Gas-fired heating boilers - Part 1: General requirements and tests

This European Standard specifies the common requirements and test methods, as well as the classification, marking and energy labelling of gas-fired central heating boilers that are fitted with atmospheric burners, fan assisted atmospheric burners or fully premixed burners, and are hereafter referred to as “boilers”.
This European Standard is to be used in conjunction with the specific Parts 2 (Part 2-1 and following ones).
This European Standard applies to boilers of types B and C.
NOTE For further background information on appliance types see CEN/TR 1749:2014 [1].
a) that use one or more combustible gases of the three gas families at the pressures stated in EN 437;
b) where the temperature of the water is below or above 105 °C during normal operation;
c) where the maximum operating pressure in the water circuit does not exceed 6 bar;
d) which can give rise to condensation under certain circumstances;
e) which are declared in the instructions for installation to be either a "condensing" boiler or a "low temperature boiler" or a "standard boiler" or an "other boiler". If no declaration is given the boiler is to be considered both a "standard boiler" and an "other boiler";
NOTE The Ecodesign Directive defines "other boilers", "low temperature boilers" and "condensing boilers". The Boiler Efficiency Directive defines "standard boilers", "low temperature boilers" and "condensing boilers". Depending on the legislation applied, a boiler can be both "a standard boiler" and an "other boiler"."
f) which are intended to be installed inside a building or in a partially protected place;
g) which are intended to produce also hot water either by the instantaneous or storage principle as a single unit.
This European Standard applies to boilers designed for sealed water systems or for open water systems.
NOTE This general standard and the specific standards (see Part 2) provide requirements for boilers with known constructions. For boilers with any alternative constructions, which might not fully be covered by this standard or a specific standard, the risk associated with this alternative construction will need to be assessed.
An example of an assessment methodology, based upon risk assessment, is given in Clause 11.
This European Standard is not intended to cover appliances intended for connection to gas grids where the quality of the distributed gas is likely to vary to a large extent over the lifetime of the appliance (see Annex EE).
This European Standard is not intended to cover appliances designed and constructed to burn gas containing toxic components.

Heizkessel für gasförmige Brennstoffe - Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen und Prüfungen

Dieses Dokument legt die allgemeinen Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren sowie die Klassifizierung, Kennzeichnung und Energiekennzeichnung von Zentralheizkesseln für gasförmige Brennstoffe fest, die mit atmosphärischen Brennern, gebläseunterstützten atmosphärischen Brennern oder Brennern mit vollständiger Vormischung ausgerüstet sind und nachfolgend kurz „Kessel“ genannt werden.
Dieses Dokument ist in Verbindung mit den entsprechenden Teilen 2 (Teil 2 1, Teil 2 2 und folgende) anzuwenden.
Dieses Dokument gilt für Kessel der Bauarten B und C:
ANMERKUNG   Für weitere Hintergrundinformationen zu Gerätearten siehe EN 1749:2020.
a)   die mit einem oder mehreren brennbaren Gasen der drei Gasfamilien mit den in EN 437:2021 genannten Drücken betrieben werden;
b)   bei denen die Temperatur des Wassers unter normalen Betriebsbedingungen 105 °C nicht überschreitet;
c)   deren maximaler wasserseitiger Betriebsdruck 6 bar nicht überschreitet;
d)   bei denen sich unter bestimmten Bedingungen Kondenswasser bildet;
e)   die in der Installationsanleitung entweder als „Brennwertkessel“ oder als „Niedertemperaturkessel“ oder als „Standardkessel“ oder als „andere Kessel“ bezeichnet werden. Wenn keine Angabe gemacht wird, wird der Kessel sowohl als „Standardkessel“ als auch als „anderer Kessel“ betrachtet;
f)   die für die Aufstellung im Inneren eines Gebäudes oder an einem teilweise geschützten Ort vorgesehen sind;
g)   die dafür vorgesehen sind, nach dem Durchlaufprinzip oder nach dem Speicherprinzip auch Warmwasser herzustellen, wobei das Ganze als eine Einheit vertrieben wird.
Dieses Dokument ist für Kessel anwendbar, die für geschlossene oder offene Wassersysteme ausgelegt sind.
ANMERKUNG   Diese allgemeine Norm und die speziellen Normen (siehe Teil 2) enthalten Anforderungen an Kessel mit bekannter Bauweise. Für Kessel mit alternativer Bauweise, die eventuell nicht vollständig durch diese oder eine spezielle Norm abgedeckt werden, bedarf das Risiko, das mit dieser alternativen Bauweise verbunden ist, einer Abschätzung.
Ein Beispiel für eine auf einer Risikoanalyse beruhende Bewertungsmethode wird in Abschnitt 11 beschrieben.
Dieses Dokument ist nicht für Geräte zum Anschluss an Gasversorgungsnetze bestimmt, bei denen die Qualität des zur Verteilung kommenden Gases wahrscheinlich über die Lebensdauer des Geräts stark variiert (siehe Anhang AB).
Dieses Dokument behandelt nicht alle Anforderungen an:
aa)   Geräte über 1 000 kW;
ab)   Geräte, die für die Verbrennung von Gas ausgelegt und konstruiert sind, das Kohlenmonoxid und andere giftige Komponenten enthält;
ac)   Geräte mit einer Zusatzheizung.

