A17
Nibe
Generic NTC Sensor Open-Circuit
Display shows A17; water heater indicates sensor open-circuit or underrange on one of the NTC inputs.
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Possible Causes
Broken sensor lead, loose connector at control board, sensor pulled out of terminal block, corroded contacts
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Isolate power before handling sensor connections.
This alarm indicates that one of the NTC sensors is reading an unrealistically high resistance (open-circuit).
- Step 1 – Identify sensor:
- Check the alarm details to see which sensor is affected.
- Step 2 – Check connections:
- Ensure the sensor wires are firmly clamped in the terminal block or connector.
- Look for broken conductors at strain relief points.
- Step 3 – Continuity test:
- Disconnect the sensor and measure resistance; infinite resistance indicates a broken sensor.
- Step 4 – Replace if needed:
- Install a new Nibe-compatible sensor and route the cable to avoid sharp bends.
- Restore power and clear the alarm.
If the alarm persists with a new sensor, the control board input may be faulty.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
NTC Temperature Sensor
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