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Er16Trianco · Activair R32 (S700 / S1200 - FG 9007 / FG 9012)
Er16 on a Trianco Activair R32: Coil temperature sensor failure
Short answer
On a Trianco heat pump, Er16 means: Coil temperature sensor failure. 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: Coil temperature sensor failure.
Part involved: temperature sensor/thermistor.
Likely causes:
- Sensor open circuit.
- Sensor short circuit.
- Main PCB damaged.
Is it safe?
| Does the heat pump stop? | Not stated |
|---|---|
| Engineer needed? | Yes |
The manual does not say whether the heat pump stops.
What you can check
- Note the exact code shown on the controller (a photo helps) and report it to your installer or the manufacturer's service line.
- Check the heat pump's supply breaker/isolator at the consumer unit is on (do not open any casing).
What the engineer will check
- Check the sensor connection.
- Replace the sensor.
- Replace the main PCB.
Who to ask for: heat pump controls / electrical.
Certification: Competent heat pump engineer; electrical competence for work inside the unit.
What you might notice
Sources
- Trianco Activair Air Source Heat Pump S700, S1200 - Installation and Service Manual (R32, FG 9007 / FG 9012) ↗ · 2022-04 issue · page 11, 20 · Reviewed 23 September 2026
A code explains what the controller detected, not a confirmed root cause.
Reviewed: 23 September 2026