Chaudières de chauffage central utilisant les combustibles gazeux - Partie 1: Exigences générales et essais

Le présent document spécifie les exigences et les méthodes d’essai communes, ainsi que la classification, le marquage et l’étiquetage énergétique concernant les chaudières de chauffage central utilisant les combustibles gazeux et équipées de brûleurs atmosphériques, de brûleurs atmosphériques assistés d’un ventilateur ou de brûleurs à prémélange total, ci-après dénommées « chaudières ».
Le présent document est à utiliser conjointement avec les Parties 2 spécifiques (Partie 2-1, Partie 2-2 et suivantes).
Le présent document s’applique aux chaudières des types B et C :
NOTE   Pour de plus amples informations sur la structure des types d’appareils, voir EN 1749:2020.
a)   utilisant un ou plusieurs combustibles gazeux appartenant aux trois familles de gaz et aux pressions indiquées dans l’EN 437:2021 ;
b)   dont la température de l’eau ne dépasse pas 105 °C en fonctionnement normal ;
c)   dont la pression maximale de service dans le circuit d’eau ne dépasse pas 6 bar ;
d)   pouvant condenser dans certaines circonstances ;
e)   déclarées dans la notice d’installation comme étant « chaudière à condensation » ou « chaudière à basse température » ou « chaudière standard » ou « autre chaudière ». En l’absence d’information, la chaudière doit être considérée comme une « chaudière standard » ou une « autre chaudière » ;
f)   destinées à être installées dans un bâtiment ou à un emplacement partiellement protégé ;
g)   destinées à produire aussi instantanément de l’eau chaude ou capables de la stocker, sous forme monobloc.
Le présent document s’applique aux chaudières à circuit d’eau fermé ou ouvert.
NOTE   La présente norme et les normes spécifiques (voir Parties 2) fournissent des exigences relatives aux chaudières dont la construction est connue. Pour les chaudières de construction différente susceptibles de ne pas être couvertes par la présente norme ou une norme spécifique, le risque associé à cette construction différente doit être évalué.
L’Article 11 donne un exemple de méthodologie d’évaluation basée sur l’évaluation des risques.
Le présent document ne s’applique pas aux appareils destinés à être raccordés au réseau de gaz lorsque la qualité du gaz distribué peut varier de façon importante pendant la durée de vie de l’appareil (voir Annexe AB).
Le présent document ne couvre pas toutes les exigences pour :
aa)   les appareils d’une puissance supérieure à 1 000 kW ;
ab)   les appareils conçus et construits pour brûler un gaz contenant du monoxyde de carbone ou d’autres composants toxiques ;
ac)   les appareils équipés d’un dispositif de chauffage d’appoint.

Plinski kotli za ogrevanje - 1. del: Splošne zahteve in preskusi

Ta evropski standard določa splošne zahteve in preskusne metode ter klasifikacijo, označevanje in energetsko označevanje plinskih kotlov za centralno ogrevanje z nameščenimi atmosferskimi gorilniki, atmosferskimi gorilniki z ventilatorjem ali gorilniki s popolnim vnaprejšnjim mešanjem (v nadaljevanju: »kotli«).
Ta evropski standard je treba uporabljati v povezavi s posebnimi 2. deli (del 2-1 in naslednji deli).
Ta evropski standard se uporablja za kotle tipov B in C:
OPOMBA: Za dodatne informacije o tipih kotlov glej standard CEN/TR 1749:2014 [1].
a) ki uporabljajo enega ali več gorljivih plinov iz treh družin plinov pri tlakih, navedenih v standardu EN 437;
b) pri katerih temperatura vode pri običajnem delovanju ne presega 105 °C;
c) pri katerih najvišji obratovalni tlak v vodnem omrežju ne presega 6 barov;
d) ki lahko pod določenimi pogoji povzročijo kondenzacijo;
e) ki so v navodilih za namestitev navedeni kot »kondenzacijski kotli« ali »nizkotemperaturni kotli« ali »standardni kotli« ali »drugi kotli«; Če ni navedene deklaracije, se kotel šteje za »standardni kotel« in »drug kotel«.
OPOMBA: Direktiva o okoljsko primerni zasnovi opredeljuje »druge kotle«, »nizkotemperaturne kotle« in »kondenzacijske kotle«. OPOMBA: Direktiva o učinkovitosti kotlov opredeljuje »standardne kotle«, »nizkotemperaturne kotle« in »kondenzacijske kotle«. Glede na uporabljeno zakonodajo je kotel lahko »standardni kotel« in »drug kotel«.
f) ki so namenjeni vgradnji v zgradbi ali delno zaščitenem prostoru;
g) ki so namenjeni ogrevanju vode po načelu pretočnosti ali načelu shranjevanja.
Ta evropski standard se uporablja za kotle za zaprte ali odprte vodne sisteme.
OPOMBA: Ta splošni standard in posebni standardi (glej 2. del) določajo zahteve za kotle z znanimi konstrukcijami. V zvezi s kotli z drugačnimi konstrukcijami, ki morda niso v celoti zajeti v tem standardu ali posebnem standardu, je treba oceniti tveganje, povezano z drugačno konstrukcijo.
Primer metodologije ocenjevanja, ki temelji na oceni tveganja, je naveden v točki 11.
Ta evropski standard ni namenjen obravnavi aparatov za povezavo s plinskimi omrežji, v katerih bo kakovost distribuiranega plina med življenjsko dobo aparata verjetno znatno nihala (glej dodatek EE).
Ta evropski standard ni namenjen obravnavi aparatov, zasnovanih in izdelanih za zgorevanje plina, ki vsebuje strupene sestavine.

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
15-Oct-2024
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
12-Jun-2024
Due Date
17-Aug-2024
Completion Date
16-Oct-2024

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Overview

EN 15502-1:2021+A1:2023 (CEN) is the European standard for gas-fired central heating boilers - Part 1: General requirements and tests. It defines common requirements, classification, marking and energy labelling for boilers fitted with atmospheric, fan‑assisted atmospheric or fully premixed burners. This Part 1 is intended to be used together with the specific Part 2 documents (Part 2‑1 and following) and applies to appliance types B and C.

Key scope points:

  • Applies to boilers using one or more combustible gases from the three gas families at pressures per EN 437.
  • Covers boilers where water temperature may be below or above 105 °C and where max water‑side operating pressure ≤ 6 bar.
  • Includes condensing, low‑temperature and standard boilers; instantaneous or storage domestic hot water variants.
  • Applies to sealed and open water systems, intended for indoor or partially protected installation.
  • Excludes appliances for gas networks with highly variable gas quality and boilers burning gases with toxic components (see Annex EE).

