If you have a country house, but communications are not connected to it, then you can solve the issue expressed in the need for heating and water heating with the help of boiler equipment. The main thing is to make the right choice, because such an installation will occupy a central place in the house and heating system. The choice should be made based on safety and reliability rules.
Modern heating equipment is offered in a huge range. You may prefer a floor-standing or wall-mounted model, with or without a chimney, non-volatile or power-assisted. Modern manufacturers offer single-circuit and double-circuit heating equipment for sale. The former will be able to make the house more comfortable and cozy, while the latter will allow you to use hot water. Before making a choice, you need to read the reviews; Proterm boilers are no exception to this rule. They are offered in a wide range and may have different power and technical characteristics, you can read about this below.
Boiler review from: “Bear 50 KLZ”
This equipment model costs RUB 143,914. It is a gas floor-standing boiler that can operate on mains fuel. The consumer will have the opportunity to provide a connection to liquefied gas. The equipment is double-circuit and is used for heating, as well as for hot water supply. The design has an open combustion chamber.
To remove combustion products, a fan must be connected. This Proterm Bear boiler has a 10-liter expansion tank. The heat exchanger is based on cast iron, which increases the reliability and service life of the boiler. The manufacturer made sure that the unit was protected from overheating of the coolant in the system. To do this, engineers equipped the model with a cooling circuit. Convenient start-up of the device is ensured by electric ignition.
Wall-mounted gas boilers Proterm: overview of all models, technical characteristics
When choosing heating equipment for a Russian consumer, a very important point for him is the good price-quality ratio of the product. Wall-mounted gas boilers from Slovakia are one of the main contenders in the fight for our domestic consumers.
This is not surprising, because the company is a subsidiary of the well-known German manufacturer Vaillant
. But the products of this German brand are not affordable for everyone, especially people living in Eastern European countries.
In this review, we will try together to understand why wall-mounted single- and double-circuit gas boilers Proterm . Let's try to look at all the models, compare their main technical characteristics and prices, design and differences between the models, disadvantages and advantages of boilers from this European company.
Model range and features of Protherm boilers
A peculiarity in the names of the models of wall-mounted boilers of this brand is that all of them were assigned “animal” designations of the cat family, judge for yourself: Cheetah
or Panther, Jaguar or Tiger, Lynx or Leopard. Let's figure out in detail which one is better to buy, and is it worth doing it at all?
On the Russian market you can find several types of Proterm wall-mounted gas boilers:
— single-circuit; — single-circuit with the ability to connect a boiler; - two-channel; - double-circuit with built-in boiler.
Model range of Proterm boilers
Proterm single-circuit wall-mounted gas boilers are capable of heating living spaces up to 350 m2. But the most popular are still double-circuit boilers, which can be used not only for heating a private home, but also as a flow-through gas water heater.
An important difference from, for example, the well-known Baxi gas boilers
, is that even the most basic and budget model is equipped with a secondary stainless steel heat exchanger for heating running water, i.e. has two heat exchangers.
All models have a built-in circulation pump (some - “Grundfos”), an expansion tank, a safety group, and the operation of the boiler can be monitored on the LCD display, which also displays error codes if any malfunctions occur.
Wall-mounted gas boilers Proterm, like most other boiler manufacturers, come with both a closed combustion chamber with forced draft, which does not require the construction of a chimney in the house, and with an open one (except for the Jaguar series). The smoke removal process for boilers with a turbine occurs using a standard coaxial chimney
60/100 mm, which can be purchased separately.
All wall-mounted gas boilers have smooth burner modulation, protection against overheating, freezing, and pump blocking. The “winter-summer” mode allows you to use the boiler economically in any weather at any time of the year.
They are equipped with a built-in microprocessor to control the operation of the boiler and a draft sensor. In addition, it is possible to connect a room thermostat
and an outside temperature sensor. But these are additional options, and they are purchased separately if necessary.
The most popular representative in the line of wall-mounted devices from the Slovak company is the Proterm Cheetah model. Let's look at it separately.
Wall-mounted gas boilers Protherm Gepard: technical characteristics and model features
Proterm Gepard 23 MTV
This model is produced only in a dual-circuit version, available with a maximum net power of 11 kW and 23 kW. Boilers with a closed combustion chamber are designated 11 MTV and 23 MTV. The numbers indicate power, and the symbol “T” means turbo boiler.
