Low
C2 on Viessmann Vitodens 300-W

Your boiler is having trouble talking to the solar heating system, meaning your solar panels may not be contributing to your hot water as they should.

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Monitor it

This is a minor fault. Keep an eye on it and mention it at your next annual boiler service. Reset the boiler and see if it clears.

Technical description

Control mode: Communication fault - solar control unit

DIY fix possible

Check if the power switch for the solar control station is turned onInspect the visible connection cable between the boiler and the solar unit for obvious loose plugsReset the boiler to see if the communication link restores itself

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