Navien Error Code E205: Heating supply temperature sensor (Boiler)
Navien error code E205 on a boiler means: Heating supply temperature sensor. It is also called Navien diagnostic code E205.
Homeowner? What Navien code E205 means for you
Check, then call Your boiler is reporting: Heating supply temperature sensor. This is often caused by something simple. Try the safe checks below; if the code returns, book a service call before it turns into a no-heat or no-hot-water emergency.
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 Navien error code E205 mean?
Supply water sensor fault. Manual action: check flow and the thermistor connector.
Applies to: Navien NHB-H (NHB-055H/080H/110H/150H) and NFB-H fire-tube (NFB-175H/200H) condensing boilers
Common causes of Navien code E205
- Loose or damaged supply thermistor connector
- Failed sensor
- Abnormal flow giving out-of-range readings
Navien models that use code E205
NFB-175HNFB-200HNHB-055HNHB-080HNHB-110HNHB-150H
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Navien code E205: homeowner questions
What does Navien code E205 mean?
Heating supply temperature sensor. Supply water sensor fault. Manual action: check flow and the thermistor connector.
Is it safe to keep using my boiler with code E205?
It depends on the cause. This is often caused by something simple. Try the safe checks below; if the code returns, book a service call before it turns into a no-heat or no-hot-water emergency.
Can I reset Navien code E205 myself?
You can try one reset (power off for 30 seconds, then on). If Navien code E205 comes back, the cause is still there and a licensed technician should check it.
Who can fix Navien code E205 near me?
Aurora Star Tech Inc. repairs Navien boilers in Vaughan, Toronto and across the GTA. Call (647) 657-2977 or book a service call online.
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Source: Navien NHB-H Installation and Operation Manual, 11.14 Understanding Error Codes, p.119; Navien NFB-H Installation Manual, 11.7 Understanding Error Codes, p.116; NHB-H User's Information Manual (V1.0 Apr 2024), 5.2, p.24. Written in our own words as a summary; always check the original manual.
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