Ideal Icos m3080 Fault codes & diagnostics

6 fault codes with plain-English explanations, severity ratings, DIY guidance, and repair cost estimates.

System Natural Gas 2001-2004 Discontinued
GC Number 41-391-49
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H-E

Your boiler’s internal computer has encountered a critical communication error and can no longer control the heating or hot water functions.

High Engineer only £250-450 Shared across the Icos range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main printed circuit board (PCB)
  • Wiring harness

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H9

Your boiler has detected that the gases being sent out through your flue are reaching dangerously high temperatures and has shut itself down to prevent damage or fire risk.

Emergency Engineer only £150-300 Shared across the Icos range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Heat exchanger
  • Flue gas overheat thermostat
  • Primary flow sensor

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H9/L9

Your boiler has shut down because the internal gases have become too hot, causing the system to lock out for safety until it cools down.

High Engineer only £120-£350 Shared across the Icos range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Heat Exchanger
  • Flue Thermistor
  • Main PCB
HE

Your boiler's computer system is experiencing a major internal processing error and cannot safely manage the heating process.

High Engineer only £250-450 Shared across the Icos range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

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L-F

Your boiler is failing to light the internal flame or keep it burning, which means your heating and hot water have stopped working.

High Engineer only £150-350 Shared across the Icos range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition lead
  • Spark electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Printed Circuit Board
L9

Your boiler has detected that the gases leaving through the flue are getting too hot, so it has automatically shut itself down to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £150-300 Shared across the Icos range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Heat exchanger
  • NTC thermistor
  • Flue gas sensor

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