Gas boilers "Siberia": reviews, specifications, instructions

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The Siberia gas boiler occupies one of the leading places among the popular and competitive domestic boilers. All modifications have a good efficiency - 90%, are distinguished by a low specific indicator of fuel consumption, have a simple, durable and efficient design.

The manufacturer produces models with steel or cast iron, built-in heat exchangers. Multifunctional floor-standing and compact wall-mounted boilers have an average market price, which starts at 19 thousand rubles.

Floor standing boiler appearance

• 1 Who is the manufacturer
• 2 Design and principle of operation
• 3 The most reliable models
• 4 Major malfunctions of Siberia
• 5 Owner reviews
• 6 Official website of boilers with a catalog
• 7 Installation and connection considerations

About company

The owner of the Siberia brand is Rostovgazoapparat CJSC. This is a large company that produces gas equipment. The plant was founded in 1888. Location - Rostov-on-Don. The first in the USSR - in 1959, began to produce gas boilers - AOGV-80. Today the enterprise is an example of automation and robotization of production processes. The products manufactured by the plant serve for 20 or more years.

Hot water supply

In cases where it is planned not only to heat the premises with the help of a floor-standing boiler, but also to receive hot water for household needs, you should take a closer look at the models marked "K". Such models have two heating circuits, which means they are able to simultaneously heat the room and provide it with hot water.

When choosing the right floor-standing gas boiler Siberia (reviews on the quality of water supply of which depend on correctly performed calculations), you should again refer to the boiler power indicators.

It should be noted that for a family of three, the boiler must be able to produce hot water in a volume of 4 liters per minute. Among the models of Siberia, this requirement is met by the 11K boiler.

Device

• Heat exchanger material - carbon structural steel.

• Automatic block SIT, consisting of a solenoid valve, a modulating thermostat for on / off and a thermoelectric device for controlling the flame. There is re-ignition and fuel pressure stabilizer, piezo ignition and gas filter.

• Atmospheric burner. Material - heat-resistant steel. Can operate at reduced fuel pressure.

• Powder coated housing.

• Foil heat insulator - to reduce heat transfer and increase efficiency.

• Capillary thermometer.

Series from Siberia

The manufacturer offers three series:

• Premium Topline-24. Premium models are made for small buildings. Double-circuit - you can heat water for domestic needs. A feature of the series is electronic ignition. There is ionization control of fire and waste gas. There is a descaling function. Efficiency 90%.
• Comfort Siberia. Modifications 23, 29, 35, 40, 50 (heat output, kW). Any option is offered - single-circuit or double-circuit. Designed for large rooms.
• Econom Siberia. Produced since 2005. Four models differing in the number of circuits and power - 11.6 kW and 17.6 kW. The letter "K" in the marking means - two contours. It is possible to switch to liquefied gas - you can insure yourself against an accident in the gas pipeline. The cases are covered with enamel that protects against mechanical damage.

The best and most famous models: characteristics and prices

Classic floor standing boilers Siberia

Classic, inexpensive and most popular boilers with a steel heat exchanger. They are distinguished by compact dimensions, heat exchanger steel thickness of 4 mm, reliability and a pleasant price. The efficiency is 90%, the gas consumption of the 11.6 kW model is only 1.18 m3 / h. Available in 11, 17, 23, 29 and 35 kW versions. There are also dual-circuit models, they come with a "K" prefix (for example, Siberia 11K) and cost only 5-15% more than single-circuit models.

As for the rest, for more than 12 years of operating experience, there are practically no serious service complaints, the model is considered the most successful and most reliable of domestic gas boilers. Almost all the disadvantages described earlier are inherent in it - sensitivity to clogging, noisy ignition. Please note that the maximum allowable working pressure is only 1 bar, therefore it is not recommended to use the model in closed systems, where the working pressure is usually 1.5-2 bar.

