Technical characteristics of heating boilers Don

When building a country house, owners are faced with the natural need to organize and equip autonomous heating. When it is not possible to connect the house to gas supply, you have to choose something alternative. One of such heating system options is the Don solid fuel boiler. It is worth recognizing that this is a convenient and reliable unit to use, which has many excellent reviews.

Let's start not with the question of where to buy Don, but with who produces it. The device is manufactured by the Conord Plant, located in Rostov-on-Don. The instructions, uniform for current versions, allow them to be fueled with wood, peat and coal, and if the necessary substances are not available, the boiler can be freely switched to gas. This remarkable flexibility of application is the result of the introduction of strict standards specifically created for the production of equipment with special consumer parameters. Don solid fuel boilers are produced with a power from 11 to 40 kW.

Recommendations for use

For stable and high-quality operation of the system, the following several points must be taken into account:

1. The units must be used in open systems (with expansion tank). In addition, you should not allow the liquid in the tank to sink to the bottom.
2. If water hammers occur in the system (knocks are heard), you must immediately turn off the boiler, add liquid to the system and start the device again.
3. When the system is operating, it is necessary to monitor the heating of water; its maximum heating should be 95 °C.
4. Remember that when operating a solid fuel unit, it is prohibited to use only the water heater when the heating is turned off.
5. When in winter you need to stop the boiler for more than a day, then it is worth draining the liquid from the pipes to prevent failure of the system.
6. Before you start igniting the unit, you need to ventilate the combustion chamber for ten minutes.

If you are thinking about organizing a heating system in your home, but do not want to invest a lot of time, money and effort into boiler equipment, then you should consider the Don solid fuel boiler. This is a reliable and effective device that is popular among consumers and is gaining more and more positive reviews. Thanks to the large model range, you can choose the most suitable heating equipment option for you.

In order to supply heat to domestic and small industrial premises, Rostov has developed a universal boiler Don 16. The versatility of this brand of boiler lies in the fact that it can operate on both solid and gaseous fuels. For a better understanding, the characteristics of this boiler will be described in this article.

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The KST 16 boiler Mozyrselmash is one of the most popular products in its line. This model can also be slightly modified, namely, have a . This boiler has a rated thermal power of 16 kW. Very high efficiency guarantees economical solid fuel consumption and high productivity. Depending on the area of ​​the heated premises, a boiler of the required power is selected. Solid fuel heating boilers are perfect for remote houses and cottages where there is no gas supply

Typically, such boilers are installed in private homes and industrial premises, where it is very important to maintain the room temperature regardless of utilities. Unlike gas boilers, KST does not depend on gas pipes and electricity, which makes it as reliable as possible

The operational life of the KST boiler is at least 10-15 years, according to the manufacturer. The reliability and practicality of this boiler is confirmed by numerous reviews from satisfied customers. Purchase equipment only from official representatives of the Mozyrselmash manufacturer to protect yourself from low-quality products.

Floor-mounted solid fuel boilers Don

The low price of Don floor-standing solid fuel boilers does not mean that these devices are of poor quality, as many of our compatriots are accustomed to thinking.

The thing is that the Don boiler is produced in the Russian Federation by Concord.

Therefore, the cost of production does not include the costs of delivery from abroad, import taxes and other duties that are imposed on foreign goods.

Don solid fuel boilers are produced with a power from 11 to 40 kW. All of them are universal and can work on wood, coal, briquettes and pellets. Does not depend on the power grid. They are marked with letters and numbers, for example, KS-T-1R or KS-T-11P, where:

• K – boiler;
• C – steel;
• T – solid fuel;
• numbers – rated thermal power;
• P – draft regulator;
• P – plate.

The efficiency of all units is 80%. A gas heater can be inserted into each boiler, then it can operate on natural or liquefied gas.

One of the most popular models is the Don 16 boiler with a gas burner. The technical characteristics of this unit allow it to be used for operation in open and closed heating systems (see Horizontal heating system: general information and recommendations).

The line also includes solid fuel heaters that can operate in automatic mode. Pellets are used as fuel. To automate the process, a pellet hopper is attached to the boiler. A pellet burner is inserted into the firebox. It operates from the mains, consumes 300 W when igniting, and 70 W/hour to maintain combustion. The burner weighs 18 kg.

From the hopper, pellets are fed through a pipe into the burner using an electric pump. All that is required of the homeowner is to replenish the pellets in the bunker, remove the ash once a week and clean the boiler several times a season.

Design features of solid fuel boilers Don

The Don heating boiler is made of steel. It has a built-in water circuit through which the coolant from the heating system circulates. The liquid is heated in a heat exchanger installed in the upper part of the firebox. The combustion chamber is quite large, it can accommodate logs up to 60 cm long. It is made of a special alloy that is not susceptible to corrosion.

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Smoke pipes pierce the heat exchanger so that the boiler can take maximum heat from the fuel and transfer it to the water. Thus, it was possible to use even the thermal energy of the exhaust gases. To make the heat removal process even more efficient, turbulators are installed in the smoke pipes.

In double-circuit boilers, the Don coil for the DHW system is located above the heat exchanger for heating. It is installed in such a way that there are smoke pipes inside the spiral. The water in such units heats up faster due to an increase in the heat removal area.

