Are there any problems with the Potterton profile boiler?

A relatively common issue with older Potterton boiler models such as the Potterton Promax, Suprima and Profile models is an issue where the heating works but there is no hot water. A similar, but slightly less common problem is the other way round with hot water working but no central heating.

Why does my Potterton boiler keep turning itself off?

If the fan isn’t recognised, the boiler will not start and if the signal is intermittent, the fan may end up switching itself off and on repeatedly. There are a number of different things that can cause this problem including:

What are the problems with a Potterton diplomat boiler?

Potterton Diplomat HE Boiler Troubleshooting 1 Air in gas line. 2 Faulty gas control valve. 3 No spark at electrode tip. 4 Blocked pilot injector.

Is it worth replacing an old Potterton boiler?

An old Potterton boiler could be losing you money, for potential savings of up to £305* a year in a detached home it might be worth considering a new boiler. Use the table below to find out how much you could be saving depending on your current boiler rating and property. Who should you choose to replace a Potterton boiler?

Are there any problems with the Potterton boiler?

#1 Problem: Low Boiler Pressure (E119 Fault Code) Low boiler pressure is a very common Potterton boiler problem that occurs in all boilers and not just the Potterton models. If your Potterton boilers pressures drop too low, it will stop working and display the E119 error code.

What is the E20 fault code on a Potterton boiler?

The E20 fault code on Potterton boilers, relates to an NTC thermistor issue in your appliance. It’s these thermistors that monitor the flow and return temperature of the water in your heating system, as well as water supplying taps and showers.

Why does my Potterton boiler make a whirring sound?

When you switch on your Potterton boiler, you might well notice a small whirring sound as it fires up. This is the fan and your boiler needs to know that the fan is operating before it can switch other components on.

What happens if your boiler pressure drops too low?

If your boiler pressure drops too low, the boiler’s default failsafe mechanism will kick in and the boiler will lockout. When this happens, your boiler will stop working and you will have no central heating or hot water.

How can I Fix my Potterton prima’f’boiler?

Navigate to How can I fix my Potterton Prima ‘F’ boiler? When the hot water or heating is switched on the boiler attempts to start up, i.e. the fan starts and stays on for about 15 seconds and then stops for about 10 seconds. This cycle goes on for about 10 attempts before the boiler finally lights up. Then it behaves normally, well almost!

Why does my Potterton profile 80E keep tripping?

There seems to be a click from the box on top of the Pcb. Any ideas … read more Potterton profile 80e ignition not working. Fan comes on, I Potterton profile 80e ignition not working. Fan comes on, I think I can hear gas flowing, but no ignition, and so the fan / flow cuts off and keeps … read more .

Is the CH on or off on a Potterton boiler?

I have a fairly old potterton boiler, hot water tank, typical GCH and HW system. Digital thermostat and modern digi timer etc. Recently its started to trip the electrics at the RCD. With the fused switch to the HW/CH off the electrics are absolutely fine with no tripping.

What does an e mean on a Potterton boiler?

If your Potterton boiler is displaying an E followed by a series of numbers then it’s letting you know that there’s a fault. If you’re seeing an error code then you need to know what it means so take a look through our list of Potterton error codes to find out.

How to repair a Potterton profile central heating boiler?

This is what I did to repair a long-standing intermittent gas valve problem on a Potterton Profile Gas Central Heating Boiler. Symptoms were an intermittent clicking/clacking and loss of gas supply to burner (intermittent firing). Typical symptoms of a dry-joint – the fault could be induced and halted temporarily by wiggling the PCB assembly.

When does a Potterton Suprima 50 boiler lock out?

For sometime now the boiler lockouts with the pump constantly running and the red LED flashing (2 per second). I press the reset button and the boiler lights up and runs fines. Lockout usually happens when I am away, so I come home to a cold house and the sound of the pump running.

Where can I buy a new Potterton PCB?

Found the replacement Potterton PCB on MJTControls website at £155+VAT, the two sensors are £5 and £7! Yes,they checked sensors and ran through tests both times. We had exactly the same problem and had to have a new PCB (Printed Circuit Board) fitted.

