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Flame Failure (Red Light) ON on Baxi Combi 80e

Your boiler has tried to ignite but was unable to stay lit, meaning your heating and hot water will not work until it is reset or repaired.

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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

This indicates that the Burner has failed to light. Press the Reset Button. If Flame Failure occurs frequently consult your Installer.

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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