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DHW pre-heat function on Vokera Maxim

Your boiler is currently set to keep its internal water store warm for faster hot water delivery, but this is a settings preference rather than a breakdown.

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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.

What the manual says

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From this model's manual
Verified against the Vokera Maxim installation & service manual, page 6.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

DIY fix possible

Locate the domestic hot water (DHW) pre-heat button or dial on the front control panel.Press the button or adjust the dial to switch the pre-heat function to the 'Off' position.Monitor the boiler display to ensure the indicator light for pre-heat has deactivated.

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