FAQ
TL;DR: A healthy Buderus G124 needs >3 µA ionisation current [Elektroda, piracik, post #20013983]; “clean the nozzle before buying parts” [Elektroda, TB.PL, post #20013815] Regular maintenance solves most “BLA burner” errors.
Why it matters: This FAQ helps Buderus owners fix random ignition shut-downs without costly guesswork.
Quick Facts
• Ionisation current spec: >3 µA for reliable flame detection [Elektroda, piracik, post #20013983]
• Ignition safety time ts: 5 s (mod.5) or 10 s (mod.10) on DKG 972 [Elektroda, marik, post #8845159]
• New Satronic TFI 812.2 costs ≈ PLN 350 online [Elektroda, piracik, post #20013983]
• Electrode kit price ≈ 10 € (≈ PLN 45) [Elektroda, Soloo, post #4807469]
• Nozzle drill size: 0.47–0.5 mm for proper gas jet [Elektroda, antares29, post #5032250]
Why does my Buderus Logano G124 show “BLA burner” and shut down every few days?
The controller loses the flame signal when the ignition “candle” is weak or dirty. Clogged nozzle holes or carbon on the ionisation electrode drop the ionisation current below 3 µA, so Satronic closes the gas and flags “BLA burner” [Elektroda, kunert7, post #4790644][Elektroda, piracik, post #20013983]
How can I tell if the ionisation electrode is faulty?
Measure ionisation current in series with the electrode lead; values <3 µA mean poor detection [Elektroda, piracik, post #20013983] Visible cracks, loose mounting, or soot deposits also indicate replacement is needed [Elektroda, marik, post #8845159]
What ionisation current should I measure on a working G124?
3 µA is the Buderus service threshold. Below that, flame supervision becomes unreliable [Elektroda, piracik, post #20013983]
How do I clean the ignition burner nozzle?
- Isolate power and gas.
- Remove mesh and nozzle; ream with a 0.47–0.5 mm drill or stiff wire [Elektroda, antares29, post #5032250]
- Re-fit parts; leak-test with soapy water. A 20-year-old boiler resumed normal ignition after this 5-minute task [Elektroda, TB.PL, post #20013815]
Can reversing the power-plug polarity cure ignition failures?
Yes, wrong polarity or missing earth can stop flame recognition; swapping L and N or restoring ground cleared repeated lockouts in two cases [Elektroda, Strzelec84, post #8611954][Elektroda, miś55, #11454030].
When should I replace the Satronic TFI 812.2 controller?
Replace it if solder cracks or a sticky relay persist after re-soldering and cleaning. Units over 18 years or 35 000 h often fail cold starts [Elektroda, Piorun2002, post #18201258][Elektroda, TB.PL, post #20013815]
Is the DKG 972 mod.21 a drop-in replacement for TFI 812.2?
Yes. Honeywell specifies it as the digital successor; wiring is identical, plus an extra diagnostic function. Follow the datasheet during swap [Elektroda, systemgaz, post #6177727]
Do I need a chimney draft sensor on the G124?
Many G124 installations lack the optional draft sensor; its absence will not trigger “BLA burner”. Temperature and ionisation circuits are the primary safeties [Elektroda, kunert7, post #4790644]
My ignition spark clicks but no gas flows—what should I check?
Verify gas valve power. If Satronic detects no flame within ts (5 s or 10 s), it never energises V1/V2. Clean or replace the nozzle and confirm ionisation path continuity [Elektroda, autoas, post #8845308][Elektroda, marik, post #8845159]
What causes soot under the flue outlet and burning smell?
Insufficient combustion air or weak chimney draft lets gas burn rich, producing soot and CO. Install a draft sensor and ensure room ventilation; shut the boiler until fixed [Elektroda, marik, post #8697147][Elektroda, wawrzeczko_t, post #8698297]
How do I decode Satronic DKG 972 blink codes?
One long + four short blinks = Code 14 (no flame within safety time). One long + six short = Code 16 (no gas to pilot). Full table is in the Satronic OEM PDF [Elektroda, marik, post #8845159]
Edge case: pilot lights but cuts out when main burner opens—why?
The main burner’s airflow can pull the pilot away from the ionisation rod if the ground electrode has slipped or the nozzle delivers too small a flame, causing immediate shutdown [Elektroda, piracik, post #18992185]
Can I buy just the nozzle or electrodes without full service visit?
Yes. Buderus partners sell individual parts, though some insist on fitting them. Independent suppliers list the starter burner gasket, nozzle, and electrodes from PLN 30 upward [Elektroda, autoas, post #8856517]
Safe DIY sequence to restore ignition?
- Clean electrode gap and nozzle.
- Measure ionisation current; adjust electrode until >3 µA.
- If faults persist, swap Satronic controller (≤ 10 minutes, one screw) [Elektroda, antares29, post #5032250][Elektroda, piracik, post #20013983]