Heatrae Sadia Reduced Hot Water Flow / Pressure

Heatrae Sadia unvented cylinder delivers very low hot water pressure compared to cold.

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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 combination valve or pressure reducing valve, Partially closed isolation valve, Blocked strainers, Collapsed flexible hose

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Isolate water supply before dismantling any valves. Hot water can scald.

Steps to restore flow:

  • 1. Check isolation valves: Ensure all service valves on the cold inlet and hot outlet are fully open.
  • 2. Clean strainers: Many Heatrae Sadia combination valves and PRVs have integral strainers. Isolate, depressurise, remove strainers, clean debris, and refit.
  • 3. Inspect combination valve: If the valve is noisy or restricts flow even when clean, it may be faulty and require replacement with the correct Heatrae Sadia inlet control group.
  • 4. Check pipework: Look for kinked or collapsed flexible hoses on the hot outlet. Replace if damaged.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Inlet Control Group / Pressure Reducing Valve
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