Ariston Clas HE R Fault codes & diagnostics

43 fault codes with plain-English explanations, severity ratings, DIY guidance, and repair cost estimates.

Regular Natural Gas 24 kW 2007-2013 Discontinued
GC Numbers 41-116-2241-116-2341-116-2641-116-46

Replaced by: GENUS PREMIUM EVO SYSTEM

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1 Emergency 29 High 10 Medium 3 Low

Which version do you have?

The GC number on your boiler's data badge identifies the exact appliance and production years, as recorded in the UK Product Characteristics Database.

GC number Appliance (register name) Produced
41-116-22 Clas HE 24 System 2007–2013
41-116-23 Clas HE System 30 2007–2013
41-116-26 Clas HE 18 System 2007–2013

All 43 documented codes

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1 02

Your boiler's water pressure sensor is failing to provide a signal, meaning the system cannot accurately measure how much water is inside, which prevents it from firing safely.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pressure Transducer
  • Wiring Harness

Related codes

1 03

Your boiler is struggling to push water around your heating system because the flow is too slow or blocked.

High DIY-safe £100-250

What to check first

  1. Check that all your radiator valves are fully open
  2. Ensure the system pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar on the boiler gauge
  3. Bleed your radiators to remove any trapped air that might be blocking the flow

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • System filter
  • Flow sensor

Related codes

1 04

Your boiler is struggling to move enough water through its system, which is often caused by low pressure or trapped air in the radiators.

High DIY-safe £90-250

What to check first

  1. Check your boiler's pressure gauge and ensure it is between 1 and 1.5 bar
  2. Bleed all radiators in the house to release any trapped air
  3. Check that all radiator valves are fully open

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • Pressure sensor
  • System filter

Related codes

1 05

Your boiler is struggling to push water around your heating system, usually because there is air trapped inside or the pressure is too low.

High DIY-safe £100-250

What to check first

  1. Check your boiler display to ensure the pressure gauge reads between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.
  2. If the pressure is below 1 bar, use your external filling loop to top it up to the correct level.
  3. Bleed your radiators using a radiator key to release any trapped air and then re-check the pressure.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • Pressure sensor
  • Automatic air vent

Related codes

1 06

Your boiler is struggling to push water around your heating system, likely due to a blockage or a pump issue, which has caused it to stop heating.

High DIY-safe £120-250

What to check first

  1. Check that all radiator valves throughout your home are fully open
  2. Ensure the system pressure is set to approximately 1.5 bar
  3. Bleed your radiators to release any trapped air and then top up the system pressure if needed

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • System filter
  • Flow sensor

Related codes

1 07

Your boiler is struggling to pump water around your heating system correctly, which is likely due to low pressure or a blockage.

High DIY-safe £100-250

What to check first

  1. Check your boiler pressure gauge and ensure it is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar
  2. If the pressure is low, use the filling loop to top it up to the required level
  3. Check that all your radiator valves are fully open to allow water to flow freely

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • System filter
  • Pressure sensor

Related codes

1 08

Your boiler has detected that the water pressure inside the system has dropped too low to operate safely.

High DIY-safe £0-£100

What to check first

  1. Locate the external filling loop, which is usually a flexible silver hose connected to two valves under the boiler.
  2. Slowly open the valves to allow mains water to enter the system until the pressure gauge reads between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.
  3. Close both valves firmly and check to ensure the pressure remains steady.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Filling loop
  • Pressure relief valve
  • Pressure transducer

Related codes

1 10

Your boiler has lost the ability to measure the temperature of the water currently heating your radiators due to a broken or disconnected sensor connection.

High Engineer only £120-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central Heating NTC Sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

1 12

Your boiler is unable to read the temperature of the water returning to it from your radiators, so it has stopped working as a safety precaution.

High Engineer only £120-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return NTC thermistor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

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1 14

Your boiler is struggling to read the outdoor temperature, which means it cannot automatically adjust your heating to match the weather outside.

Low Engineer only £100-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • External temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

1 18

Your boiler is struggling to accurately measure the temperature of the water circulating through your heating system, so it has stopped working for safety reasons.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

1 P1

Your boiler is struggling to pump water around your heating system correctly, which is preventing it from heating your home properly.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • Flow sensor
  • System filter

Related codes

1 P2

Your boiler is struggling to move water around your heating system effectively, preventing it from heating your home properly.

High DIY-safe £120-250

What to check first

  1. Check your radiator valves are fully open
  2. Ensure your system pressure is at the recommended level, typically between 1 and 1.5 bar
  3. Bleed your radiators to remove any trapped air that may be blocking the water flow

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • System filter
  • Diverter valve

Related codes

1 P3

Your boiler is struggling to move water around your heating system effectively, as if there is a blockage or too much air trapped inside.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • System filter
  • Diverter valve

Related codes

2 02

Your boiler is struggling to read the temperature of the water in your separate storage tank because the sensor responsible for checking it has a loose connection or a faulty reading.