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The boiler is equipped with a temperature sensor, thanks to which the degree of heating of the coolant is regulated. This happens automatically by increasing or decreasing the supply of secondary air. There are two doors on the front side of the heater: loading (fuel loading) and screwing (draft and secondary air control, ash removal).

Switching from solid fuel to gas

To convert a Don solid fuel boiler into a gas boiler, you need to purchase a special burner. It is connected to the electrical network and has an automatic system that regulates the degree of gas supply. In order to install the burner, you first need:

• remove the security door;
• dismantle the grates.

There are many benefits to switching to gas. There is no need to constantly add firewood. There is also no need for storage space for solid fuel. Those who use coal have another problem - where to put the sludge? With gas everything is much simpler. Even if you do not have a central gas pipeline, you can connect a cylinder or gas holder to the boiler.

In addition, there is no soot from the gas; it practically does not pollute the heat exchanger and chimney (see How to clean a chimney with your own hands). The temperature of the exhaust gases is also lower, which leads to the formation of condensation.

Therefore, the chimney must be properly insulated. On the Internet you can find both positive and negative reviews about Don boilers.

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Today we will talk about universal solid fuel boilers Don from Rostov, specializing in the production of gas and solid fuel heating equipment. Let's look at the technical characteristics and design of the Don-16 and Don-20 boilers.

Using the operating instructions, we will consider the main models: old (discontinued) and new, modern heating devices. Let's look at their differences, pros and cons, as well as the types of automation of a gas burner device. At the end of the article, as usual, we will summarize the reviews and certain features of Don solid fuel boilers for heating.

Solid fuel boiler Don 16(-20): technical characteristics and design

The legendary Don-16 (KST) boilers have been produced since the 70s of the last century, becoming very popular back in Soviet times. Despite the fact that the model is already obsolete, Don boilers still have positive reviews from owners, especially among older people. Although there are also negative reviews, especially when the boiler leaked or burned out.

The most common models were 16, 20 and 31.5 kW, capable of heating a house with an area of ​​50 or 100 m2, 200 or even 300 m2. Energy independence, simplicity and reliability of the design with a steel thickness of 3 mm, versatility and a large firebox are their undoubted advantages.

In addition, these devices were produced as single-circuit “KS-T-16(20)” and double-circuit boilers “KS-TV-16(20)” with a removable copper heat exchanger for hot water, which even many imported manufacturers cannot boast of and to this day. These boilers could operate on almost any type of fuel: coal and firewood, briquettes and pellets.

Let's look at the construction of the Don 16 solid fuel boiler according to the instruction diagram.

Boiler Don 16: device and connection

1 — door for loading solid fuel; 2 — door for cleaning; 3 - damper for air supply to the boiler; 4 - rectangular pipe for the chimney; 5 — damper for adjusting draft; 6 — body; 7 — fitting for connecting a supply line with a diameter of 50 mm; 8 — fitting for connecting a return line with a diameter of 50 mm; 9 — thermometer; 10 - boiler thermal insulation layer; 11 — water jacket; 12 — protective partition; 13 — grate; 14 - firebox; 15 - area of ​​flue gases exit.

The versatility of the Don 16 steel boiler is also due to the fact that the device could be used not only with solid fuel, but also with gas.

To switch the operation of such a boiler to natural (cylindered) gas, the buyer was offered to additionally purchase an automatic gas burner device AGU-T-M with 20 or 23 kW of power. This device had the simplest operating principle and included: a thermostat, gas tubes and valve, a bimetallic plate and nozzles.

Features of solid fuel boilers "Don-Conord": model range and design

Several years ago, Rostov-on-Don decided to update and modernize its “line” of universal, solid fuel boilers Don. Modern heating devices can heat rooms from 50 to 500 m2. In addition, single-circuit and double-circuit solid fuel boilers are produced.

Solid fuel boilers Don with draft regulator and automation

Some models are equipped with a draft regulator, gas burner, safety valve or even a cast-iron hob. Buyers were presented with a wide range of devices of varying power and configuration to choose from.

1. Solid fuel boilers Don with draft regulator (KST)

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Some models of this manufacturer are equipped with a draft regulator to automatically adjust the supply of primary air to the boiler. This device helps the solid fuel boiler to operate in economical mode on one load of firewood for several hours longer than without it. In the abbreviation, such boilers have the letter “P”. For example, KS-T-12r or KS-T-16r, and double-circuit boilers with a heat exchanger: KS-TV-20r, etc.

Technical characteristics of solid fuel boilers "Conord Don"

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Don boilers with an automatic gas burner device
(KSTG).

Models of combined boilers “Don” can also be equipped with a gas burner with automatic equipment from different manufacturers:

— Italian SIT (the name of the device contains the letter “S”); - American Honeywell; — SABK-AT (“U”); — AGU-T-M (for older models); — Conord (“K” or “KM”) of our own production.

For example, a boiler marked KS-TG-16S means that in front of us is a steel solid fuel boiler with an automatic gas burner of the SIT brand and a power of 16 kW.

Connection diagram and internal structure of the Don universal boiler:

Conord-Don boiler with gas burner and thermostat

1 - cleaning door; 2 - adjustable damper; 3 - combustion door; 4 - loading door; 5 — feed; 6 - chimney pipe; 7 - boiler water jacket; 8 — grate; 9 - ash pan; 10 - return; 11 — protective partition; 12 - boiler furnace; 13 — body; 14 - draft regulator.

