Medium Warning
34:1 on Viessmann Vitodens 300-W

Your boiler is confused by an external signal telling it to run the heating pump, which may be caused by a faulty control module or a wiring problem.

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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.

Technical description

Signal "External demand" on circulation pumps: See table in manual (Address 34:1)

What causes this fault?

This fault happens because the boiler is receiving a request for heat from an external pump or accessory, but its internal settings are not configured to recognize that specific signal. It is essentially a communication mismatch where the boiler’s software is told to expect one type of instruction but receives another. This usually occurs following a new installation or a control system upgrade where the technician forgot to update the digital 'address' in the boiler's menu.

DIY fix possible

Locate the reset button on the front control panel.Press and hold the reset button for 2 to 3 seconds.Wait for the boiler to restart; if the code returns, contact a professional to check the system configuration.

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