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Viessmann fault code

Viessmann b0: short circuit, flue gas temperature sensor

Engineer only

Viessmann describes b0 on Vitodens 100-W (B1HC/B1KC) boilers as: short circuit, flue gas temperature sensor.

What you can safely do

There is nothing you can safely do yourself with this one. Leave the boiler off and book an engineer.

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Applies to: Vitodens 100-W (B1HC/B1KC). Codes can differ between models, so check your manual.

From Viessmann's own fault tables. Your model name is usually on the front of the boiler or in the user manual.

Model	Meaning
Vitodens 100-W (B1HC/B1KC)	Short circuit, flue gas temperature sensor

Can I fix Viessmann b0 myself?

No. It needs a Gas Safe registered engineer to diagnose. Tell them the exact code and your boiler's model name.