Gas boilers Siberia: reviews, overview of models, characteristics

The gas boiler Siberia in many respects left far behind its competitors. Having recently appeared on the market, Rostovgazoapparat products are popular, occupying the first lines of ratings in positions related to quality and reliability. The equipment, differing in technical characteristics, is used to heat premises of any area – from residential buildings to industrial enterprises. The consumer is attracted to Siberia boilers by stylish design, innovative solutions and impeccable technical characteristics.

About Us

The Siberia brand is owned by CJSC Rostovgazoapparat. This is a large company that produces gas equipment. The plant was founded in 1888. Location – Rostov-on-Don. The first in the USSR – in 1959, began to produce gas boilers – AOGV-80. Today, the enterprise is a model of automation and robotization of production processes. Products manufactured by the plant serve 20 years or more.

Устройство

• Heat exchanger material – carbon structural steel.

• Automatic SIT unit, consisting of a solenoid valve, a modulating thermostat for on-off and a thermoelectric device that controls the flame. There is a re-ignition and a fuel pressure stabilizer, a piezo ignition and a gas filter.

• Atmospheric type burner. Material – heat-resistant steel. Can operate on reduced fuel pressure.

• Housing with powder protective coating.

• Foil heat insulator – to reduce heat transfer and increase efficiency.

• Capillary thermometer.

Operating principle

It is switched on by the piezo ignition method. A spark ignites a continuously burning burner. From the igniter, the main burner is ignited – atmospheric type. The radiator is heated, and with it the coolant is heated. The thermostat sets the temperature, and when the water heats up to the desired value, the automation turns off the flame. The temperature, decreasing, reaches a critical value, and the temperature sensor gives the valve a command – the fuel is supplied again, the fire is ignited, and so on in a circle.

Series from Siberia

The manufacturer offers three series:

• Premium Topline-24. Premium models are designed for small buildings. Double-circuit – you can heat water for domestic needs. A feature of the series is electronic ignition. There is ionization control of fire and waste gas. There is an anti-scale function. Efficiency 90%.
• Comfort Siberia. Modifications 23, 29, 35, 40, 50 (heating capacity, kW). Any option is offered – single-circuit or double-circuit. Designed for large spaces.
• Econom Siberia. Issued since 2005. Four models differing in the number of circuits and power – 11,6 kW and 17,6 kW. The letter “K” in the marking means two circuits. It is possible to switch to liquefied gas – you can insure yourself in case of an accident in the gas pipeline. The cases are covered with enamel, which protects against mechanical damage.

Technical design features

High strength heat exchanger. In its manufacture, practical materials are used – steel or cast iron, and automatic welding. Service life – 25 years.

• Devices with two circuits heat water in a copper flow radiator.
• The thermal insulation layer protects users from burns.
• They are used in any water supply systems – both forced and natural water circulation is suitable.
• Energy independence. They are not connected to the mains.

Automation

• Temperature support is provided by Eurosit automation (Italy).
• Ignition – piezoelectric.
• Automation units are conveniently located – the device is comfortable to operate.
• There is a flame control and a draft sensor.
• It is not necessary to adjust the position of the combination valve.

Versions

• Outdoor single-circuit version. With cast iron heat exchanger. Thanks to the latter, high power is provided – depending on the power, it can be used to heat a private house or heat buildings with several floors.
• Dual circuit. Floor installation. Radiator – steel. In addition to heating the premises, they heat water for domestic use.
• Wall. Light weight, compact size and good performance.

Features of wall modifications

They are in high demand – functional, practical, compact. Advantages:

• Gianoni bithermic copper radiator.
• Polidoro is an alloy steel burner.
• Honeywell – automatic flame modulation.
• Antifreeze function.
• LCD display with current information and error codes that occur when failures occur.

If you connect a room thermostat, you can reduce fuel consumption.

Features of floor modifications

Available with two types of radiators – steel and cast iron. Double-circuit – with a steel radiator, connected to the hot water supply. The SIT autocontrol unit consists of:

• modulation thermostat;

• magnetic valve;

• pressure stabilizing device and gas filter;

• thermoelectric device with fire control sensor and piezo ignition.

Advantages

• Economical operation.

• Affordable price. The cost of modifications depends on the heat output – models from 15 to 000 rubles are on the market.

• Reliable and durable.

• Rational sizes.

• Service centers.

• Energy independence.

• Large selection of models.

Disadvantages

• The need for permission to install – take in the gas service.

• Fire hazard.

• It is necessary to remove the chimney.

• No condensation elements.

The lineup

The manufacturer presents several lines:

• AKGV and AOGV. Accordingly, double-circuit and single-circuit. Installed on the floor. Heat output 11-35 kW. The material of heat exchangers is most often carbon steel. They heat areas of 125-400 sq. m. Water consumption – 4-8 l/min at 35°C.

• KCHGO. Powerful devices 16-50 kW. They heat large buildings, warehouses, production workshops. The radiator is cast iron.

• Top Line. They hang on the wall. 24 W. Copper heat exchangers. Are calculated on simultaneous service of several points of a water intake. Designed for houses up to 000 sq. m.

• Aqua. 18-000 W. This is more of a water heater than a heating boiler. Ignition – piezo / electronic.

Criterias of choice

• Power – the larger it is, the larger the heated area. It is written on the label.

• Room dimensions. The calculation of the required heat output is performed taking into account the dependence: for 10 sq. m. – 1000 W. It is not recommended to operate the device at maximum – this increases the wear of its elements. The value must be increased by adding 30%.