3. Don boilers with pellet burner

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On this type of heating boiler, you can install a special one with a hopper and a burner device, which is mounted instead of the lower cleaning door. This type of boiler is marked as KSTP, for example, KS-TP-20. A pellet boiler is the latest development, but the price of such equipment will be quite high compared to traditional solid fuel boilers of the Conord brand.

4. Solid fuel boilers Conord-Don with hob

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This type of heating boiler not only heats the room, but is also suitable for cooking. On the upper part of the body of such a device there is a hob with removable cast-iron rings of different diameters, corresponding to the diameter of the cookware. The name of such a boiler contains the article “P”, for example, “KS-T-11p” or “KS-T-15p”. See their photos below.

Boilers KS-T-11p and KS-T-15p
Advantages of Don boilers using solid fuel
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— good manufacturer traditions and reviews; — wide “line” of models; — energy independence; — versatility (firewood, gas, pellets); - affordable price.

Disadvantages of universal solid fuel boilers Don-Conord

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— short firebox length for models of modern boilers of low and medium power; — no electric heating element included.

We disassembled the Don 16(-20) universal solid fuel boilers, compared the technical characteristics and design with their more modern analogues, “descendants” from the Conord company. Together we examined the features and differences of the Conord-Don boiler models according to the instructions, and summed up the results, assessing the beneficial advantages and main disadvantages of the heating devices of this manufacturer. Let's watch the video review.

Long-burning solid fuel boiler Don: characteristics, owner reviews

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In this article we will touch on a domestic brand - Don solid fuel boilers, reviews of which are usually positive. The fact is that when planning a heating system in a private home, owners usually want to find a universal option that would allow them to easily switch from solid fuel to gas. And the boilers of the manufacturer in question are just capable of solving such a problem.

Don are Russian solid fuel boilers with a steel heat exchanger. They have been produced in Rostov-on-Don for more than half a century. Today this enterprise is the largest manufacturer of heating equipment in the domestic market. The experience gained over the years is reflected in unique technologies and improved designs.

You can find out the price and buy heating equipment and related products from us. Write, call and come to one of the stores in your city. Delivery throughout the Russian Federation and CIS countries.

Solid fuel boiler Don KS-T 16

Design features and main characteristics

Like most solid fuel models, the Don 16 boiler is a steel device with a water jacket. Its main part is the firebox. Manufacturers deliberately increased its size so that it could hold more fuel, thereby ensuring longer combustion. The fuel chamber is made of a special alloy, which makes it resistant to corrosion.

Photo 1: Steel universal solid fuel boiler Don 16

The second significant part of the Don 16 hot water boiler is the heat exchanger. Its task is to ensure maximum heat removal and transfer it to the coolant. To ensure maximum heat removal, the heat exchanger is designed in such a way that smoke pipes pass through it. For even better heat transfer, turbolizers are installed inside them. The heated coolant is supplied to the heating system through the upper pipe. The water is returned to the solid fuel boiler through the return line pipe. The temperature of the coolant is controlled by a temperature sensor.

Photo 2: Ash pan of the Don 16 boiler of the old modification

In Don 16 double-circuit boilers, a coil is installed inside the heat exchanger around the smoke pipes. Due to its proximity to the heat source, the water in it quickly heats up, uninterruptedly providing the home owner with hot water for sanitary needs. The flow rate is controlled by a valve or mixer.

The front panel contains the screwing and loading doors. They serve for loading and removing ash, as well as cleaning internal surfaces. The draft, and therefore the combustion intensity, is adjusted using the damper handle.

Photo 3: Gas burner for a solid fuel boiler with a water circuit Don 16

In addition to the universal boiler with a power of 16 kW, 30 kW models are also available. The line also includes devices capable of operating only on solid fuel. Here are some technical characteristics provided by the manufacturer on the official website:

ModelKS-TG-16/20SKS-TG-30/40S

To ensure operation on gas, the screw door and grate are dismantled, and an automatically controlled gas burner is mounted in the lower hole of the front panel. The upper part of the firebox is covered with a firebox sheet close to the front wall.

Photo 4: Heating boiler Don 16 with pellet burner

Peculiarities

The Don solid fuel boiler will efficiently heat your home and other premises and will be able to ensure the supply of hot water. The device is characterized by its own characteristics and has both advantages and disadvantages.

As for the features, Don boilers consist of a water jacket and smoke pipes. The pipes that are removed from the combustion chamber are passed through the water jacket of the device. In order to increase the efficiency, turbulators are installed in the pipes. A special temperature sensor controls the water heating temperature.

Water is heated by convection and enters the heating system through the upper pipe of the device. Through the lower pipe, liquid is supplied to the boiler, which has already given up its energy in the batteries and pipes.

Long-burning solid fuel boilers Don are produced as single-circuit (for heating) and double-circuit (for heating and hot water). In the latter case, the pipeline is connected to a copper coil located in the boiler. As the liquid passes through this device, it heats up. To regulate the heating of the liquid that is supplied to the water supply, the speed of its passage through the coil is changed by turning the valve.

How to disassemble a Don 16 boiler

When building a country house, owners are faced with the natural need to organize and equip autonomous heating.

When it is not possible to connect the house to gas supply, you have to choose something alternative. One of such heating system options is the Don solid fuel boiler.

It is worth recognizing that this is a convenient and reliable unit to use, which has many excellent reviews.

