Vaillant Reduced DHW Flow / Hydraulic Restriction

Water heater’s hot water output is lower than expected (reduced flow rate)

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Possible Causes

Blocked inlet filter, Scaled plate heat exchanger, Partially closed isolation valve, Blocked tap/shower aerators

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Isolate water supply and relieve pressure before removing filters or pipework.

  • Clean inlet filter: Remove and clean the cold water inlet filter on the appliance.
  • Check isolation valves: Ensure all service valves on the cold inlet and hot outlet are fully open.
  • Clean outlets: Remove and clean aerators on taps and shower heads.
  • Descale plate heat exchanger: If restrictions persist, descale or replace the DHW plate heat exchanger.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

DHW Plate Heat Exchanger
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