Замена батарей в отопительный сезон: Замена радиаторов отопления в отопительный сезон — необходимые документы и порядок работы

Замена батарей в отопительный период (зимой) — Вопросы, ответы, обсуждения ВОПРОС:
Доброе время суток. Скажите пожалуйста можно ли производить замену батарей в отопительный сезон, если на улице температура не опускается ниже минус 4-х градусов. Наша управляющая компания «ИжСантехМонтаж» отказывает нам в замене батарей, при этом в квартире стоят «щитовые» старые батареи, которые очень холодные и ни капельки не грееют. Нас спасает только купленный нами маслянный радиатор, тепло нам очень необходимо сейчас, т.к. у нас двух месячный ребёнок, а то бы мы и до лета подождали.

Яна, 19.11.2008

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Al-7 27.11.2008 г.:
К сожалению, пока мне не удалось найти какого-либо технического регламента по данному вопросу.

Вот что говорят специалисты по ремонту (г. Челябинск):

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Куренков Максим Анатольевич, техн. спец. РК ООО СТКС-Челябинск:
В принципе, краткосрочное отключение отопления зимой возможно (срок определяется исходя из величины коэффициента аккумуляции, который характеризует величину тепловой аккумуляции здания). Время отключения можно узнать в ЖЭК, обслуживающем данный дом. Отключение отопления производят работники ЖЭК.

Специалист Союза мастеров Вавилона:
До 10 градусов мороза нет больших проблем заменить батарею. Для этого необходимо обратиться в ЖЭК с просьбой, отключить отопление в Вашем стояке. Чаще всего работники ЖЭКа на это идут, тем более, что сегодня отключение производится на платной основе. Кроме того, в зимнее время менять отопление предпочтительнее, т.к. наличие давления в системе даёт возможность сразу провести необходимые испытания. Самый оптимальный вариант, обратиться за этой услугой к сантехникам, которые обслуживают Ваш ЖЭК, но при этом оговорить все детали качества выполнения работ. Радиатор должен быть выставлен строго по вертикальным и горизонтальным уровням.
Рекомендуем менять отопительную систему квартиры целиком, т.е. во всех помещениях одновременно. Это значительно удешевит работы.

Алексей Пиксаев, специалист ООО Гранит-строй:
Это можно, если не по всей квартире сразу и t за окном не сильно низкая (не ниже -15), в домах меняют отопление зимой постоянно.

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Олеша-Ед пишет 21.07.2010 г.:
из нашего опыта…

не помню правда какая температура была на улице
но слесаря ЖРП-24 (предшественники Ижсантехмонтажа)
заменили нам батареи — когда мы раздобыли сами другие радиаторы…

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из опыта той замены
— одна секция сразу потекла — и её пришлось удалять….

т.е. замена батарей должна производиться только в период отопительного сезона, чтобы сразу же выявить дефекты установленных вновь батарей….

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и наверное просто нужно знать к кому из слесарей, работающих на данной территории нужно обращаться….
фиг с ними с деньгами!
главное что б нервы не мотать…..

