High
-9OC on Glow-worm Ultracom 2 CXI

Your boiler has detected a problem with the sensor that monitors hot water temperature, likely due to a loose connection or a fault in the internal wiring.

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

Check that the DHW thermistor wires are unconnected and are not faulty or trapped.

From this model's manual
Verified against the Glow Worm/Glow Worm Glow Worm 30cxi 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's control board loses communication with the sensor responsible for monitoring your hot water temperature. The most common reason is a loose electrical connection or a break in the internal wiring, preventing the system from knowing if the water is at a safe temperature. Because the boiler cannot verify the heat level, it stops providing hot water as a safety precaution.

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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