DIY installation and connection of a storage water heater

The purchase of a water heater in an apartment or house is a very right step. This brings a large number of benefits to the owner and tenants. But it is worthwhile to understand that installing a storage water heater at home is not an easy task. You need to have a certain knowledge base in order to complete each process correctly. And it consists of a large number of stages.

Installing a water heater in a private house is practically no different from an apartment. Often, such a device is bought in multi-storey buildings in order to solve the problem of permanent shutdown of water. Connecting and installing a storage water heater to the water supply are things that puzzle potential buyers. They simply do not know how to carry out these processes.

Initially, you need to decide on the model of the water heater. Consider the material of the walls, as well as the volume of the tank, which clearly tells about the weight of the unit. Next, you need to proceed to the direct installation. You can turn to professionals, but often, they just set unrealistic prices for their services. We decided - we do the installation ourselves. This material will answer all questions.

Connection diagram for storage water heater

Proper installation and basic secrets

It is easy to install a water heater correctly, but this process will not work without preparation. It is necessary, as already described above, to take into account the weight of the unit. Also taken into account are the structural features of the unit. If the wall is very weak and the weight is sufficient, you need to choose another place or strengthen it. Just build a special stand to support the structure, you can use brackets, trims and pipes.

What about usability? A few rules:

1. The water heater must be installed so as not to obstruct the passage. The ideal option is to create for him the likeness of a locker or a recess in the wall, to place it in this structure, to hide from eyes, damage and possible inconvenience in movement. In any case, the unit should not restrict your movement around the apartment.
2. Fasteners should not interfere with the efficiency of the boiler. Also, do not make it too intricate. It is best to strengthen the wall, because the load goes on it, and not on the mount. Therefore, the wrong place is unsafe, the structure can easily be broken.
3. Install a water heater at a time. Do not stretch the process for days or weeks. There is nothing difficult in this if the person is well prepared.
4. Connecting an electric water heater to the water supply is another action that must be carried out strictly according to the instructions. About her a little lower.
5. But the main rule of connecting to the water supply system is to install the heater as close to the water source as possible, that is, next to the sink or toilet.
6. You can adjust the temperature using the remote control. Otherwise, you need to do this manually. But such a setting is quite useless, so you can simply ignore it. The remoteness of the water heater can be any, the main thing is that it is convenient for users.
7. In short, the process is very simple - we drill a few holes, hammer the dowels, and then hang the boiler on them. Installation completed.But this is the most abridged version; you cannot do this without other procedures.

Connecting different parts of the water heater should also be easy. No extra items or other things should interfere with this process. Water supply is nearby, the wall is strong and ready for use - this is enough for a successful installation. It must be remembered that the operation of the boiler is good, but everyone should be comfortable. Choose the installation location responsibly.

We connect the water heater to the water supply

Installation and connection of storage electric heater has certain rules and scheme. You need to perform them and then the entire installation will be easy, and the unit will be able to work for its owner for years. Incorrect installation, on the contrary, reduces the operational life by several times. Details will constantly wear out, break, the boiler can interfere with movement and much more.

The scheme of the storage water heater

Diagram of a typical connection of a water heater to a water supply system

Hot and cold water will be supplied through risers that run throughout the apartment, and not only the owner, but the entire house. Their main task is to supply water. Depending on the desire, it can be either cold or hot. The heater does not cost anything to turn the first option into the second, for this it is installed in the apartment.

Important! Pay attention to the water taps, which will block the flow of fluid into the capacity of the main tank. Then it circulates further and returns. They must be installed correctly so that there are no problems in use. After all, it is this part of the water heater that is responsible for the supply of water.

Do not forget about the check valve. It protects the heater, as well as the entire unit from overheating or water ingress. If cold water is turned off, the tank may be left without water. In this case, heating elements very often burn out. It can reach a complete breakdown of the unit. It is the non-return valve that protects against the above problems. Therefore, it must be mounted correctly.

To better understand the device diagram, you need to study the storage water heater and the basic principles of its operation. It is worth remembering that water always comes from below. This is done in order to avoid problems during an emergency blackout. In this case, the water returns to an empty riser with cold water. By the way, it is very scrupulous to check the complete set of your unit at the time of purchase - it must have a check valve.

But there are a lot of scammers now, so he may be absent. In another case, they may try to sell it separately as an additional part. Do not believe such a cheap trick, any manufacturer will confirm that the item comes in any standard configuration of a storage water heater. It is also worth saying a few words about the drain valve, what does it represent in the general scheme.

The drain valve is a simple tap that drains the main tank of the boiler. The element is provided in advance, even before installation, in the preparatory phase. If the boiler has to be removed, it is the valve that will drain all the water from the tank and clean the structure. This is not a problem, but the tanks are different, some contain a hundred or more liters of water. And this is a problem.

Important! Always position the drain tap higher than the check valve. If this is not done, draining the water will not work, the liquid will not leak.

