Who services gas boilers? Maintenance of gas boilers, burners and heating systems

Gas is considered one of the cheapest types of fuel, but at the same time it is a source of increased fire hazard. According to the operating rules, it is recommended that all organizations, apartment buildings and private buildings carry out routine inspections of all gas equipment, and, if necessary, repairs. Boiler maintenance is a mandatory procedure when using heating units.

Keep your home warm with gas boilers

Device, types and principle of operation

When choosing a heating system for their home, many owners prefer to install a gas boiler, which makes almost no noise and can heat a large area of the house. Its components are:

burner;
heat exchanger;
thermostat;
control device;
one or two circulation pumps;
expansion tank;
pressure gauge;
thermometer.

Operating principle of gas boilers:

The thermostat is designed to measure the temperature in a room. As soon as the need arises, the heating mode is switched on using the valve, after which the circular pump begins to operate, under the influence of which water flows through the heating circuit. Then the valve opens and the burner lights.

In the heat exchanger, energy is generated from the combustion of gas, which begins to heat the water. As soon as the air temperature in the room becomes optimal, the pump automatically turns off. After some time, the process repeats.

When installing a gas boiler, seek help from a specialist

Depending on the current capabilities, two types of boilers can be distinguished: double- and single-circuit. The latter are used only for heating, so their design is much simpler than that of double-circuit ones: there are no heating elements for the production of hot water.

A double-circuit gas boiler is used to heat the home and supply hot water. This is an ideal option if there is no space to install a boiler. Its device provides two circuits. The first is a closed system with heated water passing through it, which heats the room. When the tap in the kitchen or bathroom is opened, the supply of hot water to the heating circuit is stopped, after which it enters the water supply system.

Comparison of wall-mounted and floor-standing gas boilers:

Boilers in this category are divided into condensing and convection boilers. In condensing units, the steam produced from gas combustion is released into the street through ventilation. In the second option, the heated steam also passes through a heat exchanger, additionally heating the water. Convection boilers last a long time and do not corrode, since there is no condensation inside the housing. But condensing ones are distinguished by high efficiency, which is achieved by using energy not only from gas combustion, but also from the liquid released during combustion.

Maintenance of gas boilers:

Maintenance

To ensure maintenance of a gas boiler, you need to have the appropriate education and permission to perform such types of work, as well as a set of tools. But it's not even about knowledge. A true professional can prevent a malfunction in a timely manner so that disaster does not happen.

Before signing an agreement with a service company, you should clarify the list of services that it provides, and then compare them with the list of works recommended by the manufacturer.

Do not forget to carry out timely maintenance of gas boilers

Maintenance of gas boilers begins with an external inspection of the unit, as well as an inspection of the burner and combustion chamber, since they require regular inspection, cleaning and adjustment. After that Mandatory work related to verification is carried out:

integrity of the unit;
electronics conditions;
ignition electrodes;
gas valve pressure;
serviceability of the gas pipeline and its tightness.

When maintaining gas boilers, adjustment of all their components is necessary. The terms of service are specified in the contract. Gas equipment is serviced once a year, usually at the end of summer. Cleaning the heat exchanger is done after 5 years of operation of the boiler system. Some services clean heat exchangers once every 2 years. If you still need to save on maintenance, you need to ask a specialist what kind of work you can handle yourself.

If you find technical deficiencies in a gas boiler, do not try to eliminate the cause yourself, contact a specialist

Flushing the heat exchanger is a simple process; no special tools or special knowledge are required. This procedure can be performed with or without disassembling the system.

To remove scale without disassembling, you need to buy a descaling agent in the store, dilute it according to the instructions and pour it into the system. Then you should connect the boiler and run it at high power. But in any case, specialists will do it better; the owners of the equipment will only need to promptly remove soot from the heat exchanger.

