Johnson Starley E44 Fault Code
The Johnson Starley E44 fault code means: your boiler's internal thermometer that measures the returning air temperature has developed an electrical fault and is no longer providing a signal.. It appears on 1 Johnson Starley model in our database.
Technical description: Return air sensor shorted
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This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026