Fault on Hot Water Sensor Medium

Potterton Fault on Hot Water Sensor Fault Code

Also written as FAULTONHOTWATERSENSOR — same fault.

The Potterton Fault on Hot Water Sensor fault code means: your boiler is struggling to accurately measure the temperature of the water it is heating for your taps, which will likely prevent you from having a consistent supply of hot water.. It appears on 1 Potterton model in our database.

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This fault should be looked at by a Gas Safe engineer within the next week or two. It may get worse if left.

Technical description: Indicates a fault on the hot water temperature sensor.
Typical repair cost £120-220 (including labour)

Engineer required

This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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Potterton models that show the Fault on Hot Water Sensor fault code

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Source

Potterton Fault on Hot Water Sensor fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Potterton service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 7 July 2026