Baxi Solo 3 PF Fault codes & diagnostics

6 fault codes with plain-English explanations, severity ratings, DIY guidance, and repair cost estimates.

Regular Natural Gas 8.8-23.5 kW 1999-2001 Discontinued
GC Numbers 41-075-0441-075-0541-075-0641-075-0741-075-0841-075-09

Replaced by: Solo 3 HE

Download the Baxi Solo 3 PF manual The official installation & service manual (PDF) — the exact document these fault codes were verified against. PDF

The fault code is already on your display

Note it down before pressing reset — resetting clears the code immediately. How to read fault codes →

Severity at a glance

Each cell = one fault code. Hover to identify.
1 Emergency 4 High 1 Medium

Which version do you have?

The GC number on your boiler's data badge identifies the exact appliance and production years, as recorded in the UK Product Characteristics Database.

GC number Appliance (register name) Produced
41-075-04 Solo PF 3 30 1999–2001
41-075-05 Solo PF 3 40 1999–2001
41-075-06 Solo PF 3 50 1999–2001
41-075-07 Solo PF 3 60 1999–2001
41-075-08 Solo PF 3 70 1999–2001
41-075-09 Solo PF 3 80 1999–2001

All 6 documented codes

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E01

Your boiler has failed to ignite because the internal flame sensor is not detecting a steady burn.

Emergency Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Flame rectification probe
  • Gas valve

Related codes

E03

Your boiler has detected that it is getting too hot and has automatically switched itself off to prevent any damage or safety issues.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Pump
  • PCB

Related codes

E24

Your boiler has detected an issue with the valve that regulates the gas flow, meaning it cannot safely ignite or maintain a flame to heat your home.

High Engineer only £180-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas Valve
  • Wiring Harness
  • PCB
E26

Your boiler has detected that the internal exhaust system is not working correctly, so it has safely shut down to prevent unsafe gases from building up.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Air pressure switch
  • Wiring harness
Lockout

Your boiler has automatically turned itself off because it became too hot, acting as a safety measure to prevent damage.

Medium DIY-safe £100-250

What to check first

  1. Turn the boiler control knob to the OFF position.
  2. Wait for at least 10 seconds to allow the internal sensors to reset.
  3. Turn the control knob back to the ON position and observe if the boiler fires up normally.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat thermostat
  • Pump
  • PCB
Overheat Neon

Your boiler has switched itself off because it has detected that it is getting too hot, likely due to a circulation issue.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat thermostat
  • Pump
  • PCB

2 operating states & engineer diagnostics

Not faults — these are normal operating states. Tap to expand.