High
9B on Viessmann Vitodens 222-F

Your boiler has lost communication with one of its internal heat sensors, meaning it cannot monitor temperatures accurately to operate safely.

Call an engineer soon

Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24 to 48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Control mode: Sensor S3 lead break

From this model's manual
Verified against the Viessmann Vitodens 222 F installation & service manual.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's control board loses its electrical connection to a specific internal temperature sensor. The most common cause is a failure of the sensor itself or loose, damaged wiring that prevents the boiler from safely monitoring the water temperature. Without this data, the system shuts down to prevent overheating.

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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