F61 error, gas valve control fault detected, appliance locks out

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.

Possible Causes

Stuck gas valve relay on PCB, Shorted gas valve coil, Wiring short to earth, PCB damage from surge

Safety first: Turn off gas and power. Gas-related electrical faults are serious.

Inspect wiring: Check the gas valve wiring for shorts, burns, or crushed insulation.
Measure coil resistance: Verify gas valve coil resistance; replace valve if shorted or open.
PCB inspection: Look for burned tracks or components near the gas valve relay. Replace the PCB if damaged.
Test after repair: After replacing components, perform full safety and combustion checks.

Warning: Do not attempt to bypass gas valve controls; this is extremely dangerous.

Professional Required 5/5

Main Control PCB

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