Baxi Netaheat Fault codes & diagnostics

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

Regular Natural Gas 9-23 kW 1978-1996 Discontinued

Replaced by: Potterton Profile

This boiler uses LED flash patterns

Count the flashes in one repeating group before the pause. That number is your fault code. Do not reset until you have noted it. How to read fault codes →

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All 129 documented codes

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1 red flash

Your boiler has detected that it is getting too hot or the water isn't moving through the system properly, causing it to shut down for safety.

High DIY-safe £120-280

What to check first

  1. Check that your radiator valves are open
  2. Ensure the system pressure is between 1 and 1.5 bar on the gauge
  3. Try resetting the boiler using the dial or reset button

Parts commonly replaced

  • Temperature Sensor (NTC Thermistor)
  • Circulation Pump
  • Overheat Thermostat

Related codes

2 red flashes

Your boiler has become too hot and has automatically shut itself down to prevent damage.

High DIY-safe £120-280

What to check first

  1. Turn off the boiler at the main electrical switch and wait 15 minutes for it to cool down.
  2. Check that your radiator valves are open and that there is enough water pressure in the system.
  3. Press the reset button firmly; if the red light persists or recurs, you must call a professional.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Circulation Pump
  • Thermistor

Related codes

3 green flashes

Your boiler has lost its flame briefly and will try to restart itself, but it may be struggling to keep the burner lit.

Medium DIY-safe £100-250

What to check first

  1. Check that your gas supply is turned on (check other gas appliances)
  2. Press the reset button once the boiler stops attempting to restart
  3. Monitor the boiler to see if the fault progresses to a solid red light

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flame sense electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB

Related codes

3 red flashes

Your boiler has tried to light several times but cannot start up, meaning you currently have no heating or hot water.

High DIY-safe £100-280

What to check first

  1. Check that your gas pre-pay meter is in credit
  2. Ensure any gas isolation valves are turned to the 'on' position
  3. Press and hold the reset button for five seconds to restart the ignition sequence

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Flame sensing probe
  • Gas valve

Related codes

4 green flashes

Your boiler has experienced a brief communication hiccup between its internal electronic parts and should fix itself automatically.

Low DIY-safe £0-120

What to check first

  1. Wait for the boiler to self-reset automatically
  2. Monitor the display to see if the flashes stop
  3. If the lights persist, turn the power to the boiler off and back on once

Parts commonly replaced

  • None (Software reset)
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

4 red flashes

Your boiler has detected that the internal fan, which clears waste gases out of the flue, is not spinning correctly or has lost power.

High Engineer only £220-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Air pressure switch
  • PCB (Control board)

Related codes

5 green flashes

Your boiler has experienced a brief electronic 'hiccup' or data error and is trying to correct itself automatically.

Low DIY-safe £0-280

What to check first

  1. Wait up to 10 minutes for the boiler to automatically reset itself.
  2. If the flashing continues, turn the power switch to the boiler off and then back on again.
  3. Ensure there are no external electrical appliances causing interference near the boiler.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

5 red flashes

Your boiler's internal memory unit has developed a communication fault, meaning the control board no longer knows how to operate the system safely.

High Engineer only £180-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Parameter Storage Unit (PSU)
  • Main Control PCB

Related codes

6 green flashes

Your boiler has encountered a minor temporary glitch and is currently pausing before trying to restart itself automatically.

Low DIY-safe £0-120

What to check first

  1. Wait for the boiler to complete its automatic self-reset cycle
  2. If the error persists, turn the boiler power switch off and back on again
  3. Monitor the display to see if the flashing returns

Parts commonly replaced

  • Control Board (PCB)
  • External Wiring

Related codes

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6 red flashes

Your boiler has encountered a general electronic fault and needs to be reset to try and clear the error.

High DIY-safe £100-350

What to check first

  1. Locate the reset button or selector switch on the front control panel
  2. Turn the selector to the reset position and hold for 5 seconds
  3. Release the switch and wait for the boiler to attempt a restart

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

FLASH FLASH ON

Your boiler's fan, which safely pushes exhaust gases out of your home, has stopped working properly, preventing the heating from starting up for safety reasons.

High Engineer only £180-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Air pressure switch
  • PCB (Control board)

Related codes

FLASH OFF FLASH

Your boiler has detected that the electrical supply coming into the unit is too low for it to operate safely.

High DIY-safe £90-250

What to check first

  1. Check if there is a regional power cut or 'brownout' in your local area
  2. Ensure the boiler is plugged directly into its fused spur and not an extension lead
  3. Check your property's consumer unit (fuse box) for any tripped switches

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • External Voltage Regulator

Related codes

FLASH OFF ON

Your boiler has become too hot and has shut itself down as a safety precaution to prevent damage.

