102
Ariston Intermittent Bus Communication / Signal Noise

Error 102 on thermostat, intermittent loss of control over boiler; heating sometimes starts late or not at all.

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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

Bus cable run parallel to mains causing interference, Poor-quality or damaged low-voltage cable, Loose bus terminals, Faulty thermostat communication module

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Isolate power to boiler and thermostat before handling wiring.

  • Inspect cable routing: Trace the bus cable between thermostat and boiler. If it runs tightly bundled with 230 V mains cables, reroute it at least a few centimeters away where possible to reduce interference.
  • Check cable type: Ensure a twisted-pair low-voltage cable (e.g. 2x0.75 mm² or as specified by Ariston) is used. Replace thin bell wire or visibly damaged cable.
  • Retighten terminals: Remove each bus wire, trim oxidized ends, re-strip 6–8 mm of insulation, and reinsert firmly into the boiler and thermostat terminals.
  • Update firmware: If the thermostat is Wi‑Fi enabled, check the Ariston app or web portal for firmware updates and apply them, then reboot the thermostat.
  • Persistent issues: If error 102 continues, the thermostat’s communication module or boiler’s bus board may need replacement by a qualified technician.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Ariston Smart Thermostat Communication Board
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