High Lockout
F2, FN or LN on Ideal Logic Max Plus

Your boiler has lit correctly but the flame has gone out unexpectedly, meaning the system has shut down for safety.

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

Flame loss

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's internal sensor can no longer detect a steady flame after the burner has ignited. The most common reasons include a buildup of carbon on the sensing probe, an inconsistent gas supply, or a component failure that prevents the system from confirming the fire is safely lit.

This fault is more common during extreme cold spells, as freezing temperatures can affect gas pressure or cause the condensate pipe to backup, both of which can extinguish the flame.

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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