Do Vaillant use stainless steel heat exchangers?

Vaillant ecoTEC Plus 832 Combination Boiler is a top spec condensing boiler from the Vaillant Range with a stainless steel heat exchanger.

What type of boiler is a Vaillant ecoTEC Plus 831?





The Ecotec Plus 831 is a Condensing Combi boiler with a maximum power output of 25.5kw that uses Gas as its fuel source. This boiler will provide efficient heating and subsequently reduce fuel bills and carbon dioxide emissions.

How many radiators can a Vaillant ecoTEC Plus 831 run?

How many radiators can a Vaillant ecoTEC Plus 831 run? This boiler can power between fourteen and sixteen radiators. You will also benefit from a Vaillant 832 flow rate of 13 litres per minute which offers you a great heating and hot shower experience if your home has one shower.

What is the difference between Vaillant ecoTEC Plus and Pro?

The Plus range has a built in filling loop which is especially useful when trying to optimise space in a kitchen etc. The Pro range requires an external filling loop to be fitted. Provided the external filling loop is of a good quality we find that a good quality external filling loop is the most reliable choice.

Which is better Viessmann or Vaillant?

Although Viessmann and Vaillant both offer solid boilers and both brands are A-rated by the EPC register, we think it’s safe to say that in the battle of Vaillant vs. Viessmann, Viessmann has come out on top! Viessmann boilers are technologically superior and use Inox-radial stainless steel heat exchangers.

What are Vaillant heat exchangers made of?





Boiler manufacturers use two types of heat exchangers: aluminium and stainless steel. Stainless steel is vastly superior to aluminium when it comes to withstanding extreme temperatures, and resistance to corrosion.

How much is a Vaillant ecoTEC Plus 831?

Vaillant combi boilers

Model Height Price
ecoTEC Pro 28 720 £875
ecoTEC Plus 831 720 £1,060
ecoTEC Exclusive 832 800 £1,225
ecoTEC Plus Storage 937 720 £1,205

How old is my boiler Vaillant?

Find the age of your Vaillant boiler

The Vaillant serial number is the long number at the top of the label, 20 to 28 characters long. The 3rd and 4th numbers show the year the boiler was manufactured. The next two numbers show you the week in which the boiler was assembled.

What is F 28 on a Vaillant boiler?



Vaillant officially defines the F28 error code as an ignition fault. There are many potential causes to this problem including an insufficient supply of gas, a faulty electrode or ignition lead. Therefore, the causes of the F28 fault can be broadly categorised into either an ignition fault or a gas valve fault.

What is the average life of a boiler?

between 10 to 15 years

Most modern boilers last for anywhere between 10 to 15 years on average. However, if you have an older one approaching the end of its life, it may be time for you to consider a new one.

What temperature should I set my Vaillant boiler to?



For a modern combi boiler, the radiator heating temperature should be set at or around 75 degrees celsius for the best efficiency and performance.

How many radiators can a Vaillant ecoTEC Pro 28 run?

12 radiators

The ecoTec Pro 28’s flow rate is at 11.1l/m, which will be suitable for up to 12 radiators.

What type of boiler is a Vaillant ecoTEC pro?

Condensing Combi Boiler



28kW ErP Condensing Combi Boiler.

What should the pressure be on my Vaillant boiler?

between 1 and 1.5 bars

Boiler pressure should generally be between 1 and 1.5 bars when central heating is turned off. The needle of the pressure gauge should remain above the lower limit set by your boiler manufacturer at all times.

What does F27 mean on my Vaillant boiler?

incorrect flame



The F27 error code signifies that the boiler has detected an ‘incorrect flame‘. This just means that the boiler has detected that the balance between flame and gas is not at the right level for the boiler to work.

What does F61 mean on a Vaillant boiler?

May 1, 2021. The Vaillant F61 fault code indicates a fault with either your Vaillant gas valve, the wiring harness, or the PCB. The gas valve regulates the flow of gas to the burner and is managed by the PCB, the PCB receives various information from numerous sensors within the boiler and throughout the heating system.

What does F32 mean on a Vaillant boiler?

The Vaillant F32 fault code is caused due to a fault with the air system and occurs in Vaillant boilers ecoTEC models. Various problems trigger the F32 error code, including a blocked flue pipe, a leak on the component, fan failure, or a communication issue concerning the fan and the PCB, printed circuit board.

What does F23 mean on a boiler?

An F23 error occurs when the temperature difference between the two pipes fails to equalise, and if the difference remains larger than 35 degrees then this is when you will see the F23 error code, which triggers a safety switch-off.

How do I fix the F23 on my Vaillant boiler?

Check the Flow and return NTC sensors. Check the wiring using a continuity tester and resistance tester if necessary. Replace NTC, harness or PCB as necessary dependent on checks. Make sure there are no blockages in the pipework.

What does F22 mean on Vaillant boiler?

low on water pressure

May 17, 2021. The Vaillant and Vaillant ecoTec F22 error code aka F. 22 error means that the boiler is low on water pressure and needs to be re pressurised to work again.