Cost: RUB 19,800-26,000

KCHGO series

One of the best Siberia gas boilers for heating a private house. This is a larger and heavier model with a durable cast iron heat exchanger. Cast iron is practically not subject to corrosion, therefore such heat exchangers serve for 30 years or more, although they are much more expensive. Unlike the previous model, the permissible operating pressure is now 3 bar, which allows the boiler to be used in any domestic closed heating systems with forced circulation of the coolant. Available in 16, 25, 40, 50 kW versions.

The burner and automation of the boiler are the same - the famous Italian EuroSit and Polidoro, so the gas consumption remained at the same level - 1.7 m3 / h for the 16 kW model. Otherwise, everything is the same as with the classic steel floor stands. A significant drawback is the lack of dual-circuit versions. Prices for cast iron models, although quite high, are much lower than foreign counterparts and one of the lowest among domestic

Cost: RUB 33,900 - RUB 62,000

Top Line Series

A hinged model, in the case of which all the necessary modules of the heating system are already located (expansion tank, circulation pump, safety group, etc.). It is distinguished by the presence of a continuously modulating burner, which is reflected in the maximum gas consumption - 2.65 m3 / h at a power of 24 kW. Copper heat exchanger - more resistant to corrosion than steel and more heat-conducting. But in double-circuit models, it is bithermal (double), which means almost zero result when washing it and vulnerability to scale accumulation. Therefore, it is imperative to use soft purified water as a coolant and change it as rarely as possible.

Among other things, there is protection against overheating and freezing, the ability to connect an external thermostat. The model is quite new and has been in operation for only a few years, during which time there have been no serious service complaints. A significant drawback is the difficulty of acquiring it, since it is still rarely found in the range of online stores. First of all, this is due to the lack of versions of other power: only Top Line 24 kW (single-circuit) and Top Line 24C (double-circuit) are available.

Cost: RUB 21,500-26,000

Technical design features

High strength heat exchanger. In its manufacture, practical materials were used - steel or cast iron, and automatic welding. Service life - 25 years.

• Appliances with two circuits heat water in a copper flow-through radiator.
• An insulating layer protects users from burns.
• They are used in any water supply systems - both forced and natural water circulation are suitable.
• Energy independence. Do not connect to power grids.

Advantages of Siberia gas boilers

The heat exchanger tank is made of high quality materials using automatic welding, therefore it is distinguished by its reliability and high strength.

The advantages of gas boilers "Siberia" can be highlighted:

1. The efficiency is up to 90%.
2. Simple control of the heating mode.
3. Double-circuit boilers have a copper flow-through circuit for heating water.
4. The equipment has good thermal insulation, so they do not pose a hazard during operation.
5. Small size, interesting design and quiet operation. Thanks to these characteristics, the boiler can be installed in any room.
6. If the boiler is equipped with a cast iron heat exchanger, the service life can be up to 25 years.
7. Effective heating of the heat carrier is ensured by a steel heat exchanger.
8. The equipment can be used in a system with forced and natural circulation of water.

But, despite the many advantages, there are some disadvantages:

• The equipment can only be installed near a wall;
• For the installation of a gas system, it is necessary to obtain all permits;
• It is necessary to install a chimney for the boiler to work;
• The gas unit has a high fire hazard;
• No condensing devices.

Built-in automation has the following features:

1. The automation has a piezoelectric ignition.
2. It is very easy to operate the automation unit, since they are conveniently located in the device.
3. There is no need to control and regulate the operation of the combined valve, since everything happens in automatic mode.
4. The device maintains an accurate temperature.
5. The automation is equipped with a draft sensor and flame control.
6. The optimal gas consumption is automatically determined after selecting the burner operating mode.

The main advantage of the operation of gas boilers "Siberia" is energy independence. This factor is very important in areas where power outages are frequent.

The gas boiler burner Siberia has the following features:

1. The burner is made of stainless steel, so it will not burn out at low pressure.
2. The Italian-made burner is an environmentally friendly device and does not include harmful substances in the exhaust gases.
3. By replacing the burner and the main part of the burner, the boiler will be able to operate on liquefied gas.

