Multi Fuel Stoves With Back Boiler
A multi-fuel stove equipped with a back boiler can be used to heat your home and provide hot water. contemporary multi fuel stoves have two water ports (1x flow and return) that are sized to 1 inch BSP and can be connected to pipe work using standard compression fittings.
Features
Multi fuel stoves with back boilers can be used to burn an array of other materials than logs - this provides you with a wider selection of sources of heat, which can help you save money and reduce the carbon footprint. Multi fuel stoves are designed to burn a greater variety of materials with greater efficiency than wood burning stoves. Multi fuel stoves with a back boiler can burn smokeless coal, turf or peat briquettes in addition to standard logs. These stoves can be outfitted with a grate raised with moving bars or a central riddling grate as well as an asphan, both of which allow the device to de-ash regularly. The ash will be kept in an asphan below the combustion area, allowing for easy and safe removal.
Boiler stoves can generate up to 21kw of heat (14kw to heat water and 7kw to heat space) dependent on the model. They can be connected to hot accumulators or a traditional boiler system, and/or work in conjunction with solar panel systems if required. The boiler is housed inside the stove, usually located on the side or back of the firebox, and is constructed of the thickly rolled steel, not the fragile cast iron.
It is also less susceptible to corrosion because it can endure higher temperatures than cast iron stoves. The boiler is available as a pre-fitted stove or as a separate add to the stove, and there typically are two (sometimes four) pipes that extend from the rear of the stove for connecting to plumbing pipes.
The pipes can be connected to a hot water cylinder or directly into the radiator circuit in your home, and pumps will switch on when the temperature of the water in the tank reaches the desired level. This will ensure that your radiators are heated first and foremost, before the hot water to cook and bathe is supplied - a great way to reduce your costs while also preventing freezing temperatures in winter.
Benefits
A multi-fuel stove that has a back boiler offers additional advantages for heating your home. A multi-fuel stove that has a back boiler can heat your hot water in addition to the heat generated by burning wood or other solid fuels. This means you will reduce the amount of electricity, gas or oil you consume in your home as well as reduce carbon emissions.
The heat produced by the multi-fuel stove and the back boiler is used to warm the cold water that enters through the bottom. The hot water is used to warm your home and could even be used for domestic hot water taps and bathing too.
If properly installed when it is installed correctly, a boiler can be used to heat water for central heating systems, thermal store or small or large central heating systems. This will improve energy efficiency in your home and help reduce your energy bills. It can be used in conjunction with solar panels or underfloor heating to further reduce energy costs and carbon footprint.
A multi fuel stove with back boiler is used to run a small, basic central heating system that burns wood or to connect to the hot accumulator tank making it a highly adaptable and cost-effective way to heat your home. You can even combine the log burner and back boiler with your gas central heating system to save on installation and running costs.
Stoves that are eco-friendly use up to six times less fuel than previous models, and can aid in reducing your fuel costs and also cut down on the environmental impact. There are a variety of models to choose from, ranging from ones that just heat water to those that heat up to 22 radiators and provide you with hot water for your entire household.
The majority of multi-fuel stoves with back boilers have a simple bolt in system. Two pipes extend from the rear of the stoves and are able to connect to plumbing pipes. Other styles are fitted with a 'water jacket' which means that the body of the stove is a cavity that is filled with water and usually with a pump to circulate hot water.
Installation
The Ruben is a stunning stove with a large ceramic glass window with silver door handles/controls, and an integrated back boiler for central heating and hot water (upto 7kw for water heating and 8kw to room heating). The Ruben comes with two water ports on the rear of the stove (one for flow and the other for return) which are both measured at 1.0 inch BSP. It is compatible with vented or non-vented systems.
A multi-fuel stove that has back boilers can be connected to central heating systems with a simple non return valve or to an energy storage tank that has an overheat valve. A thermal storage tank is a water tank that is insulated, and acts as a neutral to the heat generated by the stove. It holds the heat until it is required.
To install a wood burner with back boiler, you'll need to make sure that your local authority allows it, and that any insurance company is happy with the work carried out on a stove that isn't listed as having a back boiler. Also, check that your existing plumbing system is able to handle the additional power that's expected to be generated. In most cases, you'll need to have it re-plumbed in order to make this possible.
If your installer is skilled in this type of work, they will be able to give you suggestions on what's required. Be wary of sanitary plumbers who claim to be solid fuel heating engineers and may not fully understand the basic principles of this kind of system. Stovesellers has been called on numerous occasions to fix the mess caused by other tradesmen. We can only encourage you to choose a qualified engineer.
It is important to be aware that you will need an extra large cylinder for a multifuel stove which has a back boiler. Also, the heat output from the stove must be matched to the property so that you do not run out of water and spending money. Divide the total cubic meter (length, width, and height) of the room by 14 to determine the model.
Maintenance
A multi-fuel stove with back boiler is a stove that can heat hot water and radiators. These stoves are perfect for those who live in smaller houses or wish to reduce their carbon footprint by not being so dependent on gas central heating systems.
The back boiler in these kinds of stoves comprises an extensive loop that connects the hot water tank to the radiators in your home. The thermostat in your home can monitor the temperature in this loop. When it is at the set temperature the pump will automatically turn on. This will ensure that the heating in your home is controlled and prioritised.
One of the best parts about a multi fuel stove with back boiler is the ability to burn both wood and coal, which gives you more flexibility to your heating sources. However, it is essential to keep in mind that the boiler isn't a free energy source and you'll need to add the proper amount of logs to produce enough heat to meet your needs.
It is important to follow the safety guidelines for your area and country when installing a multi-fuel stove that has a back boiler. This includes the location and distance of your stove from surfaces that are flammable. These recommendations are in the manual of your stove, or by consulting local codes.
One of the most common mistakes people make when installing a multi fuel stove with back boiler is to not prepare the hearth for it. This can cause numerous issues in the future, so it's important to follow the correct procedures.
Installing your multi-fuel stove using an additional boiler by a HETAS or certified heating engineer is the best way to ensure it is installed correctly. They will be able to verify whether the stove is compatible with the existing system, and also ensure that it complies with UK safety regulations.