1 06 High

Ariston 1 06 Fault Code

Also written as 106 — same fault.

The Ariston 1 06 fault code means: your boiler has detected that water is returning to the unit hotter than it was sent out, which usually means the water isn't moving through your radiators properly.. It appears on 15 Ariston models in our database.

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Technical description: Insufficient circulation — Trit >Tman+10°C for 3 times
Typical repair cost £100-350 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Check that all radiator valves are fully open.Ensure the boiler pressure is between 1 and 1.5 bar on the gauge.Bleed all radiators to remove trapped air which may be blocking flow.

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Ariston models that show the 1 06 fault code

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Source

Ariston 1 06 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Ariston service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 7 July 2026