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Rinnai Error Code 66: Bypass flow servo fault (Tankless)

Updated · by Aurora Star Tech Inc.

Rinnai error code 66 on a tankless water heater means: Bypass flow servo fault. It is also called Rinnai diagnostic code 66.

Medium severityTankless Water HeaterSENSEI RX/CX

Homeowner? What Rinnai code 66 means for you

Check, then call Your tankless water heater is reporting: Bypass flow servo fault. 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 that gas reaches the house: other gas appliances work, or the propane tank is not empty.
  • Make sure the heater is plugged in and its breaker is on. In winter, keep the power on: it protects the unit from freezing.
  • Outside, make sure the intake and exhaust pipes or vent cap are not blocked by snow, ice, leaves or a nest.
  • Check that the hot and cold water valves under the heater are fully open.
  • If you have a remote controller, turn it off and on once. If the code comes back, call a technician.

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What does Rinnai error code 66 mean?

The bypass flow control device (servo) circuit is faulty on SENSEI RX/CX units.

Applies to: SENSEI RX/CX Series

Common causes of Rinnai code 66

  • Wet harness or connector
  • Bypass flow control device resistance out of range
  • Failed bypass flow control device

A technician checks these and 1 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.

Rinnai models that use code 66

CX160iCX199iCXP160iCXP199iRX130iRX160iRX180iRX199iRXP160iRXP199i

Other Rinnai Tankless codes

CodeMeaning
54High exhaust gas temperature
57Burner overheat bi-metal switch open
58Secondary heat exchanger bi-metal switch open
61Combustion fan motor fault
63Recirculation low flow
65Water flow control device (servo) fault
70PC board fault
71Gas solenoid valve fault (SV0–SV4 on Non-SENSEI)
72Flame rod fault
73Burner thermocouple fault
79Water leakage detected
FEFlammable vapors detected

All Rinnai Tankless Water Heater error codes →

Rinnai code 66: homeowner questions

What does Rinnai code 66 mean?

Bypass flow servo fault. The bypass flow control device (servo) circuit is faulty on SENSEI RX/CX units.

Is it safe to keep using my tankless water heater with code 66?

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 Rinnai code 66 myself?

You can try one reset (power off for 30 seconds, then on). If Rinnai code 66 comes back, the cause is still there and a licensed technician should check it.

Who can fix Rinnai code 66 near me?

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

Homeowner help: Tankless Water Heater No Hot Water: What to Check

Troubleshooting guides

Source: Rinnai Troubleshooting TWH Diagnostic Codes (100000652), p.56. 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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