Gledhill
Short Cycling / Control Hysteresis Issue
Gledhill water heater frequently cycles on and off, causing temperature swings and wear
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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
Thermostat differential too narrow, Sensor located in turbulent area, Oversized boiler relative to store, Faulty PCB control logic
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Isolate power before moving sensors or accessing the PCB.
Steps:
- Sensor placement: Ensure the main store sensor is in the correct pocket and not directly in line with a hot inlet that could cause rapid temperature changes.
- Boiler settings: Adjust boiler anti‑cycle and minimum run time settings (if available) to reduce short cycling when serving the Gledhill store.
- Check thermostat: Replace a faulty thermostat that switches too frequently or has an abnormally small differential.
- PCB replacement: If control logic is clearly erratic and other causes are ruled out, the main PCB may need replacement.
Note: Some cycling is normal, but rapid on/off every few minutes indicates a problem that should be addressed.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Cylinder Thermostat
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