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S.02 on Glow-worm Flexicom hx

Your boiler is simply performing a routine preparation step by running its internal pump before ignition to ensure safe water flow.

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

pump pre-run

Shared across the range
This code is shared by the boilers in this range, which use the same control board. It may not be printed in this exact variant’s manual.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

What causes this fault?

This status occurs when the boiler detects a demand for heat and starts the internal pump to move water through the heat exchanger. It is a vital safety check designed to ensure there is sufficient water flow before the burner ignites to prevent the system from overheating. Once the electronics confirm the water is circulating correctly, the boiler will proceed to the ignition stage.

DIY fix possible

This fault may be fixable without an engineer. Check your manual first.

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