What does the Ideal Outside Sensor Fault fault code mean?

Your boiler has lost connection to the sensor that measures the temperature outside, which may cause your heating to be less efficient or unresponsive.

How much does it cost to fix Ideal error code Outside Sensor Fault?

Typical repair cost for the Ideal Outside Sensor Fault fault is £90-160 including labour.

Ideal Outside Sensor Fault Fault Code: What It Means & How to Fix It

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Outside temperature sensor fault — reset and contact service

Shared across the Logic Code range

This code is shared by the boilers in this range, which use the same control board. It may not be printed in this exact variant’s manual.

DIY fix possible

Press the Reset button on the boiler control panel.Check for any obvious damage to the thin wiring leading to the sensor on your external wall.Ensure the sensor is not covered by debris or overgrown garden plants.

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Your boiler has lost connection to the sensor that measures the temperature outside, which may cause your heating to be less efficient or unresponsive.

What the manual says

DIY fix possible

Avoid the next call-out bill

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All 16 fault codes on the Logic Code Combi

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