When installing in an apartment or a house of autonomous hot water supply, it is necessary to perform the correct connection of the water heater directly, both to the water supply system and to the electric network.
Currently, water heaters of various types are often installed both in the apartment and in their own house in the country.
This device makes it possible to completely not depend on centralized hot water supply and have always hot water in the house.
It should be noted that installing a boiler allows you to save considerable money when paying for utilities.
The scheme of connection to the water supply system depends mainly on the type of water heater used.
In addition, the status of the electrical network is of great importance, since the water heater, as a rule, has high power performance and consumes a significant amount of electricity.
To carry out the connection of water heaters of various types to the water supply system in their own apartment or house, everyone can.
For this it is enough to have at hand only all the necessary consumables and tools.
Contents:
- Main types of stand-alone water heaters
- Choosing a water heater
- Preparing for connection
- Connecting to the water supply of the storage device
- Installing the
flow-through unit The main types of stand-alone water heaters
Currently, in specialized stores, you can find a huge selection of autonomous water heaters that are equally suitable for installationin the apartment, and in a private house in the country.
In order to determine the choice of the boiler, it is necessary to thoroughly understand the device of each of them and understand the principle of operation.
The main and basic parameter for water heaters, which characterizes their device, is the type of product. One of the types of boilers is storage type devices.
It is a specific volume of the tank inside which the heating element is located.
The principle of its operation is that the tank is filled with water, after which it is heated by the operation of the heating element.
In order for hot water to flow from the tap when using a water heater of this type, a certain amount of time is required.
In turn, the water heater of the flow type performs the heating of the water directly in the pipe itself.
In this case, hot water starts to flow from the tap immediately after the device is turned on.
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It should be noted that the water heaters can differ among themselves according to the heat source used.
So, most often in apartments and private houses use electrical devices, in which the main element is the heater.
In addition, sometimes you can find and aggregates, which function due to the energy of heating the flame.
Despite the fact that this type of equipment is more economical, yet the easiest to install and use is electrical.
It should be noted that it is almost impossible to connect gas-powered equipment with one's own hands, since this work requires certain knowledge and appropriate qualifications.
In turn, electric water heaters are connected to both the water supply and the power supply quickly enough. In addition, such a connection mono without problems to perform their own hands.
Choosing a water heater
The first thing to do before you independently connect the device to a water pipe and electricity network, it must be properly purchased.
At present, specialized stores offer a large selection of electrical units that allow you to quickly heat up the water.
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The shelves represent products of different manufacturers and types, which somewhat complicates the choice of the device.
Meanwhile, choosing electric water heaters, it is necessary, first of all, to look not at its cost, but on technical characteristics.
In addition, it will not be superfluous to first review the reviews on a particular device.
Of course, preference should be given to well-known firms that have already managed to prove the high quality of their products.
It is also recommended to consult with specialists who are well versed in electric water heaters.
The high reliability of water heaters are well-known trademark Termex. The manufacturer of Termex has been operating in the market of water heaters for a long time all over the world.
Termex devices are characterized by good performance and durability, and in addition, they consume a minimum amount of electricity during their operation.
Thermex offers water heaters of both accumulating and flow types. They belong to the average price category and are available to most buyers in our country.
The advantages of Termex branded units can be attributed to an attractive appearance. They easily fit into the design of the bathroom.
In addition, Termex products are presented in a wide range, which enables buyers to purchase such a device, which will suit both its characteristics and cost.
Thermomex water heaters are easy to install both in the water supply and in the electricity network, and are undemanding for future use.
Thermomex water heating devices are optimally suited for use, both in an apartment and in a private house.
Preparing to connect
Regardless of the type of heater chosen, the first thing you need to do is determine the place in the house where it will be installed directly.
It is recommended that all of its elements and connections are in the most accessible place. This will, if necessary, conduct its maintenance and repair in a convenient way.
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If a storage type device is chosen as the water heater, the wall on which it will be installed must be strong enough and able to withstand the weight of the unit with a margin.
In the immediate vicinity of the water heater, water pipes must pass, as otherwise there will be a need to install additional sections of the water pipe.
In addition, the water supply system of the apartment must be in good working order.
Also check the electrical network to which the water heater will be connected. Best for this device will equip its outlet with a separate wire and automatic.
Next, prepare all the material and tools needed for work.
To install the boiler with your own hands, you will definitely need a tape measure and an ordinary building level, a puncher or a powerful drill with a shock function.
It is necessary to have at hand a set of wrenches, with the help of which the water heater will be connected to the water supply.
As tripods, triple fittings and stopcocks should be purchased. To seal all connections, you should get a pack or a special sealing tape.
Also it is necessary to have at hand connecting hoses. The connection of the water heater itself must be carried out in a certain sequence in accordance with generally accepted rules.
Connection to the water supply of the storage device
The connection diagram of the storage water heater is quite simple and can be quickly realized with the help of minimal building skills.
Regardless of the material from which the pipes are made in the water supply system, it will first be necessary to completely shut off the water supply to the apartment.
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Next, you must perform the installation of tees, which will connect the system and the device itself.
After that, immediately behind the tee, you need to install a shut-off valve, which, if necessary, will allow you to quickly cut off the flow of water into the device itself.
At the final stage, the installation of flexible hoses, providing the connection of the water heater with a water pipe.
When connecting a storage type device, you must always follow the sequence of connection of the circuit elements.
In any case, the first thing is to install a tee and a stopcock, and only then all the other elements of the water pipe.
All connections must be carefully sealed, otherwise the system will definitely let flow at the most inopportune moment.
For more details on how to connect a storage water heater in an apartment on your own, see the video above.
Assembly of the
flow unit Connect the flow type device to the water supply system even easier than the storage water heater.
To begin with, it is necessary, as in the first case, to block the flow of water into the apartment. Next, it is necessary to make a technological rupture of the pipe in the place where the device itself will be directly connected.
After that, the corresponding shut-off valves are installed on the pipes, which will allow to disconnect the water heater from the system if necessary.
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The device itself is connected to the water pipe by means of flexible hoses. Only after all connections and components of the unit have been checked will it be possible to supply water and electricity.
When connecting a flow device, it is necessary to carefully seal all the water connections.
In addition, it should be mandatory to equip for him and a separate outlet with a feeder.
Immediately before the operation of the water heater, it must be checked in operation and, if necessary, remedied.
For more details on how to make a connection to a flowing water heater with your own hands, see the video posted above.