The importance of the proper use of cranes

There are two taps in the connection diagram

The storage water heater always has several taps, or rather, two of them. One turns on the water, which begins to be supplied to the user, the second turns off if it is not needed. Also in the system there will be a pair of main cranes that are in all apartments.They have a network together with a central water supply, are located near the riser, so that it is possible to directly block the water.

There is also a secret crane, which is responsible for the constant movement of water between the riser and the apartment. At this moment, the device is working. This tap must be closed so that all neighbors do not start using water. If you do not block this element, the water will simply drain into the riser. But nobody wants to do charity work. Moreover, the water heater simply does not have enough power to provide the entire entrance with water.

So, the main rule of crane operation is the use of water correctly. The taps of the water heater itself must be turned off, and the main ones located in the apartment must be opened. This is suitable if the city boiler room provides water. If hot water is turned off, the taps change position. The device is connected to the network, two cranes on the unit open, and one of the cranes, which is responsible for the riser, is closed.

How to connect a water heater to an open tank

Standard arrangement of pipes and elements in the design of the water heater

Central water supply is far from in all houses. It applies only to urban areas, high-rise buildings and so on. What if the boiler needs to be installed in a private house, cottage or in the country? There is no central water supply there. In rare cases and for some reason, it may not be in the apartment. In this case, a storage tank with water may be used.

Often it is installed on the roof, for a large number of reasons. It is both safety and usability. The water heater is not afraid of such restrictions and can be connected to a tank. There is only one condition, two units cannot be very close to each other. Two meters is the minimum indicator for normal operation and functioning.

Also, do not forget that each model of storage water heater has its own pressure level. If this figure is above six points, then it is worth purchasing and installing additional elements. The reducer, which will stand near the boiler, in front of its entrance, will reduce pressure several times. Which, again, will protect the entire system as a whole.

There are several schemes for connecting boilers to other tanks. It all depends on the distance, as well as other, less important aspects. They need to be taken into account, each condition, this will increase the operational life of the device, make its operation correct and reliable.

We connect the storage water heater to electricity

The main scheme for connecting the boiler to the mains

The main advantage of units of this type is that they are able to operate from a simple 220V network, which is in every house and apartment. By the way, for normal operation, grounding is necessary, so often experts advise connecting the water heater to an existing outlet for the washing machine. The catalyst will be a simple plug.

Important! Keep in mind that the slot for the washing machine must be created in accordance with all safety rules. If it is really working and can be used, then you can use it for a water heater. Otherwise, you should not even take risks, the unit will simply burn out.

But not all apartments have special sockets for the proper operation of the washing machine. Then you can not do without the services of professionals, namely - electricians. They can bring real benefits, create wiring from scratch. You do not need to do this yourself, take it only if there is a knowledge base. Otherwise, you do not need to get into electricity, it is dangerous.

Do you need the correct wiring for the water heater to work:

• Power surges can easily damage all internal elements of the boiler. It will simply stop working or a specific part will fail. In the worst case, there may be a fire.Wiring must be done correctly.
• If the work is done poorly, the owner will be able to ask for this from one of the companies.
• A good conductive network significantly increases the operational period of the device, several times.
• Well and first of all, it’s the safety of a house or apartment, a guarantee of protection and proper operation of the entire system.

Of course, creating a new electrical wiring from scratch is an expensive and not so necessary process. But for the correct operation of the storage water heater, it is simply necessary. Often, apartment owners create a separate wiring for the unit, and then conduct a complete audit of the entire house. This helps to identify old problems and make the supply of electricity better and safer.

The best brands - choose a water heater

One of the best options on the market today is a water heater from Electrolux

At the end of the material, you need to advise some really good manufacturers, which are associated with the word "quality". After all, all of the above does not matter if the landlord buys low-quality equipment. It will break in any case, regardless of the correct connection of electrical and water circuits. Therefore, you need to make the right choice:

1. Electrolux Who said that only the Germans create high-quality equipment? Their direct competitor is Sweden. There is no point in introducing Electrolux, everyone knows it. The brand has been creating household appliances for decades and has earned an excellent reputation. Water heaters of this brand are beautiful. Cheap models with flowing type of functioning are very popular. All of them are small, compact, light during installation. Smooth temperature control, great functionality - the main advantages for each potential buyer.
2. Ariston A company that mainly specializes in water heaters. The main difference from competitors is a very stylish design, as well as a large number of functions. In comparison with many analogues, most models have a favorable price. All Ariston boilers can automatically turn off if a power failure occurs. Such a self is the security system of the future.
3. Bosch Another brand that is simply impossible to ignore. Titanium of all household appliances and the leader in sales of storage water heaters. Reliability, ease of use, high service life are the main advantages of the models. The most popular models run on gas or electricity.

We all live in the 21st century - a modern world with advanced technologies. But the availability of hot water is still a lottery. Especially if a person lives in an apartment where there is a central water supply. Repairs, permanent pipe repairs - all this affects the lack of hot water. Having a water heater will solve all these problems. Use the above schemes and instructions to make the process as easy and correct as possible.