Let's start not with the question of where to buy Don, but with who produces it. The device is manufactured by the Conord Plant, located in Rostov-on-Don.

The instructions, uniform for current versions, allow them to be fueled with wood, peat and coal, and if the necessary substances are not available, the boiler can be freely switched to gas.

This remarkable flexibility of application is the result of the introduction of strict standards specifically created for the production of equipment with special consumer parameters. Don solid fuel boilers are produced with a power from 11 to 40 kW.

Specifications ↑

These products of the Rostov association are presented in five varieties. Without a pre-installed gas burner, only Don KS-T-16 boilers are available, which take only firewood. The remaining solutions (T-R, TG, TVm, TGVm) are equipped with the circuits necessary for the transition. General properties:

• power (kW): 16;
• Efficiency on solid fuel/gas (%): 75/82;
• gas consumption (m3/h): 2;
• weight (kg): 139-154;
• length/width/height (mm): 700/470/1030;
• heated area (m2): 160.

Only one unit in the line is equipped with a traction regulator, which makes operation easier. In improved solutions, the shortcomings associated with its absence are compensated by the decent adaptability of gas burner systems and the good performance of the DHW circuit. The modest design of the classic version is explained by the desire to ensure ease of use.

Operating principle ↑

The functioning scheme is simple. The elements that make up a regular Don 16 boiler are few, they are simple: a firebox with a water jacket, temperature sensors, a pipe system supplemented with turbulators.

When burning fuel, the water cavity heats the injected water, convection amplifiers send the liquid into the general circuit through the upper pipe, and it is replaced by cold flows supplied to the lower one.

The meter monitors and corrects the temperature.

Although the devices are manufactured on the same base, they have slightly different structures. The difference is in the details. The letters that make up the brand name will help you figure out what advantages they offer in each case.

There are nine letter designations: 1). "K" - boiler. 2). "T" - solid fuel. 3). "G" - gas. 4). "M" - modified. 5). “C” - with a steel heat exchanger. 6). “C” - with cast iron. 7). “B” - with a water coil. 8).

“P” - with draft regulator.

9). "TG" - universal.

Advantages and disadvantages ↑

Steel heating boilers "DON" are designed for heating premises with an area of ​​up to 400-500 sq.m.

Consumers appreciate the compliance of the equipment with domestic conditions of use (severe and long frosts, hard water), and the energy independence of its mechanisms. Previously, consumer interest was aroused by the good technical characteristics of the lines; now the stability of demand is supported by such qualities as:

• excellent thermal insulation and high safety (provided by an 8 mm casing);
• an impressive period of independent combustion with low fuel consumption (the presence of a lined chamber makes the Don 16 boiler capable of operating on one load for up to 8 hours);
• durability (due to the case being made of 3 mm steel);
• maintainability (parts can be replaced).

Lining critical bunkers prolongs thermal processes, increases efficiency, thereby guaranteeing decent efficiency. It also, as reviews indicate, leads to a decrease in ease of use. Additional processing of sections increases:

• heaviness (the Don 16 boiler is prohibited from being hung or placed on thin supports; it should be placed on thick floors or platforms);
• demands on fuel (humidity up to 15%; if the standards are neglected, smoke and soot will appear);
• uncontrollability (difficult to accurately calculate the operating speed and set the heating temperature);
• capriciousness in installation, which is what owners most often complain about.

Belarus Floor-standing solid fuel boiler KST-16 MOZYR

Solid fuel heating boiler Mozyr KS T 16 kW made in Belarus The TTSK company presents a new solid fuel heating product on the Ukrainian market - solid fuel heating boiler Mozyr KS T 16 kW produced (Belarus). If you need a solid fuel boiler for heating a country house, residential and non-residential premises with an area of ​​up to 200 m2, burning wood, coal, and other types of solid fuel, and you want to reduce the cost of the boiler to a minimum and get Belarusian quality, then the Mozyr boiler is an ideal option for you! Despite the low cost of the Mozyr solid fuel boiler, it has a power from 12.5 kW to 30 kW, and can easily cope with heating objects from 40 to 380 m2; it works on any type of solid fuel. The efficiency of the boiler when operating on solid fuel is 76%, which is a very good indicator in this price segment. Unpretentiousness in operation and a special high-strength design of the casing made of high-quality boiler steel allows the Mozyr boiler to have a long service life of up to 30 years and a high savings rate. In the solid fuel boiler Mozyr, heat is effectively retained and completely transferred to the coolant; the combustion chamber is very convenient both for loading fuel and for the ongoing addition of coal and firewood by adding fuel to the firebox. And cleaning the Mozyr boiler is very convenient thanks to the simple design of the firebox and the ash drawer for collecting ash and ash. The combustion of solid fuel in the Mozyr boiler is conveniently regulated by manually adjusting the air damper of the combustion chamber. Technical characteristics: 1) ; 2) Country of origin: Belarus; 3) Series: Mozyr KS-T; 4)Power: 16 kW; 5) Heated area: 160-180m2; 6) Installation type: Floor-standing; 7) Chimney diameter: 160; 8)Number of circuits: Single-circuit; 9)Material: Boiler steel; 10)Width: 430mm; 11) Height 975 mm; 12)Depth: 600 mm;

13)Weight: 113kg;

