High
162 on Baxi EcoBlue System

Your boiler has detected an issue with how it clears exhaust gases or brings in fresh air, preventing it from firing up for safety.

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.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Air pressure switch error

From this model's manual
Verified against the Baxi Ecoblue System installation & service manual.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's internal safety sensor detects that the fan isn't moving air through the system correctly, which is vital for clearing dangerous exhaust gases. The most common reasons are a blockage in the flue pipe, a split in the small rubber sensing tubes, or a mechanical failure within the air pressure switch itself.

This fault can be more frequent during periods of heavy rain or high winds, as debris can be blown into the flue or moisture can enter the sensing tubes.

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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