In Russia and throughout the post-Soviet space, along with the old “Soviet” AGV heating boilers, gas boilers or Zhukovsky are widely used and have varying reviews. These devices run on gas, which, as you know, is the most cheap look fuel today. In addition, AOGV boilers are quite unpretentious and do not require any special conditions for their work.

In this article we will try to understand AOGV boilers, what they are, consider specifications non-volatile gas heating boilers AOGV-11.6, disadvantages, prices and draw up instructions for use.

AOGV what is it

Many of those who are puzzled by the purchase of an AOGV gas boiler may at first find this name of the boiler incomprehensible. It's actually simple.

AOGV is an abbreviation, its meaning is Gas Water Heating Apparatus. The number that appears after this abbreviation indicates the power of the gas boiler. For example, the decoding of the abbreviation AOGV-11.6 indicates that this gas heating device has a power of 11.6 kW, AOGV-17.4, respectively, 17.4 kW, etc.

Let's look at AOGV boilers using the example of popular boilers produced at the Zhukovsky plant, produced by ZhMZ.

Boilers AOGV-11.6-3 series Comfort, Universal and Economy

AOGV-11.6 boilers and their technical characteristics

Non-volatile gas boilers are designed for heating a private house, garage or other premises. Available only in floor-standing version. Household versions of gas boilers range from 11 to 29 kW of power. The main type of fuel for the AOGV boiler is natural gas.

Water is heated using a gas burner located under the heat exchanger tank at the bottom of the boiler. When replacing a gas burner, it is possible to use the boiler with liquefied gas. The boiler body and heat exchanger are made of steel. The heat exchanger for heating water has a tubular structure, which contributes to its fairly high efficiency.

The inlet and outlet fittings for connecting the coolant are located on the back of the boiler body. The diameter of these fittings is 40 mm or 1 1/2 inches. At the bottom is the “return”, at the top is the “direct”. The smoke duct is connected to the upper part of the AOGV boiler body; the diameter of the chimney must be at least 120 mm.

Boilers are produced as single-circuit and double-circuit: under the name AKGV-11.6-3. The latter are intended for both heating and hot water supply.

Boiler design AKGV-11.6

The structure of a double-circuit gas boiler is almost identical to a single-circuit one, only a steel coil for flow-through is additionally built into the heat exchanger domestic water. If you want to buy a dual circuit with good performance hot water, then you have to choose a device with a thermal power of at least 23 kW.

Double-circuit gas boilers AKGV with a power of 11 kW will give you 4-5 liters of warm water per minute. This, of course, is enough, for example, to wash your hands or dishes, but no more.

What is the difference between floor-standing gas boilers AOGV

So, in everyday life the most common heating boilers are AOGV-11.6-3 of the Economy and Universal series. The main difference between these series is the types of automation installed on the boilers.

Gas boilers AOGV-11.6-3 Economy have domestic automation. The operation of this boiler is controlled using a thermostat knob and an electromagnetic valve, to which a draft sensor and a thermocouple are connected.

Boiler AOGV-11.6-3 Economy

Thermocouple for gas boiler AOGV

A thermocouple is important element automation of gas boiler AOGV. It is made of copper, shaped like a thick rod. Serves to control the presence of flame on the igniter. If the draft level decreases, the draft sensor is activated and the solenoid valve shuts off the gas supply.

Automation of boiler AOGV-11.6-3 series Economy

Boilers AOGV-11.6 of the Universal series are equipped with Italian Sit automatic equipment. This device has an automatic thermostat and piezo ignition. The boiler starts at the touch of a button. At the same time, there is absolutely no dependence on electricity.

Boiler AOGV-11.6-3 Universal with automatic Sit

Boilers AOGV and AKGV of the Comfort series are equipped with American automation Honeywell, which also has a built-in piezoelectric element, but a slightly different design.

