Drayton Underheating / Insufficient Heat Output

Room never reaches the set temperature; thermostat shows demand but room stays cold.

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Possible Causes

Incorrect minimum on-time or cycle rate settings, Thermostat incorrectly configured for underfloor vs radiators, Stuck TRVs on radiators in thermostat room, Faulty room sensor reading too high

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Isolate mains before working on any valves or wiring.

  • Check radiator/TRVs: Ensure radiators in the thermostat room are fully open and TRVs are not stuck. Free any stuck TRV pins carefully.
  • Verify control mode: In the Drayton thermostat or Wiser app, confirm that the control type (radiator vs underfloor) and cycle rate are set correctly for your system.
  • Compare temperatures: Use a separate thermometer to compare with the thermostat reading. If the thermostat reads significantly higher, the sensor may be faulty or poorly located.
  • Relocate or replace sensor: Move the thermostat to a more representative location or replace the thermostat if the sensor is inaccurate.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Room NTC Temperature Sensor / TRVs
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