High
Block 85 on Atag E32S

Your boiler is struggling to detect water moving through its system and is currently running a self-clearing cycle to flush out trapped air.

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Call an engineer soon

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

Technical description

The control has not detected a water flow. The venting cycle is started. If during this cycle water flow is detected, the venting cycle is ended and the burner is released.

Engineer required

This is a high severity fault. Stop using the boiler and call a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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