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I have a thermostatic shower, but I can only get it to be luke warm. The aquastat is set at 60, boiler at 165. The tap water in wash hand basin beside shower is very warm. I have taken the cover off the thermostat and there seems to be no adjustment. This seems to be the shower I have.

the thermostatic cartridge looks like enter image description here i have turned the spindle as far anti clock wise as possible but only turns one full turn is there an other way to adjust it enter image description here

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Shower valves normally have a mechanism for adjusting the maximum water temperature under the handle. You'll have to consult the shower valve's manual for specifics. If you don't have the manual, here's a picture of a typical shower valve. The red part of the valve is the temperature safety. It is located under the shower handle and you rotate it to adjust the temperature.

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Update: This document seems to describe the procedure to adjust the temperature of your shower. It looks relatively complex, but doable.

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  • hi edwin i dont have a manual as i have just moved in but have taken the handle off and the spindle only turns one full turn. – Conor Jan 16 '13 at 20:48
  • See my updated answer. I think the linked document should get you to hot water. – Edwin Jan 16 '13 at 21:05
  • hi edwin i have tried that with no success. i am starting to wonder is the thermostat the problem or lack of water pressure as it isnt great c – user11121 Jan 16 '13 at 21:24
  • Your shower valve could just be broken. Mineral buildup can sometimes interfere with the valve's operation. I had a shower valve that wouldn't allow any hot water to flow due to mineral buildup, and a soak overnight in vinegar fixed it. – Shimon Rura Jan 17 '13 at 3:23

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