Glow-worm Energy 35 Store Fault codes & diagnostics

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

Gas 2015-present
GC Number 47-019-37
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5 Emergency 37 High 12 Medium 18 Low

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47-019-37 Energy 35 Store 2015–present

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All 72 documented codes

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F.00

Your boiler has lost the signal from one of its internal temperature sensors, causing it to shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £120-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.01

Your boiler has lost the signal from the sensor that monitors the water temperature returning to the unit, causing it to stop heating as a safety precaution.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return NTC thermistor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.02

Your boiler is having trouble measuring the temperature of the built-in hot water cylinder, which usually means it cannot heat your hot water properly.

Medium Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC cylinder sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.03

Your boiler's hot water cylinder sensor is not responding properly, which means the system cannot correctly measure the temperature of your stored hot water.

Medium Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • Cylinder temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.10

Your boiler has temporarily stopped working because it is getting an incorrect temperature reading from its internal sensor.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow NTC thermistor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.11

Your boiler has temporarily stopped working because a sensor that measures the temperature of the water returning into the system has developed an electrical fault.

High Engineer only £120-£200

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return NTC thermistor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.12

Your boiler has lost the ability to properly read the temperature inside your hot water storage tank due to a wiring or sensor problem.

Medium Engineer only £120-£200

Parts commonly replaced

  • Cylinder temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.13

Your boiler has lost the ability to read the temperature of your hot water storage cylinder correctly due to a wiring or sensor fault.

Medium Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • Cylinder temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.20

Your boiler has temporarily shut down because the internal water temperature got too high.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Temperature limiter
  • NTC thermistor
  • Pump

Related codes

F.22

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

High DIY-safe £0-120

What to check first

  1. Locate the silver braided filling loop hoses underneath or near the boiler
  2. Open the one or two small taps on the filling loop until you hear water flowing
  3. Watch the pressure gauge and close the taps once the needle reaches between 1 and 1.5 bar

Parts commonly replaced

  • Filling loop
  • Expansion vessel
  • Pressure sensor

Related codes

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F.23

Your boiler has detected that the water is heating up significantly faster than it can be moved around your system, forcing it to shut down to prevent internal damage.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • System filter
  • Heat exchanger

Related codes

F.24

Your boiler has switched itself off because the water inside it is heating up too quickly, which usually means the water isn't flowing through the system properly.

High DIY-safe £120-£350

What to check first

  1. Check that all radiator valves are fully open
  2. Ensure the boiler pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar on the gauge
  3. Try resetting the boiler to see if the fault clears

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • Flow/Return thermistor
  • Main heat exchanger (cleaning)

Related codes

F.26

Your boiler has detected an issue with the internal gas valve, meaning it cannot safely control the supply of gas required to heat your home and water.

Emergency Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

F.27

Your boiler has detected a false flame signal, meaning it thinks a fire is burning inside when it shouldn't be, so it has safely shut down to prevent any risk.

Emergency Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Flame electrode

Related codes

F.28

Your boiler has tried to light several times but has been unable to establish a flame, meaning you will have no heating or hot water.

High DIY-safe £90-280

What to check first

  1. Check if your gas meter has credit (if on a prepayment meter)
  2. Verify other gas appliances in your home, like a hob, are working correctly
  3. Reset the boiler by pressing the flame/reset button for several seconds

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Spark generator

Related codes

F.29

Your boiler was working but has unexpectedly turned itself off because the flame went out and it cannot manage to relight it.

High DIY-safe £100-£350

What to check first

  1. Check that your gas meter has credit and the gas emergency control valve is open
  2. Inspect the white plastic condensate pipe outside for signs of freezing or blockages
  3. Press the Reset button (indicated by a flame with a line through it) for one second

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition Electrode
  • Gas Valve
  • Flame Sensing Electrode
  • Condensate Trap

Related codes

F.32

Your boiler has detected that the internal fan responsible for safely venting exhaust gases is not spinning, so it has shut down to prevent unsafe operation.

High Engineer only £180-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan unit
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.42

Your boiler is struggling to recognise its own internal memory and electronic settings, meaning it cannot operate safely and has shut down.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Display PCB

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F.49

Your boiler is struggling to communicate with its internal control system or any connected external thermostats.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • eBUS PCB
  • Wiring harness
  • Main printed circuit board (PCB)

Related codes

F.52

Your boiler has lost the electronic signal to a sensor that measures water flow, so it has safely stopped working to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Mass flow sensor
  • Wiring harness
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

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F.53

Your boiler has detected an issue with the sensor that measures the flow of water inside the system, causing it to lock out for safety.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Mass flow sensor
  • Flow sensor harness/wiring
  • Main printed circuit board (PCB)

Related codes

F.54

Your boiler has detected an issue with the incoming gas supply pressure, meaning it cannot operate safely.

