Glow-worm Micron 40FF Fault codes & diagnostics

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

Regular Natural Gas 11.7 kW 1997-2006 Discontinued

Replaced by: Micron System

This boiler uses LED flash patterns

Count the flashes in one repeating group before the pause. That number is your fault code. Do not reset until you have noted it. How to read fault codes →

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Each cell = one fault code. Hover to identify.
1 Emergency 17 High 5 Low

All 23 documented codes

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Fast Flashing (8Hz)

Your boiler has detected an internal electrical error or a component failure during its startup sequence that is preventing it from firing up.

High Engineer only £180-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Air Pressure Switch
  • Wiring Harness

Related codes

LED 1 Fast Flashing (8Hz)

Your boiler’s internal control board has developed a critical electronic fault and can no longer manage the heating process safely.

High Engineer only £220-£380

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Control Box Unit
LED 1 Slow Flashing (2Hz)

Your boiler has entered a safety lockout mode because it failed to light or stay on properly after multiple attempts.

High DIY-safe £100-350

What to check first

  1. Locate the reset button or selector switch on the front control panel.
  2. Turn the selector switch to the 'Reset' position or press the reset button for five seconds.
  3. Check if your gas prepay meter has credit and that other gas appliances in your home are working.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition Electrode
  • Gas Valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
LED 2 Fast Flashing (8Hz)

Your boiler has detected an internal electrical or computer error and has stopped working for safety.

High Engineer only £180-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Internal Wiring Harness
Slow Flashing (2Hz)

Your boiler has failed to ignite and has locked itself out for safety, meaning you currently have no heating or hot water.

High DIY-safe £120-350

What to check first

  1. Check that your gas supply is turned on at the meter
  2. Turn the control knob to 'Reset' for 5 seconds and then back to the desired setting
  3. If you have a prepay meter, check that you have enough credit

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition Electrode
  • Gas Valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
Burner On Neon

Your boiler is operating normally and is currently heating the water for your radiators or hot water tank.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. No action is required as this is a status indicator, not a fault code.
  2. Check that your thermostat is set to the desired temperature.
  3. Ensure your programmer is set to 'On' if you require heating.
Burner On neon off

Your boiler's burner stays lit even when it should turn off, meaning it isn't responding to your thermostat or timer settings.

Emergency Engineer only £120-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Gas Valve
  • External Controls Wiring
Illuminated reset light

Your boiler has switched itself off because it has reached an unsafe temperature and needs to be cooled down and reset.

High DIY-safe £100-280

What to check first

  1. Check that your radiator valves are open and not turned to zero.
  2. Turn the boiler temperature control knob to the 'O' position.
  3. Wait a few minutes for the unit to cool, then turn the knob back to your desired temperature setting to reset the fault.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Circulation Pump
  • Thermistor
LED 1 (RESET) Constant Light

Your boiler has failed to light after several attempts and has locked itself out for safety.

High DIY-safe £100-280

What to check first

  1. Check that your gas pre-pay meter has credit (if applicable)
  2. Verify that other gas appliances in your home are working
  3. Press and release the reset button once to restart the ignition sequence

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition Electrode
  • Gas Valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
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NEON1

Your boiler is receiving electrical power and is in standby mode or waiting for a signal to heat up.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Check that your external room thermostat or programmer is turned up and calling for heat
  2. Ensure the boiler control knob is not set to the 'Off' position
  3. Wait a few minutes to see if the boiler begins its ignition sequence automatically

Related codes

NEON2

Your boiler is receiving a request to turn on the heating or hot water, but it has not yet successfully fired the burner.

High Engineer only £120-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan
  • Air Pressure Switch
  • PCB

Related codes

NEON3

Your boiler has stopped working because it thinks the fan is spinning but it isn't receiving the correct signal to proceed with lighting the burner.

High Engineer only £140-£320

Parts commonly replaced

  • Air Pressure Switch
  • Fan Assembly
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

NEON4

Your boiler is operating normally and the burner has successfully ignited to provide heating or hot water.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. No action is required as this is a status light showing the boiler is working correctly.
  2. Check your thermostat or programmer settings if the boiler is running when you do not want it to.
  3. Ensure your radiator valves are open if the boiler is lit but the house remains cold.

Related codes

NEON5

Your boiler has shut down because it has detected it is getting too hot, usually caused by a blockage or a pump failure.

High DIY-safe £120-280

What to check first

  1. Check that your pump is running and hasn't seized
  2. Ensure all radiator valves are open to allow water to flow
  3. Wait for the boiler to cool down and press the reset button located underneath the unit

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulating Pump
  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Thermistor

Related codes

NEON6

Your boiler is failing to light or stay lit, meaning it cannot heat your home or water.

High DIY-safe £120-350

What to check first

  1. Check if your gas supply is active, for example by testing another gas appliance like a hob.
  2. Press the reset button once to see if the boiler restarts.
  3. Ensure the condensate pipe (the white plastic pipe outside) hasn't frozen in cold weather.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition Electrode
  • Gas Valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

Reset LED is lit

Your boiler has sensed it is getting too hot and has shut itself down as a safety precaution.

High DIY-safe £100-280

What to check first

  1. Check that all radiator valves are open and not turned to zero.
  2. Ensure there are no blockages in the system and that the pump is running.
  3. Reset the boiler by turning the temperature control knob to 'Off' and then back to your desired setting.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Circulation Pump
  • Temperature Sensor (NTC Thermistor)
Reset light

Your boiler has switched itself off because it got too hot, likely triggered by a safety sensor to prevent damage.

High DIY-safe £120-250

What to check first

  1. Open the small control cover on the front of the boiler.
  2. Turn the temperature control knob fully anticlockwise to the '0' position.
  3. Wait a few seconds, then turn the knob back to your original desired temperature setting to restart the boiler.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Circulation Pump
  • Thermistor
Reset light (illuminated)

Your boiler has become too hot and has automatically shut down to protect itself, usually because the water inside isn't circulating properly.

High DIY-safe £100-280

What to check first

  1. Ensure all radiator valves are fully open to allow water flow.
  2. Check that the system pressure is at the correct level (usually 1.0 to 1.5 bar).
  3. Press the reset button or turn the control knob to 'Off/Reset' and then back to 'On' to restart the boiler.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation Pump
  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Thermistor
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Reset Light / Overheat

Your boiler has switched itself off because it has reached an unsafe temperature, usually caused by a circulation issue or a temporary blockage.

High DIY-safe £0-180

What to check first

  1. Open the control cover on the front of the boiler
  2. Turn the temperature control knob fully anticlockwise to the '0' position
  3. Wait a few seconds, then turn the knob back to your original desired temperature setting to restart the boiler

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Pump
  • Thermistor
Sequence Error

Your boiler has become confused while trying to start up and has stopped working for safety reasons.

High DIY-safe £180-350

What to check first

  1. Locate the reset button on the control panel
  2. Press and hold the reset button for 5 seconds
  3. Wait for the boiler to attempt to restart
  4. Ensure your gas supply is active by checking other gas appliances

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Air Pressure Switch
  • Fan Assembly
Software Error

Your boiler's internal computer brain has encountered a glitch or failure and is struggling to run its operating system.

High DIY-safe £280-450

What to check first

  1. Switch the boiler's electrical power supply off at the fused spur switch
  2. Wait for approximately 60 seconds
  3. Switch the power back on and see if the error clears

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)