What does the Ideal H......F........ fault code mean?

Your boiler has detected a flame when there shouldn't be one, or there is an electrical fault with the sensor that tracks the flame.

How much does it cost to fix Ideal error code H......F........?

Typical repair cost for the Ideal H......F........ fault is £120-£280 including labour.

Ideal H......F........ Fault Code: What It Means & How to Fix It

Technical description

FLAME DETECTION - SHORT CIRCUIT ERROR

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's control system detects an electrical signal for a flame even though the burner should be switched off. The most common reason is a build-up of carbon or moisture on the sensing probe, which creates a false electrical link, or a component failure on the main circuit board.

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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Your boiler has detected a flame when there shouldn't be one, or there is an electrical fault with the sensor that tracks the flame.

Technical description

What causes this fault?

Engineer required

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