High DIY-safe £120-280

What to check first

  1. Wait at least 15-20 minutes for the unit to cool down completely.
  2. Ensure all radiator valves and the bypass valve are open to allow water flow.
  3. Press the reset button or turn the control knob to 'Off' and back to 'On' to restart.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Pump
  • Flow/Return Thermistor
FLASH ON FLASH

Your boiler's internal computer has encountered a critical error and can no longer control the heating system safely.

High Engineer only £250-£450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring Harness
FLASH ON ON

Your boiler's internal computer has developed an electrical fault and is unable to control the heating process.

High Engineer only £280-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Control Box

Related codes

ON FLASH FLASH

Your boiler is overheating because water isn't moving through the system properly or there isn't enough water inside the unit.

High DIY-safe £120-350

What to check first

  1. Check if your radiator valves are open
  2. Ensure your external pump is running if visible
  3. Check that your header tank has water (if it is an open-vented system)

Parts commonly replaced

  • External Circulation Pump
  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Flow Switch

Related codes

ON FLASH ON

Your boiler has detected a problem with its internal temperature sensors, which means it cannot tell if the water is too hot or too cold.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Thermistor
  • Wiring Harness
  • Control Board

Related codes

ON OFF FLASH

Your boiler has detected that the electrical wiring coming from your home's power supply is connected the wrong way around, which is a safety risk.

Emergency Engineer only £90-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • External wiring connections
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
ON ON FLASH

Your boiler's internal computer has developed a fault and can no longer control the heating system safely.

High Engineer only £280-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Control Box

Related codes

110

Your boiler has become too hot and has shut down as a safety precaution to prevent damage.

High DIY-safe £100-£350

What to check first

  1. Turn off the boiler and allow it to cool completely
  2. Check all radiator valves are open
  3. Bleed your radiators to remove trapped air
  4. Check the system pressure and top up if it is below 1.0 bar
  5. Press the reset button on the boiler

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Circulation Pump
  • Temperature Sensors (NTC)

Related codes

117

Your boiler has too much water inside it, which puts extra stress on the system and has caused it to stop working for safety.

High DIY-safe £80-180

What to check first

  1. Check that the filling loop valves are fully closed and not leaking water into the system
  2. Bleed water from a radiator using a bleed key to reduce the system pressure
  3. Monitor the pressure gauge until it returns to around 1.0 to 1.5 bar
  4. Reset the boiler once the pressure is within the normal operating range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Expansion Vessel
  • Pressure Relief Valve (PRV)
  • Filling Loop

Related codes

118

Your boiler has stopped working because the water pressure inside the system has dropped too low to operate safely.

High DIY-safe £0-160

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop (usually a silver braided hose with small tap handles) underneath or near the boiler.
  2. Slowly open both taps until you hear water entering the system.
  3. Watch the pressure gauge and close both taps tightly once the needle reaches between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Filling loop valve
  • Pressure sensor
  • Expansion vessel

Related codes

119

Your boiler has stopped working because the water pressure in your heating system has dropped below the minimum level required to run safely.

High DIY-safe £0-120

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop (usually a silver flexible hose) underneath or near the boiler.
  2. Slowly open the tap or lever until you hear water flowing and watch the pressure gauge.
  3. Close the tap tightly once the gauge reaches between 1 and 1.5 bar.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Filling loop
  • Expansion vessel
  • Pressure sensor

Related codes

125

Your boiler is struggling to move water through the system, which is causing it to overheat and shut down for safety.

High DIY-safe £180-450

What to check first

  1. Check that your radiators are bled and all valves are fully open
  2. Ensure your system pressure is topped up to between 1.0 and 1.5 bar
  3. Check for any frozen pipes if it is currently mid-winter

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • Flow temperature sensor
  • Heat exchanger

Related codes

127

Your boiler hasn't been able to heat the water hot enough to safely kill off any potential bacteria in the system.

Medium DIY-safe £90-220

What to check first

  1. Check that your hot water timer is set to be on for at least one hour to allow it to reach temperature
  2. Ensure your hot water temperature dial or cylinder thermostat is not set too low (should be at least 60°C)
  3. Check if you have used a large amount of hot water just before the scheduled anti-bacteria cycle

Parts commonly replaced

  • Cylinder NTC sensor
  • Immersion heater
  • Three-way diverter valve

Related codes

128

Your boiler started to heat up but the flame went out unexpectedly while it was running.

High Engineer only £120-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flame sensing electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB (Printed Circuit Board)
  • Condensate trap

Related codes

133

Your boiler is failing to light the gas or stay lit, which is preventing your heating and hot water from working.

