UFO heater operating instructions. What is a UFO infrared heater? Overview of common models
UFO heaters
UFO 1400 heaters are used for both general and local heating of all types of premises. Recommended for use in apartments, children's rooms, offices, cafes, banks, hospitals, schools, sports and exhibition halls, as well as greenhouses under glass.
Infrared heaters UFO 1800 are used for heating all types of premises, such as shops, warehouses, apartments, sports and exhibition halls, production workshops, greenhouses under film. They are used for general, additional and local heating, to protect against drafts in rooms where doors are often opened.
UFO 2200 heaters are designed for general or local heating of any type of premises. Ideal for heating stores; warehouses; gyms; exhibition halls and production workshops; playrooms and bedrooms in children's rooms preschool institutions; maternity and operating rooms of medical institutions and sanatoriums.
Infrared heaters UFO 2600 are used primarily for heating factories, warehouses, sports complexes, and churches. Almost instantaneous heat transfer makes it more efficient compared to traditional heating systems.
UFO 3000 heaters are used mainly for heating open or semi-open areas (verandas of cafes and restaurants, terraces, balconies). When installed in an open space, they do not require special protection. Used for local heating inside large rooms. These heaters are also used as industrial heaters for heating the entire or a specific area of premises, production workshops, factories, industrial warehouses, gyms.
Prices (UFO LINE model range)
Prices (model range UFO CLASSIC)
Retail prices for UFO heaters are the same throughout Ukraine.
FEATURES “UFO”, “UFO/GOLD”, “UFO/BABY”, “UFO/BATHROOM”, “UFO/TYY”
- Doesn't call headache
- Does not create odor
- No danger of poisoning
- Prevents the formation of dampness
- Positive effects of the UFO radiation heating system from a medical point of view for respiratory diseases
- Physiotherapy
The combustion process used in any heating system uses up oxygen, and if the room is not properly ventilated, the oxygen content of the air is reduced, resulting in headaches for occupants of the room.
The UFO radiation heating system does not consume oxygen for heating, and therefore does not cause headaches.
In enclosed spaces heated by solid fuel stoves, catalytic and radiator heating systems, odor occurs due to the fact that dust particles and microorganisms suspended in the air, in contact with the heat source, burn. This is one of the inevitable consequences of using traditional heating systems. The air circulation that occurs in the room as a result of the movement of heated air molecules raises dust particles and microparticles invisible to the eye, and, as already mentioned, they fall on the elements of the heating system, burn and give off an unpleasant odor.
Since the UFO radiant heating system does not use air as a heat transmitter, there is no circulation, therefore no odor and no deterioration of indoor air quality.
How to use solid fuel stoves as a result of incomplete combustion, it forms carbon monoxide(CO), which causes poisoning, and in heating systems using liquefied gas, with incomplete combustion fuel, resulting from a decrease in oxygen content in the air, also poses a threat of poisoning.
Since the UFO radiant heating system uses electricity and does not consume oxygen for heating, there is no danger of poisoning.
Dampness is the concentration of water vapor in the air above a certain level. And the smell, which we call the “smell of dampness,” is the smell spread by microorganisms and bacteria invisible to the eye that live and multiply in a damp environment.
The UFO radiation heating system, deeply heating the room, evaporates dampness, prevents its re-formation, and also prevents the formation of particles and microorganisms, thereby preventing the appearance of a “damp smell”. In addition, the proverb “No doctor comes into a house where the sun shines” is also true for the UFO radiation heating system.
People suffering from respiratory diseases must breathe clean, oxygenated air.
Heating systems 0by means of “UFO” radiation during the heating process do not consume oxygen, do not deteriorate the quality of air in the room and create a hygienic environment, thereby creating comfortable conditions for people suffering from respiratory diseases.
In physiotherapy rooms, therapeutic exercises are carried out, and sore areas of the body are heated with infrared radiation.
Radiation heating systems "UFO" using infrared radiation, provide deep heating, which accelerates blood circulation, relaxes muscles, which makes it easier to perform exercises. In addition, the use of the system has a positive effect on pain in muscles and joints. In particular, it is used in the treatment of lumbar hernia, rheumatism, and diseases of the sciatic nerve.
