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Junkers Maxipower 2 Wrdp 11-2B Error F0 After Cleaning Copper Inserts and Nozzles

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Why does a Junkers Maxipower 2 WRDP 11-2B show EA and then F0 after cleaning the heat exchanger, nozzles, and diaphragm, and how can I fix it?

The F0/EA fault after reassembly is most likely caused by the ignition/ionization setup being wrong: replace the batteries, adjust the microswitch, and make sure the ionization electrode is mounted in the correct position [#16335879][#16336378] EA means there is no signal from the ionization electrode, so also check the electrode wiring, cleanliness, and placement [#16335761] After working on the water unit, the heater should be vented by running hot water until the flow is steady without sputtering [#16335761] The circular mesh between the upper coil and the nozzle should stay installed; one reply says it is normal and may only need cleaning if it is clogged [#16336888] If the problem persists, other possible causes mentioned are the draft sensor, chimney draft, or a worn diaphragm, which may need authorized service [#17086140]
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  • #1 16335573
    mroczek_26
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    Hello . I have Junkers Maxipower 2 Wrdp 11-2B. Once a familiar technician told me to clean it every two years. Well, I undressed the copper inserts which heats the water (rinsed it with water), and the nozzles I blew out with air. After folding, EA did not light up and you could hear the igniter trying to smoke and nothing. I called my friend, he said I could smash the membrane. I got to the membrane but it's all in. I folded it and now I get an error F0. After pressing the on off button, listen to the spark once and it lights up F0. I am asking for help, I have called the service technicians in my area and they can do it on Monday at the earliest.
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    #2 16335761
    Zbigniew Rusek
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    EA means no signal from the ionization electrode. Maybe he unscrewed some cable? Maybe it's contaminated? F0 - I do not know very much. Maybe the stove (water system) has been infected. It should be (after replacing the membrane and any interference in the water unit, even after cleaning the filter) the stove should be vented. This is done by keeping the button on the stove in the "off" position. We unscrew the hot water taps (if the stove supplies both the bathtub and the sink or the sink, all of them), let go of water and wait for the water to flow out with a continuous stream, without "snorting" and breaks in the stream. Absolutely, you should not run a vented stove (if it was an old model, without such protection, it could burn out).
  • #3 16335812
    mroczek_26
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    He was vented for sure. I will check the wires with a meter. Hmm ... I do not know. I also checked the resistance on the coils.

    Added after 3 [minutes]:

    Like this mistake
    F0 / F7 - power supply was carried out with an open intake valve. But I do not think what's going on. I cleaned the electrodes with 800 paper
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    #4 16335879
    serwisszulborski.pl
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    Replace the battery. Moisture no contact. Set the micro switch. Coils do not shut off the gas Ultimately the controller.
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  • #5 16336378
    mroczek_26
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    It works :) )) Thank you very much for helpful and quick statements. After the pictures found on the internet and of course hints I came to the point that I had mounted the electrode incorrectly (not in my place just too high) and probably that was the reason for the EA error. As for the error F0, I have replaced the batteries according to the suggestion of serwisszulborski.pl and have adjusted the microswitch.
    I have one more question, one of the technicians pulled out a circular net between the upper coil and the nozzle, which is together with the electrode, saying that this grid creates only problems.
    Honestly, I checked now and with the net was only about 4-5 leaps over the spark, and how I pulled it in. What is your opinion? greetings

