Danfoss
Temperature Overshoot / Poor Control Tuning
Thermostat overshoots the set temperature by several degrees before turning the heating off.
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Possible Causes
Thermostat installed near heat source or in draught, Incorrect control algorithm settings (on/off vs PWM), Floor sensor not used for high-mass underfloor heating, Deadband set too wide
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: This is primarily a configuration and placement issue; electrical risk is minimal if you do not alter wiring.
Steps to diagnose and fix:
- 1. Check thermostat location: Ensure the thermostat is not above a radiator, in direct sunlight, or near external doors. Relocate if necessary to a representative room position.
- 2. Enable appropriate control mode: In the installer menu, select the recommended control type for your system (e.g., PWM or adaptive control for underfloor heating, simple on/off for radiators) as per Danfoss guidelines.
- 3. Use floor sensor for UFH: For high-mass underfloor systems, enable floor sensor control or floor temperature limiting to reduce overshoot.
- 4. Adjust deadband/hysteresis: Reduce the temperature differential at which the thermostat switches off, within the limits recommended by Danfoss.
- 5. Monitor performance: After changes, observe system behaviour over several heating cycles and fine-tune settings if needed.
When to call a professional: For complex multi-zone systems, a heating engineer can optimize control parameters for comfort and efficiency.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Thermostat Configuration / Installation Location
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