Repair of the Vektor (Vector) geyser step by step with photos

The column does not ignite, there is no spark

There may be several reasons why there is no spark and the Vector gas water heater does not ignite:

Lack of draft in the chimney.

Normal draft - - Reverse draft
The reason may be as simple as a clogged air duct. You can check the draft in a simple way - bring a lighted candle or match, or a thin sheet of paper to the air duct. If everything is in order with the draft, the flame or sheet will deviate towards the air duct. If not, you need to clean the chimney.

Low water pressure entering the device.

There can be several reasons for low blood pressure. Clogged filter located in front of the water heater water unit. In this case, you need to remove it by unscrewing the nuts and wash it. If the filter is heavily clogged with lime deposits and cannot be cleaned, you will have to replace it.

If you have low water line pressure, then you need to either install a pump or change it to a model that can operate at that pressure. The culprit may also be clogging of the mixer components. To fix this problem, it needs to be disassembled and cleaned. The fourth factor is that the heat exchanger is clogged.

It is necessary to remove the heat exchanger by unscrewing the bolts. Before doing this, you need to turn off all the taps and gas valve under the water heater. Descale it using a special ready-made chemical or regular citric acid.

Membrane failure.

It is located inside the water block. You need to remove the cover from it by unscrewing the screws. There is a rubber membrane under the cover. In working condition, it should not be torn, stretched, or deformed. If any defects are found, the membrane must be replaced. It is better to purchase silicone, as it is more durable. When replacing the membrane, you must be careful not to damage it - first you need to tighten the screws located opposite each other, then the rest.

Dead batteries.

This is the simplest and most common reason. Please note that they may sit down earlier than indicated in the instructions. Replace the batteries.

Oxidation of the battery pack contacts inside the unit itself or the wires.

It is necessary to clean the contacts.

Incorrect handle installation.

The water regulator handle is set to the extreme left position. To get a spark and turn on the water heater, the handle must be moved to the extreme right position.

Oil seal leaking inside the device.

By unscrewing the cap, you can see water dripping from the water valve. The problem is solved by replacing the oil seal with the microswitch.

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Insufficient mobility or oxidation of the machine rod.

In this case, it is necessary to remove the microswitch from the housing and release the fixed rod. When souring, it is necessary to clean and lubricate the rod.

The microswitch has failed.

You can determine the breakdown by short-circuiting it. In case of malfunction, the microswitch must be replaced.

The integrity of the electrical circuit between the microswitch and the control unit is broken.

It is necessary to check the contacts of the control unit connector and microswitch wires for rupture and oxidation, and if necessary, eliminate the malfunction by stripping and connecting the wires.

The solenoid valve has failed.

In this case, the valve will have to be replaced.

Solenoid valve

The control unit is broken.

Only replacing the block will solve the problem.

Finding and eliminating causes

So, why doesn’t the gas water heater turn on? A number of situations could be to blame:

1. Error in connecting pipes;
2. Lack of draft in the chimney
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3. High sensitivity protective relay
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4. Low ignition system batteries
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5. Weak water pressure or its complete absence
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6. Filter contamination
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7. Membrane deformation
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Let's consider all the listed reasons in more detail and look at effective methods for eliminating them:

Reason #1: error in connecting pipes

The water heater protection system itself shuts off the gas supply if errors are made in connecting the pipes. To prevent this from happening, simply stick to a simple and clear scheme:

Reason No. 2: lack of draft in the chimney

Due to contamination of the chimney as a result of the accumulation of soot or construction debris entering it, the vector of movement of combustion products changes to the opposite direction. This poses two dangers:

The returning mixture of carbon monoxide and air extinguishes the burner. As a result, the protection system is triggered and the operation of the gas water heater is blocked;

The returning mixture of carbon monoxide and air penetrates into living spaces. This option is even worse, as it poses a danger to the health and even the life of household members. It is possible in the case when the force of the “overturned” draft is not enough to extinguish the fire.

Let's figure out what to do in the described situation:

Reason #3: high sensitivity of the protective relay

Does the gas heater light up and then quickly go out? In this case, the problem most likely lies in the oversensitive relay, which triggers protection against overheating. There are two options to solve the problem:

Temporary. You should open the window to reduce the temperature in the room;

Radical. The problem can be finally solved only by replacing the relay.

Reason No. 4: discharged ignition system batteries

Another reason why the main burner does not light up may be dead batteries. This can be determined by the idle clicks of the piezo ignition element when hot water is turned on.

It is also worth noting that the described problem applies exclusively to water heaters equipped with an automatic switching system.

