High Lockout
Float switch (if fitted) on Ideal Concord CXA 40-120

Your boiler has detected that a safety device designed to prevent water overflow or blockages has been triggered, causing the system to shut down.

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 diagnostics will indicate the nature of the fault to assist a speedy and effective repair

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when water backs up within the system because it cannot drain away properly, triggering the safety float switch to cut off the boiler. The most common reasons are a blockage in the internal condensate trap, a buildup of debris in the drain pipe, or a failure of the external pump that moves wastewater away from the unit.

This fault is more common during freezing winter temperatures, as the external condensate pipe can freeze solid, causing water to back up into the boiler and trigger the switch.

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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