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Navien tankless troubleshooting

Navien Error Codes

Find your code below. Try the simple checks first. If the code comes back, a Warm Welcome technician can fix it, usually the same day.

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Navien Error Code E003

Ignition Failure

Check this first

  • Check if the manual gas valve is open
  • Check the main gas supply

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  • Verify that gas pressure is within operating range
  • Check Dual Venturi for proper operation
  • Check DIP Switch settings
  • Check if the igniter is sparking
  • Tighten the ground terminals on the heat exchanger
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Navien Error Code E004

False flame detection

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  • Check if the igniter is sparking
  • Tighten the ground terminals on the heat exchanger
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Navien Error Code E012

Flame Loss

Check this first

  • Check if the main gas valve is open
  • Check the intake air filter
  • Check the power supply

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  • Verify the incoming gas pressure
  • Check the ground wire
  • Tighten the ground terminals on the heat exchanger
  • Adjust the anti-short cycle time
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Navien Error Code E016

Heat exchanger overheat

Check this first

  • Turn OFF the unit, wait at least 30 min, and then restart
  • Clean the inlet water filter and strainer
  • Check the heat exchanger and flush it if required

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  • Check the high limit switch and PCB
  • Check pump operation (for A models only)
  • Check the 3-way valve
  • Check DIP Switch settings
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Navien Error Code E030

Exhaust Overheat: exhaust limit sensor shuts down the unit when the flue temperature exceeds 230 °F for more than 10 seconds.

Check this first

  • Turn OFF the unit, wait at least 30 min, and then restart
  • Clean the inlet water filter and strainer
  • Check the heat exchanger and flush it if required

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  • Check exhaust thermistor and verify [K] value in DIAGNOSTIC mode
  • Check DIP Switch settings
  • Check the water adjustment valve
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Navien Error Code E047

Abnormal exhaust thermistor open or short

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  • Check exhaust thermistor connection
  • Check for proper connection to the PCB
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Navien Error Code E060

Abnormal Dual Venturi Limit Switch operation

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  • Check the Dual Venturi connection
  • Test Dual Venturi for proper operation using TEST mode
  • Check gas orifice for obstructions
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Navien Error Code E109

Abnormal fan motor activity

Check this first

  • Check and clean the intake air filter

Leave to a technician

  • Verify proper voltage and wire connection
  • Check and clean the fan motor
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Navien Error Code E110

Exhaust blockage

Check this first

  • Check the intake/exhaust/condensate drain pipe for obstructions.(ice, snow, wildlife, etc)
  • Check and clean the intake air filter

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  • As a temporarily solution for troubleshooting purposes,restart the unit and/or remove the front cover
  • Check if the igniter is sparking
  • Tighten the ground terminals on the heat exchanger
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Navien Error Code E407

Abnormal Hot water outlet thermistor open or short

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  • Check the thermistor
  • Replace the thermistor
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Navien Error Code E421

Abnormal Cold water inlet thermistor open or short

Check this first

  • It's time to a or contact Warm Welcome
  • Check the thermistor
  • Verify [C] value in DIAGNOSTIC mode
  • Replace the thermistor
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Navien Error Code E432

Abnormal Cold water inlet2: thermistor open or short

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  • Check the thermistor
  • Check thermistor voltage and resistance values
  • Replace the thermistor
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Navien Error Code E434

Abnormal water adjustment valve open or short

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  • Check the water adjustment valve
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Navien Error Code E438

Abnormal circulation pump ("A" models only)

Check this first

  • Check the circulation pump
  • Check water filter for blockage
  • Check the cold water main line

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  • Check the flow sensor
  • Set to Internal Recirculation mode and verify flow rate
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Navien Error Code E439

Abnormal flow sensor

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  • Check the flow sensor
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Navien Error Code E441

Abnormal Hot water inlet2: thermistor open or short

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  • Check the thermistor
  • Replace the thermistor
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Navien Error Code E445

Abnormal mixing valve open or short

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  • Check the mixing valve
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Navien Error Code E515

Abnormal PCB communication

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  • Subcode 1~7 PCB > Ignitor: Check the PCB
  • Subcode 8 PCB > Ignitor: Check PCB connection and ignitor
  • Subcode 9 PCB > Fan: Check PCB connection and fan
  • Subcode 10 Abnormal monitoring device of PCB: Check PCB connection and dual venturi
  • Subcode 10~12 Abnormal communication between PCB and Dual Venturi: Check PCB connection and dual venturi
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Navien Error Code E517

Abnormal dip switch setting

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  • Check the dip switches on the front panel and PCB
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Navien Error Code E593

Abnormal panel key

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  • Check the Panel
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Navien Error Code E594

Abnormal input data

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  • Subcode 0 High limit switch of Heat exchanger: Check PCB
  • Subcode 1 Exhaust sensor: check exhaust sensor connection and sensor
  • Subcode 2 Flame rod: check flame rod connection and flame sensor
  • Subcode 3~14 PCB: check the PCB
  • Subcode 15 Below the range of input data from Pressure sensor: check pressure sensor wiring and output voltage of pressure sensor
  • Subcode 16 Over the range of input data from Pressure sensor: check pressure sensor wiring and output voltage of pressure sensor
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Navien Error Code E736

Abnormal cascade communication

Check this first

  • Check the Ready-link cable

Leave to a technician

  • Check the cascade settings
  • Check the PCB version for compatibility
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Navien Error Code E740

Abnormal outdoor temperature sensor open or short (appears only when the outdoor reset curve is enabled)

Leave to a technician

  • Ensure that the outdoor reset curve is configured properly
  • Check the outdoor temperature sensor wiring connection
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Navien Error Code E760

Flushing / Service alarm

Check this first

  • A heat exchanger flush is required
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Navien Error Code E782

Abnormal main panel communication

Check this first

  • Check the PCB
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Navien Error Code E785

Abnormal flow sensor operation

Check this first

  • Check the Cold Water line
  • Check the Flow Switch connection
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Codes and checks are for general guidance. Gas, venting, and electrical work on a water heater should be done by a licensed plumber.