High
45 on Alpha Intec² 26CE

Your boiler has detected that the water leaving your heating system is returning much cooler than expected, suggesting a blockage or a failure to circulate heat properly.

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Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24 to 48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

High flow and return temperature difference detected - The temperature difference between the flow and return sensors is too high. When the temperature difference returns to a normal level the boiler will operate normally. The heat output is limited to prevent damage to the heat exchanger

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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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