Overheat Protect
Worcester Bosch Over‑temperature protection triggered by sensor reading

Thermostat or underfloor controller shows 'Overheat Protect' or high temperature warning; heating output 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

Faulty high reading from NTC sensor, Thermostat installed above radiator or heat source, Underfloor floor sensor reading excessive temperature, Wiring fault causing sensor short

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: If any part of the system feels excessively hot or smells of burning, switch off the boiler and heating power at the fused spur and call a professional.

  • Check location: Ensure the thermostat is not directly above a radiator, on a chimney breast, or in direct sunlight. If it is, relocate it to an internal wall away from heat sources.
  • Underfloor systems: If using a floor sensor, verify that the maximum floor temperature limit in the installer menu is set correctly (typically 27–29°C for timber floors).
  • Power cycle: Turn the thermostat off and back on, or remove power for 1–2 minutes, then restore. See if the error clears.
  • If error persists with normal room temperature: The sensor may be faulty or shorted. A heating engineer should test and replace the sensor or thermostat as required.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Room/Floor NTC Temperature Sensor
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