Bosch fault code --226
Fault code --226 on a Bosch boiler (including Compact) means: Service Tool has been connected. 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 --226 on a Bosch boiler indicates: Service Tool has been connected.
Applies to
Bosch Compact, 24 HRC Compact 3, 28 HRC Compact 4, 30 HRC Compact 5.
Matching parts
Bosch 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. These are the parts that most often fit this appliance:
- Nefit seal burner plate DN196 € 12.42
- Nefit burner seal DN220 for ProLine € 13.73
- Nefit flow / return sensor for ProLine and TrendLine € 17.65
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 Bosch boiler fault code --226 mean?
Service Tool has been connected.
How do I fix fault code --226 on a Bosch 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 Bosch fault code --226?
That depends on the exact cause. In the Bosch parts overview at Instalpunt you will find the current price and stock for each part.
Can I fix fault code --226 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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