Boiler inspection:

Choosing a gas boiler

In order for a gas boiler to operate in optimal mode, you need to choose the right one when purchasing it and carry out maintenance after connecting it. There are many selection criteria, but the main ones should be highlighted:

the power the device produces;
one or two circuits, type of housing, heat exchanger material;
installation location;
safety of operation.

How to choose a gas boiler:

Beautiful appearance and well-promoted advertising do not indicate the quality of the product. You need to focus not only on design, but also take into account the functionality of the equipment. Inside the body of each boiler there is a gas burner and a combustion chamber with a heat exchanger. But there are models with pumps and other modules. For hot water supply, you should choose a double-circuit unit or connect a boiler separately. If you approach the choice according to certain criteria, then you should pay attention to:

Material and design of the heat exchanger. The material must be durable and conduct heat well. The more heat it transfers to the carrier, the higher the efficiency of the boiler will be. Heat exchangers are usually made of steel, cast iron and copper. If we compare these materials based on their susceptibility to corrosion, then the cast iron option can be considered the most reliable. However, it weighs a lot, and if used incorrectly, it can burst at the point of contact between high and low temperatures. This can be avoided by washing it more often. Steel heat exchangers are more common. Steel is cheaper and more ductile, but can corrode in the heating circuit. Copper is more resistant to corrosion, and it also transfers heat well. A copper heat exchanger will be light and compact, but will cost much more.

The presence of a huge variety of gas boilers will help you choose the one most suitable for you

Installation location. Boilers are placed on the floor or attached to the wall, which is why they are called floor-mounted and wall-mounted. Floor-standing models have good power and better performance in all respects. Their only drawback is their heavy weight.
Number of circuits. Single-circuit ones are suitable for summer cottages with temporary residence and small houses. For a private house on several floors with a swimming pool and heated floors, it is worth buying a double-circuit boiler.
Combustion chamber type. There are open chambers, when oxygen is supplied from the room, and closed ones, when air comes from the street through the chimney. Heating devices with an open chamber are installed outside the home (in the basement or extension).
Automatic process control. To ensure safety, boilers have various sensors, valves, filters and thermostats, as well as a self-locking system.

Gas boiler service:

All automation is necessary for the safety of heating equipment. The gas boiler can be configured so that it will operate in the absence of owners with minimal power and turn on before their arrival. The main thing you need to know is that you should not buy a boiler without thermal engineering calculations from a specialist for a particular home.

Choosing a gas boiler for your home:

That is why routine inspections of boiler rooms should be carried out. Maintenance is carried out by special certified organizations. In this case, the inspection includes a visual assessment of parts and, if necessary, their repair.

Goals of servicing gas boiler houses by a service company

Everyone wants their gas boiler to last for many years. But its performance depends on many factors. Poor performance provokes rapid wear of parts or their breakdown.

The problem can be prevented by regular checks, which are possible under warranty and post-warranty service.

Having a service agreement in hand, the owner can only call the organization. Having received the request, the repair team will arrive on site and fix the problem.

Since service centers always keep records of boilers, the visiting team’s specialists arrive on site with the necessary set of tools and spare parts that correspond to the specific model of the gas boiler installed in the house.

But there are situations when, during the peak of the heating season, repair crews are at a loss. And the masters may not satisfy the request as quickly as we would like. In this case, some owners resort to the services of “private owners”.

But it’s worth considering that calling the first “gas worker” you come across is not the best option. And it’s not even a tidy sum that the owner will have to pay. After all, no one guarantees that the master will be able to perform repairs at a high professional level in an emergency situation.

Therefore, in order to avoid such situations and save unnecessary costs, you should not neglect the opportunity to conduct a routine technical inspection before the onset of cold weather.

Video: sequence of actions during maintenance of a gas boiler:

Video guide for cleaning the burner:

Regular maintenance of a gas boiler allows you to identify emerging problems at an early stage and not bring the situation to the point where the operation of the equipment begins to pose a threat to the health and life of household members.