Advantages of AOGV-11.6-3 boilers

— ability to work in systems with natural and forced circulation

— compatible with any material from which the heating system is made (steel, cast iron, polypropylene, metal-plastic)

— energy independence

— ability to work on natural and liquefied gas

Disadvantages of AOGV boilers

- outdated automation on Economy series boilers

- it is difficult to find spare parts if they need to be replaced in case of malfunction

- quite high price compared to

Boilers AOGV-11.6: product price

Today, the purchase of a single-circuit gas boiler of the Economy series will cost 11-12 thousand rubles, the Universal series 13-14 thousand. The price is as of September 2014.

In this article we have compiled instructions for boilers AOGV-11.6-3, analyzed the principle of operation, the main advantages and disadvantages, as well as technical characteristics and prices. And finally, let's see short video review.

Company manufacturer:

Description Gas boiler AOGV-11.6-3 Economy:

Purpose: For heating
Fuel type: Natural (mainline) gas or liquefied (cylinder) gas

Boiler independent of electricity
Boiler automation: Gas valve ZhMZ
Power, kW: 11.6
Dimensions: H 855 mm x W 315 mm x D 412 mm
Maximum operating pressure: 1.5 atm. (Use open expansion tank)
Boiler tank volume: 30 l
Chimney diameter: 117+-2 mm
Diameters of connection fittings:
- gas - 1/2""
- inlet/outlet of the heating part - 1 1/2""
Gas consumption no more than 1.3 m3 per hour
Liquefied no more than - 0.43 kg per hour
Weight: 35 kg
Consumable parts for this model:
- thermocouple for AOGV-11.6 and AKGV-11.6 Economy boilers produced until May 2004 -
- thermocouple for boilers AOGV and AKGV - 11.6 Economy release since May 2004 -
- the same for all models
- for boilers AOGV and AKGV-11.6 produced from September 1, 2000
Our recommendations:
When repairing the unit, look
When selecting spare parts, look
Please read in the heating system
We strongly recommend installing in systems with an open expansion tank
Before installing on the system, please read
Basic knowledge
Answers to frequently asked questions when purchasing

Distinctive features of the Gas boiler AOGV-11.6-3 Economy:

Working and practicing repairs, we give you eight points to which other boiler manufacturers simply will not give an answer, because the time is not the same, and the money is not the same, and the conditions are not the same, and people are also already “withered away” so that they can take responsibility for their solve these kinds of issues.

Agree that this is a real advantage for boilers from the Zhukovsky plant:

1. Availability. The boiler is manufactured by us. 100%.
2. Availability of spare parts. Here we already answer directly. There are and will be spare parts. 100%
3. There are NO requirements for the heating system. No need to download or configure. If necessary, then An open type expansion tank was installed under the ceiling. I poured water with a ladle and it works. 100%
4. There are no requirements for the qualifications of the master. No. Any person will start the boiler. Anyone can fix it. 100%
5. Does not require mandatory electricity, stabilizers and pumps. It works by gravity. The boiler automation does not require electricity. Very relevant. 100%
6. There is no maintenance of either the system or the boiler itself. There is no service where you just have to run, otherwise there will be no guarantee. Once you do everything right and calm down, it will last for 15-20 years. 100 %
7. Practical experience the work of the plant itself, gas facilities, and ordinary people: fathers, mothers, grandmothers and grandfathers with such boilers are very large, since the 50s. Therefore, both the Zhukovsky cauldron itself and our experience of working with it are a national treasure and a treasure of time. And this should not be forgotten. 100%
8. Converting the boiler, if desired, to use liquefied gas is so simple, even primitive and consists only of screwing the liquefied gas nozzles into the burner and nothing more. 100%

Taking into account all the above points, we advise you to always work with us for the simple reason that our attitude to this work is exactly what you need. Thank you!

Our comment:

We present the Economy boiler with the ZhMZ gas valve. The design of the 2016 boiler remains unchanged.

The boiler delivery set includes: the device itself, a draft breaker, a thermometer, valve diaphragms (a spare part for the gas block), a shield, a product passport. The draft sensor itself is located on the top of the boiler in a special recess in the body (it’s not at all difficult to notice). On the inside of the door of each device there is a sticker with its number and type. The number indicated on this sticker must match the number indicated in the product passport when it was sold. The top of the boiler is covered with a lid in which small holes are visible - these are turbulators. Due to them, maximum efficiency is achieved for a given boiler design. The heating connections come out from the back of the boiler, horizontally.

