Electric fireplaces: types, characteristics, how to choose, manufacturers

Current models of electric fireplaces - this equipment of high-tech materials with a thoughtful stylish design. Such a focus for both apartments and private houses.

types of electric fireplaces

The electric fireplace operates by heating tubular electric heater. Issued modifications using heater elements open and closed type.

Varieties open

• spiral spanned between the ceramic rods;
• spiral, which are attached ceramic beads;
• bispiral on the ceramic base;
• ceramic rod, which tightly wound Nichrome wire.

Variety of closed type

They consist of a spiral, inside a sealed glass tube of quartz sand. The glass tube may be transparent, semitransparent or matted.

The device consists of the following elements:

• housing;
• heating element;
• decorative details;
• shield;
• remote control.

Structurally in the electric fireplace and hearth stands portal. Portal - framing of the building material, a place to put the fire. Framing is made of metal, stone, plastic, wood, ceramics, gypsum board.

Hearth (furnace) is of two kinds:

• Built. The tape made for each model, operated by remote control.
• Removable. Available range of different sizes.

The illusion of a living flame creates mounted quietest fan heater. It performs fence cold air flow passes through a heating segment and forces heated air into the room. The heat and intensity of the flow caused by the fan capacity.

Classification of Mobility

• Built-in appliances (wall and fireplace portals) - are settling at a wall, with emphasis on the back of the fireplace. The model consists of a frame, an electrical block decorative logs and flame.
• Transportable device. Compact body looks like a fireplace, equipped with a roller to move and fireplace with simulated fire. The models are characterized by ease of use, do not require permanent installation.

Classification by location

• Suspended (wall-mounted) - shell thickness of 8-13 cm, are placed on the wall in a convenient location. An aesthetically attractive appearance, decorative flame. Low heat dissipation. Also produced ultra-thin models.
• Desktop - compact devices are mounted on the table. Produced many modifications.
• Floor models - simple design complemented by elegant execution. Portability, move around the room.

Classification by type of accommodation

• Semi-closed. Built into the wall.
• Open. Installed in the correct location.
• Corner - mounted in the corner of the room.

sizes

• Mini electric fireplaces - compact size and minimum thickness of the product allows you to place them on the bedside table and a table built into the furniture. Suitable for small apartments, corridors, cottages.
• Widescreen devices - large heating area, sophisticated look. Designed for large homes and apartments. The harmonious combination achieved the best ratio of size of the fireplace and the area of ​​the room.

characteristics of electric fireplaces

Devices are equipped with sensors (thermostats) that allow to maintain the preset temperature and reduce the consumption of electrical energy.

Thermostat with a smooth swing adjustment automatically switches off the fireplace when the set mark, and then restarts during cooling.

All models come with adjustable heating power and select the desired mode:

• imitation flame without heating function;
• imitation flame and heating to half power;
• flame imitation and heating at full capacity.

Specifications

Power electric fireplace determined functionality, device dimensions and productivity heating operation. heating degree calculation according to the following relationship: 1 kW heats 10 square meters. Power range indicated in the data sheet.

Consumption of electricity, depending on the manufacturer and model:

• during operation - 30-50 W / hour;
• Standby - 1-1.5 watts / hour;
• a flame simulation mode - 5.10 W / hour.

The principle of operation of special effects

• Imitation flame fabric strips. Electromechanical principle. Red fabric strip drives the motor of the electric fan. Colors game supports incandescent lamp. Role of wood (coal) perform fine layouts.
• Playing a fire on the LCD monitor. Optical lenses, light filters and glass make the real picture. Angle image clarity deteriorates, there is a three-dimensional perspective.

• Reflector. Mounted under plastic imitations of wood. The effect of motion of the flame creates a reflector and illumination rotation, projecting the reflections on the glass screen located in the hearth.
• 3D-center. High-technology device. The flame effect is created due to water vapor and halogen lamps. Light from the bulbs is reflected in the drops of water. The image can not be distinguished from the real.
• Water vapor (Opti-Myst technology). It housed inside the structure ultrasonic generator that transforms cold water into steam.

• Sound effect - imitation crackling firewood. Function inherent modifications of the high price category. Recorded sounds transmitted device speaker reproducing sounds.
• Smell. Flavors transmitted smell of smoldering wood.

Additional Functionality:

• humidification and air purification;
• backlight;
• thermostat;
• sleep timer;
• remote control;
• several modes of operation;
• Two modes of heating power;
• brightness control and flame height;
• media portals;
• sound accompaniment.

Control functions performed by panel or console. Sound proof mode selection is carried out a certain number of clicks on the button:

• imitation fire - 1 signal;
• simulation of fire and heating at half capacity - 2 signal;
• imitation with full power - 3 signal.

Accessories:

• shield;
• drovnitsa;
• decorative grate;
• fireplace kits;
• dummy fuel (wood and coal).

The furnace may be a protective screen or without. Dummy firewood and coal is most often made of ceramic.

Benefits

• democratic costs;
• the ability to install in rooms without ventilation and chimney in multi-family buildings;
• It requires no extra cost in use;
• the absence of soot, dust, smoke;
• ease of operation and maintenance;
• thoughtful design;
• pleasing appearance;
• quiet operation;

• realistic resemblance to the fire;
• safety for health and the environment;
• fire safety;
• mobile handheld devices;
• multifunctionality;
• simulation of fire and heating function is not dependent on each other;
• Ultrathin modification;
• instant heating space.

Problems

Most of the functions are not used by users for two reasons:

• The inconvenience of administration. Even when the remote control of the functionality included with the panel on the unit.
• The complexity of management. Control is possible after a careful study of the instructions.

