To fully heat the house, the classic fireplace will be missed. Due to its low heat capacity, it is able to heat only the room where it is installed, therefore it is mainly considered a simple element of decor, and not an effective device. But you can always use a fireplace with a water circuit - a modified version of the classic fireplace. It is an excellent source of heat for the entire home.
The water circuit from the fireplace is connected to heating radiators that are placed along the entire house. Depending on the level of thermal output of the device, as well as the number of batteries available, it is possible to determine the area to be heated. But before buying, you need to know all the subtleties of this fireplace, the features of its use and operation.
What is worth knowing about this device?
The fireplace with a water heating circuit is made of boiler steel, the thickness of whichis 4-5 millimeters, or made of cast iron, 8 millimeters thick. Outside, the product is treated with a special paint that is resistant to fire and high temperatures. The material for lining the inner walls of the fireplace is a reliable heat-resistant tile.
There is a cavity between the walls in the fireplace with a water circuit for heating the house. This is a water jacket with a volume of 40 liters, air channels are drawn there, which help to maintain the combustion process due to the constant access of oxygen. Air passes through special openings in the fireplace, heats up from this and helps to heat the room in which the device is installed.
The water that is heated in the heat exchanger moves through the pipes to the radiators, transferring heat along the entire room. Part of the resources of this water circuit aqua fireplace stove can be used to operate hot water supply systems.
How to install the product?
In order for your water circuit fireplace to efficiently supply heat to your entire home, you will need the following items:
- Directly the fireplace itself, which can be installed either in a specially designated room, or on the territory of one of the living rooms.
- The container for the coolant (in the presented case it is water) and the coil should be moved to the utility room.
- Radiators, pipes and other elements for arranging a hot water supply system.
Each of these components is combined with others in a closed or open scheme. The difference between the types of installation is in the formexpansion tank, as well as where it will be installed.
Open circuit
Gravity is used to furnish a home with an open heating system. Thus, from the tank located in the attic, water begins to freely pass into the heat exchanger, and after that the heated carrier begins to spread along the entire house. To minimize the occurrence of certain emergency situations, the scheme specifically provides for excess hot water to return back inside the tank. This is a very simple and convenient scheme.
If you use this method, you do not need to think about any auxiliary electrical appliances that help the heating system work. But such an installation plan is not advised to choose for large buildings. This is justified by the fact that the specific gravity of the heated water in the system zones is wasted due to the significant hydraulic resistance of the pipes.
Closed circuit
This option for installing a fireplace with a water circuit for the home is very popular. It uses an expansion membrane tank. From it, the water passes to the heat exchanger, which is built into the fireplace, where it is heated to a mark of 80 ° C. After that, thanks to the circulation pump, the water goes throughout the heating system, passing through the storage boiler. There is a possibility that heat dissipation may stop due to the stoppage of the pump if the electricity suddenly fails. This will cause the water to boil.
But the system has an auxiliary coil located on the back of the firebox, whichhelps prevent overheating. When needed, simply fill it with cold water. Such actions make the use of a fireplace with a long-burning water circuit safer and more reliable. In addition, the water jacket contains a special sensor for thermal protection, which is triggered when the temperature goes beyond the acceptable limits.
The benefits of this solution
The main advantages of a fireplace stove for a home with a water circuit are the following characteristics:
- Low cost compared to similar devices on the market.
- Full autonomy.
- Excellent compatibility with other heating systems that may already be installed in the house.
- Easy operation.
- Fuel is relatively inexpensive and readily available.
- No need for significant electricity bills.
- Easy to heat even the largest area.
- Attractive appearance.
- You can install a fireplace with a water heating circuit in almost any room, which complies with basic fire safety standards.
- It is possible to finish the device with a variety of materials, so that the fireplace will fit perfectly into the style of the interior.
Cons of this solution
But a long burning stove with a water circuit has its drawbacks:
- The heating circuit is not efficient enough to withstand significant frost. So don'tit is recommended to install devices in climatic zones where winters are famous for their strength. If you choose such a fireplace for giving with a water circuit as an auxiliary system, you can save up to 40% of fuel.
- It's not automated enough. In order for the whole system to start working fully, you first need to prepare the necessary raw materials and melt the furnace. However, this moment is not considered a disadvantage for everyone.
Utility Abilities
In addition to its immediate tasks for heating the house, a fireplace with a water circuit can perform additional tasks. Here is a small example of what else you can do with it:
- Make heat exchangers in the form of plates.
- Purchase a small stainless steel grill attachment.
- Install an airflow intake from outside.
- Add flow sensors.
- Place the pump to circulate the heat carrier.
- Additional security settings.
How to choose the right model?
It is necessary to take a very responsible approach to choosing a fireplace with a water circuit. To make it easier for you to decide among the many different options, you must first understand the characteristics and abilities of the device.
Fireplace power
The parameter presented for a fireplace stove for giving with a water circuit has 2 definitions - the total and the power of the heat exchanger. During operation, the heat exchanger transfers part of the heat for space heating using radiators. Such a returnit is an integral component of the total heat output, that is, the amount of heat that the stove transfers from itself through the heating network, convection directions.
For example, 1 kW of thermal power is enough to heat 10 m22. In the event that the heat exchanger power on the device is 4 kW, and the total power is 10 kW, then such a device is capable of heating a building whose area is 100 m22.
