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Flame Failure (Red Light) ON on Baxi Combi Elite

Your boiler has failed to ignite the gas burner, which means it cannot heat your water or radiators.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed

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

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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