Key topics and technical requirements

This standard sets out technical and test requirements across product life cycle and safety domains, for example:

  • Classification, marking & energy labelling - gas families, appliance types, pressure classes.
  • Construction & materials - materials, corrosion durability, insulation and water‑contact materials.
  • Burners & combustion - atmospheric, fan‑assisted and premixed burner requirements and conversion to different gases.
  • Controls & safety devices - gas pressure regulators, ignition, flame supervision, gas/air ratio control, thermostats, remote control.
  • Operational tests - soundness (gas, combustion, water circuits), hydraulic resistance, heat input/output determination, ignition and flame stability, limiting temperatures.
  • Electrical & electromagnetic safety, fan behaviour, drainage, frost protection, and performance for domestic hot water.
  • Risk assessment - Clause 11 gives an example methodology for alternative constructions not fully covered by the standard.

Applications & users

Who uses EN 15502-1:

  • Manufacturers - product design, type testing, documentation, CE/conformity assessment and energy labelling.
  • Testing and certification bodies - standardized test methods and acceptance criteria.
  • Installers and technical specifiers - selecting compliant boilers for buildings and systems.
  • Regulators and compliance officers - aligning national rules with CEN requirements.
  • R&D and safety engineers - assessing alternative constructions and carrying out risk assessments.

Practical uses:

  • Verifying compliance for market access, preparing installation instructions, conducting safety and performance testing, and ensuring compatibility with ecodesign and efficiency labelling requirements.

Related standards

  • EN 15502 Part 2 series (product‑specific requirements and tests) - to be used in conjunction with Part 1.
  • EN 437 - reference and limit gases.
  • CEN/TR 1749:2014 - background on appliance types.

Keywords: EN 15502-1:2021+A1:2023, gas-fired heating boilers, boiler testing, CEN standard, condensing boiler, low temperature boiler, energy labelling, Part 1 general requirements.

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SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Gas-fired heating boilers - Part 1: General requirements and tests". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the common requirements and test methods, as well as the classification, marking and energy labelling of gas-fired central heating boilers that are fitted with atmospheric burners, fan assisted atmospheric burners or fully premixed burners, and are hereafter referred to as “boilers”. This European Standard is to be used in conjunction with the specific Parts 2 (Part 2-1 and following ones). This European Standard applies to boilers of types B and C. NOTE For further background information on appliance types see CEN/TR 1749:2014 [1]. a) that use one or more combustible gases of the three gas families at the pressures stated in EN 437; b) where the temperature of the water is below or above 105 °C during normal operation; c) where the maximum operating pressure in the water circuit does not exceed 6 bar; d) which can give rise to condensation under certain circumstances; e) which are declared in the instructions for installation to be either a "condensing" boiler or a "low temperature boiler" or a "standard boiler" or an "other boiler". If no declaration is given the boiler is to be considered both a "standard boiler" and an "other boiler"; NOTE The Ecodesign Directive defines "other boilers", "low temperature boilers" and "condensing boilers". The Boiler Efficiency Directive defines "standard boilers", "low temperature boilers" and "condensing boilers". Depending on the legislation applied, a boiler can be both "a standard boiler" and an "other boiler"." f) which are intended to be installed inside a building or in a partially protected place; g) which are intended to produce also hot water either by the instantaneous or storage principle as a single unit. This European Standard applies to boilers designed for sealed water systems or for open water systems. NOTE This general standard and the specific standards (see Part 2) provide requirements for boilers with known constructions. For boilers with any alternative constructions, which might not fully be covered by this standard or a specific standard, the risk associated with this alternative construction will need to be assessed. An example of an assessment methodology, based upon risk assessment, is given in Clause 11. This European Standard is not intended to cover appliances intended for connection to gas grids where the quality of the distributed gas is likely to vary to a large extent over the lifetime of the appliance (see Annex EE). This European Standard is not intended to cover appliances designed and constructed to burn gas containing toxic components.

This European Standard specifies the common requirements and test methods, as well as the classification, marking and energy labelling of gas-fired central heating boilers that are fitted with atmospheric burners, fan assisted atmospheric burners or fully premixed burners, and are hereafter referred to as “boilers”. This European Standard is to be used in conjunction with the specific Parts 2 (Part 2-1 and following ones). This European Standard applies to boilers of types B and C. NOTE For further background information on appliance types see CEN/TR 1749:2014 [1]. a) that use one or more combustible gases of the three gas families at the pressures stated in EN 437; b) where the temperature of the water is below or above 105 °C during normal operation; c) where the maximum operating pressure in the water circuit does not exceed 6 bar; d) which can give rise to condensation under certain circumstances; e) which are declared in the instructions for installation to be either a "condensing" boiler or a "low temperature boiler" or a "standard boiler" or an "other boiler". If no declaration is given the boiler is to be considered both a "standard boiler" and an "other boiler"; NOTE The Ecodesign Directive defines "other boilers", "low temperature boilers" and "condensing boilers". The Boiler Efficiency Directive defines "standard boilers", "low temperature boilers" and "condensing boilers". Depending on the legislation applied, a boiler can be both "a standard boiler" and an "other boiler"." f) which are intended to be installed inside a building or in a partially protected place; g) which are intended to produce also hot water either by the instantaneous or storage principle as a single unit. This European Standard applies to boilers designed for sealed water systems or for open water systems. NOTE This general standard and the specific standards (see Part 2) provide requirements for boilers with known constructions. For boilers with any alternative constructions, which might not fully be covered by this standard or a specific standard, the risk associated with this alternative construction will need to be assessed. An example of an assessment methodology, based upon risk assessment, is given in Clause 11. This European Standard is not intended to cover appliances intended for connection to gas grids where the quality of the distributed gas is likely to vary to a large extent over the lifetime of the appliance (see Annex EE). This European Standard is not intended to cover appliances designed and constructed to burn gas containing toxic components.

SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 27.060.30 - Boilers and heat exchangers; 91.140.10 - Central heating systems; 97.100.20 - Gas heaters. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 15502-1:2022/AC:2023, SIST EN 15502-1:2022. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2016/426, 811/2013, 813/2013; Standardization Mandates: M/066, M/535, M/595. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.

