Saunier Duval Short Cycling Due to Control Settings

Thermostat shows frequent short heating cycles (boiler starts and stops every few minutes)

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Possible Causes

Hysteresis set too low, TPI cycle time too short, Oversized boiler relative to system, Thermostat installed in small or rapidly heated room

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: No mains work required for thermostat settings; boiler adjustments should be done by a professional.

  • Adjust control parameters: In the installer menu, increase the cycle time and/or hysteresis to reduce the number of starts per hour.
  • Relocate thermostat: Move the thermostat to a larger, representative room if currently in a small hallway or near a radiator.
  • Lower flow temperature: Reduce boiler flow temperature to lengthen run times and reduce cycling.

Persistent short cycling may require a heating engineer to balance the system or adjust boiler parameters.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5
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