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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