Elimination of malfunctions of the gas water heater "Electrolux": popular breakdowns, their diagnostics and repair

Gas water heaters of the company Electrolux are in demand all over the world, but even the highest quality equipment has to be repaired sooner or later. Most often, troubleshooting the gas column Electrolux even for those who have no experience in the field of repair.

It would not be bad to fix the column on your own and save money on calling the master, right? But how to diagnose the cause of the breakdown and what to do next? We will talk about all this in this publication - we will consider the popular malfunctions of the gas water heater brand "Electrolux", the procedure for determining the cause and methods of recovery performance. For clarity, we will provide the article material with photos and thematic videos.

Overview of popular column faults

Geysers of the Electrolux brand are highly reliable, but their owners also face a number of problems, which we will talk about in more detail. Some of them can be diagnosed and eliminated on their own, and to repair individual breakdowns, you will need to contact a specialist. For self-diagnosis, home craftsmen will be helped by the manufacturer's instructions, which come with any gas water heater.

Now let's talk about popular malfunctions, possible causes of their occurrence and methods of elimination.

Problem # 1 - the column does not turn on

If your household gas water heater of the Electrolux company does not turn on, do not rush to urgently call the master. To begin with, you can try to establish the cause yourself.

So, often the problem lies in the banal no gas. Some users forget to turn on the gas supply. In this case, everything will work as soon as the gas supply valve is opened.

Another popular reason is overlappipeline through which water is supplied. After you open the water supply, the gas water heater will work in the same mode.

In some cases, the problem lies in batteries. Perhaps they are not installed correctly or have already sat down. In this case, you need to check the batteries and make sure that they are installed correctly and nothing is mixed up, or replace dead batteriesif the need arose.

Problem # 2 - the water heats up too little

This malfunction may be associated with insufficient gas pressure. Here it is enough to increase the flow with the regulator.

Often, the water does not heat up well due to the fact that the water supply is set to maximum. In this case, you need to reduce the flow rate using the same regulator.

Problem # 3 - the burner does not work or goes out

If your burner does not light up and, accordingly, the gas water heater does not work in normal mode Electrolux, then you need to first carefully check the chimney duct. Most often, the problem lies in the chimney. Garbage could get into it. Because of this, the protection systems are activated, after which the gas supply is shut off.

If a blockage is detected, you will have to clean chimney pipe. This is a difficult task, but you can do the job yourself. Otherwise, you will have to call a specialist.

Another reason is weak pipeline pressure. You need to check the water pressure at all taps. It is possible that the cause of the breakdown lies in the poor operation of the general water supply network. By increasing the flow of water, you will get rid of this problem.

Defective water unit

Also, the burners in the column often go out due to a breakdown of the water unit. This problem is one of the most common. Usually, the cause of the breakdown is associated with membrane wear, filter clogging, and plaque formation. To find and eliminate it, you have to disassemble the unit, clean everything, replace the membrane if necessary.

Quite often, it is the formation of plaque that causes the breakdown of the water unit. Plaque appears on the stock of the water block. Over time, it also leads to wiping of the oil seal.

Sometimes plaque is formed due to poor quality water. A similar problem will haunt you all the time if you cannot improve the quality of the water used in the gas column. To solve this problem, you can install filters.

The gas column is constantly extinguished

If the column lights up and then immediately goes out, then it is necessary adjust the water supply - both cold and hot. Do not turn on cold water at the same time as hot. It is necessary to set the water temperature using the regulator so that the column will work in normal mode again.

Igniter may go out due to the fact that in the device defective solenoid valve. Often, problems arise due to oxidation of contacts or thermocouple breakage.

A faulty system thermostat can also lead to the same consequences as a broken gas valve.

Often, after installing the gas handle, it is impossible to ignite the igniter. This problem occurs due to improper installation of the spark plug. There may also be some contamination on it. In this case, the candle must be cleaned and reinstall in a different position.

Problem # 4 - pops are heard when turning on

Pops are another pressing problem that worries a lot of users. Usually the cause of popping is that the draft in the chimney is too weak. A variant with a faulty ignition retarder is also possible. It is best to replace it with a new one.

If we are talking about a gas water heater equipped with a wick, then the cause of the malfunction lies in the incorrect position of the wick flame.

Also, discharged power supplies can also cause pops. They have to be replaced. Testing will not be superfluous microswitch in the water block (if you press it with your hand, there should be a spark) and check the position of the spark plug.

Problem # 5 - heat exchanger failure

The heat exchanger often breaks down due to the fact that the user of the gas water heater does not comply operating rules equipment. Frequent reasons for the failure of a radiator are the formation of scale inside the tubes, and small cracks outside.

They get rid of scale by flushing the heat exchanger with special means, and cracks (also called "fistulas") on copper pipes can be tried solder with a gas torch.

It can also fail after an illiterate setting of the gas valve. In this case, you need to study the instructions and correctly configure the operation of this element.

Each model of a geyser has its own characteristics, so you need to look for the cause of the problem in each individual case.

