0 / Y High

Ideal 0 / Y Fault Code

Also written as 0Y — same fault.

The Ideal 0 / Y fault code means: your boiler is struggling to direct heat to your radiators while potentially making your hot water tank dangerously hot.. It appears on 1 Ideal model in our database.

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: The unit switches off at the central heating side or feeds back power on the supply sensor. The central heating installation is not heated, the hot water tank (if present) is overheated.
Typical repair cost £150-300 (including labour)

Engineer required

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

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Ideal models that show the 0 / Y fault code

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Source

Ideal 0 / Y fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Ideal service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026