E09 High

Johnson Starley E09 Fault Code

The Johnson Starley E09 fault code means: your boiler has detected an internal electrical problem with the component that controls the gas flow, meaning it cannot ignite safely for heating or hot water.. It appears on 7 Johnson Starley models in our database.

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Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24 to 48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.

Technical description: Valve control circuit fault
Typical repair cost £180-350 (including labour)

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This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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Johnson Starley models that show the E09 fault code

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Source

Johnson Starley E09 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Johnson Starley service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026