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F83

F83 Fault — Insufficient temperature change at start-up

Vaillant · ecoTEC plus Boilers

What does F83 mean?

When the burner starts, the flow and/or return temperature sensors register little to no temperature change, suggesting insufficient water flow or sensor placement issues.

Common Causes

  • Insufficient water in product
  • Flow or return temperature sensor not in correct position at pipe
  • Thermistors resistance issue
  • Blocked rubber tube on flow pipe
  • Pump not spinning correctly

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Check the boiler's water pressure and ensure there is sufficient water in the system.

  2. 2

    Verify that the flow and return temperature sensors are correctly positioned and have good contact with the pipes.

  3. 3

    Check the resistance readings of the thermistors and inspect their leads (requires specialist tools).

  4. 4

    Check if the pump is spinning correctly (requires specialist tools).

  5. 5

    If present, check the rubber tube on the flow pipe; if it feels hard, it may be blocked.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

F.0F.0 — Flow–NTC open circuitF.1F.1 — Return–NTC open circuitF.10F.10 — Flow NTC short circuit
Source: Vaillant ecoTEC plus Boilers
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