High DIY-safe £150-450

What to check first

  1. Check that your gas prepay meter has credit
  2. Ensure other gas appliances in your home are working
  3. Press and hold the reset button for five seconds

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition lead
  • Flame sensing electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Spark generator

Related codes

153

Your boiler has been manually reset after a previous fault and is now attempting to restart its normal operation.

Low DIY-safe £0-120

What to check first

  1. Press and hold the reset button for at least 5 seconds
  2. Switch the main electrical power to the boiler off and back on again
  3. Check that any external thermostats or timers are calling for heat

Parts commonly replaced

  • No parts usually required
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
160

Your boiler has stopped working because the fan that clears away waste gases is not spinning or communicating correctly with the system.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

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162

The boiler is unable to safely clear exhaust fumes, so it has shut down to prevent waste gases from entering your home.

High Engineer only £120-280

Parts commonly replaced

  • Air Pressure Switch
  • Venturi Tube
  • Fan Assembly

Related codes

164

Your boiler has detected an issue with how water is flowing through the system or a sensor reading, which is preventing it from heating up.

High Engineer only £140-£260

Parts commonly replaced

  • Water Pressure Sensor
  • Flow Switch
  • Circulation Pump

Related codes

166

Your boiler has stopped working because it cannot confirm that the fan is blowing safely out of the flue.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Air Pressure Switch
  • Venturi Tube
  • Fan

Related codes

270

Your boiler has sensed a rapid rise in temperature because there is not enough water circulating through the heat exchanger to carry the heat away.

High DIY-safe £120-£350

What to check first

  1. Check the system pressure gauge and top it up to 1.5 bar if it is low
  2. Ensure all radiator valves and boiler isolation valves are fully open
  3. Bleed all radiators to remove trapped air pockets that might block water flow

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulating Pump
  • Temperature Sensors (NTC Thermistors)
  • Primary Heat Exchanger

Related codes

432

Your boiler has detected an electrical grounding issue which is preventing it from running safely.

High Engineer only £90-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Earth connection wiring
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Electrode lead

Related codes

433

Your boiler has shut down because its internal temperature got too hot, likely due to water not circulating through the system properly.

High Engineer only £150-£450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • Heat exchanger
  • Temperature sensor (NTC thermistor)

Related codes

E.00 – .04

Your boiler has lost communication with the sensor that monitors water returning from your radiators, preventing it from heating your home safely.

High Engineer only £90-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return temperature sensor (NTC thermistor)
  • Sensor wiring harness
E.00 – .05

Your boiler has stopped working because it cannot correctly read the temperature of the water returning to the unit due to a sensor connection problem.

High Engineer only £90-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return temperature sensor (NTC thermistor)
  • Sensor wiring harness
E.01 – .02

Your boiler has detected that the water coming back is hotter than the water going out, which usually means the water isn't circulating properly or a sensor has failed.

High Engineer only £120-280

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return thermistor
  • Flow thermistor
  • Circulation pump
E.01 – .04

Your boiler is repeatedly losing its flame and has locked itself out for safety reasons.

High DIY-safe £120-350

What to check first

  1. Check that you have a gas supply to the house (e.g. check a gas cooker)
  2. Check if your gas meter has credit
  3. Press the reset button once to see if the boiler restarts

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flame sensing electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB

Related codes

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E.01 – .11

Your boiler's fan isn't spinning at the right speed to safely clear waste gases, often caused by strong winds blowing into the flue or an internal part failing.

High Engineer only £180-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Air pressure switch
  • Gas/air valves
E.01 – .12

Your boiler has detected that the water coming back from your radiators is hotter than the water going out, which usually means the water isn't flowing correctly through the system.

High DIY-safe £120-280

What to check first

  1. Check that all radiator valves are fully open
  2. Check that your boiler pressure is between 1 and 1.5 bar
  3. Press the reset button once to see if the error clears

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • Return temperature NTC sensor
  • Flow temperature NTC sensor

Related codes

E.01 – .17

Your boiler has stopped working because water is not moving through the system or a sensor is disconnected, preventing it from heating up safely.

High DIY-safe £100-280

What to check first

  1. Press the reset button or turn the control knob to 'R' for five seconds.
  2. Ensure all radiator valves are open and not stuck shut.
  3. Check that the boiler pressure is within the green zone (typically 1.0 to 1.5 bar).

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • Temperature sensor (NTC thermistor)
  • Wiring harness
E.01 – .20

Your boiler has become too hot because water is not moving through the system properly or a safety sensor has detected an overheating issue.