Devices with an open chamber (atmospheric) are designated 11 MOV AND 23 MOV, depending on the power, with a chimney diameter of 126 mm. The Gepard 11 MTV and 11 MOV boiler is capable of heating a residential building with an area of up to 100 m2, 23 kW boilers - up to 220 m2.
Their hot water output is the same: 11 liters per minute. I am especially pleased with such good DHW performance in the low-power models 11 MTV and MOV, because you don’t have to buy a higher-power boiler just because you have a normal hot water supply at home.
The volume of the membrane expansion tank is small compared to other models, only 5 liters. This is a disadvantage, because if the volume of coolant in the heating system exceeds 50-70 liters, then it will be necessary to purchase one additional tank and install it in the system.
Proterm Gepard 23 MTV and 23 MOV: technical characteristics
Features of gas boilers Proterm Panther series
Unlike the Gepard models, boilers in this series are available in both double-circuit and single-circuit. Panther boilers are also presented in a wider range of models, with a power from 12 to 35 kW.
Panther double-circuit gas boilers have a power of 25, 30 and 35 kW, and are designated by the symbols 25, -30 or 35 KTV - with a closed combustion chamber, and 25, -30 KOV - with an open chamber, the chimney diameter of which is 135 mm.
Due to the greater useful power than the Cheetah, the productivity of the DHW circuit is also slightly higher - 12 l/min, and the 30 and 35 kW models will give up to 14 l/min.
The volume of the expansion tank here is 10 liters, which is twice the volume of the tank in the Gepard series boilers, and the LCD display on the control panel is slightly larger than that of the Gepard produced before 2017.
Proterm Panther: technical characteristics
Single-circuit gas boilers "Proterm Panther" can be found, both turbocharged and atmospheric (natural draft). They are produced with a power of 12 and 25 kW, capable of heating a room from 50 to 240 m2. They are designated: 12 and 25 KTO - with an open combustion chamber and 25 KOO - with a closed one.
Single-circuit models have the ability to connect an external indirect water heating boiler and control it directly from the gas boiler panel.
Features of Protherm Jaguar 24 JTV boilers
This is the most budget model in the line of boilers from Protherm. Only one model is produced, this is the Protherm Jaguar 24 kW series - a double-circuit gas boiler with a closed chamber (forced draft), the device is capable of heating a house up to 220-240 m2. Less popular models are 11 and 28 kW.
The performance of the DHW circuit is 10.7 l/min. Unlike other boiler models of this brand, it does not have a “winter-summer” mode. Boilers "Proterm" series " Jaguar
“Now they are assembled in Turkey, and not in Slovakia, like all other models.
The operation of the boiler is controlled not with buttons, as on the same Panther or Cheetah, but with the help of two knobs that regulate the temperature of the coolant, respectively, in the heating system and the hot water circuit. Another small nuance is that the fitting for connecting the gas hose
on this boiler it has a diameter of 3/4, on all other models it is either 3/4 or 1/2 inch.
Proterm Jaguar 24: technical characteristics
Features of gas boilers Proterm Tiger
The main feature of this boiler is the presence of a built-in storage boiler for heating water for household needs with a volume of 45 liters. The operation of the boiler is controlled using an informative timer located on the front panel of the boiler body.
This model has a power of 11 kW, the water productivity in the boiler is 12.6 l/min. It is produced only with a closed combustion chamber, has 2 expansion tanks and is designated as 12KTZ.
Advantages of Proterm wall-mounted gas boilers
— good price-quality ratio; — European assembly; — a wide network of service centers in Russia.
Disadvantages of Protherm gas boilers
— warranty obligations are respected only if the boiler is started by gas workers who have not just a license to install gas equipment, but also a special certificate from the Protherm company;
— There are frequent interruptions in the supply of spare parts.
So, today we looked at the entire range of Proterm wall-mounted gas boilers: Cheetah, Panther, Jaguar and Tiger. We analyzed their technical characteristics and device and wrote our own subjective review on them. In general, Proterm gas boilers are a fairly high-quality and relatively inexpensive device. There are some problems with warranty service, but you can take a chance and buy a Proterm boiler, especially since the likelihood of it breaking in the first 2 years of the warranty is quite small. Let's watch the video.
Model specifications
Considering the model of heating equipment “Bear 50 KLZ”, we can mention that it has a power of 49 kW. The burner is modulating. The maximum power consumption is 50 kW. The gas temperature at minimum and maximum power is 115°C.
