Vaillant Turbo Tec VMW 282/2-5 Circulating Pump
When you turn on the heating, the Vaillant Turbo Tec VMW 282/2-5 Circulating Pump is responsible for moving the water through the heating circuit. If this pump fails, you will notice that the radiators remain cold, strange noises may occur, or you may even experience overheating and blockages due to lack of circulation. This model is compatible with boilers such as VM 240, VM 242, VMW 240, VMW 242, among others. A technician must confirm through diagnosis whether it needs to be replaced if you observe these symptoms or if the fault codes F.75, F.23, or F.24 appear.
- Type of part
- Pumps
- Status
- Refurbished
- Catalogue reference
- 160928
- Warranty
- 1 year
Vaillant boilers compatible with reference 160928
Circulating pump with reference 160928. 26 verified compatibilities: VM 240 and VM 242.
Proven compatibility
| Boiler model | Family | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| Vaillant VM 240 | VM (heating only) | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VM 242 | VM (heating only) | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VM 280 | VM (heating only) | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VM 282 | VM (heating only) | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VMW 240 | VMW (combi) | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VMW 242 | VMW (combi) | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VMW 280 | VMW (combi) | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VMW 282 | VMW (combi) | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VMW ES 240 | VMW (combi) | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VMW ES 242 | VMW (combi) | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VU 240 | VU / VUW | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VU 242 | VU / VUW | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VU 280 | VU / VUW | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VUW 240 | VU / VUW | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VUW 242 | VU / VUW | Contrasted |
| Vaillant VUW 280 | VU / VUW | Contrasted |
| Vaillant Plus 824E | TurboMax | Contrasted |
| Vaillant Plus 828E | TurboMax | Contrasted |
| Vaillant Plus 837E | TurboMax | Contrasted |
| Vaillant Pro 24E | TurboMax | Contrasted |
| Vaillant Pro 28E | TurboMax | Contrasted |
| Vaillant 615E | Thermocompact | Contrasted |
| Vaillant 620E | Thermocompact | Contrasted |
| Vaillant 624E | Thermocompact | Contrasted |
| Vaillant 628E | Thermocompact | Contrasted |
| Vaillant 637E | Thermocompact | Contrasted |
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How to check if ref. 160928 is the part for your boiler
The part reference, model, and equipment revision must be verified against the manufacturer's documentation.
- Find the reference printed on the installed part and check whether it matches the catalogue reference 160928. If it is not visible, do not identify the part from its shape alone.
- Check the full boiler model on its data plate and look for it in the model associations on this page.
- Compare the connections and physical body with the original part before installation.
- If anything is unclear, send us a photo of the marking via WhatsApp before placing your order.
Symptoms that require diagnosis in the circulation pump 160928
The circulation pump circulates the water in the heating circuit. These are the typical symptoms and what to do:
Common symptoms and faults
- 01
The radiators take a long time to heat up or remain lukewarm even though the boiler is on.
Cause: The pump does not move enough water through the heating circuit.
Set the pump to high speed before replacing it; if it is set to low speed incorrectly, it can produce the same symptoms as a weak pump.
- 02
A buzzing or vibration is heard in the pump area when the heating starts.
Cause: The impeller may be stuck due to limescale or trapped air, causing the motor to strain without turning properly.
Bleed the air from the circuit and try turning the shaft with the central screw before declaring the pump as broken.
- 03
The boiler locks out with a warning related to circulation or the pump.
Cause: The control unit detects that the water is not circulating and shuts down the operation for safety.
Make sure that the heating circuit shut-off valves are fully open before requesting the pump.
- 04
The pump tries to start, makes a short buzzing sound, and stops.
Cause: It is typical for a stuck impeller after a period of inactivity, especially at the end of summer.
Try to free the shaft by turning the front screw of the motor before replacing the entire pump.
Vaillant fault codes that require diagnosis
| Code | Fault | Technical checks |
|---|---|---|
| F.75 | When the pump starts, a sufficient pressure increase is not detected. | The circulation pump 160928 blocked/faulty does not generate the pressure increase that the sensor should register; check that the pump rotates and consumes, and that test P.0 shows Δp at start-up. |
| F.23 | Excessive flow-return temperature difference (insufficient circulation). | If the pump does not circulate flow, the supply heats up quickly and the return remains cold, causing a large ΔT; check the pump's performance/speed (D.14/D.19), temperatures, and bleed/filter of the hydraulic block. |
| F.24 | Temperature increase too rapid. | With the pump blocked or with low performance, the water does not circulate and the boiler temperature rises quickly; check the pump rotation and consumption, bleed the circuit, and check pressure/flow rate. |
These symptoms can have more than one cause. If your boiler displays a fault code, send it to us via WhatsApp along with a photo of the labeling, and we'll tell you if this is the part.
Data sheet for the Vaillant 160928 circulation pump.
- Catalogue reference
- 160928
- Uniclima internal SKU
- BCTTVMW25
- Brand
- Vaillant
- Type of part
- Pumps
- Units in stock
- 2 units
- Status
- Refurbished
- Warranty
- 1 year
- Shipping
- Delivery time shown at checkout
- Return
- 14 days
Part data and available documentation
Contrast the label codes, PCB, and revision with the installed part; they are not necessarily equivalent references.
- Voltage
- 230V ~ 50Hz
- Condenser
- 2.5 µF
- Current/power (speed 1)
- 0.33 A / 75 W
- Current/power (speed 2)
- 0.40 A / 95 W
- IP Protection
- IP 44
- Thermal class
- TF 95 / Class H
- Maximum pressure
- Max. 3 bar
- Manufacturer code (label)
- P/N:59866527, Type VP5/2, PC:ECB
- The numbers '1.19' and '839-100' seen on the plastic body are mold marks of the piece, not a product reference: do not use them to order the spare part.
Manuals and technical documentation
Official documentation of the boiler, useful for locating the part and cross-referencing the fault codes.
- Vaillant VM 282 Manual (PDF) Document © Vaillant, provided as a technical reference.
Frequently asked questions about the circulator pump 160928
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