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In fact, they beat batteries hands down in this area, as they can operate within ranges of between 90007 -40 to +65 90008 degrees Celsius. 90003 90002 Ultracapacitors can also be charged and discharged much more rapidly than batteries, usually within seconds, and are much more efficient at self-discharge than batteries.90003 90002 Many ultracapacitors also have a much longer shelf life than batteries. Some, like SkelCap cells, can be stored for as long as 90007 15 90008 years at a time with little to no decline in capacity. 90003 90083 Source: 90029 Windell Oskay / Flickr 90030 90002 As with most technology, the main driver for the application of ultracapacitors is their cost to benefit ratio. Ultracapacitors tend to be the more economical choice over the long run for applications needing short bursts of energy.90003 90002 Batteries, however, are a much better choice for applications that require constant, low current over time. 90003 90012 Could ultracapacitors replace batteries in future electric cars? 90013 90002 As we have seen, ultracapacitors are best suited for situations where a lot of power is needed in a short span of time. In terms of electric cars, this would mean they would have advantages over batteries when the vehicle needs bursts of energy — like during acceleration. 90003 90002 In fact, this is just what Toyota has done with the Yaris Hybrid-R concept car, which utilizes a supercapacitor for use during acceleration.90003 90002 PSA Peugeot Citroen has also started employing ultracapacitors as part of its start-stop fuel-saving systems. This allows for much faster initial acceleration. 90003 90002 Mazda’s i-ELOOP system also uses ultracapacitors to store energy during deceleration. The power stored is then used for the engine’s stop-start systems. 90003 90100 Supercapacitors are also used to rapidly charge the power supplies in hybrid buses as they go from stop to stop. 90003 90100 When hybrid energy is used purely for performance, issues such as range and the ability to hold charge are not as important — and so some high-end manufacturers, such as Lamborghini are also starting to incorporate supercapacitor-powered e-motors in their hybrids.90003 90002 However, ultracapacitors are not a substitute for batteries in most electric vehicles — yet. Li-ion batteries are likely going to be the go-to power supply for EVs for the near to distant future. 90003 90002 Many believe it is more likely that ultracapacitors will become more commonplace as power-regeneration systems during deceleration. This stored power can then be re-used during periods of acceleration rather than direct replacements for batteries. 90003 90108 Source: 90029 Mic / Flickr 90030 90002 However, according to this study, they could also have applications in hybrid vehicles in place of batteries when, «the power demand is less than the power capability of the electric motor; when the vehicle power demand exceeds that of the electric motor, the engine is operated to meet the vehicle power demand plus to provide the power to recharge the supercapacitor unit.»90003 90002 Recent research into graphene-based supercapacitors could also lead to advances in supercapacitor use in electric cars. One study by scientists at Rice University and the Queensland University of Technology resulted in two papers, published in the 90029 Journal of Power Sources 90030 and 90029 Nanotechnology 90030. 90003 90002 They proposed a solution consisting of two layers of graphene, with an electrolyte layer between them. This resulting film is strong, thin, and able to release large amounts of energy in a short time.90003 90002 These factors are a given-it is a supercapacitor after all. What makes this study different is that the researchers suggest that the new, thinner ultracapacitors could replace bulkier batteries in future electric vehicles. 90003 90002 This could also include integrating the ultracapacitors into body panels, roof paneling, floors, and even doors, for example. In theory, this could provide the vehicle with all the energy it needs, and make it considerably lighter than battery-powered electric vehicles.90003 90125 Source: 90029 Depositphotos 90030 90002 Such an EV would also charge considerably faster than current battery-powered vehicles. But, like all ultracapacitors, this solution still can not hold as much energy as standard batteries. 90003 90002 «In the future, it is hoped the supercapacitor will be developed to store more energy than a Li-Ion battery while retaining the ability to release its energy up to 90007 10 90008 times faster — meaning the car could be entirely powered by the supercapacitors in its body panels, «said the study’s co-author Jinzhang Liu.90003 90002 «After one full charge, this car should be able to run up to 90007 500km 90008 (90007 310 miles 90008) — similar to a petrol-powered car and more than double the current limit of an electric car.» 90003 90002 Interesting times ahead it seems. Watch this space. 90003.90000 How to Troubleshoot Central Heat | Home Guides 90001 90002 By Laurie Brenner Updated December 15, 2018 90003 90002 To troubleshoot your central heating unit, start with the simple things that go wrong and work up from there. To help keep costs down, isolate or identify any problems you might have and fix the ones you can yourself. Sometimes, a little attention can prevent larger problems from occurring and might save you from having to call a heating repair professional. 