How big is a Potterton balanced flue boiler?

Potterton Profile boilers are fully automatically controlled wall mounted fan powered balanced flue appliances, using a cast iron heat exchanger and are available in five outputs ranging from 5.86-23.44kW (20,000-80,000 Btu/h).

Is the pilot light on my Potterton boiler working?

My Potterton boiler is not… My Potterton boiler is not working – no sign of a pilot light through the window. I can’t get the front off to check the overheat thermostat (as in an earlier answer). The pump appears to be working. I think that the model is 50eL.

What causes an error code E125 on a Potterton boiler?

Blockage – A blockage somewhere in your central heating is preventing water from circulating properly. This is usually caused by a sludge build-up. On your Potterton boiler, this is most likely to be indicated by error code E125 or E193 showing up on your display.

Why is my Potterton profile 80 E not firing?

My Potterton profile 80 E is not firing; the fan seems to be humming continuously. How can I check if the fan is working properly (should it be louder then just a humming noise?)

Why is the pilot light not working on my Potterton boiler?

The boilers I have had in the past have had manual switches and buttons to hold in to relight a pilot light. My Potterton Profile doesn’t seem to have any of these things and it all looks automatic with wiring leading from a circuit board to the spark.

Potterton Diplomat HE Boiler Troubleshooting 1 Air in gas line. 2 Faulty gas control valve. 3 No spark at electrode tip. 4 Blocked pilot injector.

My Potterton profile 80 E is not firing; the fan seems to be humming continuously. How can I check if the fan is working properly (should it be louder then just a humming noise?)

Why is my Potterton central heating boiler not firing?

Potterton Profile Boiler Not Firing!!?? Discussion in ‘ Plumbing and Central Heating ‘ started by giraffe, 18 May 2004 . Can anybody help me get the pilot light back on and my boiler firing again. The boilers I have had in the past have had manual switches and buttons to hold in to relight a pilot light.

How to check a Potterton profile 40E boiler?

A similar thing has just happened to my Potterton profile 40e. You can check the fan either by feeling the outlet of the flue for air flow or removing the boiler cover and actually looking at the fan. Obviously only remove the cover if you are competent with exposed mains wiring.

What to do if Potterton pressure switch starts leaking?

Potterton Performa Eco 24HE, Potterton Performa 28, Potterton Performa 30HE Usually there is no need to replace anything else apart for brass nut with metal spacer and small o ring. Over time (some report as quickly as 12 months) internal o ring in brass nut wears off and starts to leak.

What should I do if my Potterton boiler is leaking?

This is sometimes a minor job that you can do yourself by tightening a joint or using a DIY sealant. If the issue is with a soldered joint, it is usually a relatively minor issue to fix it. Once you have identified and fixed the leak, you will then be able to repressurise the system and it should now work as normal.

What are the symptoms of a Baxi Potterton pressure switch leak?

Symptoms is a small leak that will usually show as a drip on the left hand side of the boiler casing. It is due to a pressure differential switch design and a part required for repair is sold in a kit called ‘Domestic Hot Water Diaphragm Kit’ Baxi, Potterton or Main number 5111137.

Is the pilot light on a Potterton profile 40ng?

Hello, I have a potterton profile 40ng and the pilot light has gone out. Fan is running ok. Can you help please? Thank you … read more I have a Potterton Profile 80e and the pilot light has gone off. Can I re-set it? Please cancel this request as I could not wait any longer and Ihave … read more Vocational, Technical or Tra…

Is the pilot light on on a Potterton boiler?

Despite the attention I have a potterton profile 60e boiler. Despite the attention of a plumber who replaced some parts and made it work for an hour last night, I now find that it won’t ignite. The pilot light comes on and … read more Hi, we just moved into a house with a potterton profile boiler.

Is there a fuse in my Potterton pump?

My Potterton Profile doesn’t seem to have any of these things and it all looks automatic with wiring leading from a circuit board to the spark. All other electrical things are working like the pump and the programmer, but I did take the fuse out a little while ago to change the pump.

