Saunier Duval Insufficient heating / low outlet temperature

Water heater ignites but hot water is lukewarm or not hot enough

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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

Gas supply pressure too low, Partially blocked burner, Scaled primary heat exchanger, Incorrect temperature setting on control panel

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power and gas before opening the combustion chamber. Gas pressure checks must be done by a qualified technician.

Steps:

  • Check user settings: Ensure the hot water temperature on the Saunier Duval control panel is set high enough.
  • Verify flow rate: Very high flow can reduce temperature. Partially close the hot tap to see if temperature increases.
  • Clean burner: Remove and clean the burner ports to restore full flame coverage.
  • Descale heat exchanger: If the unit is older or in a hard water area, arrange for professional descaling of the primary heat exchanger.
  • Gas pressure: Have a technician measure and adjust gas pressure if necessary.

Warning: Do not attempt to adjust gas valve settings without proper tools and certification.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Primary Heat Exchanger
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