Biophase" function, which allows you to wash fabrics with difficult dirt. The hostesses note:

1. Quiet operation of these washing machines.
2. Affordability for the population.
3. Washing quality.
4. Great design.

Different models of washing machines are bought in Russia, among them the Italian brand Ariston with different modifications of machines. A Hotpoint - Ariston WMUF 5050 B unit is often purchased, which has the following characteristics:

• Loading of linen is frontal.
• The weight of dry laundry for washing is 5 kilograms.
• Electronic control of the machine.
• Technical indicators of washing: class (A), "Delayed start", 1000 rpm, additional protection against leaks, intelligent washing control.

Review: Washing machine Ariston, I liked it: in fact, a narrow washing unit for small apartments, but it washes 5 kilograms of linen, the loading window opens almost 180 degrees, large. It squeezes out perfectly, a gradual set of speed, when the laundry has settled down incorrectly, the speed is reset, and the process is repeated, so the machine does not jump at high speeds. There are many useful programs for removing stains. As a result, clean linen.

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Disliked: the short length of the standard filling hose, the large required height for the drain hose, 65 centimeters, otherwise the wash will not start. Whistling sound appears during the "Spin" process. Overall evaluation of the product, good plus.

Balabayeva Lyudmila

Review of Hotpoint - Ariston WMUF

Positive feedback: the load capacity of laundry, which can be put up to 5 kilograms, is easy to understand (even for the elderly). The legs of the machine are protected by rubber caps, the washing cycles are adjusted, in fact, an excellent machine for a small "Khrushchev".

In the process of washing, the following disadvantages are noted: the unit in the "spin" mode starts to whistle, I did not find out more significant defects. Even the whistle can be removed when washing is carried out at night, turn off the spin mode. Assessment of unit performance is good.

Antonina Vasilievna Chukhrai

Review of the Ariston washing machine, which is attractive for its cost and overall dimensions, given the performance. After the purchase in May 2020, I revealed the shortcomings: the whistle that appears in the "spin" mode is absent, but I tried all the modes, the wash is the same in quality, only the wash timer changes. The water in the unit does not heat up well. Overall rating is satisfactory.

Alexandra Shulgina

Pros and cons of Ariston speakers

Benefits:

• Quiet work. During ignition and operation, there are no extraneous sounds and clicks.
• Temperature stabilization in different modes.
• Copper heat exchanger - durable, resistant to temperature extremes and scale.
• Manufacturing and assembly are carried out using European technologies.
• Spectacular design.

Disadvantages:

• Shutdown when pressure drops in water supply tubes. This disadvantage is especially noticeable on the last floors of apartment buildings.
• There is a doubt about the durability of the components - the Chinese assembly affects.
• The high cost of spare parts. If the equipment breaks down, it is more profitable to buy a cheaper analogue from less well-known manufacturers than to change the unit that has failed.

When choosing a model, consider the need for hot water volumes, the number of water intake points and your budget. The price of inexpensive versions is up to 10,000 rubles. But they are not durable. To purchase a reliable speaker with durable components, you need to pay an order of magnitude more.

What you should pay attention to

When going to the store to buy a washing machine for washing, you need to know exactly what its functions are most important for the hostess, the place where it will be installed. A built-in machine is bought for the kitchen, a separate model for the bathroom, which method of loading linen is preferable: horizontal or vertical. Important in the selection process and the volume of the washing drum, what material it is made of.
The Ariston company offers different types of washing machine models.What indicators attract housewives to buy cars:

1. Excellent quality of the products offered.
2. Large selection of washing machine models.
3. The presence of the necessary functions in each model: it erases any fabric, even lace.
4. Quiet operation.
5. Setup setup, balanced system and Super Silent mode.
6. Drying modes.
7. The economy of this brand of machines.
8. Enhanced features: "Whitening", "Easy ironing".

