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Navien Combi Boiler: Force minimum or maximum firing (special operations)

Updated · by Aurora Star Tech Inc.

Force minimum or maximum firing (special operations) on a Navien combi boiler: Special operations hold the burner at a fixed rate for gas pressure and CO2 checks; they return to normal after 3 hours with no input.

Homeowner with a combi boiler problem? Call (647) 657-2977 or book a service call — licensed technicians across Vaughan and the GTA.

Applies to: NCB-250/150H, NCB-240/130H, NCB-240/110H, NCB-190/080H, NCB-190/060H

How to fix force minimum or maximum firing (special operations): step by step

  1. Hold Back and Menu together for 3 seconds and choose 7. Special Operations.
  2. Normal returns to normal operation.
  3. 1st MIN / 4. 2nd MIN: minimum firing (low-fire CO2 / offset).
  4. DHW 1st MAX / 5. DHW 2nd MAX: DHW maximum firing.
  5. SH 1st MAX / 7. SH 2nd MAX: SH maximum firing (inlet gas pressure, high-fire CO2).
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.

If the unit shows an error code, look it up: Navien Combi Boiler codes

Models

NCB-190/060HNCB-190/080HNCB-240/110HNCB-240/130HNCB-250/150H

Source: Navien NCB-H Installation & Operation Manual, 11.6.6-11.6.8, p.125-128. 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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