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Michael Mullan
January 20, 2025
My boiler is not constantly supplying hot water
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Mr. Anderson
February 4, 2025
There are several possible reasons why your Potterton Promax HE Store Range boiler may not be supplying hot water consistently:
1. Programmer Settings: Ensure the programmer is set to 'DHW ON' during the required periods. If it's not, the boiler won't operate to heat the water.
2. Scaling in Hard Water Areas: If you live in a hard water area, limescale buildup may be affecting the heat exchanger and reducing hot water performance. A water treatment device, such as an ion-exchange water softener, may be needed.
3. Pressure Issues: If the boiler operates in a sealed primary system, ensure the system pressure is correct. Low pressure can affect performance.
4. Flow Restrictors: Using flow restrictors can help prolong hot water availability, especially in systems with smaller storage capacities.
5. Maintenance: The boiler may require servicing or cleaning if components like the heat exchanger are not functioning properly. Ensure the system has been maintained by a competent person as recommended.
6. Expansion Vessel Sizing: If the expansion vessel in the system is undersized or not operating correctly, it could impact performance.
If these steps do not resolve the issue, consulting a qualified service engineer is recommended.
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Natural Gas Contents Potterton HE Store G.C.N 41 601 24 (90 litre) Section Page G.C.N 41 591 76 (115 litre) G.C.N 41 591 77 (150 litre) Quick Reference Guide Troubleshooting IMPORTANT Repressurising System Please read and understand all these instructions before commencing installation.
1.0 Quick Reference Guide Promax HE Store ON/OFF/Reset Display Central Heating Domestic Hot Water Programmer System Selector Switch Temperature Control Temperature Control Pressure Gauge OFF Position Central Heating & Hot Water Hot Water Reset The boiler will not operate. Both Heating & Hot Water will operate. Hot Water only will operate.
Boiler not working 2.0 Troubleshooting START Make sure the gas supply Is the ( ) or ( ) light Is the ON/OFF/Reset is turned ON and check if on and the ( ) on ? Select Switch in the other gas appliances are ) position ? operating (e.g.
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2.0 Troubleshooting Is the Integral Programmer Is the Room Thermostat (if ON and calling for heat ? fitted) set high enough ? HW CH AUTO CLOCK ALL DAY HW PROG 24 HR CH PROG ADVANCE BOOST ADVANCE ENTER COPY Ensure programmer is set for Turn Room Thermostat to Central Heating ON or Hot maximum setting (typical...
3.0 Repressurising System Central Heating System Pressure 1. The normal operating water pressure is between 1 and 2.5 bar (Fig. 1). If the pressure exceeds 3 bar the safety pressure valve will operate and a fault is indicated. Contact your installer.
25mm 25mm 4.0 Clearances 250mm For your Safety This appliance must have been installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the regulations in force. Any modification that may interfere with the normal operation of the appliance without express written permission from the manufacturer or his agent could invalidate the appliance warranty.
5.0 Care of the Boiler Cleaning the Outercase 1. The painted panels should be wiped with a damp cloth and then dried completely. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANING AGENTS. Protection & Precautions 1. The boiler incorporates an integral frost protection feature that will operate in both modes. If the boiler temperature falls below 4°...
6.0 Legislation Installation, Commissioning, Service & Repair 1. This appliance must be install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the regulations in force. Read the instructions fully before installing or using the appliance. 2. In GB, this must be carried out by a competent person as stated in the Gas Safety (Installation &...
7.0 Programmer Fig. 7 Introduction HW CH AUTO CLOCK ALL DAY 1. The built-in programmer is an electronic 7-day HW PROG 24 HR CH PROG central heating and hot water control, designed to be ADVANCE easy to use and understand. Properly programmed it will help you save energy and create a comfortable environment in your home.
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7.0 Programmer ii) Use the PLUS (+) or MINUS (-) to move the DAY OF Fig. 10 HW CH THE WEEK INDICATOR to the current day of the week. AUTO Numbers relating to the day of the week are printed CLOCK ALL DAY along the top of the programmer display, ie...
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7.0 Programmer NOTE: The programmer provides up to three ON/OFF Fig. 15 HW CH periods each day. If you do not want to use all these, a AUTO switch period can be cancelled by programming the ON CLOCK operation for the same time as the OFF operation e.g. ALL DAY HW PROG 2nd ON at 12.00 pm and 2nd OFF at 12.00 pm.
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7.0 Programmer Using the Advance and Boost Button Fig. 18 HW CH 1. The ADVANCE facility allows you to bring forward the AUTO next heating ON or OFF period without having to alter CLOCK ALL DAY HW PROG the programmed ON/OFF times. 24 HR CH PROG ADVANCE...
9.0 Emergency Warning ! If you smell gas Do not operate light switches Do not operate any electrical equipment Do not use a telephone in the hazardous area Extinguish any naked flame and do not smoke Open windows and doors in the hazardous area Turn off the gas supply at the meter Warn any other occupants and vacate the premises Telephone the National Gas Emergency Service on:-...
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Brooks House, Coventry Road, Warwick. CV34 4LL After Sales Service 0844 871 1525 Technical Enquiries 0844 871 1555 Annual Service Website www.potterton.co.uk To ensure you receive the maximum efficiency from your boiler we e&oe recommend your boiler has an annual service so you and your family can continue to enjoy heating and hot water comfort.
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Do you have a question about the Promax HE Store Range and is the answer not in the manual?
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My boiler is not constantly supplying hot water
There are several possible reasons why your Potterton Promax HE Store Range boiler may not be supplying hot water consistently:
1. Programmer Settings: Ensure the programmer is set to 'DHW ON' during the required periods. If it's not, the boiler won't operate to heat the water.
2. Scaling in Hard Water Areas: If you live in a hard water area, limescale buildup may be affecting the heat exchanger and reducing hot water performance. A water treatment device, such as an ion-exchange water softener, may be needed.
3. Pressure Issues: If the boiler operates in a sealed primary system, ensure the system pressure is correct. Low pressure can affect performance.
4. Flow Restrictors: Using flow restrictors can help prolong hot water availability, especially in systems with smaller storage capacities.
5. Maintenance: The boiler may require servicing or cleaning if components like the heat exchanger are not functioning properly. Ensure the system has been maintained by a competent person as recommended.
6. Expansion Vessel Sizing: If the expansion vessel in the system is undersized or not operating correctly, it could impact performance.
If these steps do not resolve the issue, consulting a qualified service engineer is recommended.
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