High
47 on Alpha Intec 24GS

Your boiler is overheating because it can't vent its exhaust fumes properly, so it has slowed down to protect itself from damage.

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Technical description

Reduced burner output - Flue thermostat has sensed high flue gas temperature (110°C) and reduced the burner output to prevent damage. If the temperature continues to rise the boiler will lock out and E03 will be displayed

Engineer required

This is a high severity fault. Stop using the boiler and call a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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