6 Red Flashes High
Boiler Fault Code 6 Red Flashes
Also written as 6REDFLASHES — same fault.
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Fault code 6 Red Flashes appears across 1 boiler brand and 27 models. The exact meaning varies by manufacturer — pick your boiler brand below to see the model-specific fix.
Most common meaning Your boiler has detected a general internal error, often linked to a small electronic glitch or a sensor that is failing to communicate correctly with the main controls. (As reported on Baxi MainEco)
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Source
Information for the 6 Red Flashes 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