Optimisation

Setting up the heating curve step by step

The heating curve determines how hot a water temperature the system sends into circulation based on outdoor temperature. It's the single setting that affects consumption every hour, every day, all season.

Step 1 — record the starting point

Note the current curve number, offset, room temperature, flow temperature and outdoor temperature. Without a baseline you can't assess the effect of a change.

Step 2 — one step at a time

Lower the curve or offset by one step and wait 3–7 days. Compare days with similar outdoor temperature. If the room stays warm, repeat.

Step 3 — find the limit and step back

If the room gets cold or recovery takes too long, raise it back one step. That's your house's optimal point. The estimated saving per degree lowered is 2–3%.

What not to do

Don't change installer-level settings, protection limits, or hysteresis. Don't change several settings at once — then you won't know what caused the effect.

Frequently asked questions

How long should I wait to see the effect of each change?+

At least 3 days; in an underfloor-heated house more like a week, since the floor reacts slowly.

Is it worth experimenting during a mid-winter cold snap?+

We don't recommend it. The best time is a period of stable weather, not extreme days.

Do I need a specialist for this?+

The owner can change user-level settings themselves. If results don't improve after several steps, it's worth ordering an expert review.

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