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What does my fault code mean?

  • Flashing L AND 6 False Flame Lockout
    • Reset the boiler

    • If this does not fix the problem, contact us on +35319617700, quoting Error Code L6.

  • Flashing L AND 1 Flow Temperature Overheat or No Water Flow

    Ensure that all radiator valves are open. Check that the water pressure to the boiler is at 1 to 1.5 BAR. Reset the boiler. If this does not fix the problem, please contact us on +35319617700.

  • Flashing C AND 0 BCC Activation Fault
    • Reset the boiler

    • If this does not fix the problem, contact us on +35319617700, quoting Error Code C0 as this will require a visit from an engineer.

  • Flashing C AND 2 BCC Chip
    • Reset the boiler.

    • If this does not fix the problem, contact us on +35319617700, quoting Error Code F2 as this will require a visit from an engineer.

  • Flashing F AND 0 No Water Flow Thermistor
    • Reset the boiler.

    • If this does not fix the problem, contact us on +35319617700, quoting Error Code F0 as this will require a visit from an engineer.

  • Flashing F AND 7 Low Mains Volume
    • Voltage to the boiler may be too low.

    • Contact a local electrician to inspect the electrics of your property.

  • Flashing F AND 6 Outside Sensor Fault
    • Reset the boiler.

    • If this does not fix the problem, contact us on +35319617700, quoting Error Code F6 as this will require a visit from an engineer.

  • Flashing F AND 5 Return Thermistor
    • Reset the boiler.

    • If this does not fix the problem, contact us on +35319617700, quoting Error Code F5 as this will require a visit from an engineer.

  • Flashing F AND 4 Flow Thermistor
    • Reset the boiler.

    • If this does not fix the problem, contact us on +35319617700, quoting Error Code F3 as this will require a visit from an engineer.

  • Flashing F AND 3 Fan Fault
    • Reset the boiler.

    • If this does not fix the problem, contact us on +35319617700, quoting Error Code F3 as this will require a visit from an engineer.

  • Flashing F AND 2 Flame Loss / Ignition Lockout
    • Reset the boiler.

    • If your gas meter is pas-as-you-go, check there is credit available.

    • Check other has powered items in your home, if these are also not working, you should contact your local gas engineer.

    • Check that the yellow gas isolation valve under the boiler hasn’t turned off. It if it on, the handle/knob will be pointing in the direction of the pipe.

    • If the boiler is making a gurgling/gargling noise whilst trying to fire, please contact your installer as there may be a blockage.

    • If this does not fix the problem, contact us on +35319617700, quoting Error Code F2.

  • Flashing F AND 1 Low Pressure
    • Water pressure is too low in the system and will require topping up to between 1 and 1.5 BAR.

  • Flashing L AND 5
    • The boiler has been resent too many times in 15 minutes.

    • Turn the power to the boiler on and off again to reset.

  • Flashing L AND 3 No Water Flow
    • Check that the water pressure to the boiler is at 1 to 1.5 BAR.

    • Check that the yellow gas isolation valve under the boiler hasn't been turned off. If it is on, the handle/knob will be in pointing in the direction of the pipe.

    • Turn the boiler off and bleed/let out the air of your radiators. Ensure the boiler pressure is still at 1 to 1.5 BAR and turn the boiler back on.

    • Press the reset button.

      If this does not fix the problem, contact us on +35319617700, quoting Error Code L3.

  • Flashing L AND 2 Flame Loss or Ignition Lockout
    • Reset the boiler.

    • If your gas meter is pay-as-you-go, check there is credit available.

    • Check other gas powered items in your home, if these are also not working, you should contact a local gas engineer.

    • Check that the yellow gas isolation valve under the boiler hasn't been turned off. If it is on, the handle/knob will be in pointing in the direction of the pipe.

    • If the boiler is making a gurgling/gargling noise whilst trying to fire, please contact your installer as there may be a blockage.

    • If this does not fix the problem, contact us on +35319617700, quoting Error Code L2.