Blocked Vent
Weil-McLain
Vent System Obstruction
Control displays 'Blocked Vent', 'Vent Block', or similar; inducer may run but burner will not fire.
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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.
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Possible Causes
Debris or ice in vent termination, Sagging vent allowing condensate pooling, Incorrect vent slope, Collapsed or disconnected vent section
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off power and gas. Carbon monoxide risk is high with vent blockages.
- Inspect exterior terminations: Go outside and locate the vent and combustion air intake terminations. Clear away snow, ice, leaves, or other obstructions. Maintain required clearances from shrubs and structures.
- Check vent slope and support: Inside, visually inspect accessible vent piping. Ensure it is properly supported and sloped per Weil-McLain instructions (usually back toward the appliance for condensate drain).
- Look for signs of water accumulation: Stains or dripping at joints can indicate condensate pooling due to improper slope or blockage.
- Reset and test: After clearing obstructions, reset the control and observe operation. If the Blocked Vent fault returns, have a technician perform a full vent system inspection.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Vent Piping Assembly
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