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0E99 High Lockout

Your boiler system is having trouble talking to the other boilers it works with, which may prevent some or all units from heating properly.

Call an engineer soon

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

Technical description: Simple cascade communication error

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the communication link between multiple boilers in a shared system is broken or interrupted. The most common reason is a loose connection in the wiring that links the units together, or a failure in the electronic control board that manages how the boilers talk to each other.

Typical repair cost £90-250 (including labour)

Engineer required

This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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