For the correct operation of the burner, you do not need to have any special knowledge, but it is enough to follow the instructions for normal operation of the entire system. Maintenance of the heating system should be carried out annually:

• Check the draft of the chimney, the operation of devices that are responsible for the safety and tightness of the system;
• Carry out cleaning of gas filters;
• Flush the pilot and main burners.

Such work is carried out by specialized services.

Features of wall modifications

They are in high demand - functional, practical, compact. Benefits:

• Gianoni heat sink made of copper.
• Polidoro is an alloy steel burner.
• Honeywell - Automatic flame modulation.
• Anti-freeze function.
• LCD display with current information and error codes that occur in case of failures.

By connecting a room thermostat, fuel consumption can be reduced.

The lineup

Several lines are presented by the manufacturer:

• AKGV and AOGV. Accordingly, double-circuit and single-circuit. Placed on the floor. Heating capacity 11-35 kW. The material of the heat exchangers, most often carbon steel. Heated areas of 125-400 square meters. Water consumption - 4-8 l / min at 35 ° C.

• KCHGO. Powerful machines 16-50 kW. They heat large buildings, warehouses, production halls. The radiator is cast iron.

• Top Line. Hang on the wall. 24,000 watts. Copper heat exchangers. Designed for the simultaneous maintenance of several points of water intake. Designed for houses up to 200 sq. M.

• Aqua. 18,000-23,000 watts. It is more a water heater than a heating boiler. Ignition - piezo / electronic.

Reviews of gas boilers Siberia models 11, 17, 23, 29, 35, prices, characteristics

Rostov Gas Equipment Plant is a domestic manufacturer of heating and hot water supply devices.Today the lineup of the enterprise is represented by the following lines: AOGV, RGA and Siberia. Each device is manufactured from quality materials. That is why reviews of Siberia gas heating boilers speak of the reliability and durability of the units, at a relatively low price.

The Siberia line includes floor-standing equipment (including those with a cast-iron heat exchanger), wall-mounted appliances, and instantaneous water heaters. Each is characterized by a high level of quality achieved through close cooperation with leading foreign manufacturers of key components: Viadrus, Gianoni - heat exchangers, Polidoro - burners, SIT, Honeywell - automation unit, Grundfos - pumps and Zilmet - expansion tanks.

Such a complete set allows not only to increase the durability and efficiency of the equipment, but also to maintain its affordable cost.For example, water heating with a Siberia gas water heater by 18 kW will cost even at the operation stage cheaper than the same Electrolux due to gas consumption, which is almost higher in this boiler. by 20% than in the domestic analogue. Consumers have long appreciated the quality of workmanship, materials and assembly of devices, which is why they are in demand in our market.

Siberia customer ratings

“For a long time my wife and I chose a boiler, focused on 20-25 kW. As a result, we were bribed by the cost of a Siberia double-circuit boiler, comparing it with devices of foreign companies similar in assembly quality - gas Siberia, it turns out, is much more profitable, and if we also add adaptation to the conditions of the CIS (declared by the manufacturer), then it has no equal in general. In general, we installed it - everything was without problems. We are using it for the second season - no complaints yet. "

Alexander Petrovsky, St. Petersburg.

“I selected a boiler of about 10 kW, which could work in the absence of electricity and with appropriate automation in case of a sudden shutdown. The price of gas non-volatile boilers Siberia 11 seemed acceptable to me, however, I read on the Internet that they support liquefied gas, and the store said that it was necessary to buy special nozzles separately. But for me this did not play a fundamental role. Installed, worked for 2 years. As expected, there were outages, the boiler continued to function without interruption. "

Georgy Kazantsev, Vladikavkaz.

