The Ferroli gas boiler is a product of the Italian company Ferroli, which has been developing the Russian market for two decades. Italians rely on new technologies, innovative solutions, cost-effectiveness and uptime of manufactured equipment - this is the only way to attract consumers spoiled by an abundance of offers.
About company
Today, Ferroli is engaged in the design, development and production of heating equipment. The history of the company begins in 1955, when the Ferroli brothers released the first gas boiler. Starting with a modest workshop, the company has grown to an industrial group that combines factories in Europe, China, Turkey. In terms of production and sales, the company takes 5-6th place among manufacturers of heating equipment.
Benefits
- Automated management. Owners of Italian technology do not need to turn the knobs, set the temperature or other parameters - the setting is automatic. Adjustment of modes allows you to save fuel.
- Self-diagnosis. To find out what kind of malfunctions a device has detected in its “body”, its owner only needs instructions to decrypt the error codes. This is very valuable for users who do not care about technology.
- Adaptation to the harsh operating conditions characteristic of Russia - low temperatures in winter, pressure drops in gas and water pipes, poor water quality, power surges. The manufacturer claims that the service life of its equipment is 40 years or more.
- Installation is quick and easy. It is advisable to call a specialist - he knows how to configure the device and how to carry out the first start. He will also adjust the gas flow, ignition, connect the temperature sensors - external and internal, set the program.
- The adjustment and start-up after the initial setting will be adjusted automatically.
- High efficiency and economical fuel consumption.
Disadvantages
- Volatile devices need regular maintenance - they need professional after-sales service.
- If the gas valve is incorrectly adjusted, fuel is consumed uneconomically.
- Italian devices do not like power surges - the automation board may burn out. To prevent breakage, you need to connect an uninterruptible power supply.
Device
The models presented by the manufacturer differ in power, size, installation method, but all of them consist of the same components:
- Heat exchanger - for the circulation of the coolant.
- Burner - heats the outer surface of the radiator.
- Gas valve.
- Smoke exhaust system.
- Auto block.
- Safety system.
How to choose?
Before choosing a specific model, you need to consider the technical characteristics in order to understand - what is the difference between the proposed options:
- Location. Consumers can choose the floor or wall option. Floor installation is usually done when you need to heat a large area. The main difference between floor models is high power and bulkiness. It is advisable to allocate a separate room to these impressive devices. The hinged option is used mainly in apartments and low-rise private houses of the corresponding area.
- The number of circuits. The consumer is offered a double-circuit mounted or floor version. Two circuits allow using the equipment not only for heating, but also for hot water supply. Single-circuit only connect to the heating system, with the exception of modifications with boilers - built-in or separately installed indirect heaters.
- The principle of work. The versions with atmospheric burners have a simple operation scheme, which means that they are unpretentious, and their price is low. Condensation equipment has a closed combustion chamber, air is forced into it - efficiency increases, gas is used more economically. But for such versions - with a closed camera, you need power.
- Heat exchanger. Steel - high performance and heat dissipation, suitable for industrial applications. Cast iron - inferior in efficiency, but win in reliability and durability.
What are Ferroli boilers?
Mounted Condensing
Such devices clearly demonstrate the quality and advantages of Ferroli products. Their efficiency is 109%. The thermal energy of the steam generated as a result of gas combustion is used. Heated flue gases provide additional heat, which is used for work, and not pushed into the chimney, as is usual in a conventional design. Distinguish single and double-circuit condensation apparatus with a closed firebox. Their characteristics:
- Fuel economy. Flame modulation. Automatic gas flow control - depends on the set mode and weather.
- Thanks to the control system, you can set the level of heating of the home - taking into account the time of day, a week in advance. Some modifications have bends for "warm floors". Automatic adjustment of heating medium in two circuits - each has its own temperature.
- Dependence on electricity. Due to voltage surges, the microprocessor board burns out. If the voltage drops in the network, the equipment turns off, you have to turn it on again. This is perhaps the main drawback of Ferroli products.
- It functions under reduced gas pressure.
- The coolant may be water or antifreeze (non-freezing liquid).
Wall mounted with atmospheric burner
The classic version is an open combustion chamber. Air to the burner comes from the room - through the natural movement of air masses. The main plus is constructive simplicity. Cons - gas consumption is higher than that of condensing analogues, and productivity is less.
Installation does not cause problems. The device is equipped with all the necessary components that ensure the operation of the system - circulation pump, expansion tank, gas valve. Ignition - electric or piezo.
Outdoor atmospheric
Non-volatile boilers are represented by various modifications, among which Pegasus models are especially popular, differing from their counterparts in such technical details:
- Cast iron heat exchanger. With heat insulation and shielding.
- After making some changes to the operation of the device, you can use liquefied gas as fuel.
- Some floor versions are equipped with a built-in boiler - after opening the tap, hot water flows - immediately, without delay.
- Adjustable power consumption.
