High
LC on Ideal Logic Max Combi

Your boiler has detected a recurring issue and has locked itself down for safety, preventing it from starting until a professional resets the system.

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.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Boiler is in lockout for a specific error.

From this model's manual
Verified against the Ideal Logic Max Combi installation & service manual, page 36.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler detects an underlying issue, such as a failing ignition or a gas supply problem, and attempts to fix itself by restarting. If the boiler has to do this five times in fifteen minutes without success, it will stop running entirely to prevent damage. The root cause is usually a component that is struggling to either create a spark or maintain a steady flame.

This fault can be more frequent during the first cold snap of winter when components like the gas valve or electrodes are under increased strain after being idle over summer.

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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