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5 (Permanent Light) on Ferroli Tempra

Your boiler is receiving electrical power and is currently in standby mode or normal operation.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed

Monitor it

This is a minor fault. Keep an eye on it and mention it at your next annual boiler service. Reset the boiler and see if it clears.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Electric power supply ON

From this model's manual
Verified against the Ferroli Boiler Tempra 24 installation & service manual.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

DIY fix possible

No action is required as this indicates the power is onTurn on your thermostat or hot water tap to start the boilerCheck that the selector dial is set to the correct mode (Winter or Summer)

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