What does the Viessmann 359 fault code mean?

Your boiler is trying to light but cannot get the flame started, so it has stopped and is not providing heating or hot water until a qualified engineer checks the ignition and gas supply.

How much does it cost to fix Viessmann error code 359?

Typical repair cost for the Viessmann 359 fault is £150-350 including labour.

Viessmann 359 Fault Code: What It Means & How to Fix It

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Ignition: No. Check ignition module (control voltage 230 V across plug "X1/54" terminals "L" and "N" on the HBMU). Check the gas supply.

From this model's manual

Verified against the Viessmann/Viessmann Vitodens 100 W B1hf B1kf 6167586 installation & service manual.

Engineer required

This is a high severity fault. Stop using the boiler and call a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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All 151 fault codes on the Vitodens 100-W B1HF-11

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Your boiler is trying to light but cannot get the flame started, so it has stopped and is not providing heating or hot water until a qualified engineer checks the ignition and gas supply.

What the manual says

Engineer required

Avoid the next call-out bill

All 151 fault codes on the Vitodens 100-W B1HF-11

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