Implicit cons:

• published electromechanical devices light hum of a fan heater;
• with the wear of rotating parts increases the noise;
• a flat image of fire.

Models with the lack of brightness adjustment option tire the eyes. Range of LED lamps for the color scheme is not rich and can also cause eyestrain.

How to choose the electric heater

That the choice of the fireplace did not disappoint, before purchasing as detailed as possible, review the features, characteristics and functions. The larger model has options, and the effects of the higher price category.

Key factors:

• accommodation;
• functional load;
• required additional options;
• purchasing budget;
• style of equipment.

Selection algorithm domestic unit is love:

• with appearance;
• with parameters;
• with price category;
• functional abilities;
• with a complete set;
• with a noise level during operation;
• a flame image;
• with the possibility of adjustment processes;
• with ease of operation.

Pay attention to the specifications:

• Screen size;
• heating power;
• modes of operation;
• Combustion simulation;
• consumption of electrical energy.

Choosing appearance

Consider the overall design concept premises, heating area. Decide what place in the interior will take the heater.

The external design of the portal is performed in different styles:

• Classic - severity of forms, symmetry, geometric accuracy, straightness, natural materials;
• Retro - elegance, sophistication, aesthetics, individuality;
• high tech - laconic shapes, color minimalism, the use of steel and glass;
• Baroque - the saturation of decorative elements, splendor and luxury;
• Chalet - bulky structure, functionality, style;
• Provence - the organic, scrapes, bumps;

• Country - ethnicity, tradition, simple elements;
• Empire - pomp, the use of marble;
• Vanguard - metal and glass, the similarity with flying objects.

The choice depends on individual tastes and preferences of the consumer. Choice of finishes for facing portal must be in harmony with the style of the hearth.

what better

The best choice is to purchase a chimney kit:

• automatic temperature control;
• with adjustment of the heating power;
• adjustable brightness and illumination can be switched off;
• with functions humidified and air purification.

Exploitation

• Before connecting check the serviceability of electrical wiring. Mandatory requirement - the presence of ground loop. current parameters specified by the manufacturer in the passport of the product.
• Do not place the equipment in front of the window openings, the light sources. This reduces the brightness and contrast of the visual effect.
• When installing take care of the availability and the free approach for maintenance. The hearth must be easily removable.

Installing electric fireplace with a 3D hearth

Heaters with a 3D-display set to specialized portals, are mounted in the construction of plasterboard, built-in furniture.

When attaching to the wall building material is taken into account, from which the baffle is made. If necessary, the wall becomes stronger, the unit is fixed with rivets on the corners.

Care

disconnect the unit from the mains before cleaning and let it cool:

• Wipe body and moisturized fuel decorative cloth.
• Suction grille clean with the vacuum cleaner.
• Protective screen or glass with soap and water, rinse with soft tissue.

Electrical household units with steam generator:

• fill with distilled water to a scum was not formed;
• regularly remove limescale;
• change water once a day;
• during a break in the use of the water drain.

Electric vehicles with halogen lamps need to be replaced in case of burnout.

Guarantee

The standard warranty is issued for one year from the date of purchase. Trading companies offer extended warranties on their products up to 18 months.

Warranty service is performed network of authorized service centers. A list of centers with addresses attached to the warranty card.

Guaranteed liabilities expire in the following cases:

• damage associated with mechanical, electrical, thermal effects;
• injuries suffered as a result of non-compliance with the operating instructions;
• foreign bodies (insects, animals) and chemicals;
• Use scouring powders, chemical compounds of organic solvents;
• unauthorized opening of the manufacturer, repair;
• neglect;

• operation without equipped grounding circuit;
• damage caused by the mismatch of the rules and norms of power cable networks;
• oplavivsheysya insulation;
• damage caused by force majeure (fire, flood, lightning).

For warranty repair products received, cleaned of dirt and dust from the drained.

malfunctions

If the warranty period has expired, preventing and troubleshooting you can do yourself at home. If such work is difficult, consult a specialist.

Unstable operation of the apparatus

• disconnect unit, allow to cool and clean the dust;
• blow electric heater;
• check the voltage in the electrical network;
• check the connecting cord, socket, Plug;
• check the condition of the fan blades.

Repair the circuit elements

It needs to probe tester equipped with a warning light.

Thermostat. The off his contacts closed. Check by connecting the test leads to the terminals of the tester. Nagar Clean, shells Spila. Wipe the contacts with a soft cloth dipped in alcohol.

If the contacts are opened due to deformation of the plate, return to their original position.

Power regulator. Repairs carried out in the same manner as the thermostat.

off button. Install all of the buttons in the "on" position, check the conductivity tester in order. Burnt contacts cleaned.

When working gloves protect the hands. Follow the rules and requirements for working with electrical equipment.

manufacturers of electric fireplaces

• ClassicFlame. Brand offers electric fireplaces, portals, media portals, kaminokomplekty, hearths. Wholesale and retail.
• Dimplex. Design and manufacture of home appliances. The company produces 200 types of electric fireplaces and accessories. 3D effect, opti myst3D, kaminokomplekty, portals, air cleaning filters. One year warranty. There is a network of authorized service centers.

• Electrolux. Online store offers electric fireplaces, portals, filters and accessories. Quality assurance.
• EWT. Electric fireplaces and accessories in stock. Shop Online.
• GoldStar. Electric fireplaces. One year warranty. The system of discounts and promotions. Shop Online.

• Scarlett. Appliances. One year warranty. Official service centers.
• Supra. The French company. Wholesale and retail. Electric fireplaces, portals, and accessories.