Fault Codes: Further Details
W 45 H
The W 45 H warning code signifies a disruption in 120VAC to the
120VAC PCB on Combi Plus models.
More times than not, the cause of the W 45 H code is a loss of
120VAC supply power to the Combi. This could be the result of a failed
20A fuse at the breaker panel or the fact that the NEMA 5-20P plug
from the Combi simply is not plugged into the outlet. A tripped GFCI
outlet, if the manufacturer has elected to use one, could also cause
this issue.
If the Water Temperature Switch (WECO) senses temperature above
185°F (85°C), the manual resettable switch (See Yellow Circle) will
activate and issue a W 45 H error code. If this occurs, simply power
OFF the Combi and insert a pen or thermostat screwdriver into the
access hole on the left side of the PCB cover (See Red Circle). Feeling
and hearing a *click* is evidence of a WECO that has been reset.
W 255 H
The W 255 H warning code signifies a loss of 12VDC supply
voltage to the Combi and/or a communication loss between the
Combi and the CP Plus.
Although the CP Plus and Combi are both powered by 12VDC,
they are powered separately and do not share the same 12VDC
circuit. Communication between the CP Plus and Combi is
accomplished through a 6 pin Data Cable, where the color of the
wires on each plug match.
A W 255 H warning code will occur when the CP Plus loses
contact with the Combi. This could occur due to a disruption in
the 12VDC power supply to the Combi (must be between 11-
15VDC) or a damaged/disconnected Data Cable between the
CP Plus and Combi.
DATA CABLE
12VDC
CONNECTION
WECO
ACCESS HOLE
CABLE
CONNECTION CABLE
CONNECTION
E 112 H, E 121 H, E 122 H, E 202 H, E 211 H,
and/or E 212 H
All (6) of these error codes refer to either a “Flame Unstable” or “Flame
Not Detected” malfunction, which essentially means that there was a
problem with at least one of the three ingredients for combustion (air,
fuel, spark). The three main reasons are detailed below.
The Gas Shutoff Switch is an ON/OFF switch that is wired in series
between the 12VDC PCB and the Gas Valve. If it is in the OFF
position, the Gas Valve will NOT open during the ignition sequence to
allow gas into the combustion chamber.
The Combi utilizes a “pipe within a pipe” Exhaust/Fresh Air Intake
system to keep the two separate while ensuring a balanced level of
combustion. If the interior Exhaust Pipe develops a hole or becomes
disconnected, the Exhaust and Intake Air will mix, leading to improper
combustion and one of these error codes.
The Combi requires a dynamic supply pressure of 11-13”WC. If the
gas supply is outside of this range, or not ON at all, during start up or
operation the Combi will issue one of these error codes.
GAS SHUTOFF
FRESH AIR
EXHAUST AIR