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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-december-2024
Nadomešča:
SIST EN 15502-1:2022
SIST EN 15502-1:2022/AC:2023
Plinski kotli za ogrevanje - 1. del: Splošne zahteve in preskusi
Gas-fired heating boilers - Part 1: General requirements and tests
Heizkessel für gasförmige Brennstoffe - Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen und
Prüfungen
Chaudières de chauffage central utilisant les combustibles gazeux - Partie 1: Exigences
générales et essais
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 15502-1:2021+A1:2023
ICS:
27.060.30 Grelniki vode in prenosniki Boilers and heat exchangers
toplote
91.140.10 Sistemi centralnega Central heating systems
ogrevanja
97.100.20 Plinski grelniki Gas heaters
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EN 15502-1:2021+A1
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
December 2023
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 27.060.30; 91.140.10 Supersedes EN 15502-1:2021
English Version
Gas-fired heating boilers - Part 1: General requirements
and tests
Chaudières de chauffage central utilisant les Heizkessel für gasförmige Brennstoffe - Teil 1:
combustibles gazeux - Partie 1: Exigences générales et Allgemeine Anforderungen und Prüfungen
essais
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 25 July 2021 and includes Corrigendum 1 issued by CEN on 7 September 2022
and Amendment approved by CEN on 11 October 2023. This European Standard was corrected and reissued by the CEN-
CENELEC Management Centre on 05 June 2024.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and
United Kingdom.
EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION
COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIO N

EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUN G

CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Rue de la Science 23, B-1040 Brussels
© 2023 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 15502-1:2021+A1:2023 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.

