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Loc 2 Gas valve relay fault
What the control is telling you
The control saw a problem in the gas valve electrical circuit and locked out.
Applies to: B85, B120, B160 (NG and LP)
Likely causes
- Loose gas valve harness connection
- Loose or poor line, neutral or ground connection to the boiler, or a bad internal ground
- Electrical noise nearby (welders, large pump drives)
- Failed ICB
Test and repair steps
- Check the gas valve wiring harness for a loose plug.
- Check line, neutral and ground at the boiler and the internal ground connections.
- Remove sources of electrical noise on the same circuit.
- If nothing is found, replace the ICB.
Settings for these units
Maintenance intervals · Glow B85/B120/B160
| Item | When |
|---|---|
| Annual inspection by a technician | Every year (warranty) |
| Relief valve try-lever test | Annually |
| LWCO test | Annually |
| Condensate trap clean | Annually (14.3) |
| Heat exchanger combustion-side wash | Annually or when combustion drifts (14.4) |
| Burner door silicone gasket | Replace if damaged or after 2 years |
| Service reminder | 2.203 on, interval 2.204 (default 1000 days) |
Operating pressure should sit 5 psi under the relief valve rating (max 25 psig on a 30 psi valve); water never above 180 F.
Models that show this code
3 models in Glow B85/B120/B160
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Source: Glow Brand B85/B120/B160 Installation & Operation Manual V20231025, Table 12.1 p.62. Summarized in our own words; check the original manual for your model.
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