What does the Ideal 3 PILOT LIT, BUT NO MAINS GAS fault code mean?

Your boiler's small pilot flame is lit, but the main burner is failing to ignite to provide heat or hot water.

How much does it cost to fix Ideal error code 3 PILOT LIT, BUT NO MAINS GAS?

Typical repair cost for the Ideal 3 PILOT LIT, BUT NO MAINS GAS fault is £120-350 including labour.

Can I fix Ideal fault code 3 PILOT LIT, BUT NO MAINS GAS myself?

Check that your room thermostat and hot water cylinder thermostat are turned up high enough to call for heat.

Ideal 3 PILOT LIT, BUT NO MAINS GAS Fault Code: What It Means & How to Fix It

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Check supply voltage; If no supply check the fuse in the plug or other supply point; Is there a supply voltage at the input to the control box; Set any CH and HW controls to CONTINUOUS position; Check the settings of the room and cylinder thermostats; If no supply - check the controls; Check the boiler thermostats; Replace the gas control valve.

From this model's manual

This code was read directly from the manufacturer service manual for this model.

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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Your boiler's small pilot flame is lit, but the main burner is failing to ignite to provide heat or hot water.

What the manual says

Engineer required

Avoid the next call-out bill

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