Ferroli Maxima 35 S Fault codes & diagnostics

45 fault codes with plain-English explanations, severity ratings, DIY guidance, and repair cost estimates.

System Natural Gas 35 kW 2018-present

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All 45 documented codes

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E01

Your boiler has stopped working because it has failed to light the burners, meaning it cannot produce heat or hot water.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Flame detection probe

Related codes

E02

Your boiler has detected a flame signal when the burner should be off, meaning it has shut itself down as a safety precaution to prevent dangerous gas build-up.

Emergency Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ionisation electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB

Related codes

E03

Your boiler has detected that the flue gases are not being cleared away safely or the air intake is blocked, so it has shut itself down to prevent dangerous fumes from building up.

Emergency Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Air pressure switch
  • Flue fan unit
  • Venturi assembly
E04

Your boiler has detected that the water pressure inside the system has dropped too low to operate safely.

Medium DIY-safe £0-80

What to check first

  1. Locate the external filling loop, usually two silver valves connected by a braided metal hose underneath the boiler.
  2. Open both valves slowly to let water into the system until the pressure gauge on the front of the boiler reads between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.
  3. Close both valves firmly and check for any leaks; the fault code should clear automatically.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Filling loop
  • Pressure relief valve
  • Pressure sensor

Related codes

E05

Your boiler's heating water temperature sensor has detected a fault, meaning the system can no longer accurately read how hot the water is.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating flow sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

E06

Your boiler has detected a problem with the temperature sensor on the hot water supply, which means it cannot accurately measure how hot the water is.

High Engineer only £120-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • Domestic Hot Water (DHW) sensor
  • Wiring harness

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E08

Your boiler is unable to safely light or maintain its internal flame, so it has shut down to prevent gas from building up.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Flame rectification probe
  • PCB

Related codes

E09

Your boiler has detected an internal electrical problem that prevents it from safely controlling the gas supply, so it has shut down to protect your home.

High Engineer only £180-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring harness
E21

Your boiler has failed to ignite the gas safely because it cannot detect a flame, meaning you currently have no heating or hot water.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Flame rectification probe
  • Gas valve
  • PCB
E23

The boiler is detecting that its temperature sensors are reporting information in a way that contradicts the system's logic, likely due to a wiring issue or a faulty component.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow NTC sensor
  • Return NTC sensor
  • Wiring harness

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E24

Your boiler has stopped trying to heat your hot water because it has been running for too long without reaching the required temperature.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • DHW sensor
  • Diverter valve
  • Heat exchanger

Related codes

E25

Your boiler has detected that water is not moving through the system properly, which is preventing it from heating your home safely.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central Heating Pump
  • Flow Sensor
  • System Filter

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E26

Your boiler has detected that hot water isn't moving around your system properly, so it has shut down to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • System filter
  • Heat exchanger

Related codes

E31

Your boiler is struggling to detect the flow of water inside the system because the sensor responsible for monitoring it is sending an invalid signal.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow sensor
  • Wiring harness

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E32

Your boiler is struggling to accurately measure the temperature of the water returning to it, so it has stopped working to prevent potential damage.

High Engineer only £120-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return NTC Temperature Sensor
  • Wiring harness/connector

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E33

Your boiler has detected a communication error with its flue venting system, which means it will stop working to ensure your home remains safe.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue sensor
  • Wiring harness
  • PCB

Related codes

E34

Your boiler is failing to switch on because the electricity supply reaching it is too weak to operate the internal controls safely.

High Engineer only £100-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • External power supply wiring
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Internal power supply cabling

Related codes

E35

Your boiler is struggling to detect the power supply frequency, which is causing it to shut down to prevent damage to its internal electronics.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

E37

Your boiler has stopped working because the amount of water inside your heating system has dropped below the minimum level required to run safely.

High DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop (usually a silver braided hose with a valve) underneath the boiler.
  2. Open the valve slowly to allow mains cold water to enter the system until the pressure gauge on the front reads between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.
  3. Close the valve tightly to stop the flow and ensure the boiler resets itself.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Filling loop
  • Pressure relief valve
  • Pressure sensor
E40

Your boiler is unable to accurately measure the water pressure inside the system, which is preventing it from heating your home safely.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Water pressure sensor
  • Wiring harness

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E41

Your boiler has lost the ability to measure the temperature of your hot water, which means it will stop providing hot water until the faulty sensor is replaced.

