E16
Kripsol
Lockout Due to Repeated Ignition Failures
Heater displays E16; unit may lock out until power is cycled.
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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
Persistent ignition or flame sensing issues on Kripsol heater, Gas supply interruptions, Faulty ignition control logic on PCB, Unresolved underlying E02/E03 conditions
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a heater that fails to ignite; unburned gas can accumulate. Turn off gas and power before inspection.
- Review history: Note any previous E02 or E03 errors. E16 usually indicates multiple failed ignition attempts.
- Address root cause: Follow the troubleshooting steps for ignition failure (E02) and flame loss (E03): check igniter, flame sensor, burner cleanliness, and gas supply.
- Clear lockout: After correcting the underlying issue, restore power to the Kripsol heater to clear the lockout. Some models may require a manual reset via the control panel.
- Monitor operation: Observe several complete ignition cycles to ensure stable operation. If E16 recurs, the control board may be misinterpreting flame signals and should be evaluated.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Kripsol ignition control PCB
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