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P9 on a Baxi Assure Monobloc ASHP: DC fan motor protect
Short answer
On a Baxi heat pump, P9 means: DC fan motor protect. The manual does not say whether the heat pump stops. An engineer is needed to fix the cause.
Reviewed 23 September 2026 · 1 source
What it means
The manual says: DC fan motor protect.
Part involved: DC fan motor / fan driver.
Likely causes:
- Contact your local manufacturer.
Is it safe?
| Does the heat pump stop? | Not stated |
|---|---|
| Engineer needed? | Yes |
The manual does not say whether the heat pump stops.
Resetting itself: unknown.
Manual reset: Power OFF/ON after correcting cause (ISM 13.4).
What you can check
- Note the exact code shown on the controller and when it appeared.
- Check the outdoor unit is not blocked by leaves, debris, snow or covers and has clear airflow.
- If the code persists or returns, contact a heat pump engineer.
What the engineer will check
- Contact your local manufacturer.
Who to ask for: heat pump engineer with electrical competence.
Certification: Qualified electrician / manufacturer-trained heat pump engineer; F-gas if refrigerant circuit is opened.
What you might notice
Sources
- Installation and owner's manual - Heat Pump air/water 'inverter' Assure Mono 5, 7, 9, 12, 16 ↗ · Back cover shows '7762758 - v05 - 19082020' (same number as the Assure Split manual - probably shared back-cover artwork) · page 75 · Reviewed 23 September 2026
A code explains what the controller detected, not a confirmed root cause.
Reviewed: 23 September 2026