F20
Saunier Duval
Primary Circuit Overtemperature / Flow Overheat
Furnace displays F20, heating stops, pump may continue running
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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
Insufficient water circulation through primary heat exchanger,Blocked system filter or heat exchanger,Seized or underperforming circulation pump,Closed radiator valves causing low flow
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off power and gas. Allow the appliance to cool before touching pipework.
- Check system pressure: Ensure the pressure is within the recommended range. Low pressure can reduce flow and cause overheating.
- Open valves: Confirm that all isolation valves near the furnace and key radiator valves are open to allow adequate circulation.
- Clean filters: If your Saunier Duval system has a return filter or magnetic filter, isolate and clean it to restore flow.
- Inspect pump: Listen for pump operation. If it is noisy, hot, or not running, it may be failing. A technician can test and replace the pump head or complete pump assembly.
- Descale heat exchanger: In hard water areas, the primary heat exchanger can become restricted. Professional chemical cleaning or replacement may be required.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Circulation Pump
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