• Climate.

• Building insulation.

• GVS (hot water supply).

• Boiler type. In an apartment it is more convenient to use a hinged version, in a private house – outdoor.

Installation

The kit comes with a passport and instructions. The latter is necessary to familiarize yourself with the device, the principle of operation and the rules for using the boiler. After reading the instructions, the user will be able to learn how to turn on the device. It is advisable to entrust the installation to specialists. Mounting Features:

• Issuance of a permit for the installation – from the gas workers.

• Installation is carried out by specialists with a license for the relevant work.

• The kit does not include an expansion tank and a circulation pump – they will have to be purchased separately.

• The device is placed against the wall, so be sure to leave a gap of at least three centimeters.

• For surface mounting, the machine needs a foundation. Usually it is made of brick. Wall models are firmly fixed.

• When connecting, there must not be the slightest leakage of gas. Connections must be carefully insulated.

• If you start the machine for the first time, condensation will collect on the heat exchanger, which will disappear when the system warms up.

How to use the equipment?

Without violating the rules of operation, you can significantly extend the life of gas appliances:

• Do not start a boiler with a broken burner or a clogged chimney.

• The chassis needs to be grounded.

• When using antifreeze as a coolant – instead of water, you need to purchase only a certified product. The content of ethylene glycol is prohibited.

• Water should not be heated above 95 degrees.

• When installing the machine near a wall that is covered with flammable material, the gasket must be made of steel or asbestos.

• Switching on the device is only allowed after filling the system with water/antifreeze.

• Clean the chimney and filters annually. Make sure all connections are tight.

Models overview

Siberia17К

Floor installation. Simple construction. Minimum features. Having learned how much the 17 K modification costs, as well as technical parameters, consumers are willing to purchase it. Two contours. Heat output 17,4 kW. Heats area up to 200 sq.m. Efficiency 90%. Open combustion chamber. Fuel consumption – 1 kg / h and 21 m1,76 / h – liquefied and natural gas, respectively. Mechanical type of control. Protection – gas control. Weighs 59 kg. Width 28 cm. Height and depth are standard for Siberia – 85 and 56 cm, respectively.

Siberia KChGO-25

Single-circuit floor boiler of convection type. Heating area up to 270 sq. m. The estimated price is 37 rubles. 700 W – heat output. Cast iron heat exchanger. 25 m000/h of natural gas. Operated mechanically. Gas control. 2,45 kg – weight.

AOGV-17,4

Floor installation. Does not respond to pressure drops in gas pipes. Non-volatile. Heat insulator with basalt fiber. Auto control. Steel radiator. Heats up to 180 sq. m. SIT. Equipped with a magnetic valve that resists dirt. Piezo ignition.

TopLine 24

Wall execution. Copper heat exchanger. Productivity 12 l / min at 25 ° C – with increasing temperature it drops. Depending on the power of the device, it is possible to heat an area of ​​30-200 sq. m.

AOGV 11,6

Budget upgrade. The estimated price is 10 rubles. One circuit. 000 kW – heat productivity. Efficiency – 11,6%. Floor installation. No auto ignition. Open camera. Non-volatile, like all Siberian gas appliances.

Lemax or Siberia – which is better?

Choosing a domestic inexpensive boiler, the consumer has to compare it not only with European counterparts that surpass it in price, but also with products manufactured in Russia. Siberia and Lemax are products of domestic enterprises. Lemax is a trademark of the Taganrog plant. This is a young production that has been supplying its products to all regions of the Russian Federation since 2002. Both brands have an efficiency of 90%. Siberia outperforms Taganrog competitors in the rating of demand – consumers in the products of CJSC Rostovgazoapparat are attracted by efficiency, heat transfer, appearance and ease of control. Both factories produce non-volatile models, with steel and cast iron heat exchangers. Neutral reviews about Lemax products – not “premium”, but quite reliable and unpretentious for their cost – a steel apparatus with a capacity of 10 W costs 000 rubles, a cast-iron 13 W -000 rubles.

Reviews

Siberia K17: Ignat L., Azov

I myself work as a welder, so I saw a lot of all kinds of boilers when I did steam heating. By 17 I consider Siberia one of the best. It works economically – once, and is compact – twice. I haven’t found any cons yet. Reliable work – does not fail. Convenient and simple control. It saves gas, there are 7 temperature modes from 1 – the weakest, to 7 – maximum heating. If it’s minus 15 outside, I put it on 5. It’s important that there is a good chimney, if there are problems, then the cinder will clog the burner – it can go out from this. It is better to immediately fix the chimney so as not to suffer from attenuation.

TopLine 24: Lydia B., Zlatoust

We bought a wall-mounted version – to heat the house and heat hot water. Has been working for three years. We read in the reviews when choosing – high-quality assembly, simple connection, flawless operation of automation. In fact, this is how – if you turn on the water for heating in winter, it goes intermittently – a liter and a half hot, then cool, then slightly warm – 5 liters, and so on in a circle. There is little useful information on the display. When the water pressure drops, it issues an error code, showing only briefly its value. You start to fill – the numbers disappear, you give more water – again the error E04, again I start to drain. The coolant is constantly lost and because of this it turns off. We will change to a simpler and more reliable one.

The products of Rostovgazoapparat are a clear example of high-quality domestic development. This is a worthy competitor to foreign technology, which is cheaper and lasts longer. The manufacturer presents a wide range of capacities – for heating rooms of different sizes, and different versions – floor and wall. Each consumer has the opportunity to choose the best option for their requirements.