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6 green flashes Low Warning

Your boiler has encountered a minor glitch and is attempting to restart itself automatically without you needing to do anything.

Monitor it

This is a minor fault. Keep an eye on it and mention it at your next annual boiler service. Reset the boiler and see if it clears.

Technical description: Miscellaneous error. Temporary error, will self reset.

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's internal computer detects a minor communication glitch or a temporary electrical blip that doesn't match its normal operating sequence. It is often triggered by a momentary fluctuation in the power supply or a brief internal sensor disagreement. Because the system can't quite identify the specific issue, it pauses briefly to verify its safety checks before clearing the error itself.

Typical repair cost £0-120 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Wait up to 15 minutes for the boiler to complete its self-reset processEnsure the boiler's electrical supply is stable and not fluctuatingTurn the selector switch to 'Reset' and back to 'On' if the light continues to flash

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