Alpha InTec 30C, 34C Error 38: Loss of flame rectification

Alpha InTec gas boiler · taken from the manufacturer’s manual, pages cited

Fault code38

The system lost its flame signal after a fan purge attempt. The manual's first action is: “Check flame sensing electrode and lead Check for flue gas recirculation Check/adjust the gas valve settings Check/adjust the fan speed settings”

Model
Alpha InTec 30C, 34C
Display shows
Loss of flame rectification (38)
Type
Fault code
Source
Manual p. 42

What 38 means

Loss of flame rectification p. 42

Common causes

  • Flame detected but signal is lost. Ignition reattempts after fan purge p. 42

What to do

  1. Check flame sensing electrode and lead Check for flue gas recirculation Check/adjust the gas valve settings Check/adjust the fan speed settings p. 42

If 38 is still not resolved

The manual gives no further instruction for this code. Open the code table in the PDF or contact Alpha InTec service.

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