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Ambirad Fault Codes

SmartElec2 display codes. Recovered from the original hub.myboiler.com page.

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CodeDescriptionSymptomPossible causeRemedyModel
#*Communication failureNo control on faulty unitBad data-cable connection or damaged cableCheck data cable(s) and plugs. Repair or replace damaged cable.SmartElec2
# E1Air sensor temperature too high / air sensor failureFan operating, no heatHigh ambient air temperature, impeller turning the wrong way, motor failure, air-sensor cable disconnected, air sensor brokenCheck ventilation, impeller rotation, motor, cable; replace the air sensor if needed.SmartElec2
# E3Heatsink too hotFan operating, no heatHigh ambient air or faulty base unitReplace the SmartElec base unit.SmartElec2
# E4Heatsink sensor failureFan operating, no heatHeatsink sensor wiring disconnected or faultyCheck the wiring.SmartElec2
# E5External temperatureUnit runs, but no external temperature controlExternal temperature sensor faultyReplace the sensor.SmartElec2
# E6Overheat thermostat open circuitFan operating, no heatOverheat thermostat open circuitReset or replace the overheat thermostat.SmartElec2

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