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F.23 FAULT CODE
Vaillant

Temperature Spread Too High

Medium Severity Engineer Required

The temperature difference between the flow and return water is too large. This usually indicates poor water circulation caused by a partially blocked pump or scaled heat exchanger.

Step-by-Step Fix Guide

  1. Step 1

    Check system pressure is correct

  2. Step 2

    Bleed radiators to release trapped air

  3. Step 3 Engineer only

    If fault persists, a Gas Safe engineer may need to check the pump speed settings or carry out a powerflush

Gas Safe Reminder

Work on gas appliances must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer. The steps above cover safe checks a homeowner can perform - any internal component replacement requires a qualified professional. If in doubt, always call an engineer.

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