Viessmann · Boiler
F.359 No ignition spark
What the control is telling you
Burner in a fault state.
Applies to: Vitodens 200-W B2HE 85, 120, 150, 199
Likely causes
- Damaged electrode insulation
- No ignition voltage from BCU
- Faulty ignition module
Test and repair steps
- Check ignition electrode insulation.
- Check for 120 V AC at the ignition module during ignition; if absent, replace the BCU.
- If 120 V AC is present, replace the ignition module.
- Check cables and leads between ignition module and electrode.
- Reset the appliance.
Models that show this code
4 models in Vitodens 200-W B2HE
Other codes on the same units
- F.353 Insufficient gas supply, output reduced
- F.354 Gas modulation valve tolerance outside range
- F.355 Analogue signal reference check: flame signal at start
- F.357 Insufficient gas supply
- F.361 No or weak flame signal at burner start
- F.366 Gas valve supply does not switch off
- F.367 Gas valve supply does not switch off
- F.369 Flame loss right after ignition (safety time)
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Source: Viessmann Vitodens 200-W B2HE 85/120/150/199 Service Instructions 6167 813-24 (09/2026), Fault messages, p.62-73. Summarized in our own words; check the original manual for your model.
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