“My wife persuaded me to buy a gas single-circuit floor-standing boiler Siberia 17, I was inclined towards the 23 kW model, and our house is 190 square meters, although it is well insulated, it is better to have a stock. Nevertheless, the power turned out to be enough even for 18-degree frosts, in which the house was still holding 20 degrees of heat. During installation, there were slight difficulties with the connection, it turned out that the supply to the water-heating part did not match in diameter, so I recommend that you clarify everything in advance. "

Yakov Tsegelsky, Elista.

“After reading user reviews about TopLine 24 2-circuit wall-mounted boilers, I decided to try to rely on domestic products. Contrary to the admonitions of friends, there has not yet been a situation in which I would regret my choice. The assembly is of high quality, what is needed for connection is included, the automation works without failures, and the battery capacity of even my modest UPS was quite enough for the Siberia gas boiler to continue heating for 2 hours without electricity (it consumes 85 W). "

Anatoly Petrov, Krasnodar.

“The characteristics of the Siberia AOGV 11 heating gas boiler seemed convincing to me. Today he is more than 3 years old, during this time all he did was call the master for routine cleaning, which is provided for by the instructions. I have the impression that he was only disassembling and assembling the device (I did not see any attempts at serious cleaning), which speaks in favor of the chosen device. "

Denis Murmantsev, Maykop.

“In my humble opinion, the domestic boiler of the Siberia 23 brand for a private house is a gas appliance with the best price-quality indicator on the market. Before buying, I went through a lot of options (mainly assembled in China), still I did not find a boiler that would inspire confidence and was in the same price range. Today the device has been operating in my house for a year now, I understand that the period is short, but during this time there were only positive impressions. After all, they can do it with us whenever they want. "

Vladimir Semin, Domodedovo.

“Last year, in the summer, I installed Siberia 17 on 133 sq. M. I worked out the winter with a bang, the automation is functioning perfectly. I am thinking of buying 11 models for the garage. "

Valentin Alyabyev, St. Petersburg.

Advantages and disadvantages

Consider the main advantages and disadvantages of the devices in order to determine which gas boiler to choose for heating a private house and what you should pay attention to.

The advantages include:

• Low noise level.
• Automatic control and safety system.
• A wide range of Siberia boilers.
• Undemanding to the quality of water and gas.
• Low pressure capability.
• Reliability of the used metal alloys.
• Italian developments in critical units.
• Energy independence.

Among the disadvantages of Siberia boilers, it is worth noting:

• The need to obtain a permit for installation from the gas service.
• Increased fire hazard of equipment.
• Lack of condensing units in the range.
• Needs location near an external wall.
• Requires arrangement of a chimney.

Siberia cost and brief description

There is a wide variety of Siberia devices on the market, we will review the model range of Russian gas heaters of the main line of this manufacturer.

It should be noted that Siberia devices marked with the letter "K" differ only in the presence of a hot water supply circuit, all other characteristics are the same.

Buyer Tips

Before choosing a Siberia column for home heating, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the recommendations:

• The boilers can be converted for LPG by replacing the pilot nozzles and the main burner.
• If the budget is not limited by a rigid framework, it is better to choose a boiler with a cast-iron heat exchanger; according to reviews, Siberia from this material has a resource of use 2.5 times higher.
• Even when buying a model without providing hot water supply, it is additionally organized using an indirect type water heater.
• To quickly determine the required power of the boiler, an approximate relationship is used: 1 kW per 10 square meters of the room. But we must not forget about the degree of insulation of the building. For example, for poorly insulated buildings, the ratio can be 1 to 7, and for houses with a good thermal layer - 1 to 13-15.

The description of Siberia non-volatile heating boilers indicates the need for maintenance at least once a year, during which the following is performed:

• Cleaning the gas filter.
• Flushing the pilot and main burners.
• Checking the tightness of the device systems; safety automation; boiler chimney draft.

All listed work must be performed by a gas service specialist.

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Criterias of choice

• Power - the more it is, the larger the heated area. Prescribed in the labeling.

