High Lockout
E40 on Baxi 600 Combi (range)

Your boiler has detected an issue with the sensor that monitors the temperature of the water returning from your radiators.

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

Central heating return negative temperature coefficient (NTC) thermostat fault.

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's internal computer receives an illogical or missing signal from the sensor that monitors water returning from your radiators. The most common reason is that the sensor has physically failed or developed a chemical build-up, but it can also be caused by damaged internal wiring or a loose connection.

This fault is more common when the heating is first turned on after summer, as the sudden change in temperature can cause aging sensors to fail.

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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