Saunier Duval

Saunier Duval Water Heaters Error Codes

Complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides. Use the search below to find your specific error.

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F0
Water heater does not start, display shows F0 immediately after power-up
Control board configuration / parameter fault
F1
Water heater attempts to start but shuts down with F1, no flame established
Ignition failure / no flame detection
F10
F10 error, water heater does not start, often after power issues
Low or unstable mains voltage / power supply fault
F11
F11 displayed, fan runs but ignition sequence does not proceed correctly
Gas valve control / modulation fault
F12
F12 appears intermittently, especially during high demand, unit shuts down
Water circulation / pump fault (on models with pump or recirculation)
F13
F13 error, unit may start then quickly shut down, sometimes with gurgling noises
Condensate drainage fault (condensing models)
F14
F14 displayed, unit fails to ignite or shuts down with gas-related alarm
Gas type / combustion configuration fault
F15
F15 error, often associated with very high or very low outlet temperatures
Overtemperature or temperature differential fault
F16
F16 displayed, burner shuts down, sometimes with yellow or unstable flame
Flame quality / ionization fault
F17
F17 error, unit fails to detect flame despite ignition sparks
Flame detection circuit fault
F18
F18 displayed, unit may start and stop repeatedly, temperature fluctuates
Modulation / power control fault
F19
F19 error, often during low flow operation, water temperature too high
Minimum power / low flow overheat fault
F2
Unit locks out with F2 shortly after ignition, burner shuts down
Flame loss during operation
F20
F20 displayed, unit shuts down on high temperature alarm
Primary circuit overheat
F21
F21 error, unit does not start, sometimes after sensor replacement
Sensor configuration / mismatch fault
F22
F22 displayed, no ignition, often after water supply interruption
Low water pressure / dry fire protection
F23
F23 error, unit may start then quickly shut down, sometimes with loud boiling noises
Flow/return temperature differential too high
F24
F24 displayed, unit refuses to start, sometimes after PCB replacement
Internal communication / PCB fault
F3
Water heater displays F3 and will not ignite, often after overheating event
Safety temperature limiter (overheat thermostat) tripped or open circuit
F4
Display shows F4, fan does not start or stops unexpectedly, no ignition
Fan / air pressure system fault
F5
Unit locks out with F5, often accompanied by noisy fan or poor combustion
Flue gas evacuation / air pressure switch fault
F6
Display shows F6, water heater does not start, often after sensor wiring work
Flow sensor / flow switch fault
F7
F7 appears, water temperature unstable or unit shuts down shortly after ignition
Primary NTC temperature sensor fault
F8
F8 error, domestic hot water temperature reading is erratic or implausible
DHW outlet NTC sensor fault
F9
F9 displayed, unit may overheat or shut down unexpectedly
Return temperature sensor / secondary NTC fault
Symptom
Water heater causes condensation or damp patches on nearby walls or ceiling
Flue gas or steam leakage
Symptom
Water heater display works but buttons or knobs do not respond
User interface / control panel fault
Symptom
Water heater does not start at all, no lights or display
No power / electrical supply failure
Symptom
Water heater emits a burning or plastic smell during operation
Overheating of electrical or plastic components
Symptom
Water heater emits a smell of gas around the appliance
Gas leak at appliance
Symptom
Water heater emits a whistling or high-pitched noise when running
Gas flow resonance / burner noise
Symptom
Water heater frequently cycles on and off while a tap is open
Short cycling / unstable operation
Symptom
Water heater has power but does not ignite when a hot water tap is opened
No demand recognition / flow detection failure
Symptom
Water heater ignites but hot water is lukewarm or not hot enough
Insufficient heating / low outlet temperature
Symptom
Water heater leaks from the flue or top of the unit, especially on condensing models
Condensate leakage / flue condensation issue
Symptom
Water heater leaks water from the bottom of the casing
Internal water leak
Symptom
Water heater makes loud banging or knocking noises during operation
Kettling / boiling in heat exchanger
Symptom
Water heater produces very hot water, risk of scalding, temperature difficult to control
Overheating / poor temperature regulation
Symptom
Water heater trips the household circuit breaker or RCD when starting
Electrical short or earth leakage
Symptom
Water heater vibrates excessively or rattles during operation
Mechanical vibration / mounting fault
Symptom
Water heater works but hot water temperature fluctuates significantly during a shower
Unstable outlet temperature
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