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F72

F72 Fault — Flow/return temperature difference too great (Delta-T high)

Vaillant · ecoTEC plus Boilers

What does F72 mean?

The temperature difference between the flow and return NTC sensors is too high, indicating a problem with one or both sensors.

Common Causes

  • Flow and/or return temperature sensor defective

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Check the resistance of both the flow and return thermistors (requires specialist tools).

  2. 2

    Check the continuity of the wiring harness for both sensors (requires specialist tools).

  3. 3

    If resistance and continuity are fine, a technician should inspect the sensors and system for other issues.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

F.0F.0 — Flow–NTC open circuitF.1F.1 — Return–NTC open circuitF.10F.10 — Flow NTC short circuit
Source: Vaillant ecoTEC plus Boilers
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