Ferroli F51 Fault Code
The Ferroli F51 fault code means: your boiler's main internal computer has developed a fault and can no longer control the heating or hot water safely.. It appears on 3 Ferroli models in our database.
Technical description: Controller DBM23B error – controller could have an internal error
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This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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Ferroli F51 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Ferroli service / installation manuals for each affected model.
Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026