High DIY-safe £120-350

What to check first

  1. Check that your home's radiator valves are fully open to allow water flow.
  2. Ensure your boiler pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar on the pressure gauge.
  3. Try resetting the boiler to see if the fault clears.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • Flue gas NTC sensor
  • Main Heat Exchanger (cleaning or replacement)
E.02 – .00

Your boiler is simply acknowledging that the reset button was pressed or the power was cycled, and it is usually not a cause for concern.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Check if the boiler resumes normal operation after the reset sequence finishes
  2. Ensure there is a demand for heating or hot water
  3. Monitor the display to see if a more specific error code appears
E.02 – .07

Your boiler has stopped working because the water pressure inside the system has dropped too low to operate safely.

High DIY-safe £0-160

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop (usually a silver flexible hose) underneath or near the boiler.
  2. Slowly open the one or two valves on the hose until you hear water flowing.
  3. Watch the pressure gauge and close the valves tightly once the needle reaches between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Filling loop
  • Expansion vessel
  • Pressure relief valve
E.02 – .16

Your boiler's internal computer has suffered a critical failure or a communication timeout, meaning it can no longer safely control the heating process.

High Engineer only £280-550

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Channel Service Unit
E.02 – .17

Your boiler's computer cannot talk to the internal part that controls the gas flow, meaning the system has shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £280-550

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas Valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring Harness

Related codes

E.02 – .19

Your boiler's electronic control board has detected an incorrect internal setting which is preventing it from running correctly.

High Engineer only £120-280

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Selector Jumper
E.02 – .20

Your boiler’s internal control board has detected an incorrect configuration setting which is preventing it from starting up correctly.

High Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Jumper Link
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E.02 – .21

Your boiler's internal computer settings have been changed or detected a configuration error, meaning the control board doesn't know which model it is supposed to be operating.

High Engineer only £100-280

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Jumper Link
E.02 – .47

Your boiler is having trouble talking to your external thermostat or heating controls due to a wiring issue.

High Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • External Programmer
  • Wiring Harness
  • RF Receiver
E.02 – .48

Your boiler is struggling to talk to your wireless thermostat or smart home controller, meaning they aren't working together to turn your heating on.

High DIY-safe £60-180

What to check first

  1. Check if your wireless thermostat has run out of batteries and replace them if necessary.
  2. Ensure the internet bridge or receiver is plugged in and has power.
  3. Try resetting the connection between the boiler receiver and the thermostat following the manufacturer's manual.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Wireless thermostat batteries
  • RF Receiver unit
  • Smart room thermostat
E.04 – .00

Your boiler's internal computer cannot communicate with the part that controls the gas supply, meaning it cannot ignite to provide heat or hot water.

High Engineer only £250-£450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas Valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring Harness
E.04 – .01

Your boiler has stopped working because it cannot correctly measure the temperature of the water leaving the unit due to a faulty or disconnected sensor.

High Engineer only £90-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow Temperature Sensor (NTC Thermistor)
  • Wiring Harness
E.04 – .02

Your boiler has stopped working because it can no longer accurately measure the temperature of the water leaving the unit.

High Engineer only £90-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow Temperature Sensor (NTC Thermistor)
  • Wiring Harness
E.04 – .03

Your boiler has shut down because the water inside is getting too hot too quickly, usually because it isn't moving through the system properly.

High DIY-safe £150-350

What to check first

  1. Check that your system pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar on the gauge
  2. Ensure all radiator valves and any isolation valves under the boiler are fully open
  3. Bleed your radiators to remove any trapped air that might be blocking water flow

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • Flow temperature sensor (NTC)
  • Main heat exchanger (flushing/cleaning)
E.04 – .04

Your boiler has detected a problem with the sensor that monitors exhaust gases, and it has shut down for safety purposes.

High Engineer only £120-£220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue Temperature Sensor (NTC)
  • Wiring harness
  • Main PCB
E.04 – .05

Your boiler has detected a problem with the sensor that monitors the temperature of the exhaust gases, meaning it has shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £120-£200

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue Overheat Thermostat
  • Flue NTC Sensor
  • Wiring Harness
E.04 – .06

Your boiler has shut down because it is getting too hot inside, most likely because water isn't moving through the system properly or a safety sensor is broken.

High Engineer only £180-£450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation Pump
  • Heat Exchanger
  • Flue Gas Sensor
  • Main PCB
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E.04 – .08

Your boiler has reached an unsafe temperature and has locked itself out to prevent damage or overheating.

High DIY-safe £120-300

What to check first

  1. Check that all radiator valves are fully open
  2. Ensure the system pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar
  3. Try to reset the boiler if it has cooled down for 30 minutes

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Circulation Pump
  • Temperature NTC Sensor
E.04 – .10

Your boiler is trying to start up but cannot successfully light the gas flame to provide heat or hot water.

High DIY-safe £90-£250

What to check first

  1. Check if other gas appliances, like a hob, are working to confirm your gas supply is active
  2. Ensure your gas meter has credit if you use a pre-payment meter
  3. Reset the boiler by following the instructions in your user manual

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition Electrode
  • Gas Valve
  • Flame Sensing Probe
E.04 – .12

Your boiler thinks a flame is burning when it shouldn't be, which is a safety conflict that prevents the system from starting.

