Chaffoteaux No Power Supply / Electrical Input Failure

Water heater does not start at all, no lights or display, completely dead.

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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

Blown mains fuse, Faulty power switch, Loose terminal block connections, Defective main PCB power supply stage

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off the circuit breaker before opening the electrical connection box.

  • Check external power: Verify that the dedicated circuit breaker or fuse for the Chaffoteaux water heater is ON and not tripped. Reset if necessary.
  • Test outlet or supply: Use a plug-in tester or multimeter to confirm 230 V (or local voltage) is present at the appliance terminals.
  • Inspect internal fuse: Many Chaffoteaux units have an internal fuse on or near the PCB. With power off, remove and check continuity. Replace only with the same rating and type.
  • Check terminal block: Tighten all live, neutral, and earth screws. Look for heat damage or discoloration.
  • PCB evaluation: If supply and fuses are good but the display remains off, the PCB power supply section is likely faulty and the board should be replaced by a professional.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Main Control PCB
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