Navien E517 Fault Code
The Navien E517 fault code means: your boiler's internal computer is confused because its physical configuration switches have been moved or incorrectly set, preventing it from starting safely.. It appears on 6 Navien models in our database.
Technical description: Abnormal operation: DIP switch setting
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Navien models that show the E517 fault code
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Navien E517 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Navien service / installation manuals for each affected model.
Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 7 July 2026