Low
d.21 on Vaillant ecoTEC Plus 620

This is not a fault; it simply indicates whether the comfort setting that keeps your tap water ready to heat instantly is currently turned on or off.

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Monitor it

This is a minor fault. Keep an eye on it and mention it at your next annual boiler service. Reset the boiler and see if it clears.

Technical description

Status of the warm start for hot water: off=Function deactivated, on=Function activated and available

DIY fix possible

Press the 'i' button on the boiler display to view system statusNavigate to the warm start settings menuSelect 'on' if you want instant hot water, or 'off' if you prefer to save energy

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