F.83
Vaillant Insufficient Water / Temperature Rise Fault

Boiler displays F.83 on start-up, especially after draining or new install

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Possible Causes

Air in primary circuit, Low system water content, Incorrect sensor contact, Pump not primed

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Allow boiler to cool before bleeding.

  • Top up system: Ensure pressure is 1.0–1.5 bar.
  • Bleed radiators and boiler: Bleed all radiators and any automatic air vents near the boiler. Bleed the pump if accessible.
  • Check NTC contact: Ensure flow and return sensors are firmly attached to the pipes.
  • Reset and test: Reset the boiler and run heating, checking that all radiators warm evenly.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Circulation Pump
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