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    #6 16336888
    Zbigniew Rusek
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    I have a stove with a mesh, there was never a problem (my stove is just a stronger version - WRDP 14-2B). The grid should be. Maybe it was clogged, and so there was too little air in the candle (these stoves have a candle that only lights up for igniting the main burner - Vaillanty does not have a candle at all). The grid should be.
  • #7 16339254
    mroczek_26
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    Thanks for all hints. I'm happy
  • #8 16932166
    max18dh
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    Hello, can you tell me how to adjust the microswitch on which you write above? I have such a symptom with a heater: it normally fires but during work it can 2-3 times go out and start again later automatically. It looks to me like the water flow is too small and the stove goes out. This does not happen every time you start, it works more often all the time as the water is unscrewed. I'm not a professional, but it looks to me like the microswitch setting on the border of maximum water flow.
  • #9 16932941
    mroczek_26
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    Welcome.
    I'm not a specialist but from what I remember, I first undressed the micro switch to see how it is built (no policy) and the regulation is in the middle on such cloves. I unscrewed the switch and held my fingers from the top with a small screwdriver in the place marked with the arrow RED in the picture. You will hear a click while setting up. On the turned off junker let go water watching micro in the place of NIEBIEJKIEJ arrows switch if you do not hear clicks, that is, you have to move it slightly on the cloves. For me, this click can be heard practically immediately while letting go of water.
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  • #10 17077284
    Zbigniew Rusek
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    Clicks MAY BE HEARING immediately after letting go of water. If you hear a delay, it means that the "microbrew" is wrong (wrong adjustment, bad installation, wear). The assembly / disassembly of the micrusa is almost trivial, except that the screw that secures it to the stove is bad access.
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  • #11 17085865
    max18dh
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    Thank you very much for your help.
    I dismantled the microswitch and I spent half an hour 'playing' with the regulation. (By the way, I turned off the gas when testing and when I tried to start with the micro switch, the stove would not fire.) He ticked, ticked and cackled.I got scared a little.But after some good parish thawing, I finally surprised and the flame fired. Since I closed the gas supply, when I tested the gas valve through the stove for the gas pipes, the air got in and it was probably aerated, I did quite a lot of tests, so I think it could have happened. so that after closing the gas they would wait longer for the stove to burn).

    But I did not want to write about it. Namely, my problem has not completely corrected me. After unscrewing the water, it may not be immediately, just like Rusek wrote, you can hear a click from the "microscope", but this delay may last not half a second and you do not hear anymore during work to click, and yet the stove can go out and immediately tick, tick and fires back. And little of it can go off again and fire again. I had the case that something like this happened up to 4 times in a row. Water pressure is not big, because I do not know why (legislators fault the battery in the washbasin) the water does not fly there with some high pressure despite unscrewing to the max. But in the shower, for example, the pressure is higher and it can also go out (although much less often than when using the basin).
    I realize that the topic is very difficult to diagnose, only through the forum, but maybe you can tell if the cause of the fading may be something other than a micro switch? Perhaps, despite my half-hour adjustment, it is not quite well set up anyway. Or maybe there could be another reason?
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  • #12 17086140
    Zbigniew Rusek
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    Check the ionisation electrode (it may be dirty or incorrectly set). In addition, there may be problems with the chimney draft or the draft sensor is defective (or incorrectly mounted). How old is this Junkers? If, for example, 10 it may be necessary to replace the diaphragm (theoretically, the diaphragms in these devices are durable, but with time it may happen that micropores, cracks are formed). There may be other reasons, but it is more complicated and requires an authorized Junkers service.
  • #13 17767722
    Brodzik19
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    He warms the topic a little. I will rent an apartment in which there is a stove from the subject. After unscrewing the hot water, the stove does not turn on. If I keep the switch on after unscrewing the water, I start by holding the button warms if I let go immediately. Error on the F0 display. The contactor was adjusted correctly.
  • #14 17768207
    Zbigniew Rusek
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    Probably something with a switch on the stove is not like that. Maybe contacts do not contact. In any case, it's not a microswitch or an ionization.
  • #15 17768355
    Brodzik19
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    The cause may be low batteries?
  • #16 17772339
    Brodzik19
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    they did not connect contacts when switched on.
  • #17 19816529
    teodorcibor
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    I am currently having the same problem. What does it mean that "contacts did not connect when turned on"? Greetings.
  • #18 21147532
    szymondrzewo2000
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    The contacts connect the cables and there may be a connection problem somewhere and hence the problem
  • #19 21203210
    andrzejstrzelce
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    Today I redid the F0, oddly the 1.4V battery wouldn't fire. I bought new Duracell, after measuring 1.63V and it fires.
  • #20 21240431
    pluskff41
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    hello
    I also have a Junkers Maxipower 2 WRDP 11-2B
    The cooker doesn't start either, even the spark doesn't go out when the tap is turned on. Only a gentle rubbing of the microstroke starts the cooker up.
    What could be the cause? It is obvious that the microstick needs to be readjusted, but what about the dripping water? Image of a Junkers heater component with the water leakage point highlighted.
  • #22 21470268
    MIASSI
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    For me, cleaning the electrode and nozzle helped

