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6 Low

Your boiler has detected that the water temperature is too low and has activated its internal freezing protection mode to prevent pipes from ice damage.

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: Anti-frost mode on water circulation

DIY fix possible

Ensure your heating is switched on and the thermostat is set to a reasonable temperature to allow the boiler to heat the water circuitCheck that your boiler's external flue is not blocked by ice or debrisMonitor the unit for 30 minutes to see if the code clears once the system warms up

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