Buderus
Insufficient Burner Output / Modulation Issue
Water heater produces lukewarm water only; temperature never reaches the setpoint.
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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
Incorrect gas pressure, Partially blocked burner or heat exchanger, Faulty modulating gas valve, Temperature setpoint configured too low
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Turn off power and gas before opening combustion components. Gas adjustments must be done by licensed personnel.
- Verify setpoint: Check the user interface and confirm that the DHW temperature setpoint is correctly set.
- Check for scale: Inspect the heat exchanger for scale buildup. If present, perform a chemical descaling according to Buderus instructions.
- Clean burner: Remove and clean the burner head to ensure all ports are open.
- Gas pressure and modulation: Have a technician measure gas pressures and verify that the gas valve modulates correctly across the firing range.
- Re-test: After cleaning and adjustments, run the heater at full demand and confirm that outlet temperature reaches the setpoint.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Burner / Heat Exchanger / Modulating Gas Valve
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