Low
S.36 on Vaillant Thermocompact

Your boiler is currently waiting for a signal from your thermostat or timer to tell it that the house needs heating or hot water.

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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

No heating demand from low voltage controls

DIY fix possible

Check your room thermostat or programmer and turn the temperature setpoint upEnsure your heating timer is currently set to 'ON'Check if your hot water cylinder thermostat is satisfied

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