B6
Viessmann
Flow Temperature Limit Exceeded (Reported to Thermostat)
Thermostat shows B6 and reports that the maximum flow temperature limit has been exceeded; heating is reduced or stopped.
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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 flow temperature set too high for thermostat limit, Faulty flow temperature sensor on boiler, Blocked or closed heating valves causing poor circulation, Incorrect maximum temperature setting in thermostat
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off power before touching any valves or pumps that may be hot. Do not open the boiler casing unless qualified.
- Check radiator/underfloor valves: Ensure that enough radiators or underfloor loops are open so that heat can be dissipated. Closed valves can cause high flow temperatures.
- Verify pump operation: Listen for the circulation pump running when there is a heat demand. If silent, a technician should inspect the pump.
- Adjust boiler flow temperature: On the boiler control, reduce the maximum flow temperature setting to a value compatible with your emitters (e.g. 60–70°C for radiators, 35–45°C for underfloor).
- Check thermostat max limit: In the thermostat settings, ensure the maximum allowed flow or room temperature is set appropriately.
- Call technician if recurring: Repeated B6 errors may indicate a faulty boiler sensor or circulation issue that requires professional diagnosis.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Boiler flow temperature sensor
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