What to do if your Potterton boiler is not firing?

if you look under the boiler there is a hole about the size of a ten pence piece. if you put your finger inside it there is a reset button which may bring your boiler back on. beware though as this is an over heat thermostat so something has made this trip. check the pump is circulating and check that the header tank is full of water.

How does a diverter valve in a combi boiler work?

The diverter valve is the component in your combi boiler which directs hot water to either the taps and showers or towards your radiators. If this valve gets blocked or stuck in any way, it can result in hot water making its way to one system but not the other.

How to get an airlock out of a Potterton boiler?

Thank you. If this doesn’t work ^^ your best bet is to drain the hole system down as i have spent hours trying to get an airlock out before now. if i have an airlock now i just stick my flush machine on it. How ever if you didn’t bleed the pump and have left it running for a while you may well over heat it.

What happens if the pressure in a Potterton boiler is too low?

Low boiler pressure is a common problem with all boilers and Potterton boilers are as susceptible to this as any others. If your boiler pressure drops too low, the boiler’s default failsafe mechanism will kick in and the boiler will lockout. When this happens, your boiler will stop working and you will have no central heating or hot water.

How much does a Potterton Puma 80E cost?

Gas bills seem extraordinarily high to me at over 1700 pounds per … read more Vocational, Technical or Tra… Potterton Puma 80E, hot water works fine, heating system intermittenly will not pump water down stairs to ground floor rads. Boiler is upstairs in … read more

When did the Potterton kingfisher boiler fail to fire?

We have a Potterton Kingfisher boiler installed some six years ago. The boiler failed to fire and we were told that the system needs fushing out as there is metal from the radiators in the pipes. We w … read more

What kind of boiler does Potterton Puma 80E have?

Potterton Puma 80E, hot water works fine, heating system intermittenly will not pump water down stairs to ground floor rads. Boiler is upstairs in … read more

Why does my Potterton boiler keep cutting out?

Its an unvented system and when it cuts out the pumps are still runing. I have been advised it may be the circuit board in the boiler or the expansion tank needs air pumping in it????

Potterton Puma 80E, hot water works fine, heating system intermittenly will not pump water down stairs to ground floor rads. Boiler is upstairs in … read more

Which is Potterton ignition unit fits a boiler?

A boiler may have a Piezo as the spark generator where the ignition is manually done by pressing a button. It is very common for the manufacturers to name the Ignition Unit differently, see the following examples This part fits… This part fits… This part fits… POTTERTON 10/19024 IGNITOR. This part fits… This part fits… This part fits…

Why did my Potterton Prima F 50 boiler go off?

Our Potterton Prima F 50 never switches off, but as my wife mistakenly turned off the gas, the boiler went off for once. We don’t have the instructions, the thermostat handle is even missing, but the agency told us we would have to pay to reset it.

Why does my Potterton Suprima 40 not ignite?

This topic originated from the How to page called Problems associated with noises from the central heating system. Not open for further replies. My Potterton Superima 40 does not ignite. Red LED keeps flashing. When pressing reset it tries the ignition sequence for three times and stops. I can hear the sparks but cannot see the pilot light.

What should I do if my Potterton profile 60E is not igniting?

Switch off power to boiler. Unscrew the bottom control assembly and allow to swing down. Check that the 2 tubes at the rear are not kinked. They must be fully open to allow boiler to ignite. I have just had similar problem and when tubes were un-kinked the boiler fired up.Ensure when swinging back the panel that the tubes are not kinked again.

Which is the best boiler manufacturer in the UK?

Potterton is one of the best boiler manufacturers in the UK, but even their boilers can go wrong from time-to-time. In this guide, we will explain the five most common problems you are likely to encounter with a Potterton boiler and show you how to fix them.

What is the efficiency rating of a Potterton profile 80E boiler?

The Potterton Profile 80e has a SAP seasonal efficiency rating of 74.4%. The Profile 80e is a Non-Condensing Conventional boiler with a maximum power output of 23.45kw that uses Gas as its fuel source. We recommend that you upgrade to a new, more efficient boiler to help reduce fuel bills and carbon dioxide emissions.

