Viessmann fault code FA
Fault code FA on a Viessmann boiler (including Vitocrossal 200 and Vitocrossal CIB) means: Standstill or required fan speed not reached. Reset the appliance once. If the code comes back, a part is usually faulty. You can check the water pressure and settings yourself; leave work on gas-carrying parts to a certified gas engineer.
After a safety alert (gas, flue gas, combustion), reset no more than once and call in a certified gas engineer. If you smell gas, call your national gas emergency number or 112 immediately.
Cause
Fault code FA on a Viessmann boiler indicates: Standstill or required fan speed not reached.
Fixing fault code FA: step by step
- Check outside that the air intake and flue are clear (leaves, a nest, ice or snow).
- Reset the appliance once. If the code comes straight back, do not keep resetting it.
- If the fan does not start, or makes a loud or grinding noise, it is usually faulty. Replacing it means working on the sealed section: leave that to a qualified heating engineer.
Applies to
Viessmann Vitocrossal 200, Vitocrossal CIB, Vitodens 200-W, Vitodens 300-W, Vitodens 333, Vitodens 343-F, -.
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Fault code FA on other Viessmann series
The same code does not mean the same thing on every series. Check the rating plate to see which series you have:
- FA on Vitodens 100-W, Vitodens 111-W, -: Fan standstill not reached.
Matching parts
Viessmann parts are available from Instalpunt; shipping to EU countries from €12.95 (€16.95 for more distant countries), usually 3–5 working days.
This message does not point directly to one faulty part. These are the parts that most often fit this appliance:
- Viessmann gasket dn100 pn6 € 15.63
- Viessmann gasket dn50 pn16 € 17.67
- Viessmann electrode block gasket € 20.39
Fix it yourself or call an engineer?
Always consult the manual for your appliance and work safely. If in doubt or if the fault comes back, call in a qualified professional. A question about a part? Write to us at info@instalpunt.nl.
Frequently asked questions
What does Viessmann boiler fault code FA mean?
Standstill or required fan speed not reached.
How do I fix fault code FA on a Viessmann boiler?
First check the cause described above. Then restart the appliance using the reset button. If the message comes back, a part usually needs replacing or the fault needs to be repaired by a qualified professional.
Which parts do I need for Viessmann fault code FA?
That depends on the exact cause. In the Viessmann parts overview at Instalpunt you will find the current price and stock for each part.
Can I fix fault code FA myself?
You can reset the appliance and check things like the water pressure or settings yourself. Work on gas-carrying parts must be left to a certified gas engineer.
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