High Engineer only £150-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ionisation Probe
  • Gas Valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
E.04 – .13

Your boiler has stopped working because the internal fan, which safely pushes exhaust gases out of the flue, is either stuck or not communicating with the system.

High Engineer only £250-£450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Fan wiring harness
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
E.04 – .17

Your boiler has detected a serious issue with the gas flow or the unit that mixes gas and air, preventing it from firing up safely.

High Engineer only £250-£550

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Gas/air unit (venturi)
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
E0

Your boiler's internal thermometer is likely broken or disconnected, meaning the system doesn't know how hot the water is and has shut down as a safety precaution.

High Engineer only £90-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Temperature Sensor
  • Wiring Harness

Related codes

E1

Your boiler has got too hot and has shut itself down as a safety precaution to prevent damage.

High DIY-safe £100-280

What to check first

  1. Switch off the boiler and allow it to cool down completely.
  2. Use a radiator key to bleed air from all your radiators, starting with the ones on the ground floor.
  3. Check your system pressure gauge and top it up if it has dropped below 1.0 bar.
  4. Press the reset button on the boiler to see if it restarts.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Circulation Pump
  • Thermistor (NTC Sensor)

Related codes

E2

Your boiler is struggling to push water around the system, which is usually caused by trapped air or a blockage.

High DIY-safe £100-250

What to check first

  1. Turn off the boiler and wait for the radiators to cool down.
  2. Use a radiator key to bleed any trapped air from all radiators.
  3. Check the boiler pressure gauge and top it up to 1.5 bar if it has dropped.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation Pump
  • Pump Overrun Thermostat
  • Flow/Return Thermistor

Related codes

E3

Your boiler's internal computer has developed a fault and is unable to control the system safely.

High Engineer only £280-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board
  • Wiring Harness

Related codes

E4

Your boiler has failed to light, which may be caused by trapped air in your heating system preventing proper operation.

High DIY-safe £60-180

What to check first

  1. Switch off the boiler and wait for the system to cool down
  2. Identify which radiators have cold spots at the top
  3. Use a radiator key to bleed air from those radiators until water appears
  4. Check your boiler pressure gauge and top up to 1.5 bar if required
  5. Attempt to reset the boiler

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Flame sensing cable

Related codes

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E09

Your boiler has lost communication with the gas valve, meaning it cannot ignite to provide heating or hot water.

High Engineer only £120-280

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve wiring harness
  • Gas control valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

E10

Your boiler is struggling to work out how hard it needs to fire because its external thermometer has stopped communicating correctly.

Low Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • Outdoor weather compensation sensor
  • Sensor wiring harness

Related codes

E12

Your boiler has detected that water is not circulating correctly through the system, which is preventing it from firing up for your heating or hot water.

High DIY-safe £120-£280

What to check first

  1. Check that your system pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar
  2. Ensure all radiator valves and isolation valves under the boiler are fully open
  3. Bleed your radiators to remove any trapped air that might be blocking water flow

Parts commonly replaced

  • Differential pressure switch
  • Central heating pump
  • Flow pipe thermistor

Related codes

E13

Your boiler has detected that a internal water sensor is stuck in the 'on' position, preventing the system from starting its safety checks.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Differential pressure switch
  • Microswitch
  • Circulation pump

Related codes

E15

Your boiler's internal computer is having trouble communicating with the gas valve, preventing the system from ignition.

High Engineer only £180-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas Valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring Harness

Related codes

E20

Your boiler's temperature sensor has developed a fault, meaning the system can no longer tell how hot the water is and has shut down as a precaution.

High Engineer only £90-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central Heating NTC Thermistor
  • Wiring Harness

Related codes

E28

Your boiler has detected a problem with how it disposes of waste gases or a sensor error, causing it to shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £120-£280

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue NTC Sensor
  • Air Pressure Switch
  • Condensate Trap

Related codes

E40

Your boiler has detected an issue with the sensor that monitors the temperature of the water coming back from your radiators, preventing the system from operating correctly.

High Engineer only £90-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return NTC thermistor
  • Wiring harness
  • Main PCB

Related codes

E50

Your boiler is struggling to accurately measure the temperature of your hot water, which usually means it can't heat your water correctly or safely.

High Engineer only £90-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • Hot water NTC thermistor
  • Wiring harness
  • Control board

Related codes

E53

Your boiler is struggling to breathe properly because it cannot safely exhaust its fumes, causing it to shut down for your safety.