Model overview

Ariston Fast Evo Series

Two modifications are presented with a productivity of 11 and 14 liters per minute, respectively Fast Evo11b and Fast Evo 14b. These are automatic speakers with electric ignition - to maintain the function, you need two batteries, which last for a couple of years. Temperature constancy is maintained by a flame modulation system. There are devices:

• Type C. Here the front panel is equipped with a digital display - to control the set parameters. If the settings are incorrect, the screen will display an error code - having looked at its meaning in the instructions, the user adjusts the device for specific parameters. Management - push-button.
• Type B. There is a mechanical handle - to switch the temperature mode.

Advantages of modification 11b:

• Works at two points of water intake.
• Ignition at minimum head.
• Stable outlet temperature.

Cons of 11b:

• Unpresentable design.
• Users notice a hum at a small flame, which disappears when fully burned.

Advantages of modification 14b:

• Stylish design.
• Minimum adjustment - only one temperature mode is set.
• Temperature stability.
• Quiet ignition.

Cons of 14b:

• Battery replacement.

Marco Polo Series

The series is represented by two models - Gi7S and M2. Both are discontinued. Flow heaters. Turbocharged system. No chimney. Closed combustion chamber. The pipe is brought out into the street - the combustion products are removed through a window or a hole made in the wall. Installation of such devices is carried out after an appropriate permit issued by the gas supervision. Both models have an open combustion chamber. Polo power Gi7S - 22 kW, M2 - 18 kW. Productivity, respectively, 11 and 10 l / min. Such devices are valuable for rooms without a stationary chimney. The disadvantage of the series is its volatility. The fan is powered by 220 V.

DGI 10L CF Superlux

Budget version. The assembly is Russian. Mechanical control. Automatic electric ignition - batteries required. Productivity - 10 l / min. Estimated cost 7,000 rubles. Technical specifications:

• The maximum heating is 75 ° C.
• Power 19 200 W.
• There is a gas control system. Overheat protection.
• Chimney type.
• Gas consumption - 2 cubic meters m / h.

It can operate on any type of gas - natural or liquefied. There is a winter-summer switch. Wall mount. Vertical layout.

Storage heaters

Storage water heaters are presented in two modifications:

• Ariston SGA 200.8650 watts. Open combustion chamber. Heating +75 ° С. Tank capacity - 195 liters. It ignites automatically. There are indicators - heating and switching on. There is a thermometer. The container is covered with enamel inside. Works on any type of gas. Protective gas control system. Vertical installation. Outdoor type. Magnesium anode. Dimensions - 49.5 × 170x35 cm.
• Ariston SUPER SGA. Capacity 100 liters. Dimensions 95 × 49.5 × 51 cm. Tank cover, installation and other points are similar to the previous model.

Italian storage water heaters with natural draft provide the house with hot water for any volume of consumption and regardless of the temperature of the incoming water. They are used both in everyday life and in industry. Pluses SUPER SGA:

• Adaptation to Russian conditions - they work stably at low parameters of gas pressure and pressure in water supply pipes.
• High-resistant enamel on the inner surface of the tank is an exclusive development of the company.
• Three security devices. The water heater is equipped with a thermocouple, temperature and flue gas sensors.
• Serial or parallel connection.
• Fuel economy.
• Effective thermal insulation - reduces heat loss by 20%.
• Magnesium anode.
• Piezo ignition.
• There is no electrical connection.
• Robust steel body.
• There is a regulation and indication of temperature.

The principles of selecting a turbo column

Selection of a turbo column
The assortment of gas water heaters with a turbo mode on the Russian market is frankly small. For many years, one model from Bosch dominated, which was frankly not the best in its mechanical characteristics, a little later a variant from Ariston of the Marco Polo series was added, both variants were practically the only choice in the CIS.

Now the situation has leveled off somewhat, but below we will consider turbocharged speakers from different manufacturers in bulk. This is due to the fact that even in 2020, only the largest manufacturers have a full line of closed chamber heaters.

