Your boiler has detected a problem with the sensor that monitors exhaust gases and has shut down as a safety precaution.
Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24–48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.
Technical description: Flue temperature probe fault
What causes this fault?
This fault occurs when the internal sensor responsible for monitoring the temperature of the exhaust gases sends an incorrect or missing signal to the main control board. It is usually caused by the sensor itself failing due to wear and tear, or a loose electrical connection in the wiring that links the sensor to the boiler's computer.
Engineer required
This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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