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73Firebird · Enviroair (Hitachi Yutaki M based) 7.5-16kW monobloc

73 on a Firebird Enviroair 7.5-16kW monobloc: Mixing over-temperature limit protection for mixed circuit

Short answer

On a Firebird heat pump, 73 means: Mixing over-temperature limit protection for mixed circuit. The manual does not say whether the heat pump stops. An engineer is needed to fix the cause.

Reviewed 23 September 2026 · 1 source

What it means

The manual says: Mixing over-temperature limit protection for mixed circuit.

Part involved: water flow / water temperature.

Likely causes:

  • Circuit 2 supply temperature > target temperature + offset.

Is it safe?

Does the heat pump stop?Not stated
Engineer needed?Yes

The manual does not say whether the heat pump stops.

What you can check

  • Note the exact code shown on the controller (a photo helps) and report it to your installer or the manufacturer's service line.
  • Check the heat pump's supply breaker/isolator at the consumer unit is on (do not open any casing).
  • Check the heating system pressure gauge reading (if one is fitted) and tell your engineer if it is below the level set at commissioning; do not attempt to refill unless you have been shown how.
  • If the controller shows red/alarm, the Firebird Enviroair Hitachi end-user guide allows a reset by pressing the ON button for 3 seconds and again; if it goes red again, contact your engineer.

What the engineer will check

  • Check: Circuit 2 supply temperature > target temperature + offset.

Who to ask for: heating / hydraulics.

Certification: Competent heating engineer (manufacturer training recommended).

What you might notice

Sources

A code explains what the controller detected, not a confirmed root cause.

Reviewed: 23 September 2026