Medium
13 on Johnson Starley C26d

Your boiler has locked itself out because too many remote reset attempts were made in a short space of time.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed

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This fault should be looked at by a Gas Safe engineer within the next week or two. It may get worse if left.

Technical description

Remote reset lockout. Exceeded 5 remote resets per hour. Reset it by power off/on.

DIY fix possible

Locate the main power switch (fused spur) for the boiler.Turn the power switch to the 'Off' position.Wait for 30 seconds, then turn the power back 'On' to clear the lockout.

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