Laars Error 160: Fan Speed Threshold Not Reached
The combustion fan did not reach its required speed during start-up or ignition, often due to a restricted air supply or a fan/wiring problem. We diagnose and repair it across Greater Vancouver — same-day and after-hours.
The combustion fan did not reach its required speed during start-up or ignition, often due to a restricted air supply or a fan/wiring problem.
Laars fault codes can vary by model and series. Use this as a guide — the same code can have more than one cause. Our Technical Safety BC–licensed technicians read the code, confirm it against your unit's manual, and diagnose the true cause before any repair.
Likely causes of Laars error 160
- Blocked or restricted air intake or exhaust vent
- Faulty combustion fan or its wiring
- Failed fan tachometer feedback
- Obstructed venturi / air passage
- Failed control
What you can safely check
- Check the outside air-intake and exhaust terminals are clear of snow, debris, or nests
- Listen for whether the fan spins up at start-up before lockout
Beyond these checks, do not open the unit or touch gas/electrical parts — BC law requires a licensed gas fitter. Call us for a proper diagnosis.
Error 160 usually leaves you without heat or hot water and can indicate a safety-related fault. Don't keep resetting it — call for priority after-hours Laars repair.
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