Defro Poor Heating Circulation / Balancing Issue

Boiler runs but radiators do not get hot or only partially warm up.

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Possible Causes

Air trapped in radiators and Defro boiler, Sludge build-up in heating circuit, Incorrectly balanced radiators, Defro pump set to too low speed or partially seized

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Allow radiators to cool slightly before bleeding to avoid scalds.

  • Bleed radiators: Starting from the highest floor, bleed each radiator until water flows steadily. Recheck boiler pressure and top up if needed.
  • Check valves: Ensure all radiator valves and any isolation valves near the Defro boiler are fully open.
  • Adjust pump speed: If the Defro pump has multiple speed settings, increase to a higher setting to improve circulation.
  • System cleaning: If some radiators remain cold at the bottom, the system may need powerflushing or chemical cleaning by a professional.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Defro primary circulation pump
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