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Advantages

• The thoughtful design of the burner allows you to maintain a stable temperature.
• Works on any type of fuel.
• Quick temperature set, the room heats up to the set values ​​in minutes.
• The body is made of thick, high-quality steel, designed for long-lasting operation of the equipment.
• The small size of the boilers simplifies their installation and transportation.
• Thanks to the vertical installation of doors and chimneys, the process of cleaning the burners and chimney is simplified.
• The presence of built-in automation allows the owner not to worry about maintaining the set temperature. Automation is a guarantee of reliability and safety.
• High efficiency - 90%. A number of modifications are equipped with a draft regulator, which saves up to 30% of natural gas.
• Does not depend on electricity. There is no need to lay a cable or connect to the electrical network. When there is a power outage, they continue to operate stably.
• Convenient to use. Universal and interchangeable. Instead of a boiler that has exhausted its service life, it is easy to install another one without changing the heating system. Easily converted to alternative fuel. You can install a gas burner or a pellet burner.
• Reliable performance. They work uninterruptedly for a long time. Domestic developers took into account all the operational features: pressure in main gas pipelines, water quality, low temperatures in winter and much more. The material of the combustion chambers is carbon steel, resistant to corrosion. The coil is replaced if necessary, and the operation of the equipment is extended.
• Galvanized metal with a polymer coating is used for cladding; it extends the service life of the equipment and gives it an attractive appearance.

Advantages and disadvantages ↑

Steel heating boilers "DON" are designed for heating premises with an area of ​​up to 400-500 sq.m.

Consumers appreciate the compliance of the equipment with domestic conditions of use (severe and long frosts, hard water), and the energy independence of its mechanisms. Previously, consumer interest was aroused by the good technical characteristics of the lines; now the stability of demand is supported by such qualities as:

• excellent thermal insulation and high safety (provided by an 8 mm casing);
• an impressive period of independent combustion with low fuel consumption (the presence of a lined chamber makes the Don 16 boiler capable of operating on one load for up to 8 hours);
• durability (due to the case being made of 3 mm steel);
• maintainability (parts can be replaced).

Installation and operation

Installation of solid fuel boilers does not require special permits. However, owners must ensure that the work is carried out in strict compliance with the requirements of building and fire safety regulations. Here are some useful tips:

• It is recommended to install the boiler on a flat concrete base, at least half a meter away from the wall;
• if the boiler is installed on a wooden floor, but under it and half a meter in front of its front wall, a sheet of asbestos cardboard or felt soaked in a clay solution is placed on the floor, on top of which a sheet of steel is placed;
• In order for water to circulate normally in the system, the boiler must be installed so that its lower pipe is located lower in level than the outlets from the heating radiators;
• connection to pipes can be made either by threads or by welds.

Particular attention should be paid to the chimney design:

• The chimney pipes are made double-circuit with heat-insulating material laid between them. This will prevent the formation of condensation;
• Asbestos-cement pipes are used to construct the chimney;
• the diameter of the chimney must be equal to the diameter of the boiler outlet pipe;
• the chimney must be installed above the roof level in accordance with the instructions of SNiP;
• The chimney pipe must be level and have no ledges.

Unit maintenance

In order for the system to work without failures, you need to follow a number of rules:

• boilers must be used in open systems (with an expansion tank). In this case, you need to ensure that the water in the expansion tank does not sink to the very bottom;
• if water hammers occur in the system (a knock is heard), you must immediately stop the boiler, add water to the system and start the unit again;
• when operating the system, you need to ensure that the water does not heat up to a temperature of more than 95 degrees;
• when using solid fuel boilers, it is prohibited to use only a water heater when the heating is turned off;
• if in winter it is necessary to stop heating the boiler for more than 24 hours, it will be necessary to drain the coolant from the pipes to prevent destruction of the system;
• Before you start igniting the boiler, you need to ventilate the firebox for 10 minutes.

So, if you need to organize heating in your house with minimal material costs, you should pay attention to the Don solid fuel boiler. This is a reliable and economical unit that has excellent reviews from consumers

A wide range of models will allow you to choose the best option for any home.

Installation and connection to heat supply and hot water systems

There are practically no special features during installation. The boiler must only be installed on the floor. The base must be durable and non-flammable. This is especially true in cases where the boilers will operate on solid fuel. The size of the pre-furnace non-combustible sheet must be at least 0.5 m². It can be made of steel or simply have a concrete base over a larger area than the boiler itself.

The heating system is connected using threaded connections. For more efficient use of the boiler, you can install a circulation pump on the return pipeline through a bypass. With a closed heating system, to ensure safe and trouble-free operation, install a safety group on the supply pipeline.

The hot water supply circuit is connected as follows. The water supply is also connected from the water supply to the coil at the inlet via a threaded connection, and a pipe is connected from the inlet to the mixer. This hot water supply system has one big disadvantage: it only works when the heating equipment is running. In the warm and summer months, the issue of hot water supply must be resolved in a different way.

Features of operation of the solid fuel model

The Don 16 solid fuel heating boiler also has its advantages. It will be cheaper to operate because it can work not only on coal and wood, but also on waste from the wood processing industry. The cost of pellets and briquettes today is much lower than that of energy resources, and in terms of basic indicators they are not inferior to them.

So it will be possible to combine different types of fuel depending on the weather outside and thereby win in monetary terms. But in order to use such a boiler, you will first need to build a high-quality chimney and separate part of the house for the boiler room so that garbage does not accumulate in living areas. If you take a long-burning model, you won’t have to add fuel too often.

