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Neon SG1 on Ideal Mexico Super

Your boiler is currently trying to light the burner to provide heat, which is a normal part of its startup sequence.

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Monitor it

This is a minor fault. Keep an eye on it and mention it at your next annual boiler service. Reset the boiler and see if it clears.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Flashes to indicate ignition operation (stops after detection.)

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

DIY fix possible

No action required; this is a normal status indicatorMonitor the boiler to ensure the light stops flashing once the burner ignitesIf the light continues to flash without the boiler firing, contact a professional

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