Thermostat calls for heat (heat icon on), but radiators or underfloor heating remain cold.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Boiler and wiring centre contain mains voltage. Isolate power before opening any covers or touching wiring.
Steps to diagnose and fix:
- 1. Confirm boiler status: Check the boiler display for fault codes or lockout indicators. Reset the boiler if necessary following the manufacturer's instructions.
- 2. Check wiring centre indicators: Many Danfoss wiring centres have LEDs showing zone and boiler demand. Verify that the boiler demand LED lights when the thermostat calls for heat.
- 3. Inspect actuator operation: Touch the thermal actuators on the manifold (carefully). They should warm slightly and open after a few minutes of demand. Cold actuators may be disconnected or failed.
- 4. Verify wiring continuity: With power OFF, check continuity of the boiler demand circuit from the wiring centre to the boiler input. Repair any broken wires or loose terminals.
- 5. Replace faulty components: If the wiring centre's boiler relay does not close when signaled, replace the wiring centre or relay module. Replace any non-functioning thermal actuators.
When to call a professional: Hydronic system diagnosis is best handled by a heating engineer, especially if multiple components may be at fault.
Repair Difficulty
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