There are also universal heating boilers Don KS TGVM 16, which can run on gas or solid fuel. This is the most optimal of all existing options. Heating a house with gas in cold weather is much more difficult than heating it with coal. So, with a slight minus, you can use a gas burner, and in case of cold weather, you can connect to heating using solid fuel.

The ability to choose will allow you to more flexibly calculate your budget for the heating season and not run the boiler in vain if you can maintain a comfortable temperature inside the living quarters and at a minimum operating mode.

Technical characteristics and dimensions

Please note that the technical characteristics of various models, as well as their prices, will differ depending on the maximum size of the heated area

Although the total cost is significantly influenced by additional components that are purchased optionally

These include draft regulators, fasteners, various angles and tees with special, temperature-resistant insulation, as well as sandwiches of 0.5 and 1 meter. In the same category are replacement coils, which are necessary in case of damage or wear of previously installed ones.

Although the total cost is significantly influenced by additional components that are purchased optionally. These include draft regulators, fasteners, various angles and tees with special, temperature-resistant insulation, as well as sandwiches of 0.5 and 1 meter. In the same category are replacement coils, which are necessary in case of damage or wear of previously installed ones.

The characteristics common to all models, including those equipped with gas burners, can be described as follows:

• universal, since they can use both natural gas and firewood, peat layers or pellets for heating;
• safe and economical because they do not transfer temperature from the combustion chamber to the casing;
• durable, because the thickness of the walls of the combustion chamber is at least four millimeters;
• adapted to hard water and the consequences of its use, this is possible thanks to the removable coil;
• have a long service life, the boiler can work in autonomous mode for up to eight hours in a row (this only applies to options for using solid fuel).

Possible equipment dimensions:

• heating area up to 140 m²: dimensions - 1030 by 430 by 410;
• heating area up to 180 m²: dimensions - 1180 by 430 by 410;
• heating area up to 300 m²: dimensions - 1430 by 650 by 650.

Boiler Don connected and working

Useful tips

Advice! When choosing a boiler, it is better to consult with professionals. At the same time, these people should not only be experienced installers, but also be able to make a thermal energy calculation that allows you to calculate the required power of the equipment as accurately as possible. If this rule is not followed, then there is a high risk of the system freezing, and, consequently, its failure in severe frosts.

Before installing the heating boiler, the instructions must be carefully studied. It is attached to the supplied equipment and contains not only a thorough description of the technical parameters, but also detailed installation instructions. With the right approach to installation, the equipment will serve you for many years without the need for additional repairs.

For additional information, you can always watch a video on our website about the operation of any of the models, although in the photo everything is quite clear and understandable even for a beginner in the field of heating.

For reliable operation of Don boilers, proper installation of the chimney for a solid fuel boiler is very important. The optimal solution may be to choose a Sandwich pipe

It consists of two parts with different diameters, and the entire structure is insulated using absolutely non-flammable mineral wool

Such a chimney will be very inexpensive, will be quite easy to install and will extend the life of the equipment

It consists of two parts with different diameters, and the entire structure is insulated using absolutely non-flammable mineral wool. Such a chimney will be very inexpensive, will be quite easy to install and will extend the life of the equipment.

Diagram of the chimney and ventilation system

Features of operation and scope of application

When installing and operating boilers, you must strictly observe safety precautions

During operation, the water in the tank must not be allowed to evaporate to the very bottom. When starting, it is recommended that the filling rate be no more than 8 l/min; the energy carrier is supplied until water appears in the overflow tube on the expander. The automation is set to a maximum temperature of up to +95°C.

It is not permitted to use the connected boiler if the heating is switched off. In winter, the liquid from the circuits is drained if the unit remains idle for more than a day. The heater is placed below the boiler piping if the system is based on a gravity circuit.

The boiler power is selected 30% more than the calculated one if the unit will operate in harsh conditions of a poorly heated room or house without external insulation. When choosing, the device’s dependence on electricity is taken into account. If the model does not have electric ignition, you do not need to connect it to the network.

Cauldron Don 16: the power of an improved classic

When building a country house, owners are faced with the natural need to organize and equip autonomous heating.

When it is not possible to connect the house to gas supply, you have to choose something alternative. One of such heating system options is the Don solid fuel boiler.

It is worth recognizing that this is a convenient and reliable unit to use, which has many excellent reviews.

Let's start not with the question of where to buy the Don, but with who produces it. The device is manufactured by the Conord Plant, located in Rostov-on-Don.

The instructions, uniform for current versions, allow them to be fueled with wood, peat and coal, and if the necessary substances are not available, the boiler can be freely switched to gas.

This remarkable flexibility of application is the result of the introduction of strict standards specifically created for the production of equipment with special consumer parameters. Don solid fuel boilers are produced with a power from 11 to 40 kW.

Price ↑

Multi-fuel water heating systems are considered universal products. The cost of the units is: 4-7 thousand rubles. (budget options), 10-35 thousand rubles. (affordable), 35-70 thousand rubles. (premium). According to the specified gradation, Don 16 boilers belong to middle class products, which is confirmed by the following figures:

• models KS-T-16: 12-14.5 thousand rubles;
• version KS-T-16R: 15-16 thousand rubles;
• systems KS-TG-16: 16.5-17 thousand rubles.
• variations KS-TVm-16: 17.5-20.5 thousand rubles;
• TGVm-16 schemes: 21-23 thousand rubles.