Advantages of the UFO heating system
- Energy savings 82%,
- Warms primarily people and objects,
- Provides useful, environmentally friendly and economical heating,
- Warms the necessary areas in the room,
- Ideal for use in areas where temporary heating is required,
- Warms open areas,
- Warms in windy weather
- Warms hard-to-reach areas
- Provides fast heat transfer (27 seconds),
- Wind and drafts do not affect heating,
- Heat can be applied directionally
- The system is easy to install,
- Easy to use,
- Do not cause unpleasant or harmful odors,
- Works silently
- Doesn't dry out the air
- Doesn't cause headaches
- Does not reduce oxygen levels in the room,
- Compared to other heating systems, they do not create the risk of poisoning and fire,
- Prevents the appearance of microorganisms and bacteria
In other words, the UFO radiation heating system creates a clean and healthy environment, provides comfortable heating, without causing harm to human health.
Models of infrared heaters UFO are used both in living conditions(heating an apartment, house or cottage), and in industrial (heating construction sites, industrial premises).
IR radiation does not heat the air in the room, as convectors do, but the room itself and the objects in it. Thus, there is no unnecessary heat loss. In this case, heating occurs from the inside, and not on the surface, which also indicates the high efficiency of UFO infrared heaters.
The UFO model range is represented by the following names:
UFO Line Series
Heaters of the Line series are suitable for both domestic and industrial use(offices, shops). Possess stylish design and high efficiency in open and semi-open areas.
Models UFO Line
- UFO Line 1200
- UFO Line 1800
- UFO Line 2300
- UFO Line 3000
- UFO Black Line
UFO Star Series
Universal heaters equipped with a thermostat, which allows you to flexibly adjust the heating temperature depending on the season and needs.
UFO Star models
- UFO Star 2300
- UFO Star 3000
UFO Basic series
The Basic series is currently represented by only one heater, UFO Basic 1800, with a power of 1.8 kW, capable of heating a room with an area of 12-18 m2. Can be used in open and closed areas.
Industrial series UFO TYY
A special series of infrared heaters with increased power and relatively small sizes, adapted for industrial and construction sites. They are capable of providing local and general heating indoors and outdoors up to 90 sq.m.
An infrared heater is a common type of equipment for autonomous heating, which during operation does not increase the ambient temperature, but heats objects directly located in the operating area.
This article discusses heaters from UFO, the most popular manufacturer of IR equipment in Russia. We will talk about their design and operating principle, advantages and disadvantages, and also provide an overview of the most popular heater models.
To ensure that multidirectional waves of thermal radiation do not propagate throughout the room chaotically, but are directed to a specific heating zone, all devices are equipped with a deflector. The deflector is a reflective surface that covers the inner walls of the heater housing.
The safe operation of UFO heaters is ensured by the presence of overheat protection functions and automatic shutdown when tipped over. Also available metal grid, which covers the heating element, which is extremely important if there are small children in the house.
1.1 Pros and cons
Among the operational advantages of infrared heaters from the Ural Federal District, we highlight their high operating efficiency. When turned on, the device begins to heat objects located in the operating area almost instantly - you do not have to wait until the air in the room warms up to feel comfortable.
Drafts have no effect on the efficiency of the IR heater; it can heat you up both in the building and on the street with equal success. Also, such devices do not dry the air, they do not burn oxygen like oil radiators and convectors, and are completely safe in sanitary terms.
We also note the compact size of the heaters; they can be placed on the floor (a special stand is included), mounted on the wall or mounted on the ceiling. The light weight allows the unit to be securely fixed even on a weak-bearing plasterboard wall.
It has equipment from the Ural Federal District and a number of operational shortcomings typical of all infrared heaters. The main one is uneven heating - so, if a person is in a heating zone, then only his face will heat up (or a part of the body turned towards the heater), while the back of his head will remain cold. This can cause headaches, which many users of this technology complain about.
1.2 What is good about the UFO infrared heater? (video)
2 Overview of common models
The UFO company's product range includes 8 series of infrared heaters:
- UFO Inox 1200;
- UFO Home;
- UFO Star;
- UFO Carbon Black Line;
- UFO PS 1400;
- UFO Line:
- UFO TTY.
Let's consider each the lineup in more detail.
2.1 UFO Inox 1200 and Basic 1800
The equipment of these series has practically no design differences. All units are made in a traditional silver aluminum case with plastic covers at the ends. They meet the IP34 protection class, which indicates that the housing is splash-resistant.
