BoilerFaultCodes Pilot being extinguished High
Boiler Fault Code Pilot being extinguished
Also written as PILOTBEINGEXTINGUISHED — same fault.
Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team Last reviewed
Fault code Pilot being extinguished appears across 1 boiler brand and 2 models. The exact meaning varies by manufacturer — pick your boiler brand below to see the model-specific fix.
Most common meaning Your boiler's small starter flame has gone out, which has caused the system to shut down for safety because it can no longer safely ignite the main burner. (As reported on Potterton Puma 100e)
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Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026