Common problems guide

The most common Biasi Parva 24S problems

The faults most likely to send a Biasi Parva 24S 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.
10 documented codes
6 most common
6 DIY-safe checks
0 engineer needed

The 6 most common faults

01
ER 01 + Reset High DIY-safe

Your boiler has failed to light the flame or has lost it during operation, causing the system to lock out for safety.

What to try first

Check that your gas supply is turned on and other gas appliances are working.Press and hold the 'Reset' button for five seconds to see if the boiler restarts.If it has been very cold, check that the white plastic condensate pipe outside hasn't frozen.

Est. cost
£120-350
Parts
Ignition Electrode, Gas Valve, Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
Full guide for ER 01 + Reset
02
ER 02 + Reset High DIY-safe

Your boiler has likely overheated, causing a safety cutout to stop the system from running.

What to try first

Turn the selector switch to the 'Reset' position for a few seconds, then back to the 'On' position.Check that your radiator valves are open and not turned off.Ensure your boiler pressure is between 1 and 1.5 bar on the pressure gauge.

Est. cost
£100-280
Parts
Overheat Thermostat, Pump, Main Heat Exchanger
Full guide for ER 02 + Reset
03
ER 03 + Reset High DIY-safe

Your boiler has detected a problem with how it disposes of waste gases or brings in fresh air, causing it to shut down for safety.

What to try first

Check the outdoor flue pipe for any obvious obstructions like bird nests, leaves, or debris.If it is freezing outside, check if the white plastic condensate pipe is blocked with ice.Press and hold the reset button for 5 seconds to see if the error clears.

Est. cost
£100-280
Parts
Air Pressure Switch, Fan, Venturi Tube
Full guide for ER 03 + Reset
04
ER 10 + reset High DIY-safe

Your boiler has detected that the water pressure is too low, causing the system to shut down for safety.

What to try first

Locate the filling loop (braided silver hose) underneath the boilerSlowly open both taps/valves until you hear water entering the systemClose both valves once the pressure gauge on the front reaches between 1.0 and 1.5 barPress the Reset button

Est. cost
£0-120
Parts
Filling loop, Water pressure switch, Expansion vessel
Full guide for ER 10 + reset
05
ER + 25 + Reset High DIY-safe

Your boiler has likely detected a circulation or temperature sensing issue, meaning the water is either not moving correctly or the boiler thinks it is overheating.

What to try first

Check that the boiler pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 barEnsure all radiator valves and isolation valves under the boiler are fully openTry bleeding your radiators to remove any trapped airPress and hold the Reset button for 5 seconds

Est. cost
£120-350
Parts
Circulation Pump, Main Heat Exchanger, NTC Temperature Sensor
Full guide for ER + 25 + Reset
06
ER + 69 High DIY-safe

Your boiler has detected an electrical configuration error and cannot operate safely, meaning you will have no heating or hot water until it is reset or repaired.

What to try first

Locate the selector switch on the front control panelTurn the dial to the 'R' (Reset) position for five secondsTurn the dial back to the 'On' position and wait for the boiler to restart

Est. cost
£100-280
Parts
Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB), External Interface Connection
Full guide for ER + 69

on the Biasi Parva 24S

Ignition ElectrodeGas ValvePrinted Circuit Board (PCB)Overheat ThermostatPumpMain Heat Exchanger

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 10-code list for the Biasi Parva 24S