Such devices can be used not only indoors (apartments, offices, shops, garages), but also outdoors - in cafeterias, on terraces and open areas, as they are not afraid of rain. Special design The housing allows you to mount the device on the leg of street umbrellas.
These heaters can be installed in both vertical and horizontal positions. Let's look at their technical characteristics:
- UFO Inox 1200 - power 1200 W, heating area: outdoors - 8 m2, in a building - 12 m2;
- UFO Basic 1800 - power 1800 W, heating area: outdoors - 12 m2, in a building - 18 m2.
The cost of the UFO Basic 1800 model is 1,700 rubles, UFO Inox - 1,400 rubles. The UFO Basic 1800 comes complete with a special leg on which you can attach 3 heaters, thereby providing 360-degree heating of the space.
2.2 UFO Home and UFO Star
Home series equipment is intended for home use. These are devices with a power of 1800 W, capable of heating a building with an area of up to 18 m2. Characteristic feature This line is equipped with a built-in thermostat that allows you to regulate the heating temperature, thereby saving energy.
The Star series is aimed at use in open and semi-outdoor areas. The line includes devices with a power from 1800 to 3000 W, designed to heat an area of 12-20 m2 (when installed in a building - up to 30 m2). The units are subject to both floor and wall mounting. A remote control is included with the devices. remote control.
Star heaters differ from the Home line large sizes. They are quite bulky (sizes start from 19*86*9 cm), which limits the possibility of their use in small rooms.
2.3 UFO Line and Black Line
UFO Line heaters differ from analogues in their increased service life; all devices in the series are designed for 8-10 years of use. At the same time, the manufacturer provides a 2-year warranty on the equipment. A special feature of the line is the absence of thermostat control buttons on the body; its adjustment is carried out using the remote control.
The Black Line line includes devices in a black housing, capable of operating in the power range of 1300-2600 W. Specifications allow the equipment to heat rooms with an area of 13-26 m2; when installed outdoors, the effective working area is 9-18 m2.
Infrared heaters are an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fuel heaters. In contrast, infrared heaters can heat a larger area without burning oxygen or emitting harmful gases. The infrared lamp emits infrared rays at the focus of a parabolic reflector, which forms a concentrated heat beam, directing it forward.
The main advantage of the system infrared heating the fact that the generated heat is not dissipated in the air of the room, but is directed directly to objects and people.
Selection of infrared heaters
The range of infrared heaters on the market is represented by the following companies: Frico (Sweden), MO-EL (Italy), Pyrox (Norway), NNR (Turkey, TM UFO), SUNNY (Turkey), Noirot (France), Sensei (China). Heating devices from each manufacturer have their own characteristics. Let's look at some of them below.
UFO
UFO infrared heaters begin to warm up within 30 seconds of being turned on, heating people and objects in the room, not the air itself. The manufacturer emphasizes that UFO heaters do not dry out the air and do not absorb oxygen, as a result of which the well-being of the residents does not deteriorate. In addition, UFO infrared heaters can also be used in drafts or outdoors, for example, on a terrace or in a garden. Moreover, the latest line of heaters Line 3000 UK is equipped with remote controls.
The UFO brand represents four lines of infrared heaters on the market. They differ technical capabilities(in particular, different power and range) and, accordingly, price.
Four models of UFO infrared heaters:
UFO Line 1800
Power: 1800 kW
Dimensions: 19x86x9 cm
Indoor heating area: 18 sq. m
Outdoor heating area: 12 sq. m
Price (without leg): 1032 UAH.
Leg price: 240 UAH.
Warranty: 48 months
UFO Star 2300
UFO Star infrared heaters are used for heating individual zones in the house or general heating of the room. Job heating element UFOStar line is designed for 6000 hours.
SpecificationsUFO Star 2300:
Power: 2300 W
Dimensions: 19x86x9 cm
Indoor heating area: 23 sq. m
Outdoor heating area: 16 sq. m
Price (without leg): 966 UAH.
Leg price: 240 UAH.
Warranty: 24 months
UFO Line 3000 UK
This new line infrared heaters UFO Line 3000 UK, which can be used for both general and local heating of a room. UFO Line 3000 UK devices come with a remote control, are equipped with a programmable timer and allow you to adjust the heating power (1800 W, 2100 W, 2400 W, 2700 W or 3000 W). But UFO Line 3000 UK does not have the function of adjusting the temperature using a thermostat.
