Atmos DC0163 Firebox Side Brick

Product detailed description

Atmos DC0163 ceramic firebox side brick

Code DC0163 designates an original ceramic firebox side brick from the manufacturer ATMOS. The part belongs to the ceramics group of the upper loading chamber and is intended for boilers designated GS40, DC40GS, DC40GSE, DC40GD, DC50GD and DC50GSE.

Basic data

Suitable boilers by series

• GS40
• DC40GS, DC40GSE
• DC40GD, DC50GD
• DC50GSE

Related material

Please note that the package does not include the combustion chamber (firebox side) gasket or sealant. The gasket with catalogue number S0953 is intended for this ceramic side brick. As sealant you can use V0345; both items can be found among the related products.

Before ordering, check that your boiler type matches the list provided.

Frequently asked questions

• How do I choose the correct output of a solid fuel boiler? Start from the calculated heat loss of the heated building. With wood/coal boilers, however, also consider that during one loading the boiler burns for several hours at an essentially constant output - which is why it is common practice to add an accumulation tank to the boiler, which stores the excess heat for later use instead of the boiler having to be throttled down inefficiently.
• What else do I need to install this boiler? Besides the boiler itself, the system generally requires: a buffer (accumulation) tank of adequate volume, a circulation pump (often already with a built-in Laddomat or a thermostatic valve protecting the boiler against low-temperature corrosion), a safety valve, an expansion vessel and a flue/chimney with sufficient draught corresponding to the boiler output - you will find the exact chimney draught values in the technical parameters above.
• Which fuel is suitable and which is not? Use only the fuel recommended by the manufacturer for the given model (usually logs of defined length and moisture content, or brown coal briquettes or coal depending on the boiler type) - unsuitable or too moist fuel reduces efficiency, increases the formation of tar and deposits and may cause damage to the boiler.
• What about chimney inspection and legislation? Before the boiler is put into operation, and also regularly during its use (usually once a year for solid fuels), an inspection/cleaning of the chimney by an authorised chimney sweep is required by law - without the relevant inspection report, an insurance claim in the event of a fire may also be disputed.
• How much maintenance does the boiler require? It normally includes regular removal of ash and cleaning of the heating surfaces/flue gas passages of soot (the interval depends on intensity of use, usually in the order of weeks), and once a year a thorough inspection including the gaskets and chimney.
• Can I install the boiler myself? The positioning and connection of the boiler to the heating system, chimney and safety components should be carried out, or at least professionally checked, by a heating technician - it is an appliance with an open fire, high temperatures and pressure components, where a connection error can pose a safety risk.