When choosing any equipment, every homeowner gives preference to quality. Household gas equipment is no exception. Moreover, special requirements are placed on it, because, for example, a gas boiler is designed for round-the-clock operation. And such work invariably leads to increased wear, which can to some extent prevent the servicing of gas boilers. But here there is another dilemma: how to understand what is included in the list of mandatory manipulations, and what will simply be a pumping of money by an employee of a service organization? In our opinion, every homeowner should understand what procedures for servicing a gas boiler must be performed by a qualified technician and in what order. In this article, we propose to understand what manipulations, which are largely useless, can increase the cost of maintenance? In other words: how to avoid “hackwork” when carrying out servicing of gas heating equipment?

Before entering into a service contract

It is impossible to provide gas boiler service on your own - this is a fact. To do this, you need to have special education, permission to perform such work, professional tools and devices. Naturally, a representative of the service company will meet all these requirements. But before you sign a service agreement with such an organization for a specific boiler model, it is worth finding out what is included in the list of services. Then this list with a list of those works that are recommended by the heating equipment manufacturer.

Checking the functionality of automation systems responsible for safety. This is a very important moment of maintenance, which involves simulating an emergency situation and assessing the operation of the corresponding devices under such conditions.
Determining the correct operation, as well as the tightness of the shut-off valve, is another procedure that is interpreted as maintenance of gas boilers.
A thorough inspection of the gas supply pipeline, which is the responsibility of the home owner. Here, during inspection, special attention is paid to identifying pipe corrosion and checking the tightness of existing connections (flange, threaded, welded). If necessary, the gas pipeline is painted.

What does capital service mean?

After approximately several years of full operation of the equipment, major maintenance of the gas boiler is carried out. More specific deadlines are also indicated by the manufacturer. Here, priority efforts should be directed toward flushing the heat exchanger. It is impossible to perform this procedure without special equipment and reagents.

Operation of a gas boiler and “force majeure”

Here, a description of a situation that, unfortunately, often occurs in life, will be relevant. So, there is severe frost outside and all gas heating devices are being operated to the limit. As a result, working parts and components wear out quickly. By the way, low-quality fuel, which is also often supplied to the gas system, will lead to the same result. In a word, the boiler malfunctioned at the most inopportune moment, and during this period, the repair crews, as usual, are at a rupture and no one can say when the consumer’s request will be satisfied.

Equipment malfunction is easier to prevent than to repair later

In order to somehow take control of the situation, you will have to call the first “gas worker” who comes across, who, understanding the complexity of the situation, will charge a tidy sum for the services.

But whether he can carry out repairs at a high professional level in an emergency situation is a big question. How to avoid such troubles? Of course, have a service agreement with a trusted company, whose specialists will complete all the work before the onset of the cold season, with high quality and at an adequate price.

Before entering into a service contract

Determining the technical condition of a gas boiler is impossible without special equipment

The detailed instruction manual included with the boiler always contains all the necessary information regarding its maintenance. Moreover, the features of maintenance are described according to frequency and type of work for various components and parts.

That is, even a non-professional can understand what work should be carried out annually - the minimum amount, and what will be performed as additional manipulations and must be paid for separately.

What does a typical maintenance work list consist of?

No matter how trivial it may sound, the beginning is an external examination. For a professional, such a simple procedure will be extremely informative - it will give an idea of the condition of the unit. This stage includes dismantling and visual inspection of the burner. And, if the activities listed below are included in the list of works, it means that the servicing of gas boilers by the specialists of the involved organization is carried out really efficiently:

Maintenance of the burner: cleaning the retaining washer, ignition device electrodes, flame presence sensor. This also includes purging the air sensor, through which the parameters for creating the gas-air mixture are regulated. At the same time, washing is carried out and, if necessary, the filters available in the gas section are replaced.

Important! One of the most important elements of a gas boiler is the burner. It is this that primarily requires regular maintenance, consisting of inspection, cleaning and adjustment. Such procedures must be carried out in accordance with the regulations specified by the boiler manufacturer.

