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S.3

S.3 — Heating Mode Ignition Problem (EcoTEC 65kW)

Vaillant · Turbomax Plus Boilers

What does S.3 mean?

This error indicates that the EcoTEC 65kW boiler is experiencing a problem igniting the burner while in heating mode.

Common Causes

  • Ignition fault
  • Gas supply issue

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Confirm your gas supply is active by checking other gas appliances.

  2. 2

    Ensure the condensate pipe is not frozen, especially if it's an external pipe.

  3. 3

    Restart the boiler by switching it off and on at the main power.

  4. 4

    If ignition continues to fail, contact a qualified heating engineer to inspect the ignition components.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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F.00F.00 — Flow NTC Cable Defective or Broken (Turbomax Plus)F.00, F.04, F.05, F.10, F.14, F.15F.00, F.04, F.05, F.10, F.14, F.15 — NTC Sensor Fault (Ecomax Pro 828E)F.01F.01 — Feed Temperature Sensor (NTC) Fault or Open Circuit (Turbomax Plus)
Source: Vaillant Turbomax Plus Boilers
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