Emergency Engineer only £100-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue ducting
  • Gas valve
  • Fan assembly

Related codes

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E54

Your boiler is struggling to detect when you turn on a hot tap, meaning you might have inconsistent or no hot water.

Medium Engineer only £120-190

Parts commonly replaced

  • DHW Flow Sensor
  • Flow Turbine
  • Wiring Harness

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E55

Your boiler has lost its fine-tuning and needs to re-learn how to burn gas efficiently and safely.

High Engineer only £100-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas Valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Ionisation Electrode

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E78

Your boiler is struggling to accurately monitor its own water pressure, which means it cannot tell if it is safe to operate.

High Engineer only £140-£210

Parts commonly replaced

  • Water pressure sensor
  • Sensor wiring harness
  • PCB

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E83/E84/E85/E86/E87

Your boiler's main control board has lost connection with its internal electronic components, meaning it cannot send or receive instructions to operate.

High Engineer only £180-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring Harness
  • User Interface Panel
E92

Your boiler has detected an issue with the air and gas mix while trying to automatically tune itself for safe operation.

High Engineer only £120-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Electrode set
  • PCB

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E100

Your boiler’s internal computer has lost track of the time or date, which is preventing its scheduled heating cycles from starting correctly.

Medium DIY-safe £0-120

What to check first

  1. Locate the control panel on the front of the boiler
  2. Navigate to the settings menu using the buttons provided
  3. Manually reset the current time and date to clear the error

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Display Interface
E109

Your boiler is struggling to move water through the system efficiently, which is causing it to shut down to prevent overheating.

High DIY-safe £150-£350

What to check first

  1. Check that the boiler pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar
  2. Ensure all radiator valves and internal stop taps are fully open
  3. Bleed all radiators to remove trapped air that might be blocking water flow

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • Flow temperature sensor
  • Main heat exchanger (de-scaling)

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E110

Your boiler has shut down because it has detected it is getting too hot, usually due to a lack of water flow or a circulation problem.

High DIY-safe £100-£350

What to check first

  1. Check that your system pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar on the gauge
  2. Ensure all radiator valves and isolation valves under the boiler are fully open
  3. Try resetting the boiler by turning the selector switch to 'R' for five seconds

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Circulating Pump
  • Temperature Sensors (NTC)

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E117

Your boiler has detected that there is too much water pressure in the system, which can prevent it from running safely.

Medium DIY-safe £0-120

What to check first

  1. Locate a radiator bleed valve and a radiator key
  2. Slowly open the valve to release a small amount of water into a container
  3. Monitor the boiler pressure gauge until it falls back into the green zone (typically 1.0 to 1.5 bar)

Parts commonly replaced

  • Expansion Vessel
  • Filling Loop Tap
  • Pressure Relief Valve

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E118

Your boiler has stopped working because the water pressure inside the system has dropped too low to operate safely.

High DIY-safe £0-120

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop (usually a silver braided hose with small valves) underneath or near the boiler.
  2. Slowly open the valve(s) to allow fresh water into the system while watching the pressure gauge.
  3. Close the valves tightly once the pressure gauge reaches between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Filling loop
  • Expansion vessel
  • Pressure sensor

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E119

Your boiler has stopped working because the water pressure is too low for it to run safely.

High DIY-safe £0-160

What to check first

  1. Check the pressure gauge on the front of the boiler or under the casing
  2. Locate the filling loop (a flexible silver hose with small lever valves)
  3. Slowly open the valves to top up the water until the gauge reads between 1.0 and 1.5 bar
  4. Close the valves tightly and restart the boiler

Parts commonly replaced

  • External filling loop
  • Water pressure switch
  • Expansion vessel

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E125

Your boiler is struggling to move water around the system correctly, which is likely causing it to overheat and shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £180-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • Plate heat exchanger
  • Diverter valve

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E128

Your boiler is struggling to keep its burner lit and has automatically shut down for safety after failing to maintain a flame multiple times.

High Engineer only £120-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ionisation probe
  • Flame sensing electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB (Printed Circuit Board)

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E129

Your boiler is struggling to keep a steady flame while it tries to set itself up, causing it to shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £120-280

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flame sensing electrode
  • Ignition lead
  • Gas valve

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E130

Your boiler has sensed that the exhaust gases are getting too hot and has shut down as a safety precaution.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue NTC Sensor
  • Main Heat Exchanger (cleaning or replacement)
  • Wiring Harness

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E131

Your boiler has sensed that the exhaust gases are becoming dangerously hot and has shut itself down as a safety precaution.

High Engineer only £120-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Heat exchanger
  • Flue thermistor
  • Flue sensor
  • Main PCB

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E133

Your boiler has failed to light because it either isn't receiving gas or is unable to detect a flame.

