Medium
dE on Viessmann Vitodens 050-W

Your boiler has lost connection with the temperature sensor that controls your second heating zone, meaning it cannot properly regulate the temperature for that part of your home.

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This fault should be looked at by a Gas Safe engineer within the next week or two. It may get worse if left.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Heating circuit M2 room temperature sensor lead break

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What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's control system can no longer detect a signal from the temperature sensor assigned to your second heating zone. It is usually caused by a loose electrical connection, a break in the thin sensor wiring, or the internal component of the sensor failing due to age.

Engineer required

This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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