90003 90006 Thermostat 90007 90002 Check the thermostat for power and proper settings.Turn on the thermostat and set the temperature so the heater comes on. If it does not come on, locate the circuit breaker for the central heating unit and verify that the breaker is functional. Turn it off and on again, in case it has tripped. Check the furnace door for complete closure. A little switch inside the door shuts off power to the unit if it is not activated properly when the door is closed. For a battery-operated thermostat, check or change the batteries. Also check for burnt or blown fuses if your service panel is so equipped.90003 90010 Filters 90007 90002 Locate the cold air returns in the house and remove the screens to check the filters. Filters require cleaning at least twice, if not more times a year, depending on the usage of the system and the amount of airborne dust in your home. If you have a central heating unit combined with an air conditioner, replace or clean filters in the spring and fall to ensure maximum operation of the your furnace Dirty filters will cause the central heating furnace to operate poorly.90003 90014 Igniter or Pilot Light 90007 90002 Gas and propane central heating units light the gas or propane via an electronic igniter or pilot light. After verifying that the thermostat has power and is operational, and the heat does not come on after setting the thermostat to call for heat, shut off the gas reset valve inside the unit. Wait five minutes before turning it back on. If this reset action does not reset the igniter, verify that you have gas. If gas is available, and the igniter does not light after the reset, replace the igniter or call a professional.If the unit has a pilot light, check for flame. Follow the reset procedure for resetting the pilot light. 90003 90018 Other Considerations 90007 90002 Check that registers are open and there is good air flow. Closed registers affect the ability of the system to deliver heated air properly. After cleaning the filters and checking for power and ignition, and you still do not have air flow, check the blower motors in the furnace. Some blower motors are belt-driven, and require belt replacement periodically.Look for a frayed or cracked belt that has lost its tension. Serious problems require the services of a certified technician. If you do not have experience with these minor repairs, call a furnace repair professional. 90003.90000 How to Replace a Water Heater Element: A Step-by-Step Guide 90001 90002 Sometimes a water heater element needs to be replaced. Just because the heating element is no longer working, does not mean that you need to purchase a new water heater. The task of replacing a water heater element may seem difficult, but most homeowners can make this repair themselves. 90003 90002 If your water heater is slow to heat, runs out of hot water, or does not deliver hot water at all, there’s a good chance that one or both of your heating elements are not working properly.In this article, we’ll show you how to determine if your element needs to be replaced, and how to do the repairs yourself. 90003 90002 90007 Replacing a Hot Water Heater Element 90008 90003 90010 90011 Water heaters typically have a life span of 6 to 10 years. If your water heater is approaching this age, it may be worth considering purchasing a new one. 90012 90011 The issue may NOT be your heating element. First, check the circuit breaker. It may have tripped or been accidentally turned off.Next, check the reset button on the temperature cutoff (it’s usually a red button that’s located above the thermostat inside the upper access panel). If after being reset, it trips again, there’s a good chance that it may be your heating element. 90012 90015 90002 90017 This video will show you how to check the condition of your heating element: 90018 90003 90020 90021 90002 Heating elements are also called immersion heaters, because they are fully immersed within the water of the tank.It’s important to note, that heating elements are only used on electric water heaters. Gas water heaters heat the water in an entirely different way. 90003 90017 Element Style 90018 90002 There are 2 different styles of heating elements: 90003 90010 90011 90030 Screw-in 90031: This is the type we will be covering because they are the most common heating elements. They typically are used on all newer water heaters, and the element is screwed into place. 90012 90011 90030 Bolt-in 90031: There are several different styles of bolt-in elements, if you have an older water heater it’s possible that this type is installed.The element is secured into place by 4 bolts. Universal adapter kit are available if you want to adapt a screw-in element into a bolt-in element. 90012 90015 90017 Element Location 90018 90002 Electric water heaters have 2 heating elements. There’s an upper element, which is located behind the upper access panel, and a lower element. The lower element is typically the one that needs to be replaced. 90003 90002 As the sediment within your tank accumulates, it will settle at the bottom where your lower element is located.The sediment surrounds the element and causes it to lose it’s effectiveness. Eventually, it will either break or completely short out. 90003 90044 90017 Purchasing New Heating Elements 90018 90002 When selecting new heating elements, it’s recommended to purchase ones with the same voltage, wattage, and style (screw-in or bolt-in) as the element you are replacing. 90003 90002 The voltage of the new element should always match the old element. However, you could use lower wattage to extend the life of the element.Keep in mind, the element will also generate less heat. 90030 Never purchase more wattage than your previous element. 90031 90003 90002 The voltage and wattage is usually stamped onto the element, or it can be found on the water heater’s nameplate. If you can not find it, you can always do a simple online search using your water heater’s model number (found on the name plate). If all else fails, or you feel more comfortable, you can remove the element and take it to your local hardware store. 90003 90017 Types of Water Heater Elements 90018 90002 There are 3 types of water heater elements.If your water heater is nearing the end of it’s service life, you may want to install the least expensive, high watt density element. 90003 90002 However, if your heater is newer and you live in an area with hard water, you should consider the other more expensive options. Let’s take a closer look at each: 90003 90017 High Watt Density Element 90018 90002 These are the most common water heater elements and can be used in all replacement scenarios, assuming the wattage and voltage match. In most cases, a high watt density element will be the same type that came with your original water heater.90003 90002 High watt density elements are prone to corrosive build-up and have a shorter life span. You can expect these elements to be the least expensive of the three types. 