Alpha A Illuminated continuously Fault Code
Also written as AILLUMINATEDCONTINUOUSLY — same fault.
The Alpha A Illuminated continuously fault code means: your boiler has attempted to start but is unable to ignite its internal flame, meaning your heating and hot water will not work.. It appears on 3 Alpha models in our database.
Technical description: Burner has failed to light.
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This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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Alpha A Illuminated continuously 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 27 April 2026