LED 5 red (1) [DHW mode] High

Ferroli LED 5 red (1) [DHW mode] Fault Code

Also written as LED5RED1DHWMODE — same fault.

The Ferroli LED 5 red (1) [DHW mode] fault code means: your boiler has detected an internal computer error and is currently unable to start, meaning you will likely have no hot water or heating.. It appears on 2 Ferroli models in our database.

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Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24 to 48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.

Technical description: Waiting time operating: replace P.C.B.
Typical repair cost £250-400 (including labour)

Engineer required

This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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Ferroli models that show the LED 5 red (1) [DHW mode] fault code

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Source

Ferroli LED 5 red (1) [DHW mode] 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 7 July 2026