They have gained immense popularity among the population due to their cost-effectiveness. But what to do if the device breaks down? Let's look at how to make repairs infrared heater on one's own.
Regardless of the manufacturer and model, the IR heater consists of the following main parts:
- metal case coated with a layer of heat-resistant enamel;
- heating element (heating element);
- a radiating plate made of aluminum and coated with a layer of thermal insulation;
- fastenings (if the selected model is designed for mounting to a wall or ceiling).
A room heated by an IR heater can retain heat for a long time, since infrared rays affect the human body and nearby objects, and not the air itself.
Possible causes of failure
Before you begin inspecting and repairing the heater, be sure to disconnect it from the power supply by unplugging the plug. To understand how to carry out repairs, the first step is to find out the cause of the breakdown.
If the IR heater suddenly stops functioning and the lamp on the power indicator does not light up, then first you need to check voltage in the socket. Perhaps due to a voltage drop, the circuit breaker at the input of the wiring to the house was activated, thereby turning off the electricity. The contact at the point where the device is connected to the socket could also be broken, or the socket itself could be faulty. It also happens that the heater simply overheats, and shutting down is the work of its protection systems.
If all checks did not lead to desired result, and the IR heater still does not work, then it is necessary to undertake repairs.
Repair work
Repairs should begin with external examination IR heater to detect visible faults. First of all, inspect the power plug; there should be no damage or cracks on it. The plug pins of a working device do not have blackening or carbon deposits; they are firmly fixed in the body and do not loosen. The conductive cord must also show no signs of damage. Special attention You should pay attention to the area where the wire comes out of the plug body - this is where it often frays.
It is also necessary to make a visual inspection of the heater housing(through the mesh) and make sure that there are no burnt or broken wires, and make sure that the heating element is intact.
The most common failures of IR heaters are failure of the heating element and thermostat. Malfunctions are eliminated by replacing burnt out parts. To choose the right the required part, you need to remove it, rewrite the number and order it on the Internet, or contact a repair service.
A burnt-out lamp (in most cases looks like a tube, length - 30 cm, diameter - 10 mm) of the heating element can be replaced independently. Replacement work begins by turning off the device from the power supply. Then, in the area of the heater where the temperature regulator is located, remove side panel, behind which there is a power connector for the lamp. We turn it off and pick up the phone. The lamps differ from each other only in power and size, but they are powered in the standard manner - from 220V. Therefore, there should not be any difficulties with selection. Reassembly after replacing the lamp is carried out in the reverse order.
Infrared heaters have gained great popularity due to their efficiency. IR heaters transmit thermal energy from the surface of the emitter directly to the heated object without the participation of air, due to which it is possible to heat only the useful surface area and organize various temperature zones within one room. Infrared heaters are ideal for quickly and comfortably heating rooms by emitting the long-wavelength component of the infrared spectrum.Infrared heaters for home have electrical basis- they are powered from a regular 220V outlet. But in industry, such heaters already use gas or high-power current to feed energy.
The operating principle of such a heater is simple. In a fluorescent type tube, only from heat resistant glass, there is a coil of nichrome wire wound in a spiral. The current flowing through it heats it up, causing intense thermal radiation in the infrared range.
Scheme and design infrared heater consists of this tube and a thermal relay with a power switch. Unlike home ones, the circuit of an industrial infrared heater is much more complex, and most often has processor control from a computer with various sensors in different places object.
Repairing an infrared heater in most cases comes down to replacing the tube. You don’t have to pay much attention to its model, since they are all powered by 220 volts. The main difference is only in power and size. The sensor of the thermal relay itself is a heat-conducting Pelte tube - the type on radiators in a computer, at the end of which a sealed capsule is installed. Temperature control is carried out according to the on-off principle. And depending on the position of the regulator, the on-state time increases or decreases.
If the thermal relay has burned out, then the simplest repair option is to close its contacts permanently, and adjust the temperature of the infrared heater using a triac regulator with a power of at least 2 kW. If the wires break, soldering should be avoided, as due to high temperature the solder may melt. It is better to use only a screw connection.
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Multifunctional calibrators are an integral part of the toolkit of specialists employed in production and research laboratories, repair shops and service centers. These are compact reference devices used for checking and adjusting various measuring instruments. They are used both in laboratory and field conditions. Among the most popular and well-known devices of this kind is equipment manufactured by Fluke. It has proven itself to be extremely reliable and safe to use.
However, like any equipment, Fluke universal calibrators may break, malfunction and exhibit operational inaccuracies. In particular, their individual electronic components are damaged and the main elements become unusable. As a result, the device begins to act up, it is still unable to quickly and clearly solve the tasks assigned to it, and in rare cases it stops working altogether. The causes of breakdowns can be very different - from improper handling, banal exhaustion of parts, to mechanical and other influences.
Infrared heaters consist of one or more heating elements, a temperature controller, wires, a heating sensor and other elements. Infrared ceramic heaters, among other things, have ceramic plates that transfer heat environment. Each of the elements may fail, and repair of infrared heaters may require spare parts that are difficult to find in retail sales. Makes it difficult do-it-yourself repair gas IR devices and its danger, this point concerns devices with which you need to be especially careful.
MOSSERVICE offers heater repair services different types at home or in the workshop. Every service center in Moscow is equipped with expensive equipment; the master has a personal set of tools for on-site orders. We have been on the market for over 20 years and have the skills to work with modern technology latest models or released in the 2000s.
Services of MOSSERVICE centers
For the convenience of our clients, we have opened 6 branches in Moscow, which employ a total of more than 30 specialists. Each master works from 9.00 to 21.00, and you can order a home visit or order delivery infrared device to service and back or bring the equipment to our office yourself.
We repair electric and gas IR heaters. As a rule, they fail due to the natural wear and tear of some parts or due to improper handling:
- placement close to an outlet;
- switching on in a damp room;
- violation vertical position;
- covering with cloth;
- careless handling of the thermostat;
- failure of the power cord;
- contact closure;
- damage to the plug of an electrical appliance;
- shocks, falls, damage, etc.
Repairing a ceramic heater can come down to replacing the fan, adjusting the panel itself, replacing the ignition, etc. IN electrical appliance may require repair and replacement a heating element or thermostat. The cost of the service depends on the complexity of the breakdown and the need to use spare parts.
MOSSERVICE repairs electric or gas IR heaters in Moscow according to affordable prices with a visit to your home or workshop. We take responsibility for gas repairs ceramic heaters, parts and services are guaranteed. To order a service or get a consultation, call us or use the call back form.
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IN Lately IR heaters are becoming increasingly popular. They are valued for their economy, efficiency and aesthetic appearance. If you are the proud owner of such a device, then it is quite possible that you will have to deal with its malfunction. In this material we will look at repairing an infrared heater with your own hands using detailed video instructions and advice from experienced professionals.
Types of IR heaters
When going to the store to buy an infrared heater, be prepared for a variety of representatives of this product group - from simple models, working from electric current, to gas, which are used for heating large areas. Let's take a closer look at each variety to consider their features.