Contents Page
European foreword . 9
Introduction . 11
1 Scope . 12
2 Normative references . 13
3 Terms, definitions and symbols. 15
4 Classification . 36
4.1 Gases and categories . 36
4.2 Mode of air supply and evacuation of the combustion products . 36
4.3 Maximum water-side operating pressure . 36
5 Construction . 36
5.1 General . 36
5.1.1 General requirements . 36
5.1.2 General verfication . 37
5.2 Conversion to different gases . 37
5.3 Materials . 37
5.3.1 General . 37
5.3.2 Materials and thicknesses of walls or tubes with water side operating pressure for
boilers of pressure class-3 . 38
5.3.3 Domestic water connections . 39
5.3.4 Thermal Insulation . 39
5.3.5 Materials in contact with water for human consumption . 39
5.3.6 Durability against corrosion of metallic combustion product circuits . 40
5.4 Method of construction . 41
5.4.1 Design . 41
5.4.2 Checking the state of operation . 42
5.4.3 Use and servicing . 42
5.4.4 Connections to the gas and water pipes . 43
5.4.5 Soundness . 43
5.4.6 Supply of combustion air and evacuation of the combustion products . 44
5.4.7 Dampers . 44
5.4.8 Air proving . 44
5.4.9 Gas/air ratio controls . 45
5.4.10 Fan . 46
5.4.11 Drainage . 46
5.4.12 Operational safety in the event of failure of the auxiliary energy . 46
5.4.13 Special provision for Low Temperature Boilers and Condensing Boilers . 46
5.5 Burners . 47
5.6 Pressure test points . 48
5.7 Requirements for the application of control and safety devices . 48
5.7.1 General. 48
5.7.2 Adjusters and range-rating devices . 48
5.7.3 Gas circuit . 49
5.7.4 Gas pressure regulator . 50
5.7.5 Ignition devices. 51
5.7.6 Flame supervision devices . 51
5.7.7 Gas/air ratio control tubes . 52
5.7.8 Thermostats and water flow temperature limiting devices . 52
5.7.9 Remote control . 53
5.7.10 Expansion vessel and pressure gauge . 54
5.7.11 Protection against frost for boilers intended to be installed in a partially protected
place 54
5.7.12 Adjusting, control and safety devices for the domestic hot water circuit . 55
6 Electrical and electromagnetic safety . 55
7 Controls . 55
7.1 General . 55
7.2 Detailed specifications . 56
7.2.1 Control and safety devices . 56
7.2.2 Valves used in boilers . 56
7.2.3 Not relevant aspects for controls tested in combination with the boiler . 56
7.2.4 Relevant aspects for controls tested in combination with the boiler . 57
7.3 Thermostats and flow temperature limiting devices . 57
7.3.1 General. 57
7.3.2 Construction requirements . 58
7.3.3 Performance . 59
8 Operational requirements . 61
8.1 General . 61
8.1.1 Characteristics of the reference and limit gases . 61
8.1.2 General test conditions . 62
8.2 Soundness . 66
8.2.1 Soundness of the gas circuit . 66
8.2.2 Soundness of the combustion circuit . 67
8.2.3 Soundness of the water circuit . 67
8.2.4 Soundness of the domestic water circuit . 68
8.3 Hydraulic resistance . 68
8.3.1 Requirements . 68
8.3.2 Test conditions . 68
8.4 Heat inputs and heat output . 69
8.4.1 Determination of the nominal heat input or the maximum and minimum heat input
8.4.2 Adjustment of the heat input by the downstream gas pressure . 71
8.4.3 Ignition rate . 71
8.4.4 Nominal output . 71
8.4.5 Verification of the nominal condensing output . 71
8.4.6 Nominal domestic hot water heat input . 72
8.4.7 Water pressure to obtain the nominal heat input for instantaneous combination
boilers . 72
8.4.8 Obtaining the domestic hot water temperature for instantaneous combination
boilers . 72
8.4.9 Heating-up time of the domestic hot water . 73
8.5 Limiting temperatures. 73
8.5.1 General . 73
8.5.2 Limiting temperatures of the adjusting, control and safety devices . 73
8.5.3 Limiting temperatures of the side walls, the front and the top . 74
8.5.4 Limiting temperature of the test panels and the floor . 74
8.6 Ignition, cross lighting, flame stability . 75
8.6.1 General . 75
8.6.2 Limit conditions . 75
8.6.3 Special flue conditions . 76
8.6.4 Reduction of the gas rate of the ignition burner . 77
8.7 Reduction of the gas pressure . 77
8.7.1 Requirements . 77
8.7.2 Test conditions . 77
8.8 Defective closure of the gas valve immediately upstream of the main burner . 77
8.8.1 Requirements . 77
8.8.2 Test conditions . 78
8.9 Pre-purge . 78
8.10 Functioning of a permanent ignition burner when the fan stops during the standby
time 78
8.10.1 Requirements . 78
8.10.2 Test conditions . 78
8.11 Adjustment, control and safety devices . 78
8.11.1 Requirement . 78
8.11.2 Test method for determining the operating temperature range . 78
8.11.3 Combination Boilers . 79
8.11.4 Control devices . 82
8.11.5 Ignition devices. 82
8.11.6 Flame supervision device . 84
8.11.7 Gas pressure regulator . 87
8.11.8 Thermostats and flow temperature limiting devices . 88
8.12 Carbon monoxide . 90
8.12.1 General. 90
8.12.2 Limit conditions. 92
8.12.3 Special conditions . 92
8.12.4 Sooting . 93
8.12.5 Condensate discharge blockage test . 94
8.13 NO . 94
x
8.13.1 Requirement . 94
8.13.2 Test methods . 95
8.13.3 Calculation of emissions of NO in mg/kWh based on GCV . 97
X
8.14 Special provisions for boilers intended to be installed in a partially protected place
8.14.1 Frost protection system for boilers intended to be installed in a partially protected
place 98
8.14.2 Protection against the ingress of rain . 98
8.15 Formation of condensate . 98
8.15.1 Requirements . 98
8.15.2 Test conditions . 98
8.16 Temperature of combustion products . 99
8.16.1 Requirements . 99
8.16.2 Test conditions . 99
8.17 Sound power level L . 99
WA
9 Useful efficiencies . 99
9.1 General . 99
9.1.1 Correction of measured efficiency to reference conditions . 99
9.1.2 Use of the general test conditions . 100
9.2 Useful efficiency at the nominal heat input. 100
9.2.1 Requirements . 100
9.2.2 Tests . 100
9.3 Useful efficiency at part load . 102
9.3.1 Requirements . 102
9.3.2 Tests . 102
9.4 Heat output, Seasonal energy efficiency and energy consumption . 109
9.4.1 Rated heat output (P and P ) . 109
rated 4
9.4.2 Useful heat output at 30% of rated heat output and low-temperature regime (P )
9.4.3 Useful efficiency (GCV) at rated heat output and high-temperature regime (η ) 109
9.4.4 Useful efficiency (GCV) at 30% of rated heat output and low-temperature regime
(η1) 110
9.4.5 Ignition burner power consumption (GCV) (P ) . 110
ign
9.4.6 Calculation of the seasonal space heating energy efficiency (η ) . 110
s
9.4.7 Calculation of the annual energy consumption for space heating (Q ) (GCV) . 112
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9.4.8 Water heating energy efficiency and energy consumption of combination boilers for
water heating mode . 112
10 Electric auxiliary energy . 113
10.1 Auxiliary energy consumption . 113
10.1.1 General . 113
10.1.2 System boundaries . 113
10.1.3 Auxiliary energy at nominal heat input . 113
10.1.4 Auxiliary energy at part load . 114
10.1.5 Auxiliary energy at stand-by . 114
10.2 Auxiliary electricity consumption measurements required for eco-design and
labelling regulations . 114
10.2.1 General . 114
10.2.2 System boundaries . 114
10.2.3 Auxiliary electricity consumption [kW] at nominal heat input . 115
10.2.4 Auxiliary electricity consumption at part load [kW] . 115
10.2.5 Auxiliary electricity consumption at stand by [kW] . 115
11 Risk assessment . 115
12 Marking and instructions . 116
12.1 Boiler marking . 116
12.1.1 Data plate . 116
12.1.2 Markings related to the state of adjustment . 117
12.1.3 Packaging . 117
12.1.4 Warnings notices on the boiler and the packaging . 117
12.1.5 Other information . 118
12.2 Instructions . 119
12.2.1 Instructions for installation . 119
12.2.2 Instructions for use and servicing . 124
12.2.3 Conversion instructions . 124
12.3 Presentation . 125
Annex A (normative) Properties of carbon and stainless steels . 133
Annex B (normative) Minimum requirements for cast iron . 134
Annex C (normative) Parts in aluminium and aluminium alloys . 135
Annex D (normative) Parts in copper or copper alloys . 136
Annex E (normative) Minimum thicknesses for rolled parts . 137
Annex F (normative) Nominal minimum thicknesses of boiler sections of cast materials
under water pressure . 138
Annex G (normative) Parameters for welded joints and welding processes . 139
Annex H (informative) Examples of the composition of the gas circuit according to 5.7.3.2
Annex I (informative) Compilation of the test conditions for the various gas families . 153
Annex J (normative) Calculation of conversions of NOx . 155
Annex K (informative) Example of calculation of the weighting factors NOx . 157
Annex L (informative) Practical method of calibrating the test rig to enable the heat loss
Dp to be determined . 159
Annex M (informative) Means of determining the ignition time at full rate . 160
Annex N (informative) Determination of the heat losses from the test rig of the indirect
method and the contributions of the circulating pump of the test rig . 161
Annex O (informative) Example of a risk assessment method. 162
Annex P (informative) Examples of risk assessment with a method described in Annex O165
Annex Q (informative) Realisation of a protective measure. 170
Annex R (informative) Overall classification of a basic risk . 172
Annex S (informative) Not exhaustive list of classification examples . 175
Annex T (normative) Correction for the determined efficiency in the low water
temperature test of low temperature boilers (LTB) and condensing boilers (CB) . 178
Annex U (normative) Use of test gases . 180
Annex V (informative) Alternative method for heat output as enthalpy difference. 181
Annex AA (informative) Product Information related to Eco-design Regulation and
Labelling Regulation . 184
Annex AB (informative) Variations in gas quality . 188
Annex AC (normative) Non-exhaustive list of materials used in contact with drinking water
Annex ZA (informative) Left empty on purpose . 195
Annex ZB (informative) Clauses of this European Standard addressing the methods for the
verification of the efficiency of the EU Directive 92/42/EEC, relating to the efficiency of new
hot boilers with an output of 4 – 400 kW . 196
Annex ZC (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the ecodesign
requirements of Commission Regulation (EU) No 813/2013 L 239/136 aimed to be covered
Annex ZD (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the energy
labelling requirements of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 811/2013 L 239/1
aimed to be covered . 200
Annex ZE (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the essential
requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/426 of the European Parliament and of the Council
of 9 March 2016 on appliances burning gaseous fuels and repealing Directive 2009/142/EC
aimed to be covered . 203
Bibliography . 213