The second reason, as already mentioned, lies in the rather high price. We neglect everything that is more than a thousand dollars (Bosch, for example, has several models and is much more expensive). From the point of view of practicality and taking into account the Russian climate, it is better to buy a double-circuit boiler already with a heating function for almost the same amount, and the lack of waiting for heating is more than compensated by the possibility of using full-fledged independent heating.

Hydrocarbon-fired hot water systems depend primarily on the pressure of the gas mixture. When it comes to a propane-butane system powered by a cylinder, an appropriate reducer is usually installed. Turbocharged speakers with the ability to connect cylinders are marked separately. If the column is traditionally connected to the gas main, then the end user does not influence anything in this regard.

The second required parameter is water pressure. In most of our systems, for all standards, it is within 0.15 bar. But in the case of a serious rupture, the ability to survive a water hammer with a force of up to 12-15 bar is usually included in the design of the columns.

It should be noted that turbo gas water heaters often fall prey to the "advanced" system. In cases of "intelligent" flame control, a water pressure monitoring sensor can be installed and the burner can be adjusted accordingly. The problem is that such sensors in many mid-price models are incredibly capricious, which is why an icy stream or the coolest boiling water periodically flows from the column.

The productivity of the column is calculated by how many liters are heated per minute. In the case of turbocharged columns, this parameter directly depends solely on the power of the blower, which provides the flow, because the diameters of the supply pipes are standardized. The recommended performance of the column for various household needs can be briefly described by the following diagram:

Column circuit

On average, it is assumed that one water intake point is a mixer, which consumes about 7 liters of water per minute. The picture as a whole is universal both for simple speakers with an open chamber and for turbo systems.

The issue of firing up the device is relatively simple to solve. Any hot water equipment can be started in the following ways:

• manually, with open fire, first of all with a matchbox. The simplest option, but also the most fire hazardous. In addition, the mechanical structure breaks down;
• piezoelectric element, included with a separate button.
• Electric ignition. Best Possible Option.

Turbocharged speakers use the latter option.

Advice. Other things being equal, choose a simpler design. If there is no significant increase in performance and smoothness of heating control, there is little sense in additional sensors, they cost a large amount, and fault tolerance is much lower.There are also very reliable technically advanced models, but they are much more expensive.

Malfunctions

Do not rush to send the device for repair to a service center, some problems are solved on their own. For example, replacing batteries. The nature of the faults can be judged by the number of indicator flashes:

• The constant burning of the light indicates that it is time to replace the batteries.
• A single flash of the indicator indicates a malfunction of the microswitches.
• Double flashing of the indicator indicates the need to replace the temperature sensor.
• A triple flash indicates the absence of a flame during ignition - an electrode for ignition and a sensor that controls the flame are suspected.
• Four flashes of the indicator indicate a malfunction of the gas valve.
• Five flashes indicates overheating. It is necessary to check the condition of the chimney.

The principle of operation of the column water block

The hollow frog device is divided into two parts by a rubber membrane. One half of the reducer is connected to the cold water supply, the second is a stem connected to the gas valve. On the metal rod of automatic water heaters there are “wings” connected to the electric ignition unit.

The principle of operation of the gas-water unit of the gas column is as follows:

• when the cold water tap is opened, one of the cavities is filled with water;
• under the pressure of water, pressure is exerted on the membrane of the water unit;
• the diaphragm under pressure bends and presses on the rod located in the second cavity;
• a metal rod presses on the valve, opening the gas supply;
• in the automatic dispensers on the rod there are ears connected to the ignition unit;
• a spark is supplied to the burner, igniting the flame;
• after closing the hot water tap, the structure and internal parts of the unit return to motion;
• the stem returns to its original position thanks to the spring and closes the gas supply.

The device of the gas water heater reducer may differ depending on the model of the gas water heater, but the general principle of operation of the unit remains unchanged. Any malfunctions are reflected in equipment malfunctions. A breakdown can be determined by several characteristic features.

How to repair a water heater?