Reason No. 5: insufficient water flow or its complete absence

In order for the geyser to turn on, there must be a certain amount of water pressure present. If it is too weak, the unit will not turn on. In this case, you should first clarify the source of the problem by opening the cold water tap in the bathroom:

If the water supply level there is weak, it means that the problem is in the city water supply system. There is nothing you can do here, you will have to wait;

If the liquid flows normally, most likely the column itself is clogged.

In the second case, you can call a technician, or you can try to clean the device yourself. The instructions look like this:

1. Shut off the gas supply
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2. Unscrew the pipes
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1. Remove the gas water heater from its hinges
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1. Place it upside down on the table
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2. Use a syringe to pour a special cleaning liquid inside.
   The price of such a mixture is not very high, and it can be purchased at any specialized store;
3. Leave the unit for a couple of hours
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Reason #6: dirty filters

Another reason for the column to malfunction can be dirty filters. Scale, rust and other insoluble impurities clog the grates over time, and they need to be cleaned. In this case, we are talking not about one object, but about several at once:

Reason #7: membrane deformation

The gas water heater also does not work if cracks, ruptures or other deformations appear on the membrane. In this case, it is necessary to replace it.

Why is there a spark, but the water heater does not turn on?

The gas shut-off valve is closed.

To solve the problem, you need to open the shut-off valve. This is the first thing to do when the device does not ignite.

Weak water pressure, as well as in the absence of a spark.

The reason may be the low pressure of the water main; to increase it, you can install a pump to increase pressure.

Weak pressure at the boiler outlet

If it is normal at the inlet, it is due to a clogged filter at the inlet of the device or in the faucet mixer. It is necessary to clean the filters using a brush and strong water pressure. If the scale layer is not completely removed, it is better to change the filter. Preventive inspection and cleaning of the filter must be carried out regularly to extend the life of the device.

Scale builds up inside the heat exchanger when using hard water.

It is necessary to treat the internal and external surfaces of the heat exchanger. To remove scale, the heat exchanger should be removed and placed in a container larger than the heat exchanger itself. When removing, it may turn out that the nuts are clogged with scale and unscrewing them is problematic.

Using an oil can, drip a special liquid, VD-40, or Silit, onto the joints, hold for about half an hour, then unscrew the nuts. When the heat exchanger is removed, prepare a solution of citric acid, 100 grams of powder per liter of water, pour this liquid into the tube using a funnel, immerse the heat exchanger there, keep it dissolved in it for 15 minutes. Then drain the solution and rinse the part very thoroughly with water until all remaining scale is removed.

If some of the scale remains, it may clog the heat exchanger tubes. If necessary, repeat the procedure. It is prohibited to remove scale with a solution of hydrochloric acid, which enters into a chemical reaction with the metal from which the heat exchanger is made; such cleaning can end disastrously for it.

Weak batteries

They may shrink or be of poor quality.

The solution to the problem is to replace the batteries. Due to weak batteries, the speaker may not turn on the first time; you have to turn it on and off several times until it lights up.

Burner contamination

It may also be the reason why the unit does not ignite the first time. It is not safe to clean gas equipment yourself; this should be done by a specialist. The only thing you can do yourself is to remove the soot that is inside the burner jets. How to do this - the jets are freed from soot with a thin copper wire, the soot is removed with a metal brush. After carrying out these manipulations, it is necessary to check the unit for gas leaks (to avoid the possibility of an explosion), prepare a solution of soap, and apply it to the joints and connections. If the soap does not foam or bubble, then there is no leak. The burner needs to be cleaned regularly.

The main causes of problems and how to fix them

For those who want to purchase a Vector geyser, there is a useful bonus. It consists in the availability of such a service as after-sales service. If the water heater breaks down, it will be repaired by a qualified technician as quickly as possible. This will be facilitated by the absence of difficulties in purchasing spare parts, the price of which is quite reasonable.

Problems with the Vector geyser can be as follows:

1. Change in flame color and presence of soot traces. This phenomenon indicates that the device urgently needs cleaning. Of course, this problem cannot be unexpected, because cleaning the water heater from dust must occur regularly. Otherwise, disruptions in its work are inevitable.
2. Lack of temperature data. They are usually shown on the display. If this does not happen, then damage to the screen itself or the circuit through which the necessary information reaches it is implied.
3. No response to switching on. This can happen due to weak water pressure (if there is a spark). To solve the problem, you should clean the filter located at the inlet of the water heater or the heat exchanger. In the first case, the cause of contamination will be dust, and in the second, scale. If there is no spark, you just need to replace the batteries.
4. Reducing the flame until it completely disappears. This fact indicates the need to change the membrane of the water unit.
5. Spontaneous turning on and off of the device. In this case, you will need to clean the chimney, check the sealing of the pipe and air duct, and eliminate the causes of overheating of the Vector column.
6. No spark when batteries were recently changed. This will require replacement of faulty spare parts, in particular the microswitch, solenoid valve and (or) electronic control unit.
7. Reducing the liquid pressure at the outlet of the column. This can happen due to a lack of normal pressure in the entire system, a small pipe diameter and a clogged water filter.
8. Insufficient water heating. In such a situation, only cleaning the heat exchanger tubes from scale and dust will help.

