A06
Beretta Flame Instability / Ionization Signal Error

Display shows A06; burner shuts down intermittently during operation

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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

Partially blocked burner, Incorrect gas/air ratio, Faulty ionization electrode, Loose earth connection

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off gas and power before accessing the burner or electrodes.

  • 1. Reset and observe flame: After reset, observe the burner through the inspection window. Flame should be stable and blue. Yellow tips or pulsing indicate combustion issues.
  • 2. Clean burner: A technician should remove the burner assembly and clean it with a soft brush and compressed air, removing dust and debris from the ports.
  • 3. Check ionization electrode position: Ensure the electrode is correctly positioned in the flame envelope and not too far from the burner surface.
  • 4. Verify appliance earth: Confirm that the Beretta water heater is properly earthed at the mains connection and that all earth wires are secure.
  • 5. Gas adjustment (technician-only): Using a flue gas analyzer, a qualified technician should verify and adjust the gas valve settings to achieve correct CO₂/O₂ levels.
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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Burner assembly
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