Overheat Protect
Hive
Safety over-temperature protection triggered
Thermostat or app indicates 'Overheat Protect' and heating is disabled
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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
Boiler overheat thermostat tripped, Faulty room temperature sensor reading excessively high, Firmware safety lockout due to rapid temperature rise, Incorrect thermostat placement above heat source
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Overheat conditions can be dangerous. If you smell burning or see signs of overheating, switch off power to the boiler and call a professional immediately.
- Check actual room temperature: Use a separate thermometer to verify the real room temperature. If normal, the thermostat sensor may be faulty.
- Relocate thermostat: If installed above a radiator, near a fireplace, or in direct sunlight, move the thermostat to an interior wall away from heat sources.
- Reset boiler (if safe): If the boiler has locked out on overheat, allow it to cool and reset it following the manufacturer’s instructions. Monitor for recurrence.
- When to call a pro: Repeated overheat protect events indicate a boiler or circulation fault (e.g. pump failure, blocked system) or a defective thermostat sensor and must be investigated by a heating engineer.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Hive Thermostat Temperature Sensor
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