Installation of a gas boiler Protherm: features and main stages of installation + wiring diagrams

Even the most luxurious interior and attractive decor will not please the household if they have to suffer from dampness and cold. Agree that comfortable temperature is the main guarantee of comfort. Therefore, the installation of a gas boiler Protherm becomes the key to the full improvement of the apartment or house. But how to do it right and can you do it yourself?

This article will talk in detail about installation features boilers, about the nuances and connection schemes of popular brand models. Only when observing the norms and requirements during installation, the gas equipment of the brand for many years serves without interruption, providing housing to the warmth of every home.

Features of installation of gas equipment Protherm

The installation of gas boilers Proterm, as well as the installation of any heating equipment, has its own characteristics. Depending on the type of boiler, the consumer will have to take into account some nuances that affect the safety of operation and energy efficiency of the equipment.

General boiler installation requirements

When installing Protherm wall-mounted gas boilers, the minimum permissible distance between the boiler, ceiling and floor must be observed. When mounting the boiler to the ceiling, at least 50 cm should remain, up to the floor - 80 cm.

If the wall on which the boiler is being installed is made of combustible materials, it must be additionally equipped with a metal sheet with a thickness of at least 3 mm.

Previously, it is worth paying attention to wiring. The cable from which the Proterm boiler will be powered must be drawn without bends or creases. Please note that the wiring will ensure the operation of only gas equipment, it is impossible to connect other equipment to it. Provide grounding boiler.

The diagram shows the standard grounding circuit of a gas boiler.Grounding circuit can be equipped on its own

After unpacking, flush the pipes before installation to remove dust from all cavities. Dirt can clog the Protherm boiler system, so pre-treatment is necessary.

If the choice fell on a heavy floor model, it is recommended to make a screed or lay concrete slabs at the installation site. It is important that the finished platform is set strictly according to the level. We brought more technical standards and requirements for the installation of floor boilers to our other article.

If the model requires a connection to the chimney, be sure to check the draft before connecting to the system. Additionally, it is worthwhile to fully inspect the patency of the chimney, clean its shaft.

Gas units produced by a Slovak company vary in type of installation and capacity:

1. Wall mounted boilers have less power, but are significantly cheaper. At the same time, the characteristics of the technology allow to fully heat a private house.
2. Floor gas boilers Protherm have more performance, are more expensive, they take up significantly more space during installation. Before installation, you may need to fill a separate foundation. Therefore, models are less popular among households, but they are still in demand among owners of large houses.

Below, we discuss in more detail the popular series and models of gas boilers.

Brand wall-mounted gas boiler lines

Due to the attractive price and relative compactness, wall-mounted boilers are in great demand. Protherm produces several lines of equipment for creating an effective heating system in a private house or apartment in a multi-story building.

In the offices of official representatives, you can familiarize yourself with the plant's product lines in comfortable conditions, having looked at the technical specifications and received, if necessary, professional advice

Three lines are in demand on the domestic market.

1. Panther Series includes six production models with a capacity of 12-35 kW marked KTV, KOV and KTO. The KTV series is equipped with a forced exhaust system, therefore it is suitable for rooms without a chimney. KOV series models are connected to a chimney with a natural outlet.
2. The range of boilers "Lynx" represented by three models with a capacity of 24 and 28 kW with a forced exhaust system.
3. Double-circuit boilers "Cheetah" 23 kW include 23 MOV and 23 MTV models. Modifications are distinguished by the removal of combustion products: at 23 MOV it occurs naturally, at 23 MTV - forcibly.

The unit must be selected based on its potential performance, heated area, installation requirements.

Series of floor gas boilers Protherm

Products for floor mounting have serious power, therefore they are used for heating large rooms with a high level of heat loss.

Three popular Proterm equipment lines do an excellent job and have their own characteristics that should be considered during installation.

Coppers "Bear" and "Grizzly"

Floor-standing boilers with a cast-iron heating circuit differ in their characteristics.

Floor models Proterm are more suitable for heating industrial premises. However, this equipment can be installed at home.

Each of the models has its own functional features.

1. The KLZ range is characterized by an efficiency of 90-92% and a power of 20-50 kW. The devices are equipped with a built-in 90-liter boiler and an electric ignition system.
2. Single-loop models of the KLOM series have an efficiency of about 92% and provide for the connection of capacity indirect heating.
3. The PLO line, like KLOM, allows you to additionally integrate a boiler into the system. The power of the equipment is 20-60 kW, it allows you to heat the coolant to 90 degrees.
4. TLO technology combines single-circuit models with a capacity of 20-50 kW, equipped with a single-stage atmospheric burner. The flue gas outlet is natural.

Another area of ​​industrial use, which differs from the "Bear" in more power (65-150 kW) and the type of fuel consumed. The equipment runs exclusively on natural fuels. The boilers are equipped with a step burner, a natural smoke removal system and electric ignition.>

Floor boilers "Bison"

Industrial floor-standing boilers with a two-way gas duct with a reversing flame with an amazing power of 70 to 3500 kW can operate on both natural gas and liquid fuel. With a fairly moderate flow rate, the devices have an efficiency of approximately 92%.

But before you connect the floor gas boiler Protherm of the Bizon series, you should take care of the arrangement forced circulation systems coolant.

A detailed scheme of the forced circulation of the coolant is clearly considered in the schematic drawing. The drawing shows the need to install a circulation pump

The equipment connection is quite complicated, but the increased power fully justifies all the costs of installation and maintenance of the unit.

