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The Ariston gas boiler is a product of the Italian company Ariston, which takes into account the peculiarities of domestic communications and climatic conditions. These devices, according to manufacturers, are not afraid of our realities – low gas pressure, voltage drops, untreated water and severe frosts.
About Us
The Ariston brand is the brainchild of Vittorio Merloni. His father, Aristide, founded a small business back in the 30s of the last century. Today, this enterprise has become the largest industrial giant, uniting several large companies. The Merloni Elettrodomestici concern was renamed Indesit Company in 2005, which includes several brands, including Ariston. The company occupies the 3rd place in the world in terms of sales of household appliances.
Advantages and disadvantages
Italian boilers are able to operate smoothly even at a pressure of 5 mbar and at a temperature of minus 52 ° C. They are equipped with two mechanical filters that purify the water. The developers took into account almost all the dangerous moments for gas equipment in conditions of increased risks.
Each model is equipped with a self-diagnostic system that simplifies their operation and maintenance. Security systems prevent emergencies by timely stopping the operation of the device. Self-diagnosis is periodically repeated – if the parameters are back to normal, the device will start without human help. Ariston pros:
- Absolute safety – despite the explosive fuel.
- High efficiency. After the combustion of gas, there are almost no combustion products left – all the heating goes to heating.
Cons:
- Outdoor equipment should be placed in a separate room.
- To eliminate pressure surges, it is necessary to install an additional adjustment unit.
What do Ariston products have in common?
Traditional gas heaters are available in nine lines – each of them contains a different number of modifications – from 2 to 7. The lines represent single-circuit and double-circuit versions. Some have a wide range of capacities, others consist of 2-3 options. All traditional Ariston models are distinguished by the following features:
• Automatic control. All modifications have the “auto” function – the intelligent unit itself selects the optimal modes, taking into account changing conditions.
• Can work with a conventional or coaxial chimney.
• Russified control panel. Its logic is intuitive – you don’t even need instructions to figure it out.
• Burner material – stainless steel. Its power is modulated taking into account the given mode. This solution saves gas.
• Self-diagnosis.
• Hydraulic devices are made of high-strength composite materials.
• Expansion tank – 8 l.
• Automatic removal of air from the heating system.
• Protective systems – from blocking, scale, freezing.
• The double-circuit device has a copper heat exchanger – primary, and stainless steel – secondary, for heating domestic water.
• In 2-circuit versions, a “summer” mode is provided – operation only on DHW.
• Condensate tank.
• Temperature sensors – 2-4 pieces, depending on the series.
• High-quality sound insulation. Virtually silent operation.
• Included – instruction manual. All documentation is presented in Russian.
• Warranty – 2 years. For condensing versions – 3 years.
• Average dimensions of 70x42x60 cm are slightly larger than those of competitors.
The models of each line have distinctive design and technical solutions. Also, models may differ in functionality, dimensions, design.
What are they like?
By installation method:
- Wall-mounted – it is compact, has a copper heat exchanger (less often – steel). It is completed with binding elements. Mounted on a flat wall. Mounted models are more sensitive to unstable parameters of gas and water supply.
- Floor devices are more powerful, heavier and larger. They need a fairly large area. Mount them on the floor – on a stand. Production material – cast iron. Power – up to 64 watts. Such heating capacity is enough to heat an area up to 000 sq. m.
By the number of circuits:
- Single-circuit – work only for space heating.
- Double-circuit – heat the house and heat water for domestic use.
By type of combustion chamber and thrust:
- Open firebox (natural draft) – combustion air comes from the room. Such a device is atmospheric.
- Closed chamber (forced draft) – the principle of operation is based on forced ventilation. This is the turbo version.
How to choose?
To choose gas equipment for heating a private house or apartment, you cannot act intuitively – you need to calculate heat losses. For the calculation, the condition is taken that for 10 sq.m. area (height up to 3 m) should account for 1000 watts. But this is just an approximate calculation. It is not recommended to select an option without a margin so that the device does not have to function at the maximum of its resources. It is also necessary to take into account the degree of insulation of the house.
A more accurate calculation is ordered to construction and design companies. The cost of such services depends on the region and amounts to 2-000 rubles. Calculation errors can provoke:
• uneven distribution of heat in rooms;
• lack of hot water.
Operation and maintenance
You should find out from the instructions what the pressure in the expansion tank should be – since it may decrease during operation. It is recommended to check the pressure once a year. You should periodically:
• check filters, clean if necessary;
• clean heat exchangers – this is especially important for hard water;
• change the appropriate gaskets.
The above activities, as well as installation, configuration and first start-up, are the task of the service technicians. The owner only needs to conclude an appropriate maintenance agreement, and follow the manufacturer’s recommendations regarding the operation of the device. A specialist should be called twice a year – you can not start the heating season without an inspection. At the end of the season, you also need to invite a service worker.
Ariston Series
The manufacturer offers three series, each of which has several modifications.
Egis
For those who like to save. Double-circuit models are compact and have increased efficiency. There are filters and anti-scale function, intelligent control and frost protection. Operation at temperatures up to -50° C is allowed. Demanded versions:
• Egis Plus 24 CF is an open firebox.
• Egis Plus 24 FF – closed chamber.
The line is represented by one power – 24 kW. Specifications:
• Dimensions – 40x77x31,5 cm.
