Low
E39 on Heatline Sargon 30

Your boiler is receiving an confusing signal from a temperature sensor located outside your home, likely due to a loose wire or a faulty connection.

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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

External sensor value out of range

Referenced from a related model
This code was carried over from a closely related model. Treat it as a guide and confirm against your boiler’s own manual.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

Engineer required

This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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