Problem # 6 - gas smell in the room

Gas smell is the most annoying health problem. The smell is caused by a gas leak. It is necessary to immediately turn off the water heater and ventilate the room. It will not be superfluous to contact the Ministry of Emergencies.

And although most of the listed breakdowns can be eliminated on your own, you should not take too much on yourself. For example, don't underestimate the threat posed by gas poisoning. It is recommended to regularly inspect the gas water heater for damage and malfunctions. And if you find a problem, immediately contact the gas service. This way you will save not only your nerves, but also your health.

How to avoid typical breakdowns?

Those who follow the simplest safety rules when operating gas-using equipment will not have to worry about the technical condition of their column.

The simplest tips will help prevent typical breakdowns:

• The gas water heater must be installed out of the reach of children. Otherwise, the child will damage the equipment or be injured.
• Particular attention should be paid to the doors in the room where the equipment is installed. There should be a gap (2 cm) under the door. This will be enough for airing.
• Directly during the operation of the column, it is advisable to open the window, if such an opportunity is provided in the room where it is installed.
• If your column is in a room that is not heated (for example, in a summer cottage), then in winter all remaining water should be removed from the column.
• Some parts of the gas column structure get very hot, so it is dangerous to touch them - you can get burned.
• Under no circumstances should you tie clotheslines to gas pipes and dry clothes on them. Access to gas pipes should be as easy as possible.

If you use the column for a long time, then you need to regularly check the chimney draft.

Gas column adjustment Electrolux

First you need to come to terms with the fact that the installation of the column must be entrusted to a specialist. If you install this equipment yourself, then the service center may refuse to provide you with warranty service, as many manufacturers warn about.

There are requirements for the premises in which it is allowed to install a gas water heater. The area of ​​such a room should not be less than 12 sq. m. Ceiling height - not less than 2.2 m. There must be vents or opening windows. If you do not have such a room, then it is not allowed to install a gas water heater.

However, many problems arise precisely because of insufficiently competent installation and adjustment of the gas water heater, so you should carefully monitor the work of the installation wizard. If it seems to you that he is ignoring the rules described in SNiP 2.04.08-87, then you should call another specialist in the installation of geysers.

The very first launch is possible only in the presence of an inspector from the gas service. It is forbidden to connect the column on your own, as stated in clause 88 (1) of section VIIIResolutions of the Government of the Russian Federation N 410 of 05/14/2013 (updated 01/01/2019) "On measures to ensure safety when using... gas equipment." This must be done by a qualified specialist.

Correct speaker setup

Often, breakdowns appear after an illiterate setting of the equipment. In order to adjust the operating mode of the equipment, it is necessary to use the display, which is equipped with almost all speakers. Electrolux. This display is connected to a sensor that monitors the temperature of the water.

In order to change the power, you need to change the intensity of the fire. The display with indicators will help you with this. In some gas water heaters Electrolux (with flame modulation) you need to set the desired water heating temperature. This is how the equipment is adjusted. The burner power will then change.

Remember that you can only adjust the temperature in this way. If you mix cold water with hot water, it will only aggravate the situation and ruin the gas column.

Cleaning of gas equipment

Many breakdowns can be avoided by using regular maintenance and cleaning of individual column structures that are most susceptible to contamination. In geysers of this manufacturer, such parts include a burner and a heat exchanger.

Burner jets are often clogged by soot, and limescale often builds up inside the heat exchanger. Carbon deposits can be seen on the outside of the heat exchanger.

You can only clean the device yourself if the warranty has already expired. Otherwise, you should call the service center, because during the warranty period, specialists will remove all contamination free of charge.

If the warranty has already expired, then you need to remove the column casing, remove the heat exchanger and remove the burner. The pipes inside can be washed using ordinary chemicals, and the fins of the radiator outside can be washed with ordinary solution (soap). It is recommended to clean the burner with a metal awl.

Gas water heater safety system

Each column produced by “Electrolux“, Is equipped with a multi-level security system. It is designed to prevent gas and water leaks. During the pressure increase, the protection system should work and turn off the column.

Of all the malfunctions, the most dangerous are breakdowns leading to gas leaks, therefore it is recommended to give preference to models with an automatic shutdown function. We also advise you to familiarize yourself with the reasons for the explosion of the gas column.

Conclusions and useful video on the topic

What to do if the Electrolux brand column does not turn on at low water pressure:

Recommendations for repairing a column of the "Electrolux" brand with your own hands:

Typical connection of gas water heaters "Electrolux" in the following video:

And although the repair of any gas water heater Electrolux you can do it yourself, it is not worth doing this if the warranty period has not yet expired.

Particular attention should be paid to breakdowns that lead to gas leaks. This is extremely dangerous - in such a situation, it would be right to seek qualified help. In other cases, you can make repairs on your own..

You know almost everything about breakdowns, their diagnostics and remedies and want to share useful information with other users? Or would you like to supplement the above list of faults with one more, no less popular, which we have not mentioned? Write your comments in the block below.