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NTI Error Code 05 04: 10 flame lifts in one operating cycle (Boiler)

Updated · by Aurora Star Tech Inc.

NTI error code 05 04 on a boiler means: 10 flame lifts in one operating cycle. It is also called NTI diagnostic code 05 04.

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Homeowner? What NTI code 05 04 means for you

Call a technician Your boiler is reporting: 10 flame lifts in one operating cycle. The boiler has locked out or cannot run properly. One reset is fine; if the code comes back, it needs a licensed technician to find the cause.

Safe things you can check yourself

  • Check the thermostat: right mode (Heat or Cool), set a few degrees past room temperature, and fresh batteries if it uses them.
  • Make sure the unit has power: its on/off switch (often looks like a light switch near the unit) is ON and the breaker in the electrical panel is not tripped.
  • Look at the pressure gauge on the boiler. If it reads much lower than usual or near zero, or water is leaking, call a technician.
  • Outside, make sure the intake and exhaust pipes or vent cap are not blocked by snow, ice, leaves or a nest.
  • Check that the boiler gas valve is open (handle in line with the pipe).
  • Try one reset: turn the power off for 30 seconds, then back on. If the code comes back, stop resetting and call a technician.

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What does NTI error code 05 04 mean?

Flame lifted off the burner ten times in one cycle. Manual reset.

Applies to: TRX150

Common causes of NTI code 05 04

  • Gas pressure out of range
  • Faulty gas valve wiring
  • Faulty flame sensor

A technician checks these and 2 other possible causes on site before replacing any part.

Safety: Gas, electrical and refrigerant work must be done by a licensed technician. Turn off power and gas before servicing, never bypass a safety control, and always follow the manufacturer's manual for your exact model.

NTI models that use code 05 04

TRX085TRX110CTRX150TRX199TRX199C

Other NTI Boiler codes

CodeMeaning
4 12Room sensor open or short circuit, Zone 2
4 13Room sensor open or short circuit, Zone 3
4 30Detected accessory wired to BUS connection
4 31Code 431 (no description printed)
05 01Ignition lockout after 3 failed attempts
05 02Flame detected with gas valve closed
5 P11st ignition failed
5 P22nd ignition failed
5 P3Flame loss during run
5 P63rd and 4th ignition failed
06 02Exhaust temperature above 204 °F (96 °C)
06 03APS open

All NTI Boiler error codes →

NTI code 05 04: homeowner questions

What does NTI code 05 04 mean?

10 flame lifts in one operating cycle. Flame lifted off the burner ten times in one cycle. Manual reset.

Is it safe to keep using my boiler with code 05 04?

It depends on the cause. The boiler has locked out or cannot run properly. One reset is fine; if the code comes back, it needs a licensed technician to find the cause.

Can I reset NTI code 05 04 myself?

You can try one reset (power off for 30 seconds, then on). If NTI code 05 04 comes back, the cause is still there and a licensed technician should check it.

Who can fix NTI code 05 04 near me?

Aurora Star Tech Inc. repairs NTI boilers in Vaughan, Toronto and across the GTA. Call (647) 657-2977 or book a service call online.

Homeowner help: Boiler Not Heating: What to Check

Troubleshooting guides

Source: NTI TRX150 manual, p. 86. Written in our own words as a summary; always check the original manual.

General guidance for qualified technicians. The manufacturer's installation and service manual and local codes always take priority. Aurora Star Tech is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by any equipment manufacturer; brand and model names are used only to identify equipment and belong to their owners.

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