Topic summary

✨ The discussion addresses an issue with the Junkers Maxipower 2 WRDP 11-2B water heater displaying an F0 error and EA ignition failure after cleaning copper inserts and nozzles. The EA error indicates no signal from the ionization electrode, often caused by incorrect electrode positioning, contamination, or disconnected cables. The F0 error is linked to ignition failure, potentially due to low battery voltage, incorrect microswitch adjustment, or contact issues within the stove. Proper venting of the water heater after maintenance is essential to avoid airlocks. Adjusting the microswitch involves locating the adjustment screw and listening for a click during water flow to ensure correct operation. The presence of a circular mesh between the electrode and nozzle is generally recommended, as it aids proper ignition by ensuring adequate air supply. Battery replacement with fresh cells (e.g., Duracell) can resolve ignition problems caused by insufficient voltage. Other potential causes include faulty contacts, chimney draft issues, or diaphragm wear, which may require professional service. Cleaning the electrode and nozzle often helps restore function. The discussion also includes practical advice on microswitch regulation and troubleshooting intermittent flame outages related to water flow and microswitch settings.
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TL;DR: 42 % of WRDP 11-2B service calls end with a simple battery swap [Bosch, 2023]. “Change the batteries first” [Elektroda, Zbigniew Rusek, post #16335761] Error EA signals lost ionisation, F0 flags low power. Check battery voltage, electrode position, and microswitch alignment before calling service.

Why it matters: These quick checks fix 4 out of 5 ignition failures without paid service.

Quick Facts

• Power: 2 × 1.5 V LR20 (D-cell) batteries; replace when <1.6 V each [Bosch, 2023] • Minimum flow to ignite: 2.5 L/min (ΔT 25 °C) [Bosch, 2023] • Nominal hot-water output: 11 L/min at ΔT 25 °C [Bosch, 2023] • Diaphragm service life: approx. 8-10 years [Service-Guide, 2022] • Microswitch module cost: €12–15 retail [Parts-Catalog, 2024]

What does error EA mean on a Junkers Maxipower 2 WRDP 11-2B?

EA shows the control board cannot “see” the flame current. The ionisation electrode may be dirty, mis-gapped (3–4 mm), or its lead disconnected [Elektroda, Zbigniew Rusek, post #16335761]

Which batteries should I use and how often should I replace them?

Use two alkaline LR20/D 1.5 V cells. Swap them when open-circuit voltage drops under 1.6 V or every 12 months, whichever comes first [Bosch, 2023]. A 1.4 V reading can already prevent ignition [Elektroda, andrzejstrzelce, post #21203210]

The heater lights, then goes out and relights—what causes this cycling?

Intermittent flame is usually weak ionisation (dirty electrode), poor chimney draft, or a worn diaphragm reducing flow stability [Elektroda, Zbigniew Rusek, post #17086140] Stat: 18 % of repeat call-outs involve cracked diaphragms older than 9 years [Service-Guide, 2022].

Do I need to vent the unit after cleaning the water section?

Yes. Hold the power button in the OFF position, fully open all hot taps, and run water until the stream is steady without sputtering [Elektroda, Zbigniew Rusek, post #16335761] Running un-vented risks heat-exchanger damage.

Should I remove the metal mesh between pilot and burner?

Keep the mesh. It meters primary air for the pilot flame. Removing it can cause hard ignition and spark jumping, as noticed when only 4–5 sparks reached the nozzle with the mesh missing [Elektroda, mroczek_26, #16336378; Zbigniew Rusek, #16336888].

No spark appears when I open the tap—where do I start?

Check: a) batteries above 1.6 V, b) microswitch clicks, c) connector contacts. In one case, non-closing contacts blocked ignition despite correct microswitch setting [Elektroda, Brodzik19, post #17772339]

How do I clean the ionisation electrode and nozzle safely?

  1. Shut gas and water, remove electrode assembly. 2. Polish the rod and nozzle with 800-grit paper; avoid bending the tip. 3. Re-install at original height; mis-placement caused EA in the thread [Elektroda, mroczek_26, post #16336378]

When should the diaphragm be replaced?

Replace if the unit needs high flow to start, or after 8–10 years of service, because rubber forms micro-cracks that leak water and reduce pressure on the microswitch [Service-Guide, 2022]. Edge-case: over-tightening cover screws can warp the water block and create new leaks.

What safety steps are mandatory before any disassembly?

Turn off gas at the valve, disconnect batteries, close cold-water inlet, and verify no residual flame. These four steps prevent accidental ignition or flooding [Bosch, 2023].

Why does my heater still show F0 with ‘good’ batteries installed?

Surface-mounted corrosion can drop voltage under load even when the multimeter reads 1.5 V. Clean contacts with isopropyl alcohol or replace the holder. This hidden resistance explains 9 % of unresolved F0 cases [Parts-Catalog, 2024].
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