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18 FAULT CODE
Viessmann

Pump Blocked or Not Running

High Severity Engineer Required

The circulation pump is not responding or is mechanically blocked. Water cannot flow through the heating system.

Step-by-Step Fix Guide

  1. Step 1

    A Gas Safe engineer will need to check if the pump is seized

  2. Step 2

    The pump may need cleaning, freeing up, or replacing

  3. Step 3 Engineer only

    Wiring to the pump should also be checked

Gas Safe Reminder

Work on gas appliances must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer. The steps above cover safe checks a homeowner can perform - any internal component replacement requires a qualified professional. If in doubt, always call an engineer.

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