Emergency Engineer only £100-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Gas regulator
  • Gas meter

Related codes

F.56

Your boiler has detected an issue with how water or air is flowing through the system, so it has safely shut down to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Mass flow sensor
  • Water pressure sensor
  • Main printed circuit board (PCB)

Related codes

F.57

Your boiler has detected a safety issue while trying to operate normally and has temporarily locked itself out to prevent any hazards.

High Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Gas Valve
  • Temperature Sensor

Related codes

F.61

Your boiler has detected an issue with the control signal to the internal gas valve, which prevents it from safely supplying gas to heat your home.

Emergency Engineer only £150-£300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Main printed circuit board (PCB)

Related codes

F.62

Your boiler has detected an issue with the gas valve shutting down properly, so it has safely locked itself out to prevent any hazards.

Emergency Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

F.63

The boiler's internal computer memory has suffered a technical failure, meaning it can no longer process the instructions needed to run safely.

High Engineer only £250-£450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

F.64

Your boiler has detected an internal electronic or temperature sensor problem and has safely shut down to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC thermistor
  • Main printed circuit board (PCB)

Related codes

F.65

Your boiler has temporarily stopped working because the internal electronic components have become too hot.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Temperature sensor

Related codes

F.67

Your boiler's main computer control panel is having trouble detecting the burner flame, which has caused it to shut down for safety reasons.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Flame detection probe
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

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F.68

Your boiler is struggling to keep its internal flame lit while it is running.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flame rectification electrode
  • Ignition lead
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

F.70

Your boiler's main computer has lost its memory of which specific model it is, meaning it cannot run safely without a professional reset.

High Engineer only £100-£200

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • User Interface Display

Related codes

F.71

Your boiler has temporarily stopped working because it is getting incorrect temperature readings from its internal heating pipes.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.72

Your boiler is temporarily locked out because the temperature sensors on the heating pipes are reading conflicting or incorrect measurements.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow NTC sensor
  • Return NTC sensor
  • Sensor wiring harness

Related codes

F.73

Your boiler has detected that the water pressure reading is incorrect, which is preventing it from heating your home safely.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Water pressure sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.74

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

High DIY-safe £90-180

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop valves beneath your boiler.
  2. Open both valves slowly to let water into the system until the pressure gauge reads between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.
  3. Close both valves firmly and check the gauge holds steady before resetting the boiler.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Water pressure sensor
  • Filling loop

Related codes

F.77

Your boiler is detecting a blockage or a mechanical issue related to the safe ventilation of exhaust gases or the removal of water waste from the system.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue non-return valve
  • Condensate pump
  • Printed circuit board (PCB)

Related codes

F.79

Your boiler is having trouble reading the temperature of its hot water cylinder, which usually means it cannot safely or accurately heat your stored water.

Medium Engineer only £120-£250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Cylinder temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.81

Your boiler has temporarily stopped working because the water inside the domestic hot water circuit has become too hot.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC thermistor
  • Flow sensor
  • Main heat exchanger
  • PCB

Related codes

F.83

Your boiler is locking out because it cannot detect the water heating up properly when the burners turn on, which usually points to a sensor or circulation problem.

High Engineer only £150-£250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow temperature sensor
  • Return temperature sensor
  • Heating pump

Related codes

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F.84

Your boiler has detected that the sensors measuring the temperature of the water inside are giving conflicting readings.

Medium Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow temperature sensor
  • Return temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.85

Your boiler has detected that its internal temperature sensors were installed incorrectly during setup or maintenance, meaning it cannot accurately monitor the water flow.

High Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow sensor
  • Return sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.86

Your boiler has detected an issue with the underfloor heating safety thermostat, which temporarily stops the system to prevent overheating.

Medium Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Underfloor heating safety thermostat
  • Wiring centre
  • Main PCB

Related codes

F22

Your boiler has automatically shut down because the water pressure inside the system has dropped too low.

High DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop underneath your boiler or near the hot water cylinder.
  2. Open the valves slowly to let mains water into the system until the pressure gauge on the front reads between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.
  3. Close both valves tightly and reset the boiler using the reset button.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pressure relief valve
  • Pressure sensor
  • Expansion vessel

Related codes

S.11

Your boiler is trying to start its internal fan to clear gases safely, but the fan is not responding as expected.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue Gas Fan
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

S.13

Your boiler is temporarily locked out because it failed to detect a flame when trying to light.

High Engineer only £90-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

S.15

Your boiler is staying in a cooling-down phase for longer than expected because it is trying to move excess heat away from the internal components.

Low DIY-safe £0-120

What to check first

  1. Check that at least one radiator is turned on fully (TRV set to max) to allow heat dissipation
  2. Ensure the system pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar
  3. Wait up to 10 minutes for the boiler to complete its natural cooling cycle
  4. Bleed radiators to ensure there is no trapped air affecting circulation

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pump
  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Main PCB

Related codes

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S.16

Your boiler is staying in a cooling-down mode because it thinks the air fan is still spinning when it should have stopped.