Carrying out repairs yourself should only happen if you have such experience. If it is not there, you should definitely call a specialist rather than try to fix everything yourself. Such recklessness is fraught with explosion or spontaneous combustion.

According to experts, the likelihood of the problems described above appears due to the poor quality of the parts that make up the water heater, the lack of automatic maintenance of the required temperature conditions, insufficient thickness of the walls of the heat exchanger and the power of the device.

Here you will learn:

• Geyser Vector JSD 20-W
• Geyser Vector Lux Eco 20-1
• Geyser Vector LUX Eco 20-2
• Geyser JSD 12-W
• Geyser Vector JSD 11-N
• Geyser Vector JSD 20-G

The Vector geyser is a budget option for those who save money in their wallet and do not recognize the need for additional functionality. That is why speakers from this brand have become so widespread. Prices for models with good performance start at 6,000 rubles, which is a good indicator. What are the advantages of Vector geysers?

• Affordable price - these are truly one of the most inexpensive geysers on the water heating equipment market;
• The simplicity of the geyser design ensures maintainability;
• Large model range – buyers have a fairly wide selection of speakers to choose from.

Lovers of good design will also rejoice - especially for the most demanding customers, models with a glass front surface on which various designs are located have been developed. These speakers look just great. As for the quality of the equipment, there are minor complaints about it, as evidenced by the reviews below about Vector geysers.

Next, we will publish reviews of people who have received Vector geysers of various models. Along with the reviews, the advantages and disadvantages of the speakers are described.

Lights up but goes out

Let's consider several moments when the column fades out some time after ignition and what ways there are to solve this problem:

One of the reasons is insufficient draft due to the lack of air movement inside the room where the device is located.

Checking the traction force

This happens when windows and doors are tightly closed. For this reason, the protective relay overheats and the overheating sensor is triggered.

You can eliminate it by opening a window or vent, creating a draft in the room. A gas heater burns a very large amount of oxygen during operation, so it requires a constant supply of fresh air to operate.

The second reason for the column to fade out may be the insufficient time of holding the ignition button. It should be held for at least 20 seconds; if held for less time, the column will go out.

A malfunction of the combustion products exhaust sensor is the next point. To check the sensor, you need to ring it by connecting two terminals. Normally, the resistance should show infinity. If the reading is different, the sensor will have to be replaced.

Strong cold water pressure and low hot water pressure - this situation also often causes the water heater to fade. This happens when you use hot water and open a cold tap. To eliminate this problem, you need to adjust the water supply in such a way that you do not have to open cold water in order to dilute the hot one. In addition, this is incorrect operation of the device and can lead to damage to the heater.

High water pressure can lead to attenuation. This problem is especially typical for the Lux Eco model, which is designed to work with low water pressure. In this case, the strong pressure of the flow bends the membrane of the water unit, the membrane moves the rod in the gas supply. It is necessary to adjust the gas supply or, if possible, adjust the water pressure.

The temperature sensor has activated, protecting the device from overheating.

Column temperature sensor Vector

The heater works for some time after ignition, then goes out again. If you try to turn on the device right away, there will be no result. After some time, about 25 minutes, the burner lights up, but then goes out again. The problem is that the sensor is too sensitive. In this case, only replacing it will help.

Poor contact between thermocouple and solenoid valve.

If the thermocouple is working, you need to clean the contacts and the automation unit.

The design of the igniter itself (device for generating an electric spark). The electrode is mounted in such a way that the spark hits the comb, which is welded to the edge of the gas burner at a distance of about 12 mm from its outlet. Provided that the gas supply is adjusted to low water pressure, the gas leaves the burner in a small volume and at a low speed.

Taking into account the fact that a small reverse draft is almost always formed inside the system, a weak level of gas goes down under the pressure of this draft, not reaching the spark. This situation can be corrected by bending the electrode from the comb to a level at which the spark does not fall on the comb, but through the gas exactly in the center of the burner. After performing such manipulations, the device almost always lights up, ignition is fast, stable and soft.

The formation of holes between the gas exhaust pipe, the connecting pipes of the gas exhaust device and the chimney, between individual sections of the gas exhaust pipe. Determined visually, to eliminate it, it is necessary to seal the gaps with self-adhesive heat-resistant tape or other materials that are resistant to high temperatures.

