Low
S.97 on Vaillant ecoTEC Plus 826

Your boiler is currently running a quick self-check on its internal sensors and has temporarily paused heating to ensure everything is working correctly.

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Monitor it

This is a minor fault. Keep an eye on it and mention it at your next annual boiler service. Reset the boiler and see if it clears.

Technical description

Waterpressuresensortestrunning,heatingdemandsareblocked.

DIY fix possible

Wait patiently for 5 to 10 minutes to see if the boiler completes the test automaticallyTurn the boiler off at the fused spur switch for 30 secondsTurn the boiler back on and allow it to restart its initialization sequence

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