E41Utica Dunkirk

Utica Dunkirk E41 Error Code

No water temperature change during deaeration/ air purge Bad connection Supply/R

Source: dmg-240__utdu-dmg-240-iom.pdf

What does Utica Dunkirk E41 mean?

E41 on the Dunkirk DMG-240 means no water temperature change was detected during the deaeration and air-purge cycle. At first start-up, the boiler runs the circulator to purge air from the system. If the supply and return sensors do not detect any temperature differential during this cycle, the control concludes that water is not circulating and logs E41.

Symptoms

  • E41 displayed on the DMG-240 control panel during the initial deaeration/air-purge sequence.
  • Pump runs during the deaeration cycle but supply and return temperatures do not diverge.
  • Boiler does not advance past the air-purge phase to burner ignition.
  • System may have audible air sounds or gurgling indicating air lock.

Common causes

  • Air lock in the hydronic system preventing water circulation during deaeration.
  • Wiring connection to the supply or return temperature sensor is loose or disconnected.
  • Supply or return NTC temperature sensor is damaged or failed.
  • Circulator pump is not running due to a wiring fault or seized impeller.

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Diagnostic steps

  1. Verify the pump is running

    Listen and feel for pump operation during the deaeration cycle. If the pump is silent and not vibrating, check pump wiring connections and verify voltage at the pump terminals.

  2. Check temperature sensor wiring connections

    Inspect the wiring plugs on both the supply and return temperature sensors. Firmly reseat any loose connectors and check for damaged insulation or bent pins.

  3. Purge air from the system manually

    Use the auto-air vent and system bleed points to remove air from the hydronic circuit. Confirm the system is filled to the correct pressure (15–30 psi) before re-running deaeration.

  4. Test temperature sensor resistance

    Disconnect each NTC sensor and measure resistance at room temperature. Compare the reading to the published resistance-temperature chart in the IOM. Replace any sensor with an out-of-range reading.

  5. Re-run the deaeration function

    After correcting any wiring, sensor, or air-purge issues, initiate the deaeration function again from the installer menu and verify the supply and return temperatures begin to converge.

When to call a professional

Call a licensed technician if the pump fails to run after wiring inspection, if both sensors read incorrectly, or if the system cannot be purged of air due to a complex loop configuration. Boiler commissioning and the deaeration procedure on a new installation should be completed by a qualified technician to ensure safe first-start operation.