90003 90017 Low Watt Density Element 90018 90002 Low watt density elements are well suited for areas with hard water. Many are made with a fold-back design to allow for more heating space. Even though these are a lower watt density, there is not a loss in efficiency. This helps them reduce the lime scale build-up that’s common in areas with hard water.90003 90002 Provided you have the same wattage and voltage, you can use a low watt density element to replace a high watt density element. In most cases, these elements will be more expensive than the high watt density elements discussed above. 90003 90017 Lime Life Element 90018 90002 These premium elements carry a limited 5-year warranty. Lime life elements are ultra low watt density and have a high quality nickel and stainless steel surface that discourages the build-up of lime scale.90003 90002 These elements are an excellent choice if you live in an area where you experience intermittent water supply levels, as they resist dry firing. Lime life elements are usually the most expensive element, however, once installed, they often will out live the life of the water heater itself. 90003 90017 Necessary Supplies 90018 90002 In order to change an element you’ll need the following: 90003 90002 Changing a heating element is a relatively simple task, however, you will be working with electrity AND water.Two things that do not safely mix. If you do not feel comfortable, you should contact a qualified plumber. Your priority should always be safety. 90003 90002 90017 Step 1: Turn OFF the Power 90018 90003 90010 90011 Turn the circuit breaker OFF at the electrical panel. Use a voltage test to check that the power is no longer reaching the water heater. You’ll be working with electricity and water, so it’s critically important that the water heater is turned off. 90012 90015 90002 90017 Step 2: Attach a Hose to the Drain Valve 90018 90003 90010 90011 Attach a hose to the drain valve and open the valve.At this point, we do NOT want to drain the tank, only to make sure that the drain valve is not clogged. 90012 90011 If your tank is clogged, you’ll need to address this issue first. 90012 90011 Do NOT drain your tank at this time. 90012 90015 90010 90011 It’s possible to change the heating element 90107 without 90108 draining your tank, although, it can be a bit more challenging. If you’d like to give it a try, this video will show you how: 90012 90015 90111 90021 90002 90017 Step 3: Turn OFF the Water 90018 90003 90010 90011 Turn OFF the water supply to the water heater by closing the cold water inlet valve (most commonly located above the water heater).90012 90011 Release the hot water pressure by allowing air into the tank. To do this, open a nearby faucet. Only open the hot water tap, not the cold. Be sure to leave the tap open. 90012 90015 90002 90017 Step 4: Remove the Access Panel Cover 90018 90003 90010 90011 Use a screw driver to remove the cover of the access panel. The upper panel houses the upper water heater element. The lower panel houses the lower element. 90012 90011 There’s usually insulation between the panel door and the thermostat.Set the insulation aside in a dry place. 90012 90011 The thermostat should have a plastic cover. Gently remove the cover. 90012 90134 Check the wires with a volt meter to ensure that there is no power. 90012 90134 Inspect the wiring. Has any of the wires been damaged? Are there any melted parts? Wiring can be damaged if sediment has caused an element to overheat. Any damaged wiring must be repaired. 90012 90134 Loosen the screws and disconnect the 2 element wires from the heating element. 90012 90015 90002 90017 Step 5: Remove the Heating Element 90018 90003 90010 90011 Use a heating element wrench to remove the element.It’s designed specifically to remove electric water heater elements, and has a wide mouth that fits over the exposed part of the element. 90012 90011 While the tank is still full of water, slightly loosen the element in a counter-clockwise motion. The water’s weight will help keep the tank in place. 90012 90011 Once you’re confident that you can loosen the heating element, drain the tank by opening the drain valve. Depending on the size of your tank, this could take up to an hour. 90012 90134 Remove the element.There will be a rubber gasket or «O» ring that seals the tank. Be sure you remove the «O» ring with the element. 90012 90015 90002 90017 Step 6: Install the New Heating Element 90018 90003 90010 90011 Wipe down the threads and gasket area of ​​the new element to ensure that they free of dirt and debris. 90012 90011 Attach the new «O» ring onto the new element. NEVER use the old «O» ring. 90012 90011 Gently push the element into the tank and tighten it with the element wrench. 90012 90134 Attach the 2 wires to the element and secure them in place by tightening the screws.Double check that the wires are secure and will not slip. 90012 90015 90002 90017 Step 7: Refill the Tank 90018 90003 90010 90011 Close the water heater’s drain valve. 90012 90011 Turn ON the water to the water heater. 90012 90011 Do NOT turn the power ON at this time. The tank must be full of water before turning on the power or you will damage the heating elements. 90012 90134 Check the newly installed element for leakage. If leakage is present, turn off the cold water supply and tighten the element.It may be necessary to remove the element and reposition the «O» ring. 90012 90134 As the tank fills, the water will begin to sputter from the open faucet tap (left open in Step 3). The water is pushing the air out of the line. Once there’s a steady flow of water, the faucet can be turned off. 90012 90134 Replace the plastic thermostat cover, insulation and access panel cover. 90012 90134 Once the tank has filled with water, you can turn the power back ON to the water heater by flipping the circuit breaker ON.90012 90134 Since there will most likely be air in the hot water lines, it’s not uncommon for the hot water faucets throughout the house to sputter. This will go away in a short period of time. However, if you prefer, you can open each faucet until you have a steady flow of water. 90012 90015 90002 90017 This video will show you how to replace a water heater element 90018 90003 90195 90021 .