The main causes of boiler failure and tips for proper care

When a boiler breaks down, it always happens at the wrong time. However, there are malfunctions that can make a water heater life-threatening. Let's look at a few of the main causes of boiler failure. How to properly take care of such equipment?

Water leakage from the boiler

There are several reasons that can lead to such a problem:

• If mistakes were made when installing the equipment, water can leak from under the lid or plugs. Only professionals should be trusted to install the boiler.
• Scale often builds up in the tank on the electric tube heater. If the boiler is not cleaned regularly, a lot of deposits can form on the bottom of the tank. There will not be enough room for water, and the boiler will drain heavily.
• Corrosion of the pipes. If there is rust and damage to the surface of the pipes, they are replaced.
• Watch the tightness of connections between the pipes and the tank. When there are frequent changes in pressure in the water pipes can loosen connections. If moisture appears in these places, it is necessary to tighten the fasteners. If a crack forms, the part is replaced with a new one. To prevent such a problem, a pressure reducer is installed in the water system.

It is important to consider that the water when heated can drip heavily from the safety valve. This is normal, such mechanism is provided by the technology of the boilers production. When heated, the water expands and the excess is discharged.

Troubles with the electric network of the boiler

It happens that the boiler is electrocuted. This can be deadly if the voltage is transmitted to the water. That's why you need to check the condition of your water heater's electrical system regularly. This is often due to a faulty wire, tube electric heater, fuse, electronic or sensor board burnout.

Boiler doesn't turn on

The most common problems that can cause the boiler not to turn on:

• Damage to the cable. It can be frayed, one of the wires inside can break. Also the connection between the wire and the plug may be damaged.
• Faulty pressure sensor. For replacement, it is better to choose a model made of silicone. This pressure sensor is less sensitive to changes in pressure, the membrane will not stretch as quickly as a rubber one.
• When there is low pressure in the water supply, the water does not come to the boiler in sufficient quantity. It may not turn on because of this. Reinstall the boiler as low as possible, closer to the pipe.
• If the temperature sensor is defective, the boiler will not turn on because the system cannot detect that the water is cold and needs to be heated. The problem is solved by replacing the temperature sensor.

Water not getting into the boiler

The liquid does not flow into the boiler, if the coarse filter is clogged. You need to replace it or clean it. Sometimes due to accumulated debris the non-return valve is jammed. It is important to clean it regularly. In the bends the pipes can get clogged with lime deposits and physically the water can not flow into the boiler. Pipe cleaning is required.

For the boiler to work properly, regular maintenance is necessary. Check the connection points of pipes, cleanliness of filters, valves. It is especially important to ensure that the electrical wiring of the boiler is serviceable, so that during the bathing you do not get an electric shock. For preventive maintenance of the boiler is better to call a specialist who has the necessary skills, experience and equipment.