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Boiler locks out on Ferroli Sigma 40 FF

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.

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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

Check 230 v on grey wire of terminal block x5 on main pcb; check for continuity through overheat thermostat

Engineer required

This is a high severity fault. Stop using the boiler and call a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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