European foreword
This document (EN 15502-1:2021+A1:2023) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 109
“Central heating boilers using gaseous fuels”, the secretariat of which is held by NEN.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by June 2024, and conflicting national standards shall be
withdrawn at the latest by June 2024.
The start and finish of text introduced or altered by corrigendum is indicated in the text by tags ˜™.
This document supersedes !EN 15502-1:2021".
This document includes Amendment 1, approved by CEN on 2023-10-11.
The start and finish of text introduced or altered by amendment is indicated in the text by tags !"
!deleted paragraphs"
EN 15502 consists of the following parts under the general title “Gas-fired heating boilers":
— Part 1: General requirements and tests (this standard);
— Part 2-1: Specific standard for type C appliances and type B2, B3 and B5 appliances of a nominal heat
input not exceeding 1 000 kW;

Part 2-2: Specific standard for type B1 appliances.
This document is to be used in conjunction with the specific Parts 2.
This document has been prepared under mandates M89/6 and M066, given to CEN by the European
Commission and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements as meant in
article 3 of EU Directive 2009/142/EC, relating to appliances burning gaseous fuels and the verification
methods valid for production and measurements, as meant in article 5.2 of EU Directive 92/42/EEC,
relating to the efficiency requirements for new hot water boilers fired with liquid or gaseous fuels, with
an output of 4 – 400 kW.
This document has been prepared under the mandates M/534 and M/535, given to CEN by the European
Commission and the European Free Trade Association to provide a means of conforming to:
— requirements of Commission Regulation (EC) No 813/2013 of 2 August 2013 implementing Directive
2009/125/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to ecodesign requirements
for space heaters and combination heaters;
— requirements of Commission Delegated Regulation (EC) No 811/2013 of 18 February 2013
supplementing Directive 2010/30/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to
energy labelling of space heaters, combination heaters, packages of space heater, temperature
control and solar device and packages of combination heater, temperature control and solar device.
For relationship with EU Directive(s) and Commission Regulations, see informative Annexes ZB, ZC and
ZD, ZE which are integral parts of this document.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards body.
A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland,
Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North
Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United
Kingdom.
Introduction
The basic function of gas-fired heating boiler is to generate heat by direct heat transfer in a heat
exchanger, from the combustion gasses to the water.
The boiler can include in one design more than one function. It can include for example:
— a sanitary hot water function;
— a function to supply the combustion air from the outside/open air;
— a function to dispose the combustion products to the outside/open air.
The boiler design can be supplied to the market in more than one part. If the boiler is supplied to the
market in multiple parts, the boiler is the assembly of various parts according to the instructions for
installation.
Boilers can be designed to be connected to specific parts of a building. Connection to a chimney and the
means of combustion air supply is particularly relevant.
This document is a first part of a series of standards that will describe the special requirements for
specific appliance types of the boiler. This European Standard contains the common requirements that
are applicable for the majority of the appliance types of the boiler.
Matters related to quality assurance systems, tests during production, and certificates of conformity of
auxiliary devices are not dealt with in this series of European Standards.
1 Scope
This document specifies the common requirements and test methods, as well as the classification,
marking and energy labelling of gas-fired central heating boilers that are fitted with atmospheric burners,
fan assisted atmospheric burners or fully premixed burners, and are hereafter referred to as “boilers”.
This document is to be used in conjunction with the specific Parts 2 (Part 2-1, Part 2-2 and following
ones).
This document applies to boilers of types B and C:
NOTE For further background information on appliance types see EN 1749:2020.
a) that use one or more combustible gases of the three gas families at the pressures stated in EN
437:2021;
b) where the temperature of the water does not exceed 105 °C during normal operation;
c) where the maximum operating pressure in the water circuit does not exceed 6 bar;
d) which can give rise to condensation under certain circumstances;
e) which are declared in the instructions for installation to be either a "condensing" boiler or a "low
temperature boiler" or a "standard boiler" or an "other boiler". If no declaration is given the boiler is
to be considered both a "standard boiler" and an "other boiler";
f) which are intended to be installed inside a building or in a partially protected place;
g) which are intended to produce also hot water either by the instantaneous or storage principle as a
single unit.
This document applies to boilers designed for sealed water systems or for open water systems.
NOTE This general standard and the specific standards (see Part 2) provide requirements for boilers with known
constructions. For boilers with any alternative constructions, which might not fully be covered by this standard or a specific
standard, the risk associated with this alternative construction will need to be assessed.
An example of an assessment methodology, based upon risk assessment, is given in Clause 11.
This document is not intended to cover appliances intended for connection to gas grids where the quality
of the distributed gas is likely to vary to a large extent over the lifetime of the appliance (see Annex AB).
This document does not cover all the requirements for :
aa) appliances above 1000 kW;
ab) appliances designed and constructed to burn gas containing carbon monoxide or other toxic
components;
ac) appliance having a supplementary heater.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 88-1:2011+A1:2016, Pressure regulators and associated safety devices for gas appliances - Part 1:
Pressure regulators for inlet pressures up to and including 50 kPa
EN 125:2010+A1:2015, Flame supervision devices for gas burning appliances - Thermoelectric flame
supervision devices
EN 126:2012, Multifunctional controls for gas burning appliances
EN 161:2011+A3:2013, Automatic shut-off valves for gas burners and gas appliances
EN 298:2012, Automatic burner control systems for burners and appliances burning gaseous or liquid fuels
EN 437:2021, Test gases - Test pressures - Appliance categories
EN 573-1:2004, Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Chemical composition and form of wrought products -
Part 1: Numerical designation system EN 1057:2006+A1:2010, Copper and copper alloys - Seamless, round
copper tubes for water and gas in sanitary and heating applications
EN 1092-1:2018, Flanges and their joints —- Circular flanges for pipes, valves, fittings and accessories, PN
designated – Part 1: Steel flanges
EN 1092-2:1997, Flanges and their joints - Circular flanges for pipes, valves, fittings and accessories, PN
designated - Part 2: Cast iron flanges
EN 1092-3:2003, Flanges and their joints - Circular flanges for pipes, valves, fittings and accessories, PN
designated - Part 3: Copper alloy flanges
EN 1092-4:2002, Flanges and their joints - Circular flanges for pipes, valves, fittings and accessories, PN
designated - Part 4: Aluminium alloy flanges
EN 1561:2011, Founding - Grey cast irons
EN 1749:2020, Classification of gas appliances according to the method of supplying combustion air and of
evacuation of the combustion products
EN 1856-1:2009, Chimneys - Requirements for metal chimneys - Part 1: System chimney products
EN 10029:2010, Hot-rolled steel plates 3 mm thick or above - Tolerances on dimensions and shape
EN 10088-1:2014, Stainless steels - Part 1: List of stainless steels EN 10226-1:2004, Pipe threads where
pressure tight joints are made on the threads - Part 1: Taper external threads and parallel internal threads
- Dimensions, tolerances and designation
EN 10226-2:2005, Pipe threads where pressure tight joints are made on the threads - Part 2: Taper external
threads and taper internal threads - Dimensions, tolerances and designation
EN 12067-2:2004, Gas/air ratio controls for gas burners and gas burning appliances - Part 2: Electronic
types
EN 13203-1:2015, Gas fired domestic appliances producing hot water - Part 1: Assessment of
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La norme SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024 établit des exigences générales et des méthodes d'essai pour les chaudières à gaz, spécifiquement celles équipées de brûleurs atmosphériques, de brûleurs atmosphériques assistés par ventilateur ou de brûleurs entièrement prémélangés. Cette norme vise à assurer une harmonisation au sein de l'Union européenne, garantissant ainsi la sécurité et l'efficacité des chaudières à gaz. L'une des principales forces de cette norme réside dans son champ d'application étendu, englobant non seulement les chaudières de types B et C, mais aussi celles qui fonctionnent à partir de plusieurs gaz combustibles. Elle fournit également des spécifications précises concernant les températures de fonctionnement et les pressions maximales, ce qui est crucial pour le développement et l'évaluation des appareils de chauffage. De plus, la norme aborde les enjeux liés à la condensation, permettant une classification claire des chaudières en tant que chaudières à condensation, à basse température, chaudières standard ou autres. Cette classification favorise une meilleure compréhension des caractéristiques de chaque appareil et permet aux utilisateurs de faire des choix éclairés. Un aspect notable de cette norme est sa complémentarité avec les parties spécifiques, facilitant ainsi l'intégration des exigences dans le cadre global de la régulation énergétique. La norme préconise l'utilisation conjointe des standards spécifiques, ce qui augmente la pertinence des tests et des évaluations pour des installations de chaudières. En outre, la mise en place d'une méthodologie d'évaluation des risques pour les constructions alternées assure une flexibilité tout en répondant aux impératifs de sécurité, rendant cette norme hautement pertinente dans un contexte où l'innovation et les nouvelles technologies émergent rapidement dans le secteur des chaudières à gaz. Enfin, bien que la norme exclue certaines catégories d'appareils, comme ceux conçus pour brûler des gaz toxiques ou ceux destinés à être raccordés aux réseaux de gaz, cela témoigne d'une approche ciblée qui vise à garantir que seuls les appareils les plus sûrs et les plus efficaces soient couverts par ses dispositions. En somme, la norme SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024 est un document essentiel, renforçant la sécurité, l'efficacité énergétique et la durabilité des chaudières à gaz sur le marché européen.

SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024 표준은 가스 연료 난방 보일러의 일반 요구 사항 및 시험 방법을 규정하고 있습니다. 이 표준은 대기식 연소기, 팬 보조 대기식 연소기 또는 완전 혼합형 연소기가 장착된 가스 연료 중앙 난방 보일러에 대한 일반 요구사항을 명시하고 있으며, 효율적인 에너지 사용 및 안전성을 높이는 데 중요한 역할을 합니다. 이 표준의 범위는 B 및 C 유형의 보일러에 적용되며, EN 437에서 규정한 압력의 세 가지 가스 계열을 사용하는 보일러를 포함합니다. 또한, 이 표준은 물의 온도가 정상 작동 중 105도를 초과하거나 미만인 경우와 최대 작동 압력이 6바를 초과하지 않는 조건의 보일러에 대해 적용됩니다. 이는 보일러의 설계 및 사용에 대한 포괄적인 기준을 제공하여, 제조업체와 사용자 모두에게 유용한 지침이 됩니다. SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024의 강점 중 하나는 다양한 유형의 보일러를 포괄적으로 다룬다는 점입니다. 보일러가 "응축형", "저온형", "표준형" 또는 "기타 보일러"로 분류될 수 있는 명확한 지침을 제공하여, 사용자가 적절한 보일러를 선택할 수 있도록 돕습니다. 또한, 이 표준은 보일러의 설치 지침에서 언급된 경우에만 해당 분류를 적용할 수 있도록 하여, 보다 명확한 설치 방향성을 제공합니다. 이 표준은 또한 개방형 또는 밀폐형 수조 시스템을 위한 설계를 포함하며, 따르는 특정 부분과 함께 사용될 수 있습니다. 이는 제조 과정에서 잠재적인 위험을 평가할 수 있는 방법론을 제시함으로써, 대체 구조를 가진 보일러에 대한 보다 안전한 접근 방식을 제안합니다. SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024은 가스 배급망에 연결되어 가스 품질이 상당히 변동할 가능성이 있는 장치나 유독 성분이 포함된 가스를 연소하도록 설계된 장치는 포함하지 않도록 명시하여, 특정 안전 기준을 유지할 수 있도록 합니다. 이로 인해 사용자는 권장되는 보일러 유형을 이해하고, 상황에 맞는 안전한 설치 및 사용 방법을 확보할 수 있습니다. 결론적으로, SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024 표준은 가스 연료 난방 보일러의 설계 및 설치에 필수적인 지침을 제공하며, 관련 법규와 함께 사용할 때 그 유용성이 극대화됩니다. 이 표준을 통해 제조업체 및 사용자 모두가 안전하고 효과적인 난방 솔루션을 확보할 수 있습니다.

SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024は、ガス焚き暖房ボイラーに関するEUの標準規格であり、その適用範囲は非常に広範です。この標準は、主に大気燃焼器、ファンアシスト型大気燃焼器、完全混合燃焼器を備えたガス中央暖房ボイラーの一般的要件および試験方法を明確に定義しています。 この標準の強みは、ボイラーの分類、マーク付け、エネルギーラベリングについても詳細に規定している点です。これにより、消費者や業者は製品を容易に識別し、エネルギー効率の観点から適切な選択が行えるようになります。特に、ボイラーが「コンデンシングボイラー」や「低温ボイラー」として位置づけられることができ、設置および使用における効率性や安全性を確保するための重要な基準を提供しています。 また、この標準はB型およびC型のボイラーに適用されるため、幅広い製品に対応しています。さらに、封入水システムまたは開放水システム用に設計されたボイラーにも適用されることから、多様な使用条件をカバーしている点が際立っています。 加えて、特定の構成に基づくボイラーに関する具体的な基準(パート2)との組み合わせにより、標準の有効性がさらに高まっています。このように、SIST EN 15502-1は製造業者に対して、安全で効率的なボイラーの設計および製造を促進するための重要なフレームワークを提供しています。 ただし、この標準にはガス供給網に接続される用途は含まれず、また有毒成分を含むガスを燃焼するために設計された機器に対しても適用されない点には注意が必要です。これにより、特定の環境や安全基準に対するリスクが軽減され、適切な製品開発が期待されます。 全体として、SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024は、ガス焚き暖房ボイラーの設計における必須の標準であり、その規定は業界全体に対して高い関連性を持ち続けています。

The SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024 standard serves as a comprehensive framework for gas-fired heating boilers, establishing critical requirements and test methods essential for safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance. Its scope encompasses general requirements for boilers equipped with various burner types, including atmospheric burners, fan-assisted atmospheric burners, and fully premixed burners, identifying them collectively as "boilers." One of the standard's notable strengths is its clear delineation of the applicability to types B and C boilers, all of which must function reliably within specified operational parameters, including the utilization of combustible gases from three distinct gas families. The inclusivity of both high and low-temperature water operation below and above 105 °C expands its relevance in diverse installation contexts. Furthermore, the definition and classification of boilers, whether designated as "condensing," "low temperature," "standard," or "other," align with the Ecodesign Directive and Boiler Efficiency Directive, ensuring coherence with regulatory frameworks. The standard’s emphasis on functionality extends to the boiler's operational capabilities, ensuring that these units can effectively provide hot water through both the instantaneous and storage principles, as well as accommodating installation in buildings or partially protected environments. This adaptability enhances its utility in various residential and commercial settings, addressing a broad market need. Additionally, the incorporation of safety considerations through the risk assessment methodology exemplifies the standard’s commitment to addressing potential challenges associated with non-standard boiler constructions. This proactive approach positions the standard as a crucial reference for manufacturers and installers aiming to maintain compliance while navigating the complexities of alternative constructions. The exclusion of appliances intended for use with gas quantities that may significantly vary over their operational lifespan, as well as those designed to combust gases containing toxic components, further refines the focus of this standard. By setting these boundaries, it prioritizes user safety and product integrity. In conclusion, the SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024 standard is a vital document that not only fosters consistency in the manufacturing and testing of gas-fired heating boilers but also aligns with existing European regulations, thereby enhancing its relevance in the marketplace.

Die Norm SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024 legt die allgemeinen Anforderungen und Prüfmethoden für gasbeheizte Heizkessel fest, die mit atmosphärischen Brennern, druckunterstützten atmosphärischen Brennern oder vollgemischten Brennern ausgestattet sind. Diese europäische Norm ist besonders relevant für Heizkessel der Typen B und C und bietet einen umfassenden Rahmen für die Klassifizierung, Kennzeichnung und Energiekennzeichnung dieser Geräte. Ein zentraler Stärke dieser Norm ist ihre weitreichende Anwendbarkeit auf eine Vielzahl von Brenntypen, die ein oder mehrere brennbare Gase der drei Gasfamilien nutzen. Die Norm behandelt wichtige technische Aspekte, wie maximale Betriebstemperaturen, Druckverhältnisse in Wasseranlagen (maximal 6 bar) sowie die Möglichkeit der Kondensatbildung. Dies gewährleistet, dass sowohl die Sicherheit als auch die Effizienz von Heizkesseln berücksichtigt werden. Ein weiterer positiver Aspekt ist die klare Definition der verschiedenen Brennerarten und ihrer Einstufung, die für die Markttransparenz essenziell ist. Durch die Festlegung von spezifischen Anforderungen für Kessel, die für den Betrieb in geschlossenen oder offenen Wassersystemen konzipiert sind, wird zudem auf die unterschiedlichen Installationsbedürfnisse eingegangen. Die Norm bringt auch Klarheit über die Klassifizierungen wie "Niedertemperaturkessel" und "Kondensationskessel", was die Einhaltung der Ökodesign-Richtlinie und der Boiler Efficiency Directive unterstützt. Die Norm bietet darüber hinaus wertvolle Informationen über alternative Konstruktionen von Heizkesseln, indem sie erläutert, dass für diese eine Risikoanalyse notwendig ist, wenn sie nicht vollständig durch die Norm abgedeckt werden. Diese Herangehensweise fördert eine verantwortungsvolle Innovation im Bereich der Heiztechnologie und stellt sicher, dass alle Produkte, die den Markt erreichen, den erforderlichen Sicherheitsstandards entsprechen. Die Norm SIST EN 15502-1:2022+A1:2024 ist also sowohl für Hersteller als auch für Installateure von entscheidender Bedeutung, da sie dir Grundlage für die Entwicklung und Bewertung von Heizkesseln im Einklang mit den europäischen Vorgaben bietet. Ihre klare Struktur und umfassende Abdeckung spezifischer Anforderungen stützen die Bemühungen um Energieeffizienz und Sicherheit in der Heiztechnik.