Both pipes for connecting to the heating are 1 1/2"". The automation consists of a gas supply valve to the burner and a boiler control unit.

What is a gas boiler AOGV? The abbreviation means that this is a gas water heating device, that is, a gas boiler for home or apartment heating systems. AOGV gas boilers differ from conventional boilers, which are installed in individual heating systems, in that they are completely energy independent (the ability to operate fully autonomously, without connecting to the electrical network), and are equipped with automatic system(ACS) monitoring and control, which can, without human intervention, control equipment modes, air draft controllers and flame strength in the wick.

Features and differences of AOGV from other gas heaters

Versatility and autonomy are the main advantages of a boiler in a private home. The versatility lies in the fact that the equipment can operate not only from a centralized gas pipeline, but also from bottled gas - just change the type of burner. In addition, in the absence of electricity, the electronic control system is successfully replaced by mechanical automation - this is complete energy independence and autonomy.

For housing of different sizes, you can select boilers of the appropriate power, and this parameter is reflected in the marking of the unit: thus, the brand of boiler AOGV 17 stands for gas-fired water heating unit with a maximum power of 17 kW.

Heat-generating elements of the unit: automation devices and sensors, combustion chamber, jacket (heat exchanger), air duct (chimney duct). In the Russian Federation, the main suppliers of this autonomous heating equipment are the Borinsky and Zhukovsky plants - all Zhukovsky and Borinsky aogv are produced in a floor-standing version. The Borinsky plant produces floor-standing heaters in a rectangular casing, with automation located in the same casing at the back. All automation is installed in different versions and configurations - this can be domestic mechanical and/or electronic equipment, as well as automation made in Europe or America.

The Borinsky plant produces boilers with a rated power of 7, 11, 17, 23 and 29 kW in two modifications - a single-circuit boiler and a combined unit with two circuits, and this allows heating in an economical mode even small houses with a total area of ​​up to 70 m2. This feature reveals the advantage of Borin units over Zhukov units, which are designed for large areas.

The copper thermocouple is the next main element of the circuit, which activates the solenoid valve, which shuts off the gas into the combustion chamber when the wick is extinguished. The combustion chamber, which is equipped with gas boilers for private houses of the AOGV brand, is open, which means that air to support combustion enters the chamber from the surrounding atmosphere. Such a design of the installation scheme should provide for the presence of both natural and forced ventilation in a private house. But if there is a good natural traction An electric fan should only be used in extreme cases.

The coolant jacket is located in the upper part of the combustion chamber, above the burner. Both circuits (if the AOGV boiler is double-circuit) have their own separate heat exchanger with separated flows of water and/or coolant.

Zhukovsky Machine-Building Plant produces AOGV boiler with rated power of 11, 17, 23 and 29 kW in three versions: economical heater (economy class), universal boiler (universal class), and comfort class.

The automation in these units differs depending on the configuration and country of origin. All boilers have piezoelectric burner ignition, which corresponds to the definition of heater autonomy. Depending on the power of the device, you can find out from the markings in the passport how much area a particular unit can heat.

Heater parameters

The high efficiency of the AOGV - up to 92% - means that the installation of this equipment will bring maximum efficiency heating, and this is thanks to original design shirts. Boilers can operate in heating systems with forced or natural circulation of coolant, provided that the pressure in the system is not less than 1.4 Atm. Such conditions can ensure a liquid temperature of +40/+90 0 C.

The disadvantage of this equipment can be considered too much power - even the lowest-power boiler produced by the Zhukovsky plant is designed to heat an area of ​​at least 200 m2, which means that in small houses its installation will be impractical and expendable.

