HIGH WATER TEMPERATURE Emergency

Potterton HIGH WATER TEMPERATURE Fault Code

Also written as HIGHWATERTEMPERATURE — same fault.

The Potterton HIGH WATER TEMPERATURE fault code means: your boiler has detected that the water inside is getting too hot and has shut itself down to prevent overheating.. It appears on 1 Potterton model in our database.

Act immediately

Turn off your boiler and stop using gas appliances. Call a Gas Safe engineer now. This fault can be dangerous if ignored.

Technical description: 1. Automatic gas valve push rod sticking. Water rate will be normal.
Typical repair cost £150-250 (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 HIGH WATER TEMPERATURE fault code

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Source

Potterton HIGH WATER TEMPERATURE 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 27 April 2026