How much does it cost to fix Ariston error code 7 - SAFETY SHUTDOWN?

Typical repair cost for the Ariston 7 - SAFETY SHUTDOWN fault is £150-300 including labour.

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Ariston 7 - SAFETY SHUTDOWN Fault Code

Q: What does the Ariston 7 - SAFETY SHUTDOWN fault code mean?

Your boiler has detected an internal electronic error during its startup safety check and has disabled itself to prevent any potential risk.

Also written as 7SAFETYSHUTDOWN — same fault.

The Ariston 7 - SAFETY SHUTDOWN fault code means: your boiler has detected an internal electronic error during its startup safety check and has disabled itself to prevent any potential risk.. It appears on 3 Ariston models in our database.

Technical description: At the start of every lighting phase, the P.C.B. performs a series of internal controls. If a malfunction occurs, the boiler will shutdown until the problem has been resolved.

Typical repair cost £150-300 (including labour)

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

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Ariston models that show the 7 - SAFETY SHUTDOWN fault code

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Source

Ariston 7 - SAFETY SHUTDOWN 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 27 April 2026