BoilerFaultCodesIdeal F 13 Fault Code
Also written as F13 — same fault.
The Ideal F 13 fault code means: your boiler has detected that the internal mechanism responsible for circulating hot water around your home's radiators and taps has stopped working correctly.. It appears on 9 Ideal models in our database.
Technical description: Pump Fault: Check pump wiring, if OK replace pump
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 F 13 fault code
Click a model for the full fault code list and model-specific repair notes.
- i-mini2 C24 Repair: £220-£380
- i-mini2 C30 Repair: £220-£380
- i-mini2 C35 Repair: £220-£380
- INDEPENDENT COMBI2 Repair: £250-450
- Independent System2 S15 Repair: £250-£450
- Independent SYSTEM2 S18 Repair: £250-£450
- Independent SYSTEM2 S24 Repair: £250-£450
- Independent SYSTEM2 S30 Repair: £250-£450
- LOGIC SYSTEM2 Repair: £250-450
Source
Ideal F 13 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