How big is a Potterton wall hung boiler?

Solid and dependable, Potterton Commercial Wall-Hung boilers are designed for maximum combustion performance and energy efficiency. Available in outputs from 30kW to 150kW, and offering up to 700kW in cascade, they are suitable for all types and sizes of commercial and residential buildings.

How big is a cascade wall hung boiler?

Available in outputs from 30kW to 150kW, and offering up to 700kW in cascade, they are suitable for all types and sizes of commercial and residential buildings. Your Area Sales Manager can provide you with a quote, or more information about any of our products. Introducing the new Sirius three range.

Who is the customer support team for Potterton heating?

Potterton is part of Baxi and the Baxi Heating family, meaning that as a Potterton customer you can benefit from Baxi’s extensive customer support services. Whatever you need, our support team is never more than a phone call away. Our UK customer contact centre and nationwide network of Gas Safe registered engineers are here to help.

Why is the Potterton profile 60E not igniting?

I had the same problem that turned out to be the fan not working. Unless the fan is causing a vacuum within the boiler the boiler will not fire up. It acts a a safety device. I can answer this question… Potterton profile 60e not igniting….?

What are the most common problems with Potterton boilers?

The Five Most Common Problems with Potterton Boilers #1 – Boiler Pressure Is Too Low Low boiler pressure is a common problem with all boilers and Potterton boilers are as susceptible to this as any others. If your boiler pressure drops too low, the boiler’s default failsafe mechanism will kick in and the boiler will lockout.

What does fault code E83 mean on Potterton boiler?

When Potterton boilers display the E83 fault code, there’s a problem with room thermostat or timer. Your boiler needs to communicate with the thermostat, to know when you have higher/lower demand for heating. If the device isn’t paired up correctly, is faulty, or isn’t compatible with your boiler, there are going to be issues.

Why does my Potterton primaf boiler not fire up?

I suspect that the spark ignition has failed as normally I can hear that sparking to light the pilot flame but I suppose it could be almost anything else. It is not a condensing boiler. A few years ago I looked into the pros and cons of installing a more efficient condensing boiler and decided against that.

Why is my Potterton Combi 80 boiler not working?

I have a Potterton Combi 80 boiler. This evening the central heating won’t come on (it was working fine this afternoon). The hot water works fine. The flame light comes on when I open the hot tap & hot water comes out.

Why is the central heating not working on my Potterton?

If they are and there is still no activity from the boiler then its likely the PCB. I rather suspect that this might be due to a sticking diverter valve – I have had this problem with a Potterton Combi 100. It seems you can only purchase the entire valve assembly at around £80 though I think it is usually just the wax thermostat that packs in.

Why is my Potterton profile 80E not turning?

For other peoples information, if you get just a humming noce and no air from the flue then your fan is probably faulty like mine was.. it just wasn’t turning! Thanks for your help Si; much appreciated! A similar thing has just happened to my Potterton profile 40e.

Is there a problem with my boiler pressure?

Boiler Pressure Problem – Hello, where I live, it’s mostly gas furnaces with air conditioners or heat pumps. My boiler just started causing problems with high pressure. I work in HVAC as a technician but do not have a lot of experience with hot water or steam boilers.

What causes a central heating boiler to stop working?

When this happens, your boiler will stop working and you will have no central heating or hot water. Low pressure in a boiler can be caused by a number of things including: Weak or failed soldering on piping joints.

When to see an engineer about a boiler problem?

Once you have identified and fixed the leak, you will then be able to repressurise the system and it should now work as normal. If the problem is being caused by a more serious issue with an internal component in the boiler such as the heat exchanger, you will need to get an engineer to take a look and suggest the best course of action

What was the name of the gas boiler in Potterton?

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What should profile 60 radiator be for 12 room house?

You should then balance the radiators to get equal temperature at all rads. Profile 60 is about 18kW which is not a lot for a 12-room house. You can estimate the gross heat input of the boiler by running it for a known period and seeing how much gas it uses. One cubic metre is about 11.2kWh. It might be that the boiler is not running correctly.