Maintenance of the combustion chamber fire section: almost all parts of the boiler that come into contact with the burner torch are cleaned.
Maintenance of internal gas channels: cleaning of gas ducts. In this case, chimneys are not taken into account - this refers to additional services.
Checking and repairing (if necessary) electrical elements of the boiler.
Adjustment of all boiler components, including the burner. A complete list of items is provided in the service manual.
Analysis of the composition of the exhaust gases, which will make it possible to understand whether the burner is configured correctly to work with such fuel, as well as the correctness of its combustion.

Attention! If a gas boiler is equipped with a built-in boiler that provides hot water to an autonomous hot water supply system, then it also needs maintenance. That is, regular checking and adjustment.

Checking the functionality of automation systems responsible for safety. This is a very important moment of maintenance, which involves simulating an emergency situation and assessing the operation of the corresponding devices under such conditions.
Determining the correct operation, as well as the tightness of the shut-off valve, is another procedure that is interpreted as maintenance of gas boilers.
A thorough inspection of the gas supply pipeline, which is the responsibility of the home owner. Here, during inspection, special attention is paid to identifying pipe corrosion and checking the tightness of existing connections (flange, threaded, welded). If necessary, the gas pipeline is painted.

What does capital service mean?

Operation of a gas boiler and “force majeure”

Equipment malfunction is easier to prevent than to repair later

Gas boiler maintenance must be done regularly. During the annual inspection, failures in the operation of automation, the safety of insulating materials, and the tightness of components and pipes are identified. This ensures the safety of the equipment and achieves savings by fine-tuning the gas flow. In this material we will talk about the actions that need to be performed for proper prevention of a gas boiler. Let's look at the example of a wall model. Most often, it is wall-mounted boilers that require detailed maintenance.
The following maintenance steps can be defined:

shutdown of gas, water and electricity
coolant drain
turbine maintenance
cleaning the heat exchanger
cleaning gas burners and electrodes
boiler cleaning
checking the expansion tank
checking flow sensors and filters
gas pressure adjustment
connection and testing

Before starting boiler maintenance, it is worth making a visual inspection of the shut-off valves for water supply and drainage. Perform a voltage test. Check the condition of the gas inlet and its shut-off valves.

Initial disassembly of a gas boiler

If there is no damage, you can start shutting down, partially disassembling the boiler, draining the water and starting maintenance. After removing the front panel, you need to check the thermal insulation of the connecting pipes and expansion tank. Pipes supplying still cold coolant must not be allowed to freeze.

Turbine maintenance

Gas boiler turbine

The exhaust fan ensures proper removal of carbon dioxide, soot and smoke after combustion of the gas mixture. After dismantling the fan, it is worth checking the chimney pipe leading to the street for clogging. The fan must be cleaned of dust and the shafts lubricated. The condensate collector leading to the turbine must be sealed.

Cleaning the gas burner chamber and heat exchanger

gas boiler burner

After removing the cover, clean the outer fins of the heat exchanger from combustion products with a coarse brush. A well-cleaned heat exchanger ensures uniform heating of water or other coolant and prevents local overheating.

Using a soft copper brush, you need to remove any remaining soot from the ignition electrodes and ionization sensor, which are located in the chamber, and wipe them with isopropyl alcohol. Finally, you need to check the gap from the electrode to the burner, which should be about 4 mm.

Chemical descaling

There are operating conditions (they are indicated at the end of the article) under which it may be necessary to service a gas boiler in the form of cleaning the heat exchanger from scale. In this case, the supply tubes are unscrewed entirely. For chemical cleaning, it must be filled with a solution of hydrochloric acid, which dissolves blockages. After 10-15 minutes, drain and rinse with running water. If during washing there are still difficulties with the passage of water, the cleaning process should be repeated.

Cleaning the inside of the boiler

Using a vacuum cleaner, we finish cleaning the combustion chamber and clean the rest of the internal volume of the gas boiler. Next, wipe all surfaces with a damp cloth. This prevents dust accumulation and possible fire if the boiler has not been used for a long time.

