78 High

Atag 78 Fault Code

The Atag 78 fault code means: your boiler has detected that the water pressure is either too low or too high for it to operate safely, or the sensor that monitors this pressure has lost its connection.. It appears on 7 Atag models in our database.

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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.

Technical description: Water pressure outside of range or not connected
Typical repair cost £80-160 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Check the pressure gauge on the front of the boiler or via the digital display.If the pressure is below 1.0 bar, use the filling loop valves to carefully top up the system to 1.5 bar.If the pressure is above 3.0 bar, bleed a radiator to release excess water and pressure.Reset the boiler once the pressure is within the normal operating range (1.0 to 1.5 bar).

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Atag models that show the 78 fault code

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Source

Atag 78 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Atag service / installation manuals for each affected model.

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