Heaters in a boiler are elements that undergo intensive operation, which over time undergo natural wear. If they are damaged, you do not need to replace the entire device. Check out how quickly and easily you can dismantle the old heating element and insert a new heater in its place.
Tips and tricks for replacing the heater in the boiler
Are you wondering if replacing the heater in the boiler is really necessary? How to be sure that the reason for the malfunction of the boiler is the heater? Characteristic symptoms of damage to this element are prolonged water heating time, complete lack of heating, short circuit and blowing out of plugs. If you want to be completely sure that the heater has worn out, unscrew the housing of the device and evaluate the condition of the heating element. The main cause of the malfunction is the deposition of stone and the burning of parts - these are signs that you can see with the naked eye.
Dismantling the old heater from the boiler
How to replace tubular heaters in the boiler? Turn off the power supply and drain the boiler before performing proper maintenance activities. Turn off the main valve, then drain the water from the boiler by unscrewing the safety valve. To avoid flooding the room, prepare buckets. For a large tank, the amount of water can be really quite a lot.
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Choosing a new heater
The correct selection of the heating element is key to maintaining the full efficiency of the heater. Not sure which boiler heater will suit your device? Spare parts must have technical characteristics consistent with the original components. Check that the selected boiler heater has the same rated power, voltage, temperature range and connections.
Installation of the heater for the boiler
And what does the installation of the heater for the boiler itself look like? After making sure that the device is drained and disconnected from the power source, start disassembling the case.
- Unscrew the bolts and locate the heater - the element will be visible immediately after removing the body.
- Disconnect the electrical wires and unscrew the heating element.
- Pay attention to the condition of the gasket, if it is damaged - be sure to replace it.
- Install a new heater and connect the wires back to it.
- Screw the housing with screws open the water supply and check the power supply.
Make sure there are no leaks. Installation of the heater for a horizontal boiler can be considered completed.
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Solving common problems when replacing the heater in the boiler
The water heater for the boiler is simple to install, but getting to the old part requires disconnecting the wires, which then need to be reconnected in the correct order. In order for the replacement of the heater in the electric boiler to go smoothly, do not forget to take a photo of the electrical wiring of the boiler in order to avoid problems at the time of installation.
Replacing the heater in a double-circuit boiler, in which the tank is located in the tank, can be somewhat more complicated. Despite the fact that in most cases the procedure looks the same, service work on some models requires the use of specialized tools.
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Frequently asked questions about replacing the heater in the boiler
Why do the heaters in the boiler fail? The service life of heating elements depends on several factors, including water hardness, voltage stability or thermostat failure.
Replacing the heater in the boiler - do you need to drain the water? So, before starting repair work, you need to drain the water before unscrewing the valve.
Is it difficult to replace the heater in a horizontal boiler? No, as long as you follow the safety rules and drain the boiler thoroughly.
What is the cost of replacing the heater in the boiler? The price for replacing the heater varies between 50 and 200 PLN depending on the region of Poland.
Do you always have to use original parts from the manufacturer? No, but it is always necessary to verify that the spare parts have the technical specifications corresponding to the manufacturer's recommendations.
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