Vaillant
Remote Receiver / IR Board Fault
Indoor unit display works but does not respond to remote control commands
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Possible Causes
Dead batteries in remote, Obstructed IR receiver window, Faulty IR receiver board on indoor unit, Strong sunlight or interference at receiver
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: No internal work should be done with power on. For basic checks, you can leave power on but do not open covers.
- Replace batteries: Install fresh batteries in the remote and ensure correct polarity.
- Check line of sight: Make sure there is a clear path between the remote and the indoor unit’s IR receiver window.
- Test remote: Point the remote at a smartphone camera and press a button; you should see the IR LED flash on the camera screen. If not, the remote is faulty.
- Reduce interference: Avoid strong direct sunlight on the receiver window.
- Receiver board replacement: If the remote works but the unit does not respond, the IR receiver board inside the indoor unit may need replacement by a technician.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Indoor IR Receiver Board
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