BoilerFaultCodes 5 pulses High
Boiler Fault Code 5 pulses
Also written as 5PULSES — same fault.
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Fault code 5 pulses appears across 1 boiler brand and 13 models. The exact meaning varies by manufacturer — pick your boiler brand below to see the model-specific fix.
Most common meaning Your boiler has been left in a manual testing mode after a recent service or inspection, which is preventing it from running normally. (As reported on Worcester Bosch Greenstar Ri)
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Source
Information for the 5 pulses 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