High DIY-safe £80-£350

What to check first

  1. Check if other gas appliances, like a hob, are working to confirm your gas supply is on
  2. Check if your gas meter has credit (if using a pre-payment meter)
  3. Check if the condensate pipe (the white plastic pipe outside) is frozen and defrost it with warm water
  4. Press and hold the reset button for five seconds

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB (Circuit board)

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E134

Your boiler has failed to light several times in a row, often because the gas supply is interrupted or the ignition system cannot detect a flame.

High Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Ignition electrode
  • Flame sensing probe
  • PCB

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E135

Your boiler has stopped working because it cannot detect a steady flow of gas, which is likely caused by an internal component failure or an issue with your gas supply.

High Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas Valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Ignition Electrode

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E154

Your boiler has detected that the water temperature sensors are giving conflicting readings, suggesting water isn't moving through the system correctly.

High Engineer only £120-280

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow temperature sensor
  • Return temperature sensor
  • Circulation pump

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E160

Your boiler has stopped working because the fan that clears away waste gases is not spinning or communicating correctly with the main control board.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring harness

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E160 / E161

Your boiler has detected a problem with the fan that clears away waste gases, which means it cannot fire up safely for heating or hot water.

High Engineer only £250-£450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring harness

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E163

Your boiler's hot water sensor has failed or has a wiring issue, meaning it cannot accurately measure or provide hot water.

High Engineer only £90-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • DHW NTC thermistor sensor
  • Wiring harness
  • Main PCB

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E164

Your boiler has lost track of the water pressure level inside the system, preventing it from heating up or providing hot water.

High Engineer only £140-£260

Parts commonly replaced

  • Water Pressure Sensor
  • Wiring Harness
  • Main PCB

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E167

Your boiler's internal computer has encountered a communication glitch or a hardware failure and is unable to control the heating process.

High Engineer only £280-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Electrical wiring harness

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E168

Your boiler has experienced a memory error and has shut down because its internal computer can no longer confirm it is operating safely.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring Harness

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E193

Your boiler has detected that water is not circulating properly before the burner starts up, often caused by an air lock or a blockage in the system.

High DIY-safe £100-280

What to check first

  1. Check that your system pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar
  2. Ensure all radiator valves and isolation valves are fully open
  3. Gently bleed your radiators to remove any trapped air

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation Pump
  • Automatic Air Vent
  • Flow Temperature Sensor

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E270

Your boiler is overheating because water isn't moving through the system properly, which has caused it to shut down to prevent damage.

High DIY-safe £150-450

What to check first

  1. Check that your system pressure is between 1 and 1.5 bar
  2. Ensure all radiator valves and the boiler isolation valves are fully open
  3. Try bleeding your radiators to remove any trapped air pockets
  4. Reset the boiler once the system has cooled down

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • Main heat exchanger
  • Flow and return thermistors

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E317

Your boiler has detected that the electricity coming into your home is at the wrong frequency, which is preventing it from running safely.

High Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Internal wiring harness

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E321

Your boiler's hot water sensor has detected an electrical fault or an unusual temperature reading, meaning your taps may not get as hot as they should.

Medium Engineer only £90-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • DHW NTC thermistor
  • Wiring harness

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E384

Your boiler thinks it sees a flame even though it hasn't finished its startup checks, so it has shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £120-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flame Sensing Electrode
  • Gas Valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

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E385

Your boiler is not receiving enough electrical power from the main supply to operate safely and has shut down as a result.

High DIY-safe £100-£350

What to check first

  1. Check if there is a partial power cut or 'brownout' in your local area
  2. Ensure your fuse box / consumer unit hasn't tripped a circuit
  3. Switch the boiler off at the fused spur switch, wait 30 seconds, and switch it back on to reset it

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • External Voltage Stabiliser
  • Electrical Fused Spur

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E430

Your boiler has detected a sudden drop in water pressure and is pausing to check if the system can maintain the correct levels.

High DIY-safe £80-160

What to check first

  1. Check the pressure gauge on your boiler or piping; it should be between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.
  2. If it is too low, use the filling loop valves to top up the water pressure.
  3. Ensure all radiator bleed valves are tightly closed and check for any visible leaks around the system.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Filling loop
  • Expansion vessel
  • Water pressure sensor

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H.01 – .00

Your boiler has stopped working because the internal computer has lost contact with the control system that regulates the gas supply.

High Engineer only £180-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas Valve
  • Main Control Board (PCB)
  • Wiring Harness

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H.01 – .05

Your boiler is overheating because water isn't moving through the system quickly enough to stay at a safe temperature.

