3 bar or greater Emergency
Boiler Fault Code 3 bar or greater
Also written as 3BARORGREATER — same fault.
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Fault code 3 bar or greater 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's internal water pressure has climbed too high, causing a safety valve to release water to prevent damage inside the unit. (As reported on Baxi 130 HE (range))
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Source
Information for the 3 bar or greater 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