Model overview

Each equipment manufacturer has the most successful models. If we talk about the Vektor brand, we can note several options:

Vector JSD 20

A few years ago, this gas heater won the gratitude of users. It’s not surprising, because the price of the equipment barely reached 4,000 rubles. Also, one cannot help but notice the compact dimensions of the device. Among the equipment, we highlight automatic ignition and a digital display, which greatly simplify the use of the equipment. Another plus for lovers of beauty is that the model is available in three stylish colors: white, gold and silver.

Characteristics:

• Type – flow-through.
• Dimensions – 34x60x18cm.
• Heating is gas.
• Power – 20 kW.
• Capacity – 10 l/min.
• Protection – gas control.
• Features: thermometer, auto-ignition, power indicator, digital display.

Vektor Lux Eco JSD 20-1

The company took a step forward and released a new model - luxury eco. The column is equipped with the same functions as the others, but already has enhanced security. Also, the control has been improved, which allows you to select and adjust temperature modes. As for the design, the heater has an original mirror coating and one of the patterns to choose from. The kit includes the heater itself, faucet, shower, fasteners and instructions.

Characteristics:

• Type – flow-through.
• Dimensions – 64x35x20cm.
• Heating is gas.
• Power – 20 kW.
• Capacity – 10 l/min.
• Protection – gas control.
• Features: “Winter/Summer” mode, auto-ignition, digital display.

Vektor JSD 11- N

The water heater features a high-quality copper heat exchanger - this will extend the “life” of the device. The chimneyless column has a stainless steel burner. All technical details are of high quality. Combined with high performance and low price, the heater is rightfully considered one of the most popular among the model range. The equipment is also equipped with multi-level protection to prevent malfunctions and gas leaks. Unlike its previous “brothers”, the JSD 11-N runs on liquefied gas.

Characteristics:

• Type – flow-through.
• Dimensions – 37x27x14cm.
• Heating is gas.
• Power – 11 kW.
• Capacity – 5 l/min.
• Protection – gas control.
• Features: auto-ignition.

When does the Vector ignite late?

There are several variations here too. The very first thing that needs to be done in such a situation is to open and clean the unit, especially the nozzles and jets. If this does not help, you should sequentially check the following to determine the location of the failure:

• electronic ignition unit
• traction sensor
• microswitch
• solenoid valve.

If there is no spark during ignition, but there is a crackling sound, you need to check the microswitch for functionality by short-circuiting it.

Geyser microswitch Vector

First you need to remove the casing: pull the handles towards you, remove them, and unscrew two screws from the bottom of the unit, on the right and left. Pull the bottom of the column towards you, lift the casing until it comes out of the pins at the top. The casing has been removed. There is a microswitch in the center at the bottom. When you turn on the hot water tap, the switch button will be released by a lever and come out of the recessed state, otherwise you should push it with a screwdriver and lubricate it with oil. After all this has been done, the ignition should begin.

If this does not happen, the microswitch requires replacement. When there is a spark, there is a click, but ignition does not occur; in this case, the solenoid valve does not work. It cannot be repaired; it must also be replaced. If there is no spark, no crackling or clicking, but it has been verified that the microswitch is working, you need to check the electronic ignition unit. Repairing this unit is difficult and will require replacement.

To help, we suggest that you read the article about repairing the Vector JSD20 W speaker with your own hands. In addition, additional information on replacing the rod can be obtained from this video:

Some of the listed problems can be eliminated on your own; some arise due to improper care of the unit or non-compliance with the rules of use. In any case, it should be taken into account that if the malfunction concerns gas equipment, it is better to entrust the repair to specialists, especially if the unit does not ignite and the reason is unclear.

First signs of pollution

The heat exchanger is one of the main parts of a gas water heater. It is a set of tubes located above the burner, in which the liquid must flow and heat evenly. The first sign that scale has accumulated on the walls of the pipes is weak pressure or slow heating of the water.

Experts and experienced speaker owners identify several more characteristic signs that indicate that the water heater needs urgent cleaning:

1. The device turns off spontaneously during operation or stops turning on altogether. If problems with the uninterrupted supply of gas and water are excluded, then the cause of such shutdowns may be the accumulation of burning on the ignition element.
2. The device overheats and the thermal sensor is activated, turning off the device. Frequent operation of the protection indicates a malfunction. To normalize operation, it is recommended to clean the pipes from scale, the presence of which prevents normal cooling of the system.

We have sorted out the signs that indicate the presence of contamination in a gas appliance. Later in the article we will talk about how to clean a geyser at home in order to restore its functionality.