Laars Domestic Hot Water Temperature Instability

Boiler cycles on and off but domestic hot water from the Laars combi boiler is not hot enough or fluctuates.

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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

Scaled domestic heat exchanger, Faulty DHW temperature sensor, Flow sensor not reading correctly, Mixing valve stuck or misadjusted

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Domestic hot water can scald. Be cautious when testing temperatures.

  • Check DHW setpoint: On the Laars combi control, verify the domestic hot water temperature setting is appropriate (often 120°F/49°C).
  • Verify flow rate: Very low or very high flow can cause instability. Try adjusting the faucet to a moderate flow and see if temperature stabilizes.
  • Clean inlet filters: Some Laars combi units have cold water inlet strainers; clean them to ensure proper flow.
  • Observe boiler response: When a hot water tap is opened, the boiler should switch to DHW mode and modulate. If it does not, the flow sensor or DHW sensor may be faulty.

When to call a professional: Descaling the DHW heat exchanger and replacing sensors or mixing valves should be done by a technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

DHW Plate Heat Exchanger
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