88 Unknown

Ideal 88 Fault Code

The Ideal 88 fault code indicates a fault on your boiler. It appears on 2 Ideal models in our database.

Technical description: no DHW but CH ok

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 88 fault code

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Ideal 88 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 31 August 2026