E17
American Standard Ventilation Control Fault

Thermostat displays E17 and ventilation or ERV/HRV control is disabled

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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

Ventilation module not detected, Miswired VENT or ACC terminals, Incompatible ERV/HRV model, Failed internal ventilation relay

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power to the air handler and any ERV/HRV units at the breaker.

  • Verify accessory type: In installer settings, confirm that the correct ventilation accessory (ERV, HRV, fresh air damper) is selected.
  • Check wiring: Inspect the ventilation control wiring between the thermostat, any American Standard ventilation module, and the ERV/HRV. Ensure correct terminals and secure connections.
  • Standalone test: If possible, manually switch the ERV/HRV to "On" at its own control to verify it operates independently of the thermostat.

Resolution: If the ventilation device works independently but E17 persists, the thermostat or ventilation module may be faulty.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

American Standard ventilation control module or thermostat ventilation relay
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