What does the Viessmann 576 fault code mean?

The boiler's control panel has detected a fault with the sensor on your wall thermostat that measures room temperature, so it may not adjust heating to match the room accurately, though it should still heat your home.

How much does it cost to fix Viessmann error code 576?

Typical repair cost for the Viessmann 576 fault is £60-150 including labour.

Viessmann 576 Fault Code: What It Means & How to Fix It

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Short circuit, room temperature sensor, heating circuit 1.

From this model's manual

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

DIY fix possible

Switch off the boiler at its isolator or fused spur and wait a few minutes.Check the cable running from the room thermostat or sensor on the wall for damage, pinched wires, or bare copper touching metal, and reconnect any loose terminals.Restore power, press the reset button on the boiler or control unit, and check whether code 576 returns.If the code returns, the room sensor itself is likely faulty. Contact a Gas Safe registered engineer to replace it. Do not open the boiler casing.

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The boiler's control panel has detected a fault with the sensor on your wall thermostat that measures room temperature, so it may not adjust heating to match the room accurately, though it should still heat your home.

What the manual says

DIY fix possible

Avoid the next call-out bill

Related fault codes

All 151 fault codes on the Vitodens 100-W B1KF-26

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