• Dimensions of the room. The calculation of the required heating capacity is carried out taking into account the dependence: for 10 sq. M. - 1000 watts. It is not recommended to use the device at maximum - this increases the wear of its elements. The value must be increased by adding 30%.

• Climate.

• Building insulation.

• DHW (hot water supply).

• Boiler type. In an apartment it is more convenient to use the hinged version, in a private house it is floor-standing.

Choosing a gas boiler "Siberia"

Before you buy a gas boiler, you should calculate the power of the equipment. For example, for heating 10 sq.m. approximately 1 kW of boiler power will be required. But this calculation is approximate. If the house has poor thermal insulation, then the ratio will be 1: 7, and if the house is well insulated, then it will be 1:13.

Before choosing a gas boiler, some points should be considered:

1. The boiler can be converted to work on liquefied gas.
2. If possible, you should purchase a boiler with a cast iron heat exchanger, as it has a long service life and resists corrosion.
3. When purchasing a single-circuit boiler, you can purchase an additional built-in indirect water heater for heating water.
4. The height and depth of all models is the same, but the width is different.
5. When choosing a boiler for heating and water supply, it is better to choose equipment with the letter "K". For example, 11K will heat 3.8 liters of hot water in 1 minute. This performance is sufficient for a family of 4. If there are more consumers, then the boiler output must be higher.

The cost of gas boilers "Siberia" depends on the capacity. The higher it is, the higher the price.

Installation

The set includes a passport and instructions. The latter is necessary to get acquainted with the device, the principle of operation and the rules for using the boiler. After reading the instructions, the user will be able to learn how to turn on the device. It is advisable to entrust the installation to specialists. Installation features:

• Registration of permission for installation - from gas workers.

• Installation is carried out by specialists with a license for the corresponding work.

• The set does not include an expansion tank and a circulation pump - they will have to be purchased additionally.

• The device is placed against a wall, so it is imperative to leave a gap of at least three centimeters.

• For surface mounting, the unit needs a foundation. Usually it is made of brick. Wall-mounted models are firmly fixed.

• When connecting, there must not be the slightest gas leakage. The connections must be carefully insulated.

• If you start the unit for the first time, condensation will collect on the heat exchanger, which will disappear when the system warms up.

Siberia boilers - description and characteristics

Gas non-volatile heating structures Siberia are equipped with a reliable Italian EUROSIT automation system, adapted to Russian operating conditions. The system is designed in such a way that the device can work even in case of low gas or water pressure.

The Siberia line is represented by floor-standing equipment, wall-mounted units and flow heaters, which have many positive characteristics.

Complete set of gas boilers Siberia:

• expansion tanks Zilmet;
• Grundfos pumps;
• SIT automation unit, Honeywell;
• burners Polidoro;
• heat exchangers Gianoni.

Thanks to this configuration, the devices work efficiently, have a long service life and an affordable cost.

How to use the equipment?

Without violating the operating rules, you can significantly extend the service life of gas appliances:

• Do not turn on a boiler with a broken burner or a clogged chimney.

• The chassis must be grounded.

• When using antifreeze as a heat carrier - instead of water, you need to purchase only a certified product. The content of ethylene glycol is prohibited.

• Water should not be heated above 95 degrees.

• When installing the unit near a wall covered with a fire hazardous material, a steel or asbestos gasket must be made.

• Switching on the device is only allowed after filling the system with water / antifreeze.

• Clean chimney and filters annually. Make sure all connections are tight.

Efficiency

All floor standing boilers run on natural gas. However, for the Siberia 11 (K) and 17 (K) models, the possibility of rebuilding to work from cylinders is provided, you just need to change the burner. This is convenient if liquefied gas is used as an alternative fuel.

Dimensions allow you to place Siberia boilers even in limited space

Natural gas consumption depends on capacity and lies in the range of 1.18 - 3.75 m3 / h. For liquefied gas, the flow rate ranges from 1 to 1.21 m3 / h. In addition, the gas apparatus "Siberia" does not fail even when the pressure in the main line drops.