You may also be interested in how liquefied gas is consumed; the value is 3.8 kg per hour. Heating temperature is equivalent to 85°C. At 25°C coolant, productivity reaches 21 liters per minute. If the dimensions of the boiler room are limited, then you should take an interest in the design parameters, they are 1385x505x892 mm. The device weighs 210 kg. It belongs to the X4D protection class. The volume of the expansion tank is 10 l.
The coolant outlet temperature can reach up to 70 °C. The possible pressure of natural gas is 0.013 bar. Maximum natural gas consumption 35.2 m3/h. If you plan to connect the equipment yourself, then you may need a chimney diameter of 180 mm. At 100% thermal power, the equipment efficiency is 92%.
Reviews about the model
The above-described Proterm heating boiler, according to consumers, has many positive features, among them the following should be highlighted:
- simple controls;
- high efficiency;
- independent regulation of thermal loads;
- possibility of replacing middle cast iron sections.
As for ease of control, it is provided by an external panel with which you can adjust and control the parameters of the floor-standing model. Consumers emphasize that this equipment is used for systems with closed coolant circulation.
The device is controlled using a built-in microprocessor. Buyers, in their words, quite often choose this model for the reason that it provides the ability to independently adjust the thermal loads of the hot water supply and heating circuits. The unit is also good because it is resistant to complex hydraulic conditions.
User manual
After you familiarize yourself with the characteristics of the Proterm boiler that you have purchased or are just planning to purchase, it would not be a bad idea to ask what operating rules the manufacturer prescribes. Quite often, this allows you to extend the life of the equipment or prevent its breakdown. As for the model described above, it must be installed only in specially equipped rooms for this purpose.
The device is put into operation only after testing. It is important to follow safety regulations. They say that gas supply standards must be taken into account. You can set the water temperature in the boiler yourself. This also applies to heating temperature. In this case, the operator will have to use the MODE button.
To set the time intervals for heating water in the boiler, use a timer. The operation of the Proterm gas boiler is also convenient because on the panel you can see equipment messages about errors that occur during operation. For example, if you see an F1 code, it will indicate a loss of flame. But the designation F2 indicates that the boiler temperature sensor was faulty.
Basic models ↑
Wall-mounted gas boilers Proterm with water heating function are presented in the following modifications:
- Panther . The range is represented by turbocharged positions with a power of 25 kW and 30 kW. There is also a natural exhaust model with a power of 25 kW. The Panther has a display with which settings and control of their operation are made. The equipment has a built-in pump with an automatic speed switching function, an expansion tank with a volume of 7-8 liters, and an automatic air valve. It has protection against pump jamming and an anti-freeze function. Characteristics: hot water flow 12.01 l/s, pressure 10 bar, heating system pressure 3 bar, exhaust gas output 13.4-19.6 g/s, efficiency - 92-93%.
Proterm cheetah
- Cheetah. They are represented by chimney and turbocharged boilers with a capacity of 23 kW. You can control their operation not only through the display, but also using a thermostat or external temperature sensor. It has a 5L expansion tank, a built-in stainless steel heat exchanger and protection functions similar to the Panther. Technical characteristics: hot water flow 11.1 l/s, pressure 10 bar, pressure in the heating system 3 bar, exhaust gas output 13.4-20.1 g/s, efficiency - 91% for chimney boilers and 93% for turbocharged boilers .
- Tiger . The modification is equipped with a built-in 45 l boiler. They are presented in power positions of 12 kW and 24 kW, and can also be turbocharged or chimney. The power can be adjusted using a modeling burner. Equipped with a three-speed pump, 8L expansion tank and 2L hot water tank. Using a heating timer and a boiler temperature sensor, you can heat water according to your individual consumption. Main characteristics: hot water flow 8.2-12.6 l/s, pressure 6 bar, heating system pressure 3 bar, exhaust gas output 15-20 g/s, efficiency - 91%.
Proterm lynx
- Lynx . These are turbocharged boilers, available in two variations, with a power of 24 kW and 28 kW. Equipped with a three-stage pump, a 7-liter expansion tank, an automatic drain valve, and a make-up tap. In addition to the antifreeze function, they have overheating protection and the ability to control pressure in the heating system. They have the function of connecting a remote thermostat, as well as two operating modes in the “Comfort” and “Economy” directions, which allow you to consume less gas and water. Technical characteristics: hot water flow 10.7-12.7 l/s, pressure 8 bar, heating system pressure 3 bar, exhaust gas output 13.89-15.56 g/s, efficiency - 93%.
