High
E38 on Keston C36

Your boiler's control panel has developed a mechanical or electrical fault with the reset button, meaning it cannot process your commands correctly.

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.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Reset key fault – replace fascia PCB

From this model's manual
Verified against the Keston C36 installation & service manual, page 32.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the reset button on the boiler's control panel becomes physically stuck or experiences an electrical short circuit. It is often caused by the delicate internal switch on the circuit board wearing out or failing after repeated use, leading the boiler to believe the button is being held down permanently.

Engineer required

This is a high severity fault. Stop using the boiler and call a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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