Kospel Unstable DHW Temperature

Domestic hot water temperature fluctuates or runs hot then cold on a Kospel combi furnace.

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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 plate heat exchanger, Faulty DHW flow sensor, Incorrect DHW temperature setting, Partially blocked inlet filter

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Risk of scalding. Reduce DHW setpoint before testing.

  • Check DHW setpoint: On the Kospel control panel, ensure the DHW temperature is set to a moderate value (e.g., 45–50°C).
  • Clean inlet filters: Turn off water, remove and clean any mesh filters on the cold water inlet to the furnace.
  • Descale plate heat exchanger: Have a technician chemically descale the DHW plate heat exchanger if limescale is suspected.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

DHW Plate Heat Exchanger
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