Adjusting the pressure of the expansion tank

During the production of a gas boiler, nitrogen is pumped into the boiler, but during operation, manufacturers are allowed to pump it with ordinary air. An expansion tank is necessary to compensate for excess pressure that occurs as a result of heating and cooling of the coolant. In addition, it has the function of protecting against water hammer in the heating system.

To completely prevent a gas boiler, you need to measure the pressure in the expansion tank using a pressure gauge. For most wall-mounted boilers, the pressure required for operation is 1 bar. The exact numbers need to be clarified in the documentation for the boiler. In the event that the pressure is insufficient, it is necessary to pump nitrogen or atmospheric air into it using a compressor. In case of excess pressure, it is necessary to bleed off the excess through the valve.

Cleaning filters

Incoming. If water is used as a coolant, the flow often contains fine sand, silt, scale, rust or metal shavings. Dirt entering the system can disrupt the operation of the input flow sensor, clog the heat exchanger, etc.

The filter and flow sensor are cleaned using ordinary running water and a brush with hard bristles. Next, before reinstallation, to soften the O-rings that prevent leakage, they need to be treated with silicone grease to achieve a tight connection.

Filling the system and checking

After installing the filter, you need to fill the system with coolant; to do this, open the shut-off valve. After filling the boiler, we carefully check the entire system for possible leaks and run the boiler idle, without gas. We check the normal operation of the automation and the absence of error signals.

Gas pressure adjustment

Measuring and adjusting the minimum and maximum gas pressure will not only achieve proper operation of the boiler, but also save money. The exact pressure range is indicated in the instructions. For wall-mounted boilers it is at least 2 mbar. The maximum pressure is 13 minibar.

If there are no errors, start the gas boiler and open the gas valve. Using a differential pressure gauge, we measure the minimum gas pressure in the system. To measure the maximum possible pressure, turn on the boiler in the “chimney sweep” mode and check the pressure in this mode. If necessary, adjust the pressure to the specified values.

Check and launch

After completing the gas boiler maintenance, we carefully check all possible leak points with a gas analyzer. We close the protective casing and test the operation of the equipment in all possible modes. In addition, it is worth conducting additional instruction on the safety and technical conditions of the gas boiler.

The importance of correct gas pressure setting

When the pressure drops below acceptable values, the boiler automation is not able to accurately regulate the heating temperature and operates at maximum values. The electronics opens the maximum pressure and heats the boiler to the required temperature, but due to insufficient pressure, it is impossible to maintain the desired temperature. The automation shuts off the gas and, after reaching the minimum allowed temperature, again heats the boiler to the maximum in the maximum possible mode.

If the gas pressure exceeds the rated values, the flame height is too high. This can lead to premature burnout of the heat exchanger, which is not designed to operate in this mode.

Compare this with normal operating mode, in which the temperature is gradually brought to the required values, and then maintained at a minimum gas flow. In this case, gas consumption decreases due to the smooth dynamics of heating and cooling.

Is it necessary to chemically clean the inside of the heat exchanger?

Under normal operating conditions, no. The service life of the heat exchanger is about 6-7 years and after this time it is easier to make a preventive replacement. Annual dismantling and reinstallation will only increase the risks associated with possible destruction of connections and the risk of subsequent fluid leakage.

However, there are reasons why annual chemical cleaning may be worthwhile. This is very hard water that contains too many mineral impurities. A layer of scale builds up too quickly in the heat exchanger. Because of this, difficulties arise associated with insufficient heating of water. During prolonged operation under such conditions, the heat exchanger generally stops passing enough liquid, overheats, burns out, and the boiler fails.

How often does the boiler need to be serviced? Regularity of prevention

A gas boiler inspection must be carried out at least once a year, before the start of the heating season. Why is regularity necessary when servicing gas boilers? The answer is simple, it is necessary for reliable and uninterrupted provision of hot water. Let's try to figure out what can happen if you don't carry out an annual inspection of your gas boiler.

