Error FH Boiler Cointra

What is the fault of the FH Cointra error affecting your boiler?

Hello hello! If you have a Cointra brand boiler, you may have encountered the FH error code on its display at some point. This code is not actually an error, but rather a notice that the boiler is performing an air purging cycle in the heating system.

This notice or FH error code on your Cointra boiler means that the appliance is removing any air that may have accumulated in the system and could affect the performance and safety of the appliance.

The air purging cycle typically lasts about 300 seconds, or about 5 minutes. During this time, the boiler will not operate, and no parameters can be adjusted. It is important to not touch anything and wait for the process to finish. Once finished, the boiler will return to its normal operation and can be used as usual.

But what can cause the FH error code to appear on Cointra boilers? Well, this issue (so to speak) can arise for several reasons, including the following:

• Incorrect or faulty installation of the boiler or heating system.
• Lack of pressure or flow in the heating system.
• An obstruction or leak in the heating system.
• An introduction of air into the heating system due to an open or improperly closed valve.
• A fault in any electronic or mechanical component of the boiler.

All of these situations that could negatively affect your boiler are fixable, so you have nothing to worry about. Let's see how to solve this issue!

How to solve the FH error of the Cointra boiler?

If you encounter the FH error code on your boiler, there's no need to worry. In most cases, it's a normal and necessary process to keep the boiler in good condition. However, if the code repeats frequently or if the boiler doesn't work properly after the purging cycle, you can follow these steps:

1. Let the boiler rest and wait for the purging process to finish: Even if it takes more than 5 minutes, let the boiler finish whatever process it may be doing. So, be patient and give your boiler time to complete its job. If the problem persists or takes too long, then proceed with the following steps.
2. Turn off and disconnect the boiler from the power supply to restart and refresh its sensors: This may help the boiler recognize the actual state of the circuit and adjust correctly. To do this, completely turn off your boiler and disconnect it from the power outlet for a few minutes. Then, reconnect it and turn it on again, now check if the FH error code has disappeared.
3. Check the pressure and flow of the heating circuit of your boiler: If there is any anomaly, adjust the pressure using the pressure gauge or bleed valve, and open or close the valves as necessary. To assist you with this task, you can consult the user manual provided by the manufacturer.
4. Inspect the heating circuit for possible obstructions or leaks: If you suspect that there may be something blocking the water flow or causing a pressure loss, remove or repair it as soon as possible.
5. Ensure that all valves in the circuit are properly closed and that there is no air entry: If there is any valve open or improperly closed, close it properly and bleed the air from the circuit using the automatic or manual bleeders on the boiler. You can consult the user manual provided by the manufacturer to perform this procedure according to your boiler model.
6. If the problem persists, please repeat all the previous steps and make sure to follow everything to the letter: There may be some detail that you missed or you may need to repeat the process several times to achieve an optimal result with your boiler. It may be necessary to repeat the solutions mentioned earlier to completely eliminate the FH error code. Follow all the instructions to the letter but this time with more attention to detail. If the problem still persists, please leave it in the hands of a qualified professional.
7. Call a Cointra technical service and request a home visit for a more thorough inspection: Now, if you have tried all the above solutions and the FH error code still appears on your boiler, it may be that the problem is more complicated to solve and requires the intervention of a qualified professional. In that case, you can contact Cointra's technical service and request a home visit for them to inspect your boiler and repair it if necessary.

In conclusion, the FH error code on Cointra boilers is a notice that the boiler is performing an air purging cycle in the heating circuit. This is normal and necessary to maintain the boiler in good condition, but if it repeats frequently or if the boiler does not work well after the cycle, there may be a more serious problem. To solve this issue, here's what you should do:

• Let the boiler rest and wait for the purging process to finish
• Turn off and disconnect the boiler from the power supply to restart and refresh its sensors
• Check the pressure and flow of the heating circuit of your boiler
• Inspect the heating circuit for possible obstructions or leaks
• Ensure that all valves in the circuit are properly closed and that there is no air entry
• If the problem persists, please repeat all the previous steps and make sure to follow everything to the letter
• Call a Cointra technical service and request a home visit for a more thorough inspection

And that's all for today! As we mentioned, this FH error code is not a problem per se, but rather a notice that your boiler is performing a purging process to remove air from the entire heating circuit. So, the best thing to do in this case would be to let the boiler finish this process on its own. Thank you very much for reading this far, see you later!