Electric shower stops mid-flow, shows LP alert; needs fixing or replacement?
Hi - our IWH electric shower in e/s (oval Triton Topaz - not sure of kwh) is stopping mid flow & goes red with (LP) low pressure alert. Sometimes it restarts after OK again, but now is refusing to do so & making noises. There is nothing wrong with mains pressure, so it must be the unit. Any ideas pse what this might be (IE blocked filter, solenoid, exchangers) & if it's fixable by a plumber or if is done for & will need to be replaced? It's obviously an old model but parts are presumably still available online. Many thx anyone.
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The issue with your Triton Topaz electric shower could be due to several factors:
1. **Blocked filter**: A common cause of low pressure alerts, which can be cleaned by a plumber.
2. **Faulty solenoid valve**: This controls water flow and may need replacement.
3. **Worn heat exchanger**: If it's making noises, it could be due to overheating or a malfunction in the heating element.
A plumber can likely inspect and fix minor issues like a blocked filter or solenoid, but if the heating element or other major parts are failing, it may be more cost-effective to replace the unit. While parts for older models can be found online, availability might be limited, and repair costs may add up.
1. **Blocked filter**: A common cause of low pressure alerts, which can be cleaned by a plumber.
2. **Faulty solenoid valve**: This controls water flow and may need replacement.
3. **Worn heat exchanger**: If it's making noises, it could be due to overheating or a malfunction in the heating element.
A plumber can likely inspect and fix minor issues like a blocked filter or solenoid, but if the heating element or other major parts are failing, it may be more cost-effective to replace the unit. While parts for older models can be found online, availability might be limited, and repair costs may add up.
19th Sep 2024
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