Multi Fuel Stoves With Back Boiler

A multi fuel stove with back boiler enables you to run a complete heating system in your home as in addition to providing hot water. They have two water ports (1x flow & 1x return) that are sized to 1 inch BSP and can be connected to pipes with standard compression fittings.

Features

Multi fuel stoves with back boiler can be used to burn an array of other materials besides logs. This allows you to choose from a wider range of available sources of heat, which can help you save money and reduce your carbon footprint. Multi fuel stoves are designed to burn a greater variety of materials with greater efficiency than wood-burning stoves. In addition to the standard logs, multi fuel stoves with a back boiler will be capable of burning smokeless coal, anthracite, and peat or turf briquettes. They can be fitted with a raised grate 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 is contained within an asphan beneath the area of combustion to allow for easy and safe removal.

Boiler stoves can provide an output of heat that ranges from to 21kw (14kw for water heating and 7kw for space heating) according to the model chosen and can be connected to a hot accumulator tank or a conventional boiler system which allows them to operate in conjunction with solar panels if required. The boiler is situated inside the stove and is normally on the side or back of the firebox. It is made out of steel that is rolled thickly and 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 pre-fitted or purchased separately. There are usually two pipes (or sometimes four) that extend out from the rear of the stove to connect to plumbing pipes.

These pipes can be connected to an a hot water tank or directly into the radiator circuit of your home, with pumps switching on when the temperature in the tank exceeds the desired level. This ensures that your radiators are heated first prior to the hot water for cooking and bathing is available - a great way to reduce your costs while preventing cold winter conditions.

Benefits

The addition of a back boiler to multi fuel stoves provides additional benefits for heating your home. A multi-fuel stove with a back boiler can heat your hot water, in addition to the heat produced by burning wood or other solid fuels. This means you can cut down on the amount of electricity, gas or oil you make use of in your home as well as reduce carbon emissions.

The heat produced by the multi-fuel stove that includes the back boiler is used to preheat the cold water which enters through the bottom. The hot water is used to heat your home and may even be used for domestic hot water taps as well as bathing, too.

Installed correctly the boiler can be used to heat water for central heating systems thermal store, large or small central heating systems. This will improve energy efficiency in your home and lower your energy costs. It can also be used with solar panels or underfloor heating to further reduce your home's energy consumption and carbon footprint.

Multi-fuel stoves with back boilers can be used as a simple wood-burning unit for central heating or to connect to an accumulator tank. It is a flexible and cost-effective way to heat your home. You can even integrate log burners and back boiler with your existing gas central heating system to save money on installation and running costs.

Stoves that are Eco Design 2022 compliant can use up to six times less fuel than previous models and can aid in reducing your fuel bills as well as cutting down on the environmental impact. There are a variety of models available, 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 that have a back boiler feature an easy bolt-in system that has two pipes protruding through the rear of the stove, ready to connect to your plumbing pipework. Some models have a "water-jacket in which the body of stove has a cavity which can be filled with hot water and usually with an electric pump.

Installation

The Ruben is a stunning stove with an enormous glass window of ceramic as well as silver door handles/controls. It also has an integrated back boiler that can be used for hot water and central heating (upto 7kw to water heating & 8kw to room heating). The Ruben features two water ports on the rear of the stove (one for flow and one for return) which are both size 1.0 inch BSP. It is compatible with vented or non-vented systems.

A multi fuel stove with back boiler is able to be connected to a conventional central heating system by a simple non-return valve set up, or to an insulated thermal store tank equipped with an overheat protection valve. A thermal storage tank is a water tank that is insulated and serves as a neutral for the heat produced by the stove. It conserves heat until it is needed.

You must ensure whether your local authorities allow the installation of a wood-burning fireplace with back boiler, and that insurance companies are pleased with it. You will also have to ensure that your plumbing system is capable of handling the additional power generated. Usually you will need to have it re-plumbed in order for this to be possible.

If your installer is experienced in this kind of work, they'll be able give you advice on what's required. However, beware of sanitary plumbers who claim to be heating engineers for solid fuel and might not be aware of the basic principles of this kind of system. We at Stovesellers have been called on numerous occasions to repair the mess caused by other tradesmen. We only urge you to choose an engineer who understands what they are doing.

It is important to be aware that a multifuel stove that has back boilers will require a bigger cylinder. The output of heat from the stove should also be carefully matched to your home's requirements to avoid running out of water and wasting money. This can be accomplished by dividing the total cubic meter of the room (length x width x height) by 14, then choosing the most appropriate model based upon the information.

Maintenance

A multi stove-fuel stove with back boiler is a stove that can heat both hot water as well as radiators. These kinds of stoves are ideal for those who live in smaller homes or need to reduce their carbon footprint by not being as dependent on gas central heating systems.

The back boiler on these stoves is a huge loop of pipe which connects the hot water tank as well as the radiators in your home. A thermostat in the house is able to monitor the temperature of this loop, and when it reaches a set level, the pump for the radiators will turn on automatically. This will ensure that your heating is in control and prioritised.

A multi-fuel stove with back boilers lets you to burn wood as well as coal. This allows you to have more flexibility in terms of your heating source. It is crucial to keep in mind that the boiler will not provide free energy and you will have to make sure you have enough logs to satisfy your needs.

If you are installing a multi-fuel stove with back boiler, you must be sure to adhere to the safety guidelines for your area and country. This includes the location and distance of your stove from surfaces that are flammable. These recommendations are in the documentation 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 properly prepare the hearth for it. This can cause numerous issues in the future, so it's crucial to follow the correct procedures.

Installing your multi-fuel stove using an back boiler installed by an HETAS or certified heating engineer is the best way to make sure that it is installed correctly. They can check that your stove is compatible with the existing system and that it meets UK safety regulations.