F10
Saunier Duval Low Water Pressure / Pressure Sensor Fault

Boiler displays F10 and shuts down, often associated with low system pressure

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Possible Causes

System pressure below minimum (typically <0.8 bar), Faulty water pressure sensor, Leak in central heating circuit, Faulty filling loop or isolation valves

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Allow the system to cool before repressurising to avoid burns.

User-level steps:

  • Check the pressure gauge on the boiler. If below 1.0 bar (cold), repressurise using the filling loop according to the Saunier Duval user manual.
  • Close the filling loop valves once pressure reaches 1.2–1.5 bar.
  • Reset the boiler and check if F10 clears.

If pressure drops again:

  • Inspect visible pipework, radiators, and radiator valves for leaks.
  • Check the boiler's safety valve discharge pipe outside for dripping (could indicate expansion vessel issues).
  • If the gauge shows correct pressure but F10 persists, the pressure sensor may be faulty and require replacement.

Warning: Do not overfill above 2.0 bar. If you cannot maintain pressure, contact a heating engineer to locate leaks or check the expansion vessel.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Water Pressure Sensor
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