A20
Herz Flue Gas Safety Thermostat Trip

Boiler shows A20, burner stops unexpectedly, flue gas safety device activated

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Blocked flue, reversed flue/air connections, recirculation of flue gases, faulty flue gas thermostat on Herz boiler

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Do not operate the boiler until the flue system has been checked. Risk of carbon monoxide.

  • Inspect flue route: Verify that the flue is installed according to Herz guidelines, with correct lengths, bends, and terminations.
  • Check for obstructions: Look for blockages at the terminal and accessible sections of the flue.
  • Reset thermostat: Once the cause is removed and the boiler has cooled, reset the flue gas thermostat if it has a manual reset button.
  • Persistent A20: Have a Herz technician perform a full flue integrity and combustion check and replace the thermostat if faulty.
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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Herz flue gas safety thermostat
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