Asked by: Deedra Llopez
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What temperature should a boiler be set to?

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around 60 °C.


Also question is, what is the ideal temperature for a boiler?

180°F.

One may also ask, what temperature should a Vaillant boiler be set at? If the boiler is heating hot water then it will need to be set at least 5-6° above the target hot water temperature which is ideally set to 55° making the boiler need to be at least 60°.

Besides, what temperature should my boiler be set at in winter?

When the air temperature reaches the desired temperature set on the thermostat the boiler switches off. It will come back on again when the temperature falls below the desired temperature. It is recommended to keep your thermostat setting between 18-21 degrees to work most efficiently.

How do you know if your boiler is overheating?

A build-up of limescale, sludge and other debris in the central heating system can be detected before the boiler will begin to overheat. If you've noticed that any strange sounds from your central heating system or that any radiators haven't been heating up properly, then they're strong indications of a blockage.

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Why does my boiler keep firing up when heating is off?

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Is it economical to leave heating on constant?

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What temperature do most hot water boilers operate at?

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Should I turn off radiators in unused rooms?

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What is comfort mode on boiler?

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How do I reset my Vaillant boiler?

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Can a boiler work without a thermostat?

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