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Biasi DHW Flow Sensor / Turbine Fault

Boiler displays error 16, often related to domestic hot water flow detection problems.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Stuck or scaled DHW flow turbine, Faulty DHW flow sensor, Blocked inlet filter, Wiring fault to flow sensor

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power and close the cold water inlet to the boiler before removing any DHW components.

  • Check DHW demand recognition: Open a hot tap fully and see if the boiler recognises demand (DHW symbol or temperature change on display). If not, suspect the flow sensor.
  • Clean inlet filter: On many Biasi combi boilers, there is a filter on the cold inlet. Isolate and remove it, then clean any debris.
  • Inspect flow sensor/turbine: Remove the DHW flow sensor housing and check that the turbine spins freely. Descale or replace if jammed.
  • Engineer electrical test: A technician should verify the sensor output to the PCB and replace the sensor if no pulses are detected when water flows.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

DHW Flow Sensor
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