Boiler Proterm bear
Floor-standing boilers are represented by the following models:
- Bear . Boilers with higher power (20-40 kW), having heat exchangers consisting of cast iron sections. This is chimney equipment, but with the ability to connect a turbo attachment for forced exhaust. You can connect a boiler to them to heat water, the control unit is already built into it. They have protection functions: anti-cyclicity, anti-freezing and emergency overheating. Some models allow the use of liquefied gas. Characteristics: pressure in the heating system 3-4 bar, exhaust gas output 13.3-26.6 g/s, efficiency - 91%. Has a low level of emissions into the atmosphere.
- Bear with a built-in 90l boiler . Presented in power positions of 20, 30 and 40 kW. They are equipped with a built-in boiler pump, a 10L expansion tank for the heating system and a 4L capacity for the boiler. Hot water recirculation can be configured. It is allowed, under certain settings, to use liquefied gas. Technical characteristics: hot water flow 16.5-18.5 l/s, pressure 6 bar, pressure in the heating circuit 3 bar, exhaust gas output 13.3-26.6 g/s, efficiency - 91%.
- Grizzly . High power cast iron equipment (65-100 kW) with an injection burner. It has an emergency boiler temperature sensor, the ability to control using a thermostat or weather-dependent controller, as well as the ability to adjust the heating power and temperature. They have a built-in boiler control unit, which allows you to additionally connect it to the boiler for heating water. Characteristics: pressure in the heating system 4 bar, exhaust gas output 44-70.5 g/s, efficiency - 91%.
Review of the wall-mounted boiler brand "Gepard 23 MTV"
Another option for equipment from is “Gepard 23 MTV”. You can purchase this model for RUB 42,088. The device was developed in 2015 and is used for heating as well as hot water supply.
The design provides for a closed combustion chamber, which makes it possible to use a coaxial chimney. The boiler has a primary heat exchanger made of copper. The burner is made of chromium-nickel steel. The heat exchanger in the device is plate-type and made of stainless steel.
Specifications
The above-described Proterm Cheetah boiler has a power of 24.6 kW. Power consumption reaches 156 W. Buyers are often interested in the maximum consumption of natural gas, which is 2.9 m3/h. The hot water outlet temperature can reach 65°C, while its minimum value is 35°C. The permissible natural gas pressure is 0.02 bar. The volume of the expansion tank is 5 liters.
The equipment belongs to the X4D protection class. The unit weighs 34 kg, this should be taken into account, because the Proterm wall-mounted boiler must be securely mounted on a vertical surface. The flue gas temperature is 110°C. Maximum fuel consumption when using liquefied gas is 2.1 kg per hour. The heating temperature can reach 83°C, while the minimum value is 35°C. If you plan to install the device in cramped conditions, then you should be especially interested in the dimensions of the unit; they are 740x310x410 mm.
Among the main advantages of the above-described equipment option, consumers highlight:
- closed combustion chamber;
- equipped with a coaxial exhaust gas system;
- the ability to receive information about the operation of the boiler using a liquid crystal display;
- automatic switching to hot water supply mode when opening a hot water tap.
If we compare this model with the previous one in the line, it was equipped by the manufacturer with a display. Its bright backlight allows the user to see data even in a bright room. The boiler is durable and reliable, which is ensured by a hydraulic block made of composite material. This feature improved the model compared to the previous generation, where the units were equipped with hydraulic units.
Protherm electric boilers: characteristics
Proterm heat generators are deservedly considered to be systems of high quality, which is combined with an acceptable cost.
This equipment is ideal for use in heating systems of private homes, offices, industrial facilities, warehouses and other premises.
This equipment has the following characteristics:
- a single-circuit boiler has the ability to connect an additional boiler to provide hot water supply;
- presence of a liquid crystal display;
- touch control of the device;
- stepwise power switching with a time delay (this is necessary to protect the device from possible sudden surges in voltage in the electrical network);
- overvoltage control;
- heating water at a speed of up to 15.3 liters per minute in an additionally installed boiler;
- cascade connection of several electric boilers is allowed;
- possibility of functioning with weather-dependent automation;
- built-in circulation pump with anti-blocking function and automatic air vent;
For the first time on the Russian market - an electric wall-mounted heating boiler from Vaillant!
Galant electric boilers, read here.
- built-in expansion tank with a volume of 10 liters;
- the ability to automatically diagnose the operation of an electric boiler;
- work in an electrical network with a voltage of 380 V;
- possibility of connecting a room temperature regulator to the device;
- The device is protected from freezing and overheating.
