Potterton Gold 4kw Heat Only Electric Boiler

Small homes with low heat loss are where the Potterton Gold 4kw Heat Only Electric Boiler makes sense. It is the entry model in the Gold electric range, a compact wall-hung unit that runs radiators on electricity, with no flue and no gas supply.

Who the 4kW model suits

Think studio flats, small one-bedroom flats and well insulated new builds where the heat demand is modest. It is also useful in places where gas is not allowed, such as some tower blocks. Pair it with the Potterton Gold indirect cylinder if you want stored hot water from the same unit. It suits sealed or open vented systems, run with ordinary radiators and the usual controls.

Specification

• Brand: Potterton
• Range: Gold
• Maker code: 94022008
• Suitable for: Low heat loss homes on sealed or open vented radiator systems, not underfloor heating

Common Questions

What is an electric boiler? A boiler that uses electricity to heat the water for your central heating. The Gold 4kW is the smallest in Potterton’s Gold heat only electric range.

Is a 4kW electric boiler big enough for my home? It’s meant for small heat loads, such as a flat or a few rooms. For a bigger home look at the larger Potterton Gold models, from 6kW up to 12kW.

Can you have an electric only boiler with no gas? Yes, the Gold 4kW runs purely on electricity, so there’s no gas supply or flue to think about and no annual safety certificate needed.

Does the Gold 4kW work on a sealed system? Yes, it works on pressurised or open vented systems with 22mm pipework, and it needs a flow of 6 litres per minute.

Can the Gold 4kW run without a hot water cylinder? Yes, it can run a wet heating system by itself. Add a Potterton Gold indirect cylinder if you want domestic hot water as well.

How long will the Potterton Gold 4kW last? We can’t promise a set number of years, but it’s solid state with no moving parts inside, which is built for a long working life.

Sizing and fitting for Glasgow flats

Work out the heat loss of the property first. If it is above 4kW, step up to a bigger model rather than leaving the house short of heat. An electrician should check the supply even at this size, because the boiler draws a steady load for long periods. Front panel lights show the boiler status, and its solid state switching runs quietly with a soft start. No gas means no annual gas safety certificate.

Bigger outputs are listed next to the Potterton Gold 4kw Heat Only Electric Boiler in our boilers section.

Order on the website, or ask in person at Plumb Parts, 555 South Street, Glasgow G14 0QX. Opening times: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, then on weekends Sat-Sun 8am-1pm.