BoilerFaultCodes 229 / EA High
Boiler Fault Code 229 / EA
Also written as 229EA — same fault.
Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team Last reviewed
Fault code 229 / EA appears across 1 boiler brand and 1 models. The exact meaning varies by manufacturer — pick your boiler brand below to see the model-specific fix.
Most common meaning Your boiler has stopped because it cannot detect that the flame is lit, meaning it has safely shut down to prevent gas from building up. (As reported on Worcester Bosch Greenstar CDi Compact)
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Source
Information for the 229 / EA fault code is sourced from the official service / installation manual for each model that displays it. Read more about how we source fault codes →
Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026