Vokera water heater displays code 03, fan runs but ignition does not occur or appliance locks out on air pressure fault
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Isolate electrical power before removing any covers. Do not dismantle the flue system yourself.
Owner checks:
- Inspect the external flue terminal: Ensure it is not obstructed by leaves, plastic bags, snow, or insect nests.
- Check for adequate ventilation: Make sure vents and grilles around the appliance are not blocked by cupboards, boxes, or other items.
- Attempt a single reset from the control panel. If the code returns, stop resetting.
Engineer actions:
- Test the air pressure switch for correct switching at the specified fan pressure and replace if defective.
- Inspect and clean the fan assembly, ensuring the impeller is free of debris and spins freely; replace the fan motor if noisy or seized.
- Check the silicone pressure tubes for splits, kinks, or blockages and replace as needed.
- Verify the flue system is correctly installed, sealed, and not internally blocked.
Because combustion and flue safety are involved, internal diagnosis should be left to a qualified Vokera technician.
Repair Difficulty
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