Glow-worm d.18 Fault Code
Also written as D18 — same fault.
The Glow-worm d.18 fault code means: your boiler is simply running its internal water pump for a few minutes after heating has finished to clear any leftover heat, which is a normal part of the system's operation.. It appears on 5 Glow-worm models in our database.
Technical description: Pump overrun operating mode
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This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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Glow-worm models that show the d.18 fault code
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Source
Glow-worm d.18 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Glow-worm service / installation manuals for each affected model.
- Glow-worm Energy7 Combi manual (PDF)
- Glow-worm Flexicom 24c / 28c manual (PDF)
- Glow-worm Sustain 12s manual (PDF)
Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 7 July 2026