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Neon 4 NOT lit on Glow-worm Space Saver

Your boiler has failed to light the pilot flame or cannot verify that the burner is safely lit, resulting in no heating or hot water.

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.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Ignition, pilot or flame proving fault.

From this model's manual
Verified against the Space Saver 30 40 50 installation & service 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 fault occurs when the boiler tries to start but fails to establish or maintain the small pilot flame needed to light the main burner. The most common reasons are a blocked pilot hole preventing gas flow or a worn-out sensor that can no longer detect the heat from the flame. Without confirmation that it is safe to stay lit, the boiler shuts down as a safety precaution.

This issue often appears in autumn when the boiler is first switched back on after a long summer break, as debris or dust can settle in the pilot assembly during periods of inactivity.

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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