Schemes and steps for connecting a wall-mounted boiler

Installation of gas equipment must be carried out by a specialist. However, the connection diagram of the Protherm wall-mounted gas boiler must be accessible and understandable to the average user. Since the Panther series is the most popular due to the rapid heating of water using Aquafast technology and the ability to install equipment in a room without a chimney, let us consider the intricacies of connecting boilers using the KTV series as an example.

Stage # 1 - familiarity with the installation diagram

First of all, you need to carefully consider the design features of the model and the installation diagram. All this information is in the user manual supplied with the equipment.

The device of the equipment itself is shown in the diagram below.

A detailed diagram of the Proterm wall-mounted boiler device is provided in each manufacturer's manual

Before direct installation, you must carefully consider the wiring of all pipes.

The installation diagram is discussed below.

Such a boiler can become the center of the entire individual heating and water heating system, the approximate wiring in which is shown in this diagram

Stage # 2 - hanging equipment on the wall

After checking the completeness of delivery and selecting a room for installation that meets the safety requirements, you can use the mounting template that defines the location for drilling holes.

But first you need to make sure that the selected wall is able to withstand the load and weight of the product, and purchased fasteners can be used on a specific surface material.

The principle of mounting a gas boiler is shown in the diagram.

Proterm gas boilers are hung on the wall in the standard way, like other wall-mounted gas-powered models

Stage # 3 - installation work

The main installation work takes place in several steps.

1. The crimped threaded connection from the kit is installed on the gas pipeline.
2. Then it is checked whether there is enough volume of the built-in expansion tank. If its capacity is insufficient, the structure should be equipped with an additional expansion tank, installing it on the return line of the heating system, as close as possible to the boiler.
3. If there is a need to install an additional tank, it is also necessary to install check valve.
4. All supply lines must be thoroughly flushed before installation.
5. The cold water pipe is equipped with a shut-off valve and a check valve.

After that, you can check the gas meter: this unit must be designed to pass the estimated gas flow.If the meter meets the specified characteristics, you can connect the gas system to the supply or return lines of the heating system. This process is clearly shown in the diagram.

Connecting the gas system to the boiler requires special care and compliance with all safety standards. These actions must be carried out by a gas service representative with special approval.

Hot and cold water, as well as a hot water tank and drain hose, are connected according to the following standards.

The hot and cold water connection is shown in the diagram in the instructions for the Protherm boiler (diagram 1). The visual connection of the drainage hose is shown in Figure 2.

Next, connect the exhaust system of the combustion products. The KTV boiler, on the example of which we consider the installation process, is equipped with a closed combustion chamber. The air is vented and forced into it through a coaxial system, for which purpose a turbocharger with a built-in fan is provided in the design.

The manufacturer offers several ways installation of a coaxial chimneyamong which you can choose the most suitable option. The main thing in this case is to ensure that condensate flows outside the system or to specially installed condensate collectors.

Stage # 4 - connecting the boiler to the power supply

The supply line for connecting the boiler must have stabilizer and circuit breaker.

The gas boiler is wired in the usual way:

1. Connecting wires are routed through the cable entry and shortened to an acceptable length.
2. An appropriate plug is screwed onto the cable, freed from insulation and braiding.
3. When all the cores are firmly inserted into the plug terminals, the plug itself is installed in the corresponding socket on the board.
4. At the end, all cables must be secured with special clamps.

Any sensible master will cope with such manipulations. However, installation work carried out by a certified specialist is safer and meets the requirements of the manufacturer.

Subtleties of setting and operation of the boiler

To create an optimally comfortable microclimate in the house, any boiler from Proterm needs to be set up. Automation of models allows you to fully adapt the operation of the device to your needs and preferences and independently adjust the temperature in each room.

So, the "electronic brain" of the boiler makes it possible:

• diagnose malfunctions, save the last 10 errors in memory;
• regulate the flame level in the burner thanks to the temperature sensor;
• autonomously start the operation of the heating system;
• monitor temperature readings;
• completely shut down the boiler due to preliminary settings in an emergency or, if necessary, etc.

The electronic system is set up according to the factory instructions supplied with the kit. For safety reasons during operation, the setting should be entrusted to the master.

Protherm is committed to maintaining its equipment and the skills of craftsmen. Therefore, often experts pass official certification from the manufacturer

To increase the efficiency of the gas boiler, it is worth familiarizing yourself with a number of subtleties of its operation.

There are certain nuances, the understanding of which is useful to every owner of Protherm boilers:

1. To more accurately control the temperature of the thermal carrier, you can connect the room thermostat to the gas boiler.
2. A thermostat connected to a temperature sensor in the room will also allow you to easily set the required temperature in a particular room.
3. If the pressure in the Protherm unit has dropped slightly, you can restore its level with the help of a standard restart of the boiler.
4. In order to fill the coolant tank as much as possible, the first start-up of the system must be performed with the maximum possible temperature set.
5. If the boiler efficiency drops, it is necessary to exclude the presence of soot and scale, to diagnose the system for the absence of air jams. It will also be useful to install a traction limiter. We recommend you to get acquainted with the best ways to increase efficiency.
6. With consistently insufficient pressure in the heating system, it is required installation of a circulation pump.

These subtleties will allow you to optimally configure the work of complex equipment.

Conclusions and useful video on the topic

The nuances of connecting a Protherm turbocharged boiler are described in detail by a professional master in a short and understandable video:

The heating system with Proterm boilers is reliable and durable. Wall-mounted equipment has an attractive design and is intuitive to operate: all information is displayed on the display, thanks to which it is possible to easily control every stage of the equipment. A gas boiler installed by specialists in compliance with operational standards will delight its owners with stable operation and a comfortable microclimate.

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