Brief operating instructions ↑

1). Fill the system with fresh water in small portions (maximum 8 l/min.) until liquid is released from the overflow tube of the expansion tank.2). Proceed with kindling, focusing on the nature of the fuels: I. Ignition of the TT:a).

open the primary air plug, bring a rolled newspaper to the gap between it and the screw valve, make sure there is traction (the pages will be pressed); b). Fill the receiving chamber evenly halfway with firewood, set it on fire, and when ignited, pour small (up to 25-30 cm) pieces of coal on top; c).

put no more than 5-6 kg of fuel at one time, spend about an hour loading the bunker; then set the gate so that the thrust is stable.II. Starting the gas burner: a). ventilate for 5-10 minutes. combustion unit by closing the main valve; b).

check the traction force by bringing a sheet of paper closer to the viewing window;c). open the air supply valve, light the fire.

3). Close the doors; later adjust the temperature with a mixer or coil valve.

Reviews

On a professional forum, the installer Melky writes that in the villages of his region they order only such solid fuel boilers, everyone is happy. In response, Lis criticizes the KS-T-16R model. He is angry that in winter he is on duty at the stove, adding firewood every 3 hours, struggling with the tricks of the traction regulator, suffering from the cold. Nikola SD gives him a hint: the problems are created by the ill-conceived operating principle, which requires igniting all the loaded fuel at once. The combustion is uneven; adjusting the damper does not help. It is especially difficult to achieve the required performance in the off-season.

Serge Ch. says: having found himself in the described situation, he asked a specialist to find out its cause; It turned out that the problem was the short length (less than 3 m) and small (less than 150 mm) diameter of the smoke pipes. I ordered a rework, the price of the service seemed a bit high. In the discussion section of the website on energy saving, NVB praises the KS-TGVm-16 version for its ability to provide powerful coolant circulation, allowing one to avoid purchasing a pump. Master Hottabych assures: the devices will delight your grandchildren if you set the emergency valve to 1.5 atmospheres, add foreign automation, and spend money on decent fuel.

Operating principle ↑

The functioning scheme is simple. The elements that make up a regular Don 16 boiler are few, they are simple: a firebox with a water jacket, temperature sensors, a pipe system supplemented with turbulators. When burning fuel, the water cavity heats the injected water, convection amplifiers send the liquid into the general circuit through the upper pipe, and it is replaced by cold flows supplied to the lower one. The meter monitors and corrects the temperature.

Although the devices are manufactured on the same base, they have slightly different structures. The difference is in the details. The letters that make up the brand name will help you figure out what advantages they offer in each case. There are nine letter designations: 1). "K" - boiler. 2). "T" - solid fuel. 3). "G" - gas. 4). "M" - modified. 5). “C” - with a steel heat exchanger. 6). “C” - with cast iron. 7). “B” - with a water coil. 8). “P” - with draft regulator. 9). "TG" - universal.

Model range of boilers Don

Don Eco

You need to know the meaning of the letters in determining the brand of the unit in order to select the right model.

The letters stand for:

• K - the letter is present in all brands, it says that the device belongs to the category of boilers;
• C – made of steel;
• G – runs on gas;
• B – it is possible to connect a boiler;
• m – modernized version;
• N – thermostatic automatics are installed.

The numbers in the model name indicate the power of the unit.

Don 16

This modification is available to serve one or two circuits. The Don 16 boiler will heat a home with an area of ​​about 160 - 400 m2 well. There are models with a power of 16/20 or 30/40 kW (solid fuel/gas). The device consumes 1.3 – 2.5 m3 of gas per hour.

The most popular model is convenient and economical, works without interruption in difficult conditions, and efficiency reaches 90%.

Don 20

The line of devices is characterized by energy independence, reliable design and simple maintenance. The units operate on any type of fuel; connection to a water heating circuit is provided. There is a copper removable heating element. The set includes a thermostat.

On wood it shows an efficiency of 75%, gas gives an indicator of 85%. The highest pressure in the system is 1.2 atm, the diameter of the smoke outlet channel is 140 mm. Floor-standing boiler with an open combustion chamber.

Other models

Don Style

KS-T-11 is a non-volatile steel unit that heats small objects. The built-in regulator reduces consumption by a third. The firebox is made of carbon anti-corrosion steel, the insides are adapted to work with hard water. Heats buildings with an area of ​​up to 110 m2, while consuming about 2 m3 of gas per hour. Available in a floor-standing version.

Don Eco is an economical compact option. Characterized by efficient heat transfer and built-in automation made in Italy. Can work with a flow-type boiler. Heats a house with an area of ​​up to 120 m2, efficiency is 90%, the open type of firebox serves 1 circuit.

Don Stail – new equipment for working on gas. Powerful boilers are characterized by increased productivity and fit harmoniously into different interiors. There are single and double-circuit models with a power of 12 kW and an efficiency of 92%; the devices heat an area of ​​up to 120 m2. Floor-standing units include an open firebox and a high-strength steel heat exchanger. The model has piezo ignition, the body is painted white. The manufacturer provides a 3-year warranty for this line.

Model overview

Let's describe the best models.

