Ferroli Sigma 40 FF Fault codes & diagnostics

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

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121

Your boiler has detected that water is not flowing correctly through the system to heat your home or water effectively.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • DHW flow sensor
  • Central heating flow switch
  • Circulation pump
Boiler lockout

Your boiler has stopped working because it cannot light the flame after several attempts, meaning you currently have no heating or hot water.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Ignition lead
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Gas valve
Boiler locks out

Your boiler has detected a safety issue with overheating or power delivery and has shut itself down to prevent damage, meaning you currently have no heating or hot water.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat thermostat
  • Main PCB
  • Wiring harness
Boiler sooting

Your boiler is struggling to burn the gas cleanly, which can lead to a dangerous buildup of soot and harmful fumes inside the appliance.

Emergency Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Burner assembly
  • Gas valve
  • Venturi
Burner air ports blocked

Your boiler is struggling to breathe because the vents that pull in air for the flame have become clogged with debris or dust, preventing it from starting safely.

Emergency Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Venturi
  • Fan assembly
  • Air intake filter/mesh
Burner fails to ignite

Your boiler is trying to start but the flame is not catching, meaning it cannot produce any heat or hot water.

High Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow temperature sensor
  • Gas valve
  • Air pressure switch
  • Fan
Burner goes out

Your boiler is struggling to keep its flame lit, which means it cannot heat your water or home reliably.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow temperature sensor
  • Gas valve
  • Burner assembly
Condensate in boiler

Your boiler is struggling because your water temperature is set too low, which is causing damaging moisture to build up inside the unit.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Condensate trap
  • Gas valve
Fan runs boiler does not work

Your boiler is attempting to start its fan but cannot complete the ignition process, meaning it cannot provide you with heating or hot water at this moment.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Air pressure switch
  • Fan assembly
  • PCB
  • Venturi
Incorrect gas rate

Your boiler is struggling to receive the correct amount of gas it needs to run safely and efficiently.

Emergency Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Gas regulator
  • Burner assembly
Intermittent gas valve problem

Your boiler is struggling to get the gas supply it needs to stay lit, which is causing it to cut out intermittently.

Emergency Engineer only £180-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Wiring harness
Radiators cold in winter

Your boiler is struggling to push warmth around your home because the internal parts responsible for moving or measuring hot water are not working as they should.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • NTC thermistor sensor