Alpha A flashing Fault Code
Also written as AFLASHING — same fault.
The Alpha A flashing fault code means: your boiler's internal thermometer is malfunctioning, meaning the system can no longer tell how hot the water is and has stopped working to keep you safe.. It appears on 5 Alpha models in our database.
Technical description: Temperature sensor fault, contact your Service Engineer.
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This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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Alpha models that show the A flashing fault code
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Source
Alpha A flashing fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Alpha service / installation manuals for each affected model.
Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 7 July 2026