A.O. Smith fault code F09
Fault code F09 on an A.O. Smith water heater (including BFC) means: Water temperature protection: The temperature at the top of the tank is higher than 93°C. 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 F09 on an A.O. Smith water heater indicates: Water temperature protection: The temperature at the top of the tank is higher than 93°C.
Applies to
A.O. Smith BFC, 50, 100, 120, 28, 30, 60, 80.
Fault code F09 on other A.O. Smith series
The same code does not mean the same thing on every series. Check the rating plate to see which series you have:
- F09 on ADMR, 115, 135, 40, 50, 60: Water temperature protection. Temperature at the top of the tank is higher than 93 °C.
- F09 on Innovo, IR 12-160, IR 12-200, IR 20-160, IR 20-200, IR 24-245: Temperature fault: The temperature in the tank is above 97ºC.
Matching parts
A.O. Smith parts are available from Instalpunt; shipping to EU countries from €17.95 (€24.95 for more distant countries), usually 3–5 working days.
This message does not point directly to one faulty part. If the code keeps coming back, view the A.O. Smith parts:
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 A.O. Smith water heater fault code F09 mean?
Water temperature protection: The temperature at the top of the tank is higher than 93°C.
How do I fix fault code F09 on an A.O. Smith water heater?
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 A.O. Smith fault code F09?
That depends on the exact cause. In the A.O. Smith parts overview at Instalpunt you will find the current price and stock for each part.
Can I fix fault code F09 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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