Over time, the connections become more and more fragile, the insulating materials exhaust their service life and cannot provide a sufficient degree of sealing. This applies to both coolant and gas.

Excess dust and fumes on the turbine impeller lead to wear and premature failure.

Insufficient or excessive pressure in the expansion tank leads to sudden pressure surges, which leads to the destruction of connections, seals and hydraulic units.

A dirty filter may cause the water supply to stop. Poor filtration also leads to clogging of thin tubes in the heat exchanger. If dirt gets into the water flow sensor, the boiler will not turn on when the hot water tap is opened.

Incorrect gas adjustment leads to burnout of the heat exchanger, failure of the Venturi nozzle or excessive gas consumption. Over time, the pressure in the gas pipe changes and only annual pressure adjustment can ensure that the pressure corresponds to the passport values.

Pay attention to your gas boiler, do its maintenance and preventive maintenance, and then it will serve you for a long time

Operating boilers around the clock leads to increased wear and tear. Do you agree that the operation of heating and water heating equipment should be safe? Why periodic inspections and repairs of gas units are carried out.

Prevention with the identification of existing defects allows you to prevent the occurrence of emergency situations. Who should carry out maintenance of gas boilers and what set of measures does it include? It is these questions that we will consider in detail in the article.

Our material contains a description of the main stages of service activities and step-by-step photos of maintenance. In addition, we have selected videos on maintenance of the boiler and its components.

Every user of a gas boiler expects its long-term operation. But the durability of equipment depends on many factors.

Uninterrupted operation of the boiler leads to rapid wear of its working elements and components, and an unstable supply of natural gas leads to premature failure of an expensive device.

Failure of gas boiler equipment can only be prevented by timely prevention, which is implemented through warranty and post-warranty service.

According to the rules, the first maintenance must be carried out six months after the end of the warranty period.

The frequency of technical inspections and troubleshooting is established on the basis of an agreement concluded between a representative of the technical department and the owner of the equipment.

During a routine inspection, a gas industry representative pays attention to the following points:

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In addition to a certificate for performing a specified range of work, such organizations receive full access to technical documentation for equipment produced by the manufacturer, as well as the opportunity to receive new boiler components for warranty replacement. The list of certified companies is usually listed on the manufacturer's website.

When choosing a service organization and drawing up a contract, you should focus on two parameters:

Certification of the boiler manufacturer, confirmed by the presence of a license to carry out work.
The location of the service center in the same city or region, which will reduce the response time of the field technician.

In most cases, a service contract is signed before the boiler is fully put into operation. It clearly states the list of future works and the deadlines for their completion.

As a supplement to the contract, a boiler passport is attached, which specifies all the design features of the system, a complete list of its components and elements, as well as the timing of maintenance.

The work offered by service organizations is divided into three types:

Routine maintenance– regular preventive maintenance carried out to assess the technical condition of the unit, identify and eliminate impending breakdowns, to prepare the unit for the heating season and after its completion before summer inactivity.
Service upon subscriber's request– includes measures to identify violations and damage to the system, diagnose the performance of the gas apparatus or its individual parts, and eliminate breakdowns and malfunctions.
Major renovation– a set of measures in the event of a unit breakdown, carried out in the event of emergency situations triggered by external factors or as a result of equipment failure.

The regularity of preventive maintenance of equipment depends on its design.

A list of mandatory “procedures” for routine maintenance and overhaul, as well as the frequency of their execution, is provided by the manufacturer for each specific model

Failure to meet the deadlines for such an important event can lead to serious consequences. Thus, a clogged pipeline can cause a failure of the heating system, and can cause an explosion and fire.

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The boiler connected to the gas boiler, which is designed to supply the DHW system, must also be checked annually and regularly adjusted.

