How do I check the pressure on my Potterton boiler?

How do I check the pressure on my Potterton boiler?

As well as the E119 error code, you can see if your Potterton boiler has low pressure by looking at the pressure gauge – if you see the needle pointing to anything lower than 1 bar, the system is low on pressure. Ideally, it should be around the 1.5 mark.

How do you Repressurise an old boiler?

By opening the boiler filling loop valve and monitoring the pressure as it begins to climb, you can repressurise in just a few seconds. Just make sure the valve is firmly shut before firing the boiler. Boiler filling loops are used when you install and service a boiler or when you drain or bleed your system.

How do I Repressurise my system?

As the temperature in the system rises, so will the pressure as the heated water expands.

1. Turn your heating and boiler off before you bleed the system.
2. Whenever you bleed radiators on a sealed system you should bleed one radiator at a time and repressurise as you go.

Can’t Re pressure boiler?

A leak in a valve could be a reason for losing pressure so check for water around the valve. Close both valves when the pressure gauge reaches 1.5 bar. Remove the filling loop if it isn’t a built-in one. Turn the boiler back on and recheck the pressure.

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 make a whirring sound?

The fan is a crucial component in any boiler as it helps to remove the harmful gases your boiler creates from your boiler. 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 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.