What happens if a boiler has too much pressure?
What happens if a boiler has too much pressure?
What happens when the boiler pressure is too high is that the system comes under unnecessary strain. This often means that the parts in the boiler become worn down by the high boiler pressure and seals and pipes crack, allowing water to leak out of the bottom.
What is the fault code on Vaillant Ecotec?
If your Vaillant ecotec pro or plus combi boiler or system boiler is displaying the F61 or F62 error or fault code (will show as F.61 or F.62 on your boiler), your boiler is broken and likely needs a repair.
Are there any problems with the Vaillant boiler?
Like most popular boilers, the Vaillant Boiler problems are often easily diagnosed and troubleshooting comes at a price if you haven’t got a decent guide to talk you through it. We aim to look at the Vaillant Ecotec fault codes, the common combi-boiler problems and take away any problems and questions you may have.
Where are the closing levers on a Vaillant boiler?
However, for Vaillant EcoTEC Plus models, it’s a little different, as they use a built-in filling loop. For EcoTEC Plus models, look below the boiler; there should be two grey levers which will have ‘closed’ written on them – each should be sitting at the ‘quarter to 3’ position (if it were a clock).
When to repair a Vaillant F61 fault code?
If your boiler decides to work after a reset then it buys you some time to find someone suitable to repair it. The F61 or F62 fault code hardly ever sorts itself out and your boiler is likely to fail completely at some point and will need to be repaired.
Is the pressure reading on my Vaillant Ecotec plus 831 too high?
Is the pressure reading on my Vaillant Ecotec Plus 831 boiler too high at 3.3 bar? I have a new (2 months old) vaillant ecotec plus 831 boiler. I have a new (2 months old) vaillant ecotec plus 831 boiler. Just noticed the pressure is 3.3 bar and flashing.
Which is the 831 combi boiler from Vaillant?
The 831 Combi Boiler is one of eight boilers that make up Vaillant’s popular EcoTec series. Our Vaillant EcoTEC Plus 831 Combi Boiler Review looks to explore the reasons behind this boilers popularity.
When did I install my Ecotec 831 boiler?
We had an Ecotec 831 installed around 4 years ago, to replace an ancient wall mounted boiler.
How do you fix a Vaillant Ecotec boiler?
The Fix: This is an easy fix for most boilers with an external filling loop; simply open the little tap around a quarter turn until the display on the unit hits 1.5 bar, then close the tap again. You may have to reset the boiler. However, for Vaillant EcoTEC Plus models, it’s a little different,…