But keep in mind that the power parameter also depends on the continuous operation of the device. This remark does not play in favor of a fireplace that runs on solid fuels. To ensure the operation of the furnace without stopping, it is necessary to regularly add new volumes of coal or firewood. If you need to heat the room only during daylight hours, choose a model whose power is half as much as you need according to the calculations.
Dimensions and weights
A fireplace with a long-burning water circuit must be selected based on where it will be placed. If there is little free space in the house or you need to take into account the permissible load on the floor, you need to consider these points when choosing a device.
It is also important to match the dimensions of the device with fire safety requirements regarding the distance from the fireplace. Most often, instructions for using the device are included and all the data is indicated there.
If in your house monolithic concrete or reinforced concrete slab was used to create floors, you can not think about the parameters of the allowable load. Such floors can withstand the weight of almost any metalinstallation. If you have wooden floors, then the temporary load should be a maximum of 150 kilograms. If you are thinking about choosing a fireplace that weighs 100 kg and has a base of 0.6 m22, then the load capacity parameter will be exceeded.
It is best to choose a fireplace "Angara" with a water circuit, which weighs a little less. You can also redistribute the load by building a small platform for its installation. To do this, you can choose fireproof drywall, the thickness of which is 12.5 millimeters.
Other options
The rating of a water circuit fireplace stove is also affected by the throughput: how much water is needed to fill the entire heating network in the house. This parameter is calculated if you know the number of sections for radiators, as well as the duration of the entire heating system. The resulting number will be equal to the sum of the volume of the battery and heating pipes. The first value can be taken from the documentation that comes with the heatsinks. To get the volume of the pipeline, you need to know the entire length of the pipes and their diameters. After some calculations, we get an approximate number that you need to count on when choosing the volume of the tank.
The purchase of components necessary for the construction of the chimney depends on the size of the smoke channel. In this case, you need to go to a construction hypermarket, whose employees can help you make a choice. Not every person can easily make a choice regarding the required materials and tools.
The oven also providesthe ability to heat up and even cook dishes, so you can do without a stove in the house. The fireplace also has some handy features that make it easy and convenient to use: cool handles, easy cleaning of heat-resistant glass and much more. Each such detail greatly pleases any owner of the fireplace. But these advantages will make the model more expensive, so it's up to you to decide what exactly you want to get from the device.
Installation and setup
Once you've got everything you need for your fireplace, you can move on to the installation process. For this you will need:
- At the place where the heating installation will be installed, the floor must be leveled and treated with fire-resistant materials so that a fire incident does not occur.
- The device must be installed evenly, this is important. If necessary, you can use special adjustable legs for this.
- Depending on the connection scheme of the fireplace, closed or open, the collection of the heating system begins. A circulation pump can be installed if required. If you still need it, you need to place it where the cold return enters the heat exchanger. The expansion tank must be placed in the highest place in the house, in the attic, for example. It is best to use a membrane closed tank. The advantage of this solution is that the contact of air with the heat carrier is completely eliminated, so that the entire system will work much longer.
- Whenwhen choosing a connection system, it is necessary to combine the installed heating system with a heat exchanger. The device can either work independently or be connected to the system from the boiler.
- As soon as the water enters the tank, you need to carefully check the entire plane of the water circuit so that there are no leaks in the places where the radiator connects to the pipes. It is also necessary to carry out a system test and check all pump capability.
- When installing a chimney, each joint of the connection with the smoke channel must be additionally treated with a heat-resistant sealant. Places where the chimney will pass through the ceiling must be insulated using non-combustible materials.
- Now you need to kindle the fireplace to check its performance. Do not worry about the unpleasant smell that will be felt at first. It appears due to the vapors that are released from the heat-resistant paint, which treated the body of the product. Gradually the material will adapt and the smell will disappear.
- The final stage of the installation is to check the quality of water heating inside the radiators and in the pipes, adjust the circulation rate, adjust the entire system using valves located on the battery.
Very careful implementation of the presented actions allows you to ensure the high-quality functioning of the stove, which will delight you with warmth and comfort for a long time. Do not forget to check the fill level of the tank periodically. If you will not be at home for a long time, then drain all the water from the heating system so that during severe frosts there is no rupture of pipes and distortionradiator.
Manufacturer rating
Quality fireplaces can be purchased from these manufacturers:
- Jotul. Large assortment and compliance with international quality standards.
- Delonghi. Budget and multifunctional home appliances.
- Escea. Fireplaces that are designed with modern technology.
- Blaze. One of the most accessible and functional.
- "Breneran". Affordable cost with high performance.
Device cost
In our time on the market you can find a large number of different offers and options. You can order goods either by arriving at a construction hypermarket or picking them up in an online store. The most important thing is to clearly understand what characteristics of the product are most important to you. Based on the knowledge gained from reading this article, you should have no difficulty.
Further, you can already focus on your requirements, as well as the allowable budget and select the necessary model. The advantage of online stores is that for each model you can read reviews from buyers to find out their opinion and the problems they may have encountered.
The cost of goods may be different. As already described, the price of a product is affected by the material from which it was made, its power, dimensions, appearance, as well as additional elements, which make it possible to use the device with great convenience. You can find a fireplace model for 3000 rubles, orfor 30,000 rubles.