• Weight – 30 kg.
• Combustion efficiency. At 24 CF – the second. At 24 FF – the third.
• KPD in 24 CF – 92%, in 24 FF – 94%.
• Productivity on hot water – 9,7 l/min.
You will have to pay 20-000 rubles.
Clas
Bigger and more powerful than Egis. They also have everything for trouble-free operation – frost protection, filters, auto-tuning, fuel consumption control. This series has an 8L expansion tank to heat water. Modifications:
• Clas Evo. AUTO and INFO PLUS functions. The power of the device with a closed chamber is 24 and 28 kW, with an open chamber – only 24 kW. Productivity – 9,9 and 10,2 l / min, respectively. Power consumption – 88,5 kW.
• Clas B – a boiler can be connected.
• Clas Premium – condensing boiler.
• Clas Premium Evo – with PLUS, INFO and AUTO functions.
• CLAS EVO SYSTEM – there is an automation that reacts to the weather and copper heat exchangers. Versions with closed (FF) and open (CF) firebox. Power range – 16-32 kW. The first have an efficiency of 93%, the second have up to 90%.
• CLAS SYSTEM – single circuit versions. Hanging option. 16-000 W.
• CLAS and BS II – heating and hot water. Economy class.
The approximate price is 25-000 rubles.
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Representatives of this series are the most functional wall-mounted versions with two circuits. There is a fan, LCD screen, remote control, weekly programmer. Modifications:
- Genus Evo. Open/closed firebox (turbo). Heat output 24-30 kW.
- Genus premium. Condensing boiler. Increased efficiency – 105%. 24-35 kW. Remote control. Self-diagnosis.
Hotpoint-Ariston Cares X 15 FF
Wall-mounted 2-circuit version. The approximate cost is 27 rubles. Expansion tank for 000 liters. Turbocharged. Protection against overheating, flame out and lack of thrust. Weight – 8 kg. Dimensions (HxWxD) 30x77x40 cm.
MERGE 24 MFFI R
Wall-mounted apparatus “UNO” with instantaneous water heater. Compact – 40x70x25 cm. Closed firebox. 24 300 W – heating capacity. Electric ignition. Protective systems – gas control, antifreeze, heating limitation. There is a water filter. Weight – 29 kg.
Hotpoint-Ariston BS II 15 FF
Mounted device with two circuits. Heat output – 15 000 W. turbo type. Heats an area up to 180 sq. m. Weight – 30 kg. Efficiency-91%. Power consumption – 106 watts. Estimated price – 23 – 000 rubles.
Launch and operation
Start-up and adjustment works are carried out by representatives of the company – employees of the service department. Failure to comply with this requirement will void the warranty. It is enough for the user to read the instructions to figure out how to use the device. It is important to follow the operating rules and perform seasonal maintenance in a timely manner. When a malfunction occurs, an error code appears on the display, indicating the cause of the malfunction or the problem that has occurred. Complete with gas equipment – instructions, passport and connection diagram.
How to fix?
When installing, consider the following points:
- Anchor bolts are used for fastening. Install on any wall – deaf or load-bearing. Wall material – brick, aerated concrete blocks, reinforced concrete slabs.
- The pipe connection is carried out according to the instructions. The data sheet describes in detail the purpose of all conclusions. Shut-off valves are placed directly in front of the apparatus. Cleaning filters and a pressure relief valve are installed at the water supply point.
- Most Ariston models are equipped with a coaxial chimney – exhaust gases are removed through a hole in the wall.
- Additionally, the equipment is equipped with a circulation pump.
- Control unit – regulation of the temperature of DHW and coolant.
- Ariston models are non-volatile, so the instruction prescribes the mandatory installation of a UPS.
Place in demand ranking
Italian boilers of the Ariston brand yielded only to three competitors. The top three are German brands. This VAILLANT, BUDERUS, VIESSMANN. Their products are unrivaled – they are the best. But the fourth place is not bad at all, Ariston left dozens of competitors behind. Ariston is valued for its environmental friendliness, high efficiency, adaptation to Russian conditions and high hot water performance.
Reviews
Clas system 32 FF: Roman E., Gatchina
Works for two seasons. No breakage. Typical Euro boiler. The design is not as cool as Vaillant and Wisman, but this does not affect the operation. But the cost is less and there are no failures in automation. There are problems with air – it gets clogged and does not come out, although the air vent is working fine. The main disadvantage is that it cannot heat my house – an area of 280 square meters, if it is below minus 20 degrees outside. At this temperature, the batteries are warm, and in the house +16. True, they told me that it was necessary to take a more powerful boiler, maybe it’s true.
GENUS PREMIUM EVO SYSTEM 24 FF: Ilya. L., Yelnya
Trouble-free equipment. Not afraid of power surges. Minus – still not silent. We have a wooden two-story house. So on the second floor you can hear that the boiler turned on on the first. I also don’t understand why the electronic recharge function is needed – it still doesn’t recharge itself, it requires pressing a button. In general, I am satisfied with the device, it pays for itself in a couple of seasons.
Ariston boilers, differing from their German counterparts in lower cost, compete with them. The greatest demand among ordinary consumers is for wall-mounted double-circuit models, which make it possible to most effectively solve the problem of heating and hot water supply. The brand offers a wide range of series and modifications – you can choose an option for any need.