Common problems guide

The most common Biasi Activ A problems

The faults most likely to send a Biasi Activ A into lockout — with plain-English causes, what to check first, estimated repair costs and whether you need a Gas Safe engineer.

This model is discontinued. Parts can be harder to source and expensive. If repair costs are mounting, a new A-rated boiler may be the smarter choice.
31 documented codes
6 most common
6 DIY-safe checks
0 engineer needed

The 6 most common faults

01
Er 01 High DIY-safe

Your boiler has tried to light several times but failed, so it has shut itself down for safety.

What to try first

Check if other gas appliances, like your hob, are working to ensure fuel is reaching the houseEnsure your gas meter hasn't run out of credit or been turned offPress and hold the 'Reset' button for five seconds to see if the boiler restarts

Est. cost
£100-280
Parts
Ignition electrode, Gas valve, Flame sensing probe
Full guide for Er 01
02
Er 02 High DIY-safe

Your boiler has switched itself off because it has detected that the water inside has become or is becoming too hot.

What to try first

Ensure all radiator valves are fully open to allow water to circulateCheck that the boiler pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar on the gaugePress and hold the 'Reset' button for five seconds to restart the system

Est. cost
£100-280
Parts
Overheat Thermostat, Central Heating Pump, Main Heat Exchanger
Full guide for Er 02
03
Er 18 High DIY-safe

Your boiler has stopped working because it cannot detect enough water or water flow inside its main heating pipes.

What to try first

Check your boiler pressure gauge to see if it has dropped below 1 bar.Use the filling loop underneath the boiler to top up the pressure to between 1 and 1.5 bars.Reset the boiler using the reset button or dial.

Est. cost
£100-£250
Parts
Circulating pump, Pressure sensor, Automatic air vent
Full guide for Er 18
04
Er 04 High DIY-safe

Your boiler has detected that there is either not enough water in the system or the water isn't moving through the pipes correctly.

What to try first

Check the pressure gauge on the front of the boiler; it should be between 1 and 1.5 bar.If the pressure is too low, use the filling loop underneath the boiler to top it up with water.Ensure all radiator valves and isolation valves under the boiler are fully open.

Est. cost
£100-280
Parts
Circulating Pump, Water Pressure Switch, Flow Temperature Sensor
Full guide for Er 04
05
03E High DIY-safe

Your boiler has detected that there is not enough water circulating inside the system to operate safely.

What to try first

Check your boiler's pressure gauge on the front panel; it should be between 1 and 1.5 bar.If the pressure is below 1 bar, locate the filling loop (usually a silver braided hose under the boiler).Open the valves to allow water into the system until the gauge reaches 1.5 bar, then securely close the valves.

Est. cost
£90-180
Parts
Central heating pump, Pressure sensor, Flow switch
Full guide for 03E
06
18E High DIY-safe

Your boiler has detected that there is not enough water circulating inside the system to heat your home or provide hot water safely.

What to try first

Check your boiler's pressure gauge on the front panel; if it is below 1.0 bar, your system needs to be repressurised.Locate the filling loop (a silver flexible hose) underneath the boiler and open the valves to let water in until the needle reaches 1.5 bar.Close the filling loop valves tightly and check for any visible leaks around the radiators or pipes.

Est. cost
£90-180
Parts
Central heating pump, Flow switch, Pressure sensor
Full guide for 18E

on the Biasi Activ A

Ignition electrodeGas valveFlame sensing probePrinted Circuit Board (PCB)Overheat ThermostatCentral Heating Pump

Based on parts cited in our fault code database. Your engineer will confirm what's actually needed after diagnosis.

Call a Gas Safe engineer if…

  • You can smell gas or see signs of a leak
  • The Biasi shows an Emergency or High severity code
  • The boiler keeps locking out after repeated resets
  • You've tried the DIY checks and the fault hasn't cleared
  • There's visible water leaking from the boiler
  • The flame is yellow or orange instead of blue
See the full 31-code list for the Biasi Activ A