- There is a self-diagnosis - the display shows encrypted information about breakdowns and malfunctions. The operation and repair of equipment is simplified - having learned the error code, you can immediately find out about the nature of the problem and perform the necessary maintenance.
- Safety is provided - thermostats and safety valve.
- The device is combined into a single system with all heating equipment. The operation of all devices will be controlled by automation.
- "Pegasus" is equipped additionally - if the buyer so desires, with temperature sensors and a remote control.
Selection for specific requirements
When choosing a model suitable for heating a given area, you need to consider:
- Technical characteristics of the building.
- Performance. Based on: for every 10 square meters - 1,000 watts. If an indirect heating boiler is connected, a reserve of thermal power should be provided - approximately 10%.
Major Series
At Ferroli, each type of gas boiler is represented by several series at once:
- Wall mounted. Domina-N, Diva, Divatop Micro, Arena, Domiproject-D and others. Perhaps the most common form. Reasonable price and simple design. Most popular are Arena. She has 2 circuits. The primary heat exchanger is copper, the secondary is stainless steel. The components used are parts of other companies - for example, a valve from Siemens.
- Floor standing. Atlas and Pegasus in different versions - 56, 2S, F3N2S, D, DK. Cast iron radiators, with mounted or atmospheric burners. Electric ignition. You can connect a boiler. Reliable protection system - smoke control, sensors of various types, bimetal indicators.
- Condensation. Econcept Tech, Energy Top and others. Save 30% gas.
Model Overview
Ferroli produces 11 models of gas boilers and about forty of their modifications.
Domitech C32
Wall mount option. Any gas - whether natural or liquefied. Open firebox. 2 circuits. Control through a digital system - one microprocessor controls the device, the second - combustion. Technical specifications:
- 31.1 kW.
- Efficiency 90%.
- It weighs 33 kg.
- Productivity - 15 l / min.
- Dimensions 70x40x36 cm.
Domiproject F 24
Estimated price 25 000 rubles. Two circuits. Wall version. Copper heat exchanger. Parameters:
- Heating power (min / max) - 7.2-24 kW.
- Efficiency 91%.
- Dimensions 40x70x23 cm.
- With auto ignition.
DIVAtop c24 atmosphere
Open firebox and natural draft. Rounded lines are used in the design. Easy to install - wall mounted template and copper fittings. Plate heat exchanger. Injection type burner - stainless steel (ANSI 304 steel). Frost protection. The remote is connected. LCD display
- Thermal power in the range of 7-23 kW.
- Efficiency 90.5%.
- It weighs 28 kg.
Fortuna pro f24
Wall execution. Bypass. Heating power - 7.2 kW. 93% Estimated cost 23 500 rubles. There is - auto ignition, flame modulation. Weight - 35 kg.
Diva F Series
Boilers of the Diva series are represented by models differing in power, heating area, and productivity. F 18 is designed for 180 m2, F 32 - for 320 m2 - so, by marking, you can find out what heated area the device is designed for. The smallest device has a capacity of about 14 l / min. F 32 - 18 l / min.
Pegasus t 45
Floor. Convection type. One circuit. Heating power (min / max) 17 000-45 000 W. 91% Mechanical control. Weight 164 kg.
Exploitation
Many Ferroli models are equipped with automated controls that facilitate the use of equipment. The choice of modes and adjustment is performed on a special panel. To start the device, you need to connect it to the network and click "Start". Then the burner is opened and its ignition is performed.
If the start does not occur within 15 seconds, the system restarts. Shutdown is performed by closing the valve and turning off the button. You also need to disconnect the device from the mains. And to prevent freezing, water is drained, or antifreeze is added to it.
Reviews
Diva C24: Vladimir B., Nizhny Novgorod
Plus - the cost. The downside is poor service support in N. Novgorod. The passport is incomplete. It is impossible to quickly find the right spare part - in case of breakage, you are sitting in a cold house. The first trouble is that the boiler did not want to be kindled, there was a pop, and the display showed an error. The fault was the metal cover that covered the burner - it was located close to the electrode, so the spark emitted by it hit the cover. Solution - sawed off a piece of the lid so that the spark got where it needed to. There you have italian quality.
Domicompact F 30 E: Lydia T., Tobolsk
Instead of two circuits, it turned out to be one. Six months later, the heat exchanger flowed, the electronic board was flooded. They said under warranty that the installation was incorrect, filters that took into account the water hardness in a particular region were not supplied. Denied warranty repairs. I had to buy a heat exchanger. The unit itself cost 53,000 rubles, and this spare part is a third of its value. And I also had to take an electronic board.
Ferroli, positioning itself as a manufacturer choosing new, innovative and innovative solutions, often does not meet the expectations of the Russian consumer. For the equipment to work properly, you must follow the operating rules, clearly follow the instructions and avoid self-interference in the design. In case of malfunctions and for maintenance, it is advisable to involve specialists.