Burnham Boiler Error Codes
A plain-English reference to 8 common Burnham fault codes — what each means, what causes it, and when to call a licensed BC gas technician.
Burnham boilers (US Boiler Company) — including the Alta condensing combi — show a fault condition on the control when a safety circuit trips. This reference explains the common Burnham faults, their likely causes, and why ignition, fan, gas and venting faults are work for a licensed BC gas technician.
Smell gas? Leave the building immediately and call 911 or FortisBC at 1-800-663-9911 from outside. Never bypass a safety lockout or attempt gas work yourself — in BC it must be done by a licensed gas fitter.
Ignition fault
Flame failure
Over-temperature / high-limit
Combustion-fan fault
Air-pressure / venting fault
System water-pressure fault
Temperature-sensor fault
Condensate fault
Burnham error codes — FAQ
Why is my Burnham boiler showing an error code?
Burnham boilers display a fault code when a safety circuit detects a problem — for example with ignition, flame, water flow, temperature or venting. The code points to the affected system. The boiler shuts down to protect itself; a licensed technician then diagnoses the true root cause before repair.
Can I just reset my Burnham boiler?
A single reset after a one-off event is usually fine, but repeated resets without fixing the cause can be unsafe — especially for ignition, gas and venting faults — and can cause further damage. If the code returns, switch the boiler off and call GasBoilers.ca at 604-359-1081.
Do you repair all Burnham boiler models in Greater Vancouver?
Yes. Our Red Seal–certified, gas-licensed technicians service Burnham Alta, Aspen and Independence series across Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Richmond, the Tri-Cities and the rest of Greater Vancouver. Same-day appointments are often available.
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