A heated towel rail is a multifunctional device that simultaneously acts as a dryer for towels and various things, heats the bathroom and is a modern design element. And in addition, this device is extremely easy to install. But, unfortunately, not all consumers know the intricacies of self-assembly, and therefore we decided to talk about this in more detail, as well as bring some features of the equipment.
The principle of operation of the heated towel rail
The content of the article
- The principle of operation of the heated towel rail
- Towel dryer connection methods
- Operating pressure and other conditions for system performance
- Heat transfer control
Currently, the range of equipment presented is quite wide, and consumers can choose the appropriate material based on the shape, size, heating method and material of manufacture. In general, three types of the device in question can be distinguished:
- Electric;
- Water;
- Combined.
The principle of operation of the equipment is extremely simple and consists in heating the surface with the subsequent transfer of heat to the bathroom. But this is only general information, because each type of heated towel rails is based on its principle of operation. For example, electrical appliances are heated by means of a heating element, and combined ones can even be heated both from water and with the help of electricity.
Well, the water is heated from a standard heating system. In other words, hot water enters the pipes, gives off heat, and then again enters the main system.
In general, the operation of the equipment is extremely simple. But to prevent all kinds of difficulties, you must correctly connect it to the system. Otherwise, interruptions are possible. And below we will talk about methods of proper installation.
Towel dryer connection methods
Water towel dryers, the principle of which is simple, must meet certain requirements and standards. Therefore, with your own installation, you will need to study the information prescribed in SNiP 2-04-01-85.
When the connection is made to the riser in buildings with a large number of apartments, work will be required, taking into account the features of the project. The most optimal method is to connect to a separate riser. This solution can be called optimal, because the heat will enter the apartment throughout the year.
For different models of heated towel rails, the installation scheme will be identical: the main thing is to create the right conditions for water inlet and outlet. This is the only way to get a water supply on an ongoing basis.
In general, several connection schemes are distinguished, starting from the design features of the equipment being mounted, namely:
- Top connection;
- Bottom connection;
- Installation of the device in the lower part;
- Diagonal mounting.
Operating pressure and other conditions for system performance
An important point to consider when buying equipment is the pressure in the system where the connection will be made. In high-rise buildings, the hot water supply system is characterized by high pressure, so you need to buy a device with a decent margin of safety. This is due to the fact that at the time of pressure testing, the pressure rises 1.5 times, and your pipes, unable to withstand such a rise, simply burst, and as a result, the whole apartment is flooded with hot water.
Important! In addition, when directly connecting the device to the riser, it will be necessary to install a shut-off or temperature-controlled temperature, because otherwise the probability of disturbing the circulation of water throughout the house will be close to maximum mark.
Heat transfer control
The principle of operation of the heated towel rail from hot water is generally simple, but sometimes minor malfunctions do occur. And the following factors can be attributed to the main reasons for their occurrence:
- Pipes clogged;
- The cranes are broken;
- Water circulation is gone;
- The device itself is clogged.
Accordingly, heat transfer decreases, or heat in the device disappears altogether. In such cases, it is necessary to identify the cause and contact the master, or, if you have the necessary knowledge, fix the breakdown yourself and again enjoy the optimal temperature in the bathroom.