Due to the design features, floor standing Siberia have an efficiency of 90 - 91%.

Model overview

Siberia17K

Outdoor installation. Simple construction. Minimum of functions. Having learned how much the 17 K modification costs, as well as the technical parameters, consumers willingly purchase it. Two contours. Heating capacity 17.4 kW. Heats an area up to 200 sq. M. Efficiency 90%. Open combustion chamber. Fuel consumption - 1, 21 kg / h and 1.76 m3 / h - liquefied and natural gas, respectively. Mechanical type of control. Protection - gas control. Weighs 59 kg. Width 28 cm.The height and depth are standard for Siberia - 85 and 56 cm, respectively.

Siberia KCHGO-25

Single-circuit floor-standing convection type boiler. Heating area up to 270 sq. m. Estimated price is 37,700 rubles. 25,000 W - heat output. Cast iron heat exchanger. 2.45 cubic meters / h of natural gas. Operated mechanically. Gas control. 115 kg - weight.

AOGV-17.4

Outdoor installation. Does not respond to pressure drops in gas pipes. Non-volatile. Heat insulator with basalt fiber. Auto control. Steel radiator. Heats up to 180 sq. m. SIT. Equipped with a magnetic valve that resists dirt. Piezo ignition.

TopLine 24

Wall execution. Copper heat exchanger. Productivity is 12 l / min at 25 ° С - it decreases with increasing temperature. Depending on the power of the device, it is possible to heat an area of ​​30-200 square meters.

AOGV 11.6

Budget modification. Estimated price - 10,000 rubles. One circuit. 11.6 kW - heat output. The efficiency is 87%. Outdoor installation. There is no auto-ignition. Open camera. It is non-volatile, like all Siberia gas devices.

Execution and dimensions

All boilers of this model range are floor standing

... Therefore, they should be mounted in a separate room, but the boiler room can be quite modest in size, since the dimensions of the devices are small. All boilers have the same height and depth (850 and 560 mm, respectively). But there are differences in width: for models Siberia 11 (K) and 17 (K) it is 280 mm, and for products with a capacity of 23 (K), 29 (K) and 35 - 380 mm. In general, such a boiler will not take up much space.

The main units of the gas boiler "Siberia"

The weight of the devices is small - from 52 kg for 11 kW models to 90 kg for the most powerful 35 kW boiler in the range.

Lemax or Siberia - which is better?

Choosing a domestic inexpensive boiler, the consumer has to compare it not only with European counterparts that surpass it in price, but also with products manufactured in Russia. Siberia and Lemax are products of domestic enterprises. Lemax is a trademark of the Taganrog plant. This is a young production facility that has been supplying its products to all regions of the Russian Federation since 2002. Both brands have an efficiency of 90%. Siberia wins over Taganrog competitors in the rating of demand - consumers in the products of ZAO Rostovgazoapparat are attracted by efficiency, heat transfer, appearance and ease of management. Both plants produce non-volatile models with steel and cast iron heat exchangers. Reviews of Lemax products are neutral - not "premium", but quite reliable and unpretentious for their cost - a steel device with a capacity of 10,000 W costs 13,000 rubles, a cast iron 19,000 W -30,000 rubles.

Siberia or Lemax: which is better

Floor standing gas boilers have a similar, slightly more complex design, but similar automation and burners. The efficiency of almost the entire Lemax model range is also 90%, but the gas consumption is higher by an average of 10%. For example, Lemax Premium-16 kW has a maximum gas consumption of 1.9 m3 / h. Lemax boilers are quieter, and even steel models are designed to work in a circuit with pressures up to 3 bar. However, their cost is 10-20% more expensive.

Siberia is safer, more economical, simpler and cheaper.But it is devoid of the above-described advantages inherent in the Lemax lineup. In general, both manufacturers are worthy of attention and are not in vain the sales leaders among domestic manufacturers of gas boilers.

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