SpecificationsUFO Line 3000 UK:
Power: 3000 kW
Dimensions: 19x112x9 cm
Indoor heating area: 30 sq. m
Outdoor heating area: 20 sq. m
Price (without leg): 1500 UAH.
Leg price: 240 UAH.
Warranty: 48 months
SUNNY
SUNNY infrared heaters are suitable for heating homes, cottages and garages. They operate almost silently and are easy to transport and install. Heaters can be mounted on a wall, ceiling or telescopic leg. The advantage of this type of system is that, among other things, it prevents the appearance of microorganisms and bacteria.
Infrared heater SUNNY AT 1400
Power: 1400 W
Dimensions: 10x16x86 cm
Weight: 3 kg
Indoor heating area: 14 sq. m
Outdoor heating area: 8 sq. m
Warranty: 2 years
Noirot Royat
NOIROT is a French company, one of the world's largest manufacturers of heating equipment. Its product range includes more than 40 types of heaters. They differ in heating method, power, size and other technical parameters. Infrared heaters of the Noirot brand, like heaters from other companies, have the same advantages - they quickly warm people indoors or outdoors, do not dry out the air and do not worsen the well-being of users, unlike the same electric heaters. In addition, they can be mounted with a rotation angle of 30 °C.
The Noirot Royat 2 1800 heater is equipped with a convenient power level switch (450, 900, 1800 W), which allows you to reduce the maximum load on the electrical network or use this heater even for small rooms. Depending on the location of the heater, the power switch can be installed on the right or left.
Electric infrared heater Noirot Royat 2 1800
Power: 450W, 900W, 1800W
Dimensions: 550×120×110 mm
Weight: 1.5
Indoor heating area: 20 sq. m
Outdoor heating area: 15 sq. m
Price: 970 UAH.
Infrared heater Sensei NS-TH03
Power: 650W, 1350W, 2000W
Dimensions: 535x490x250 mm
Recommended room area: 20 sq. m
Weight: 8.6 kg
Warranty: 12 months
Estimated price: $135
MO-EL
Heaters from the Italian company MO-EL have a jet-proof design (protection class IP 65), which allows them to be used in rooms with high humidity or on the street. At the same time, the absence of protective glass, according to the manufacturer, increases heating efficiency by 15% compared to similar models from other manufacturers. In addition, MO-EL infrared heaters are shock-resistant - they are equipped with silicone shock absorbers that protect the lamps from shaking and small shocks. The emitted color is white.
When compared with heaters from the above-mentioned manufacturers, MO-EL heaters emit heat immediately after switching on, and not after 30 seconds. What is important is that infrared devices of this brand are dustproof and protected from jets of water. In addition, they are adapted to voltage changes, and the lamp life is at least 5000 hours.
Infrared heater MO-EL 767 1800W
Power: 1800 W
Dimensions: 835x112x83 mm
Recommended room area: 10 sq. m
Thermostat: built-in
Temperature adjustment: 800/1200/1760W
Weight: 1 kg
Warranty: 36 months
Estimated price: $180
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How do UFO infrared heaters work?
When operating, infrared UFO heaters emit thermal energy, depending on the power and type, their surface temperature can reach 600 degrees. They are more efficient and economical compared to other types of heat sources, such as convector heaters. Since they heat objects, no energy is wasted on heating the air. UFO heaters can be used indoors various types, how in residential buildings, both in office and shopping centers, production premises. These devices are suspended from ceilings or installed on special racks.
For heating residential buildings and apartments, you can use infrared heaters in the floor and in wall version, depending on the size of the room and the taste of the owner. You can purchase a heater with a thermostat, this will allow you to leave the device unattended for an unlimited time.
Some models of UFO infrared heaters are equipped with a remote control, this allows you to quickly configure the device to the desired mode
The use of UFO infrared heaters for industrial premises makes it possible to save about 80 percent of thermal energy, since these devices only heat the space where people work. IN in this case no energy is wasted to compensate for heat loss in a room that is higher than a person’s height.
The benefits of UFO infrared heaters for the body
Infrared heaters do not harm human health. Moreover, scientists have found that the region of the infrared spectrum of radiation with wavelengths of 7–14 microns has a beneficial effect on the body. An example of such a beneficial effect is feeling good after a bath. Using infrared heaters has a similar effect on the body, but the heat penetrates deeper without irritating the heat receptors on the skin.