These boilers are designed for permanent connection to a stationary three-phase electrical distribution network. Since there is a large power consumption, it is necessary to select the necessary fuses when connecting the device.
User manual
Instructions for the Proterm boiler are included. This is very convenient, because immediately after purchase you can familiarize yourself with it in order to avoid mistakes when using the device. If the boiler is not used for its intended purpose, this may pose a danger to human health and life. If you notice a strong smell of gas while operating the equipment, you should open the doors and windows wide, creating a draft. Do not use open flames or smoke, or turn on plugs, telephones or other intercoms in the building.
Do not store or use explosive or flammable substances such as paper, gasoline and paint in the same room as the boiler. Sufficient air supply must be provided for combustion. Protective devices do not need to be removed or bypassed during operation of the equipment. It is not recommended to perform any manipulations with protective systems.
Review of the Panther 35 kW boiler
This Proterm gas boiler has an affordable price of 63,398 rubles. The equipment is a dual-circuit unit with a closed combustion chamber. The device includes a primary heat exchanger and a plate heat exchanger for hot water supply, which is made of stainless steel. The liquid crystal display is located on the external panel, which allows the operator to see the data even in a bright room. The risk of freezing is reduced, as is overheating thanks to additional safety features.
Classification of gas boilers
Depending on the installation method, Proterm wall-mounted and floor-standing gas boilers are distinguished. A floor-standing boiler is more powerful. The products are mounted either directly on the floor or on a special platform. But the equipment takes up a lot of space. Therefore, this type is most often used in industrial buildings.
For residential premises, the Protherm wall-mounted gas boiler is often used to heat the house.
Such boilers are mounted directly on the wall. Therefore, they can be placed in any room, including industrial ones. This type is cheaper. The power is less, but it is quite enough for a private house or a residential city apartment. Also, all boilers are divided into single-circuit and double-circuit models. Single-circuit products are additionally equipped with an indirect heating boiler. At the same time, the hot water consumption is maximum, and there is no extra load. Also, such designs are often equipped with a temperature regulator.
But Proterm double-circuit wall-mounted gas heating boilers perform two tasks: they heat the room and provide hot water. In one circuit, sanitary fluid is heated, which flows into the bathroom and radiators. In the second - drinking water, which goes to the kitchen. The system also has a built-in heater, the volume of which can reach 60 liters. Despite this, the prices for gas wall-mounted double-circuit heating boilers Proterm are quite reasonable. Therefore, many prefer to install models with two circuits.
Depending on the type of combustion chamber, all Proterm gas boilers are divided into options with an open and closed combustion chamber.
The first type is equipped with an atmospheric burner. For such boilers it is necessary to equip a chimney. Therefore, such units are called chimney units. As for devices with a closed chamber, there is no chimney; a turbocharged principle is used.
Depending on the rated power, the Proterm floor-mounted and wall-mounted gas boiler can be of low, medium and high power. Depending on the degree of autonomy, volatile and non-volatile models are distinguished.
Which type of boiler to choose depends on the user’s preferences and the characteristics of the room. Reviews for Proterm double-circuit wall-mounted gas heating boilers are mostly positive. Depending on the material of manufacture, the devices can be steel or cast iron. Steel options have less weight and are cheaper. But cast iron products are more reliable and resistant to working with aggressive types of liquids.
Additional opinions
After reading the reviews about the Proterm boiler, you can understand that this design has a pneumatic gas valve that is quieter compared to its predecessor. The secondary heat exchanger has a plate design and is made of stainless steel. The burner in the device is made of chromium-nickel steel. The Proterm boiler, reviews of which should help you make the right choice, has a fault indication. Thanks to this, you can monitor the correct operation of the device.
Advantages and disadvantages ↑
Proterm gas boilers are distinguished by a high level of safety and efficiency. Main advantages:
- Easy to control, easy to operate. Possibility of remote control.
- Many models have a “Comfort” mode, which allows you to heat water faster.
- Possibility of functioning in low-temperature heating systems.
- Possibility of connecting weather-compensated automation.
- Possibility of connecting a seasonal function to adjust the power level in summer, winter and during holidays.
- Environmentally friendly. Low emissions into the atmosphere.
- Adaptation to domestic conditions according to the quality of gas and water, and taking into account the possibility of their interruptions.
Proterm boilers do not have any obvious disadvantages. The only thing that can be highlighted is the relatively high cost.
