Pennco

Pennco Boilers Error Codes

Complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides. Use the search below to find your specific error.

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E0
Boiler display shows E0 and burner will not start
No Call for Heat / Thermostat Input Fault
E1
Boiler shows E1 and will not fire, circulator may run briefly
Low Water Cutoff / Water Level Fault
E10
Boiler display shows E10 and unit will not fire, often after venting changes
Air Intake / Combustion Air Fault
E11
Boiler shows E11 and cycles off quickly after starting
Return Temperature Sensor Fault
E12
Boiler display shows E12 and unit may short-cycle or not modulate correctly
Supply Temperature Sensor Fault
E13
Boiler shows E13 and may lock out during operation
Outdoor Reset Sensor Fault
E14
Boiler display shows E14 and burner output seems incorrect
Modulation / Fan Speed Control Fault
E15
Boiler shows E15 and will not start, often after wiring changes
Polarity / Line Voltage Fault
E16
Boiler display shows E16 and unit may shut down intermittently
Condensate Level / Float Switch Fault (Condensing Models)
E17
Boiler shows E17 and may not respond to thermostat
Communication Fault (Control to User Interface or Add-on Module)
E18
Boiler display shows E18 and burner output is limited
Return Temperature Too Low / Condensation Protection
E19
Boiler shows E19 and may shut down during domestic hot water production (combi or indirect setups)
Domestic Hot Water Sensor / Priority Fault
E2
Boiler display shows E2 and burner does not ignite
Flame Failure / Ignition Lockout
E3
Boiler shows E3 and shuts down shortly after starting
High Limit Temperature Lockout
E4
Boiler display shows E4 and burner will not start, fan may run briefly on condensing models
Flue Gas / Exhaust Pressure Fault
E5
Boiler shows E5 and shuts down, often accompanied by gurgling sounds
Low System Pressure / Pressure Switch Fault
E6
Boiler display shows E6 and burner will not ignite, often after several failed attempts
Ignition Lockout / No Flame Detected
E7
Boiler shows E7 and shuts down, fan may continue to run
Flame Detected with No Call for Heat
E8
Boiler display shows E8 and unit will not start, often after power issues
Internal Control Board Fault / EEPROM Error
E9
Boiler shows E9 and shuts down, often with high temperature reading
Overheat / Safety Thermostat Trip
Symptom
Boiler area smells like exhaust or fumes
Flue Gas Spillage / Venting Problem
Symptom
Boiler cabinet or nearby piping vibrates excessively during operation
Mechanical Vibration / Pump or Fan Imbalance
Symptom
Boiler cycles on and off rapidly when only one small zone calls
Micro-Zoning / Flow Too Low Through Boiler
Symptom
Boiler display is blank or unreadable but unit still runs
Display / User Interface Failure
Symptom
Boiler emits rumbling or roaring noise from burner area
Combustion Instability / Dirty Burner
Symptom
Boiler frequently needs manual reset to operate
Nuisance Lockouts / Underlying Fault Not Corrected
Symptom
Boiler ignites but shuts off within a few seconds repeatedly
Flame Proving / Flame Sensor Issue
Symptom
Boiler lockout occurs randomly, often during windy conditions
Intermittent Venting / Pressure Switch Trips
Symptom
Boiler makes gurgling or trickling water sounds
Air in System / Poor Air Elimination
Symptom
Boiler makes loud banging or knocking noises (kettling) during operation
Kettling / Boiling in Heat Exchanger
Symptom
Boiler or nearby piping is leaking water
System Leak / Component Failure
Symptom
Boiler produces soot or black staining around vent
Sooting / Incomplete Combustion
Symptom
Boiler runs but house never reaches set temperature
Insufficient Heat Output
Symptom
Boiler runs but radiators or baseboards stay cold
No Circulation / Circulator Pump Failure
Symptom
Boiler runs continuously even when thermostat is satisfied
Stuck Relay / Control Fault
Symptom
Boiler short cycles (turns on and off frequently) without satisfying thermostat
Short Cycling / Improper Control or Sizing
Symptom
Boiler smells like gas near the unit
Gas Leak at Boiler
Symptom
Boiler will not start at all, no lights or display
No Power to Boiler
Symptom
Pressure relief valve discharges water periodically
Overpressure / Expansion Tank Failure
Symptom
Some radiators or zones heat, others stay cold
Zone Imbalance / Zone Valve or Air Problem
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