The duration of the operation of the gas water heaters is affected by the quality of the water. In case of minor malfunctions, you can cope with the repair on your own. Classic malfunctions of gas-fired water heaters:

• The appliance does not turn on or turns off after a short time - "symptoms" indicating that scale has accumulated in the heat exchanger. It needs to be cleaned with a special product.
• You cannot get hot water at the outlet - most likely the radiator is leaking. Another option is incorrect adjustment of the water or gas supply.
• The burner does not ignite. Check the draft - the chimney may be clogged.

Gas column Ariston CA 11P

Artem
We bought the Ariston CA 11P gas water heater 5 years ago, and during this time it has never seriously let us down. Of course, there are some drawbacks, but they are not critical, and we are already used to them. The column keeps the set temperature almost stably, but with an abrupt change in pressure, the temperature levels out for a long time. It should also be noted that the head at the outlet clearly does not match the head at the outlet - probably the inner tubes are very thin. In the third year of operation, it began to drip, but the problem was solved by replacing some gasket, the master was engaged in the repair. But in general, the column is decent, although many frankly do not praise it - if you want perfection, buy more expensive models.

Advantages:

• Cheap, quality matches the price;
• Clear control and pleasant appearance;
• Can maintain the temperature of the water, although it does so rather slowly;
• Reliability, since there have been no serious breakdowns for 5 years;
• Smooth ignition, no pops and no explosive rumble.

Disadvantages:

• Obviously, they saved on the materials of the case, since it is very thin, like made of foil;
• Somewhat noisy, which is noticeable at night;
• Batteries run out quickly;
• It starts poorly at low water pressure, you have to open and close the tap several times before hot water flows out of it.

Prevention and elimination of malfunctions

If you use a moderate heat - up to 40-45 ° C, you can avoid limescale in the radiator. If the problem cannot be avoided, you will have to clean the radiator. To rinse it, you will need tools: flat and cross screwdrivers, open-end wrenches, gaskets and a hose, special descaling powder (you can use vinegar). Cleaning technology:

• Remove the cover and fittings.
• Cut off the water supply at the entrance. Open the nearest hot water tap.
• Unscrew the supply pipe from the radiator, take it to the side.
• Pour about 1 liter of water from the heat exchanger.
• Put on the hose at the radiator inlet - pour the descaling compound through it. This should be done gradually. Cleansing will take 3-4 hours. To speed up the process, you can heat the active substance by turning on the igniter.
• At the end of the cleaning, the liquid is drained. The scale will come out - the pressure will increase.

A radiator is an expensive item. Replacing it is costly. If there is a leak, the heat exchanger can be soldered at 180 ° C. We need a 0.1 kW soldering iron. Leaks often appear on the outside of a heat exchanger made of cheap material. The microcrack is cleaned with sandpaper, wiped with a rag with solvent and sealed. Before brazing, the water is drained by blowing out the remaining drops using a compressor or vacuum cleaner.

Self repair Ariston

The Ariston company manufactures high-quality household appliances, but over time, their units break down for various reasons. Important! Cars of this brand can be repaired! The company's specialists have developed such a design of the washing unit that the components can be easily changed.

Craftsmen who repair various types of household appliances are trained in repair, study the functionality of the washing machine, its principle of operation. Frequent faults:

1. Clogged drain hose on washing machines.
2. Breakdown of the drain pump.
3. The heating element (TEN) has burnt out.

In these cases, it is necessary to assess the scope of the malfunctions and, if you can fix them, do it yourself. The blockage from the hose is removed by cleaning it, you also need to clean the outlet filter and adjacent pipes.

Large things forgotten in clothes: chains, coins, key chains, can break not only the filter, but also the drain pump. It can be easily removed according to the attached instructions in the product, its impeller is freed from the threads that are wound around it during the washing process.

The heating element can burn out due to the quality of the water, so its replacement is possible on your own, but if all repair work is difficult, it is better to call a trained household appliance repair specialist.