21
Immergas
Flow Temperature Sensor (NTC) Fault
Boiler displays error 21, temperature reading is erratic or fixed at extreme value, boiler may short cycle.
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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
Open or short-circuited flow NTC sensor, Loose NTC connector, Damaged sensor wiring, Faulty PCB input circuit
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Isolate power and allow the boiler to cool before touching sensors on the pipework or heat exchanger.
- Visual inspection: Locate the flow NTC sensor on the primary flow pipe or heat exchanger. Check that it is firmly clipped in place and that the cable is intact.
- Check connector: Reseat the NTC plug on the PCB and at the sensor end to ensure good contact.
- Measure resistance: Using a multimeter, measure the NTC resistance at room temperature and compare with Immergas specification. If the sensor is open circuit or shows a very low resistance (short), replace it.
- Inspect wiring: If the sensor tests OK, check the wiring harness for damage or chafing. Repair or replace as needed.
- PCB check: If sensor and wiring are good but error 21 persists, the PCB input may be faulty and require replacement.
- Re-test: After replacing components, clear the error and verify that the displayed temperature responds realistically to boiler operation.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Flow NTC Sensor
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