The burner in any modification and brand of boiler is made of stainless steel, so its durability is guaranteed. The jacket for hot water supply is made of copper, the body of the unit is coated with polymer or powder paint. Standard automation has temperature sensors and regulators to control the temperature of the coolant and prevent overheating of the boiler. The package also includes a thermocouple that controls gas flow and an air flow stabilizer, which serves to compensate for differences in air pressure during gusts of wind, and shuts off the gas in calm weather.

Names	AOGB-11.6	AOGBK-11.6	AOGB-17.4	AOGBK-17.4	AOGB-23.2	AOGBK-23.2	AOGB-29	AOGB-35	AOGBK-35
Indicators
Rated power, kW	11,6	11,6	17,4	17,4	23,2	23,2	29,0	29,0	35,0
Consumption of main or bottled gas
Trunk, m/h	1,19	1,19	1,75	1,75	2,32	2,32	2,95	3,56	3,56
Balloon, kg/h	0,865	0,865	1,215	1,215	–	–	–	–	–
Heated area, square meters	120	120	100-200	100-200	100-250	100-250	150-300	150-400	150-400
Efficiency ≥ 90%	90,0	90,0	90,0	90,0	90,0	90,0	90,0	90,0	90,0
DHW consumption when heating water at 35°C, liters per minute	–	3,5	–	3,5	–	7,0	–	–	10,0
Thread on fitting, inches	1/2	1/2	3/4	3/4	3/4	3/4	3/4	3/4	3/4
Inlet/outlet
To the heating system	1/2	1/2	1/2	1/2	2	2	2	2	2
TO DHW system	–	1/2	–	1/2	–	1/2	–	1/2	–
Diameter of gas outlet pipe, ≥ decimeters	1,15	1,15	1,25	1,25	1,38	1,38	1,38	1,38	1,38
Dimensions, cm
Height	86,5	86,5	86,5	86,5	85,0	85,0	85,0	85,0	85,0
Width	41,0	41,0	41,0	41,0	33,0	33,0	38,0	38,0	38,0
Depth	41,0	41,0	41,0	41,0	55,0	55,0	55,0	55,0	55,0
Weight, kg	43,0	47,0	49,0	52,0	56,0	72,0	65,0	80,0	82,0
In models with a power of 23.2 29 and 35 kW - rectangular housing

Insertion of AOGV into heating

Professional installation of a gas heater in a private home costs approximately 1.5 times less than the average cost of a boiler. Any unit can operate as in, while the energy independence properties are preserved in any case.

Standard installation with sealed circuit - explanation:

1. The coolant flows from the heater to the batteries with necessarily installed air vents;
2. On return pipe crashes into the boiler before entering circulation pump, a coarse filter is inserted in front of it;
3. The expansion tank cuts into the system before the pump.

In heating systems according to open type The expansion tank itself serves as an air vent, so it is not necessary to install valves on all radiators. The tank cuts into the coolant supply pipe, above gas boiler, at the highest point of the pipeline, it is also allowed to cut it into the return pipe. In systems with natural circulation of the coolant, it is necessary to ensure the required slope of the pipes (2 0 per 10 linear meters) so that the liquid does not stagnate in the system, but circulates freely.

Advantages of AOGV and management

When deciphering the abbreviation, the advantages of the units become clear, namely:

1. Simple and easy control of the heating gas unit allows you to organize safe and affordable control of the coolant temperature within the specified parameters;
2. All devices, parts and components are manufactured using high-precision technologies, but what is this in practice? This is an absolute guarantee of safety and reliability of operation gas equipment. In addition, some models have manual gas shut-off and coolant temperature adjustment;
3. All AOGV brands are non-volatile, that is, they are not tied to electrical networks and are completely autonomous;
4. Piping in the heating system can be done with any pipes - polypropylene, cast iron, steel or metal-plastic;
5. The heat exchanger (jacket) is usually made of copper, which ensures long service life;
6. Pressure drops in the gas pipeline do not affect the stability of operation;
7. A high degree of thermal protection ensures maximum heat transfer of the unit and the system as a whole.

Installation of AOGV is advisable only in private residential buildings, and not in apartments due to their high power and large size.