High Engineer only £180-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Main PCB
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

S.17

Your boiler is safely running its water pump for a short period after the heating or hot water turns off to cool itself down properly.

Low Engineer only

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

S.21

Your boiler is checking that its internal air fan is working properly before it tries to ignite the flames for your heating and hot water.

Medium Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

S.23

Your boiler is trying to light the gas to provide heat or hot water, but the burner is failing to ignite properly.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

S.25

Your boiler is temporarily running the internal pump or fan to cool itself down after heating your home or water.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Wait for the process to finish, as this is a normal operating function.
  2. Ensure your radiator valves are open to allow heat to dissipate.
  3. If the code never disappears, try resetting the boiler once.

Related codes

S.26

Your boiler is currently blowing out leftover exhaust gases through the flue, which is a normal process that happens for a short time after you turn off your heating or hot water.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Wait for 5 to 10 minutes to see if the status code clears itself
  2. Check that there are no obstructions blocking the external flue pipe outside your home
  3. If the code stays on for hours without the boiler firing, try a simple reset

Related codes

S.27

Your boiler is temporarily running the pump after the heat has turned off to safely cool down the internal components.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Wait for the code to disappear naturally as the boiler cools down
  2. Ensure at least one radiator with a manual valve is fully open to allow water flow
  3. Check that the system water pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar

Related codes

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S.30

Your boiler is perfectly healthy, but it is currently waiting for a signal from your wall-mounted thermostat to tell it to turn the heating on.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Check your wall thermostat or heating controller and turn the target temperature up higher than the current room temperature.
  2. Check if your thermostat is set to 'Auto' or 'Schedule' mode and ensure a heating period is currently active.
  3. Replace the batteries in your wireless thermostat if the display is blank or dim.

Related codes

S.31

Your boiler is currently in summer mode or simply waiting for your room thermostat to tell it that your home needs heat.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Check your thermostat or programmer to ensure a heating or hot water schedule is currently active.
  2. Increase the target temperature on your thermostat above the current room temperature.
  3. Switch your boiler controls from summer mode (water only) to winter mode (heating and water) if you require radiators.

Related codes

S.32

Your boiler is temporarily pausing because it has detected an issue with the internal fan speed, waiting to see if it corrects itself before trying again.

Medium Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Air pressure switch or venturi

Related codes

S.34

Your boiler has detected very cold weather and is running its built-in protection cycle to prevent the internal pipes from freezing.

Low Engineer only
S.39

Your boiler has detected that the safety switch for your underfloor heating system is currently turned off or disconnected, so it has stopped heating that area.

Medium Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Underfloor heating limit thermostat
  • External wiring interface
  • System control board

Related codes

S.40

Your boiler has temporarily limited its heating output to protect your floors or system, often because a safety thermostat has been triggered.

Low Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • Contact thermostat
  • Main PCB

Related codes

S.41

Your boiler has detected that the water pressure inside the system has become too high, which may prevent it from operating correctly.

Medium DIY-safe £80-150

What to check first

  1. Locate a radiator in your home that has a bleed valve
  2. Place a cloth and container under the valve
  3. Open the valve slightly to release a small amount of water until the pressure gauge on the boiler drops to the recommended level (usually between 1.0 and 1.5 bar)
  4. Tighten the valve firmly

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pressure relief valve
  • Pressure sensor
  • Expansion vessel

Related codes

S.53

Your boiler is temporarily slowing down because the water inside is getting too hot too quickly, usually caused by blocked water flow.

Medium DIY-safe £100-£250

What to check first

  1. Check that your radiators are turned on and the valves are not completely closed
  2. Ensure your system pressure is at the correct level (usually around 1 to 1.5 bar)
  3. Restart your boiler using the reset button to see if normal operation resumes

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • Flow and return thermistors
  • Plate heat exchanger

Related codes

S.54

Your boiler is temporarily pausing because the water pressure inside the system has dropped too low.

High DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop valves underneath your boiler.
  2. Open the valves slowly to allow water into the system until the pressure gauge reads between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.
  3. Close both valves tightly and reset the boiler.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pressure sensor
  • Filling loop
  • Expansion vessel

Related codes

S.96

Your boiler is currently running a self-test on its water pressure system, which temporarily blocks your heating from turning on.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Wait 5 to 10 minutes for the boiler to finish its automated test cycle.
  2. Check that your heating controls are asking for heat.
  3. Restart the boiler if the message remains on the screen for too long.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Water pressure sensor
  • Main printed circuit board

Related codes

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S.98

Your boiler is temporarily checking the temperature of the water returning from your radiators to make sure everything is working properly.

Low Engineer only £90-150

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

S.99

Your boiler is currently topping up its internal water pressure automatically.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Wait a few minutes for the automatic filling cycle to finish and reset the boiler.
  2. Check that the internal filling loop or automatic filling device is fully closed if the cycle does not stop.
  3. If the message persists, switch the boiler off and on again to clear the temporary status message.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Automatic filling valve
  • Pressure sensor

Related codes

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