To check the functionality of the boiler safety system and identify vulnerable areas of the equipment, the technician simulates the occurrence of an emergency situation. After starting the system, he monitors the speed of operation of the alarms, the tightness of the shut-off valve and other devices.

If the automation does not work correctly, the unit is disassembled and the failed membranes are replaced with new ones.

The inlet part of the gas pipe is also subject to inspection. It is examined for corrosion and other damage.

The master must ensure the integrity of the gas supply pipeline throughout the entire section laid in the house, paying special attention to the outer surface of the pipes and their connections

All connections of the gas path, including flanged, threaded and prefabricated, are tested for leaks. Measure the pressure in the gas pipeline. If necessary, adjust the gas fittings. Places where paint has peeled off from the surface of the pipe are repainted.

Having adjusted all components of the boiler unit, the technician sets the parameters recommended by the manufacturer.

At the final stage, it carries out a final check of the boiler. The master fills out certification documents, confirming with his signature personal responsibility for the quality of the inspection performed. Finally, he makes a note indicating the period for the next service.

Carrying out major repairs

After the expiration of the operational period specified in the product passport, the gas boiler is subject to technical diagnostics. The main task of engineering and technical measures is to determine the possibility of further safe operation of the equipment.

Major repairs are carried out to restore the technical characteristics of gas heating equipment. As necessary, worn parts and functional units are replaced.

In addition to diagnostics, as part of a major service the following is performed:

Flushing the heat exchanger.
Comprehensive inspection and cleaning of all closed boiler components.

A properly carried out set of measures guarantees the proper operation of gas equipment during the subsequent period of operation.

Scaling that forms in the heat exchanger coil due to improper maintenance leads to a gradual deterioration in the efficiency of the equipment

The heat exchanger is cleaned from scale after the first five years from the date of commissioning of the boiler unit. Although most service organizations recommend carrying out preventive flushing once every two years.

A simple procedure for flushing the boiler heat exchanger can eliminate the problem at the stage of scale formation.

To carry out major cleaning, remove the device casing and disassemble all removable parts of the unit. Separately, dismantle the heat exchanger and, using a pumping station, thoroughly wash it with chemical reagents.

This flushing allows you to remove all the scale that has formed in the pipelines and fins of the heat exchanger over several years. After this, the boiler is assembled and the system is filled with coolant.

In addition to servicing the gas boiler itself and the gas pipeline leading to it, it is important to regularly check the condition of the chimneys

Cleaning of smoke channels, designed to remove combustion products from gas appliances and create draft, is not included in the list of activities required to be performed by the master.

He can do this work for an additional fee. If desired, you can clean the chimney yourself. It is advisable to wash it at least once a year.

Operation of the boiler during force majeure

In the event of an emergency, it is necessary to react to the problem as quickly as possible and try to return the boiler to working condition. Breakdowns, if they occur, occur only during the heating season.

And the reason for this is most often that the unit operates at maximum power without interruption for a long period.

The unit can fail at the most inopportune moment, working at the limit for a long period of time, which leads to rapid wear of parts

Low-quality fuel, which is often supplied to the gas system, often leads to the same disastrous result.

Having a service agreement in hand, the owner can only call the organization. Having received the request, the repair team will arrive on site and fix the problem.

But it’s worth considering that calling the first gas worker you come across is not the best option. And it’s not even a tidy sum that the owner will have to pay. After all, no one guarantees that the master will be able to perform repairs at a high professional level in an emergency situation.

Therefore, in order to avoid such situations and save unnecessary costs, you should not neglect the opportunity to conduct a routine technical inspection before the onset of cold weather.

Conclusions and useful video on the topic

Video about the sequence of actions during maintenance of a gas boiler:

Video guide for cleaning the burner:

Are you faced with the need to urgently call a technician to diagnose your gas boiler? Or did you have to pay for additional services during the maintenance process? Tell us about your situation - perhaps your experience will be useful to other owners of gas equipment. Leave your comments below the article.