FALSE FLAME LOCKOUT High

Johnson Starley FALSE FLAME LOCKOUT Fault Code

Also written as FALSEFLAMELOCKOUT — same fault.

The Johnson Starley FALSE FLAME LOCKOUT fault code means: your boiler has detected a flame when there shouldn't be one, causing it to shut down for safety.. It appears on 1 Johnson Starley model in our database.

Call an engineer soon

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

Technical description: Should a fault occur, the heater will shut down and these blocking codes will be displayed.
Typical repair cost £120-350 (including labour)

Engineer required

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 FALSE FLAME LOCKOUT fault code

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Source

Johnson Starley FALSE FLAME LOCKOUT 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