Drazice Hot Water Flow Restriction

No water comes out of the hot tap, or flow is very weak, while cold water pressure is normal.

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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

Blocked hot outlet on Drazice tank, clogged mixing valve, limescale in hot water pipes, partially closed service valve on hot outlet

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn OFF power to the heater. Close the cold supply valve before disconnecting any plumbing.

Steps:

  • Check that the hot water isolation valve (if installed) at the heater outlet is fully open.
  • Inspect any thermostatic mixing valve connected to the Drazice heater. Remove and clean filters and check for limescale; descale or replace the valve if necessary.
  • Disconnect the hot outlet union at the heater and briefly open the cold supply to see if water flows freely through the tank (be prepared to catch water). If flow from the tank is good, the restriction is in the piping or mixing valve.
  • If flow from the tank is poor, the dip tube or outlet may be blocked with scale; the tank may need to be drained and the outlet cleaned or replaced.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Thermostatic Mixing Valve
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