High Engineer only £120-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • Domestic Hot Water (DHW) NTC temperature sensor

Related codes

E44

Your boiler has detected a disagreement between two internal temperature sensors, meaning it cannot accurately tell how hot the water inside is and has safely shut down to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow NTC sensor
  • Safety NTC sensor
  • Wiring harness
F1

Your boiler is failing to light the internal flame, which means it cannot produce any heat or hot water.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB

Related codes

F2

Your boiler has detected that a flame is present even though it is not trying to heat your home or water, meaning it has shut down as a safety precaution.

Emergency Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Flame rectification probe
  • Printed Circuit Board

Related codes

F3

Your boiler has detected that it is dangerously hot and has shut itself down to prevent any damage to the unit.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pump
  • Diverter valve
  • Heat exchanger
  • NTC sensor
F5

Your boiler has detected an issue with the internal ventilation system that pushes waste gases outside, so it has safely shut itself down to prevent operation.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Air pressure switch
  • Wiring harness
  • PCB

Related codes

F8

Your boiler has detected an issue with the flame detection system, meaning it cannot reliably tell if the burner is lit, so it has safely shut itself down to prevent gas from escaping.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ionisation electrode
  • Ignition lead
  • PCB

Related codes

F9

Your boiler is currently unable to talk to its internal gas control system, which means it cannot safely ignite or produce heat.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Gas valve wiring harness
  • Gas valve solenoid

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F10 to F22

Your boiler's internal computer has encountered a serious error and is unable to manage its own operations properly.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring harness
F25

Your boiler's internal computer has encountered a glitch and can no longer safely manage the heating process.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Control Board (PCB)
  • Wiring Harness
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F26

Your boiler has failed to light the flame, so it has safely shut itself down to prevent a gas build-up.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB
F30

Your boiler has stopped working because it cannot correctly track the temperature of the water moving through your heating system.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow NTC sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F31

Your boiler has stopped working because it cannot correctly detect the temperature of the water being sent to your radiators, forcing it to shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • CH flow temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness
F34

Your boiler is experiencing electrical power issues because the electricity coming into your home is outside of the safe operating range for the unit's internal computer.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main printed circuit board (PCB)
  • Power supply surge protection fuse

Related codes

F35

Your boiler has detected that the electricity supply from your home is not steady, which is preventing it from starting safely.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

F36

Your boiler's internal computer is experiencing a critical error and has stopped working to prevent further damage.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (P.C.B.)

Related codes

F37

Your boiler has stopped working because the water pressure inside your heating system has dropped too low to operate safely.

High DIY-safe £80-150

What to check first

  1. Locate the external filling loop, which is usually a small metal or braided hose located under the boiler.
  2. Open the small valve(s) on the loop to allow mains water to enter the system until the pressure gauge on the front of the boiler reads between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.
  3. Close the valve(s) tightly and check that the error code has cleared.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pressure relief valve
  • Expansion vessel
  • Pressure sensor
F39

Your boiler has lost communication with its outdoor temperature sensor, meaning it cannot automatically adjust your heating based on the weather.

Low Engineer only £100-£180

Parts commonly replaced

  • External temperature sensor
  • Wiring loom

Related codes

F40

Your boiler has detected that the water pressure inside your heating system is either too high or too low for it to operate safely.

High DIY-safe £80-150

What to check first

  1. Check the pressure gauge on the front of the boiler; if it is below 1 bar, your system needs to be re-pressurised.
  2. Locate the external filling loop (typically a silver flexible hose with one or two valves) connected to the underside of the boiler.
  3. Open the valve(s) slowly to let water in until the gauge needle sits between 1 and 1.5 bar, then ensure the valves are tightly closed.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pressure relief valve
  • Pressure sensor/transducer
  • Expansion vessel

Related codes

F41

Your boiler is struggling to accurately measure the water pressure inside the system, which is preventing it from heating your home safely.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Water pressure sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

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F43

Your boiler has lost the ability to accurately measure the temperature of the water returning to it, so it has shut down to prevent potential overheating.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return NTC sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F44

Your boiler is struggling to accurately measure the temperature of the water returning to it, so it has stopped working to prevent potential overheating.

High Engineer only £120-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness / Connector block
F45

Your boiler has detected an issue with the sensor that monitors the temperature of the exhaust fumes, so it has safely shut down to prevent potential overheating.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue gas sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F46

Your boiler has detected an issue with the sensor that monitors the temperature of the gases leaving the flue, causing it to shut down for safety reasons.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue gas temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness
F47

Your boiler has lost its connection to the system that monitors water pressure, so it has safely shut down to prevent any damage.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pressure transducer
  • Wiring harness

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