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06 on Chaffoteaux Minima MX2 24FF / 30FF

Your boiler has detected that the temperature inside is getting very cold and has automatically fired up to prevent the internal pipes from freezing.

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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.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Anti-freeze - burner: The burner starts at 3°C.

From this model's manual
Verified against the Chaffoteaux Minima Mx2 installation & service manual.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

DIY fix possible

Check that your heating is set to a scheduled time or 'on' if the ambient temperature is near freezingEnsure the boiler is not located in a draughty or uninsulated areaIf the weather is mild and this code persists, check that your external temperature sensor (if fitted) is not damaged or covered in ice

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