KS 16

Of all the models presented by domestic manufacturers, one of the most popular is the “Don” KS 16. Its main advantages: excellent technical characteristics, convenient operation and economical consumption of energy resources.

Having domestic assembly and components, it is ready to work in the most difficult climatic conditions. It is the Russian climate that does not allow many European analogues to compete with domestic developments. This line includes modifications that differ in the number of circuits and a number of smaller differences.

Key technical parameters:

KS-T-11

Steel. Non-volatile. For small objects. Operates on gas or solid fuel - the burner is changed.

Automation installed. Thanks to the Honeywell regulator, energy consumption is reduced by 30%. The firebox material is carbon steel, resistant to corrosion. Adapted to hard water.

• Floor installation.
• Steel heat exchanger.
• The exhaust of combustion products is a chimney.

"Don Eco"

An economical version, the main difference of which is its compactness. The small device contains reliable Italian automation and an efficient heat exchanger. It features stable burner operation and high heat transfer.

The boilers are designed for heating small areas; they can be used with a flow-type water heater (“DON” or “CONORD”). In tandem with a water heater, this model will provide a small home with heat and hot water.

As an example, here are the technical characteristics and design features of the Don Eco KS-G-12S:

• Heating system pressure (min/max) - 0.1/1.2 bar.
• The coolant is water.
• One circuit.
• Floor-standing version.
• Open firebox.
• Steel heat exchanger.
• Gas removal is through a vertical chimney.
• Body color: white.
• Warranty - 2 years.

DonStail

New gas equipment from DonStail models with increased performance. Powerful heaters with a strict and stylish design. The white color and decorative perforations on the body create a feeling of lightness; the device fits harmoniously into a modern interior.

Thanks to the special design of the heat exchanger and Sit automation and Polidoro burner, these modifications have high efficiency, low energy consumption and are completely safe.

Characteristics of the single-circuit version of DonStail KS-G-12 S:

• Floor-standing version.
• Open firebox.
• Steel heat exchanger.
• White color.
• Warranty - 3 years.
• Piezo ignition.

Powerful boilers "Don"

For heating large cottages, industrial and warehouse buildings, high-power devices are used:

• At 40 kW. Efficiency - 76%. Heats a room up to 400 m². Weight - 290 kg. The dimensions are small - 700x850x1430 mm.
• At 50 kW. Consumption 3 m³/h. Provides heat for cottages up to 50 m². Efficiency - 85%. Dimensions - 850x700x1430 mm.
• At 100 kW. The most powerful option is for 1000 m². Efficiency - 87%. Weight - 560 kg. Dimensions - 1280x900x1090 mm. An ideal solution for large country houses and non-residential premises.

Boiler characteristics

With the help of Don brand heating equipment, you can heat a residential building or any other room as efficiently as possible, as well as ensure the supply of hot water. The equipment has many advantages, but it also has disadvantages.

Main advantages

Reading consumer reviews, we can highlight the main advantages of using these heating units:

Versatility. The unit can operate on almost any solid fuel - firewood, coal, peat briquettes, wood waste (shavings, pellets, etc.). Moreover, if necessary, you can install a gas burner.

• Energy independence. The boiler does not require a power connection, so it will function normally even during a power outage.
• Long service life. The combustion chamber material is high-strength steel with a high carbon content. The thickness of the steel sheets is 3 mm. This material is resistant to high temperatures and corrosion, while at the same time it has good thermal conductivity.
• Safety. The boiler body has good thermal insulation. On the one hand, this increases operating efficiency, as it significantly reduces heat loss. On the other hand, it eliminates heating of the outer surface. The boilers meet fire safety standards.

• Long intervals between fuel refills. Most models from the Don line of boilers have large-volume fireboxes. This allows you to increase the interval between fillings to 8 hours, which greatly facilitates boiler maintenance.
• Unpretentiousness to the quality of the coolant. The boiler can also operate when using hard water as a coolant.

• Discreet and attractive design. The external coating of the boiler is made of heat-resistant paint, which retains the attractive appearance of the boiler for a long time.
• Quality. The unit casing has no gaps, all parts fit perfectly together. The threaded connections are made impeccably, the joints are welded with high quality.

• Availability. The boiler itself has a relatively low price, and the fuel for it will also be inexpensive.
• Control. The presence of a built-in thermometer allows you to control the temperature in the system.

Flaws

The main disadvantage of all solid fuel boilers is the inability to fully automate the process. To ensure normal operation of the heating system, you will need to regularly add firewood to the firebox, as well as clean the equipment to remove combustion products.

Another significant drawback is that a solid fuel heating unit takes quite a long time to cool down.
This disadvantage manifests itself when it is necessary to carry out urgent equipment repairs. After stopping the boiler, you will have to wait quite a long time for the parts to cool down and you can start working. Date: September 25, 2022

Minuses

The main disadvantage of all solid fuel units is the impossibility of fully automating the process. To ensure optimal operation of the heating system, you will need to constantly add logs to the combustion chamber, as well as clean the equipment, removing combustion products.

Devices for servicing boiler equipment (scoop, poker, etc.) are usually not included in the standard kit; they will need to be purchased separately.

It is worth saying that the solid fuel boiler Don takes quite a long time to cool down. This is inconvenient when it is urgent to start repair work. After stopping the unit, you will have to wait a long time until all the parts become cold.

Solid fuel boiler Don KS-T 30 RT