High Lockout
LED 1 Slow Flashing (2Hz) on Glow-worm Micron 40FF

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

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Call an engineer soon

Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24 to 48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.

Technical description

Non - Volatile Lockout

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's control system detects that a flame has not been successfully established or maintained after several ignition cycles. The most common reasons include a worn-out spark probe that can no longer ignite the gas, or a faulty gas valve preventing fuel from reaching the burner.

Engineer required

This is a high severity fault. Stop using the boiler and call a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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