High DIY-safe £120-350

What to check first

  1. Ensure all radiator valves (TRVs) are fully open
  2. Check that the boiler pressure is between 1 and 1.5 bar on the gauge
  3. Bleed all radiators to remove trapped air pockets

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • Flow/Return thermistors (NTC sensors)
  • Main heat exchanger (flushing)

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H.01 – .08

Your boiler is overheating or struggling to move water through the system correctly, causing it to shut down for safety.

High DIY-safe £120-£350

What to check first

  1. Check that your radiator valves are open
  2. Ensure the system pressure is between 1 and 1.5 bar on the gauge
  3. Gently bleed your radiators to remove trapped air

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • Temperature sensors (NTC thermistors)
  • Main heat exchanger

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H.01 – .14

Your boiler has detected that it is getting too hot too quickly, usually because the water isn't moving through the system properly.

High DIY-safe £120-£350

What to check first

  1. Check that your radiator valves are fully open to allow water to flow.
  2. Verify that your boiler pressure gauge is between 1 and 1.5 bar.
  3. Try resetting the boiler to see if the temporary fault clears.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • Central heating filter (cleaning)
  • Flow temperature sensor

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H.01 – .18

Your boiler is struggling to move water around the system correctly, which is preventing it from heating up safely.

High DIY-safe £120-350

What to check first

  1. Check that your radiator valves are fully open
  2. Check the boiler pressure gauge and top up to 1.5 bar if it is low
  3. Bleed your radiators to remove any trapped air pockets
  4. Reset the boiler to see if the code clears

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • NTC thermistor (Temperature sensor)
  • Main heat exchanger (Powerflush required)

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H.01 – .21

Your boiler is shutting down because it is heating up much too quickly when you turn on your taps, usually because the water isn't moving through the system properly.

High DIY-safe £120-350

What to check first

  1. Check that the cold water mains stopcock is fully open
  2. Ensure all isolation valves underneath the boiler are in the open position
  3. Try resetting the boiler to see if the error clears

Parts commonly replaced

  • DHW Temperature Sensor (NTC)
  • Plate Heat Exchanger
  • Circulation Pump
H.02 – .02

Your boiler's main control board has lost its internal settings and does not know which model it is currently operating.

High Engineer only £280-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • PCB Configuration Plug
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H.02 – .03

Your boiler's internal computer has matching or settings errors that are temporarily preventing it from starting up correctly.

High Engineer only £100-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Parameter Key
  • Display Board
H.02 – .04

Your boiler's internal computer has become confused by its settings, causing it to stop working for safety.

High DIY-safe £100-280

What to check first

  1. Locate the reset button or selector switch on the front control panel
  2. Press and hold the reset button for 5 seconds, or turn the switch to 'R' and back to 'On'
  3. Wait for the boiler to complete its restart sequence to see if the error clears

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB (Printed Circuit Board)
  • Parameter Key
H.02 – .06

Your boiler has detected that the water pressure is too low, likely caused by a leak or a lack of water in the system.

High DIY-safe £100-250

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop (the flexible silver hose usually under the boiler)
  2. Slowly open the valves to top up the system until the pressure gauge reads between 1 and 1.5 bar
  3. Close both valves tightly and restart the boiler

Parts commonly replaced

  • Automatic Air Vent
  • Expansion Vessel
  • Pressure Relief Valve
H.03 -.00

Your boiler is struggling to communicate with its internal temperature sensors, which is preventing it from heating up correctly.

High Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Temperature Sensor
  • Flue Sensor
  • Wiring Harness

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H.03 – .01

Your boiler's internal computer is having trouble talking to its main control board, preventing the system from starting up.

High Engineer only £250-£450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Wiring Harness
  • Display PCB
H.03 – .02

Your boiler has lost its flame while it was running, meaning it has shut down as a safety precaution and cannot provide heat or hot water.

High Engineer only £120-£350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flame sensing electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Ignition lead
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

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OFF OFF OFF

Your boiler has no electricity and is completely powered down, which means it will not provide any heating or hot water.

High DIY-safe £70-180

What to check first

  1. Check if your home's main fuse box (consumer unit) has tripped and flip the switch back up if necessary.
  2. Locate the boiler's power switch (usually a fused spur on the wall near the unit) and ensure it is turned on.
  3. Check if other appliances are working to rule out a general power cut.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Internal Glass Fuse
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Fused Connection Unit (Wall switch)
ON OFF ON

Your boiler has failed to light after several attempts and has locked itself out for safety.

High DIY-safe £120-350

What to check first

  1. Check that your gas supply is turned on at the meter
  2. Check if other gas appliances in your home are working
  3. Press the reset button once to see if the boiler restarts

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Flame sensing probe
  • Gas valve
ON ON ON

Your boiler has detected an internal electrical communication problem that is preventing it from starting up safely.

High Engineer only £120-£280

Parts commonly replaced

  • Wiring harness
  • Control PCB
  • Low voltage cable assembly

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