Medium Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Hot water cylinder NTC sensor
  • Wiring harness
2 04

Your boiler is having trouble communicating with the solar panel sensor, meaning it cannot accurately monitor the temperature of your solar water heating system.

Low Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Solar temperature probe
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

2 07

Your solar water heating system has become too hot and has automatically shut down to prevent damage to the equipment.

Medium Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Solar pump
  • Solar sensor
  • Heat transfer fluid
  • Expansion vessel

Related codes

2 08

Your boiler has detected that the temperature inside the system is getting dangerously close to freezing and is running its built-in protection mode to prevent ice damage.

Low Engineer only £100-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Temperature sensor
  • PCB control board

Related codes

3 01

Your boiler's internal computer is experiencing a memory error, meaning it can no longer remember how to operate correctly.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB (Printed Circuit Board)
  • Main Control Unit

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3 02

Your boiler has lost the ability for its internal control brains to talk to one another, preventing it from starting up correctly.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Wiring harness
  • Display interface module

Related codes

3 03

Your boiler's central control computer is experiencing a communication fault and cannot operate the system safely.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

3 04

Your boiler has been manually restarted too many times in a short period, so it has triggered a temporary lockout as a protective measure.

Medium Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • Control PCB
  • Main User Interface

Related codes

3 05

Your boiler's main control computer is experiencing an internal electronic fault and cannot safely manage the heating or hot water processes.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB (Printed Circuit Board)

Related codes

3 06

Your boiler's central control computer is experiencing a communication or processing error, which has caused it to shut down for safety reasons.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB

Related codes

3 07

Your boiler's internal computer is experiencing a communication fault, which prevents the system from starting up or operating your heating and hot water.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

4 07

Your boiler is struggling to read the room temperature because the connection to the thermostat or temperature sensor has been interrupted or damaged.

Medium Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • External room thermostat
  • PCB connection cable
  • Main control board
5 01

Your boiler has stopped working because it cannot light the internal flame needed to heat your water.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ionisation electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB

Related codes

5 02

Your boiler has detected a flame when it should be turned off, which is a significant safety issue that requires immediate attention from a professional.

Emergency Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Main PCB

Related codes

5 04

Your boiler is struggling to keep the flame lit correctly, causing it to detach from the burner, which prevents the unit from heating your home safely.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Burner assembly
  • Air intake flue seals

Related codes

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5 P1

Your boiler has tried to start up but failed to light the flame, so it has temporarily locked itself out for safety.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB

Related codes

5 P2

Your boiler has tried and failed to light the gas flame twice, so it has stopped trying to prevent a buildup of gas.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB

Related codes

5 P3

Your boiler has detected that the flame inside has gone out during operation and it is struggling to stay lit.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Flame detection probe

Related codes

6 04

Your boiler's fan, which is essential for safely venting exhaust gases, is struggling to reach the speed it needs to operate, causing the system to stop as a safety precaution.

High Engineer only £180-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan unit
  • PCB (Printed Circuit Board)
  • Wiring harness
6 10

Your boiler has detected an interrupted electrical connection in the safety circuit, which has caused it to shut down to prevent potential overheating.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Thermo-fuse
  • Overheat thermostat
  • Wiring harness
7 01

Your boiler is struggling to accurately measure the temperature of the water being sent to your radiators, which may cause your heating system to work less efficiently or stop altogether.

Medium Engineer only £120-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Temperature Sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

7 02

Your boiler is struggling to accurately read the temperature of the water returning from your radiators, which means it cannot heat your home efficiently.

Medium Engineer only £120-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return temperature sensor (NTC)
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

7 03

Your boiler is having trouble reading the temperature for one of its heating areas, which may cause that specific part of your home to be colder than it should be.

Medium Engineer only £120-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

7 04

Your boiler is having trouble reading the temperature in one of the heating zones, which may stop that specific area of your home from heating up properly.

Medium Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

7 05

Your boiler is struggling to detect the flow of water correctly because a sensor that measures system pressure or circulation has stopped working properly.

Medium Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Hydraulic pressure sensor
  • Flow sensor
  • Wiring harness

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7 06

Your boiler has detected that the water temperature in your heating system has risen higher than the safe limit set for your radiators.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Temperature Sensor
  • Primary Heat Exchanger
  • Pump

Related codes

7 07

Your boiler has detected that the water temperature in one of your heating zones is higher than it should be, causing the system to shut down to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC temperature sensor
  • Zone valve actuator
  • Circulation pump

Related codes

116

Your boiler has detected that the external thermostat connected to your underfloor heating system has triggered a safety shut-off or is disconnected, meaning the heating will not run until this is resolved.

Medium Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Floor thermostat unit
  • Wiring interface circuit board

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