Main Combi 24 Fault codes & diagnostics

5 fault codes with plain-English explanations, severity ratings, DIY guidance, and repair cost estimates.

Combi Natural Gas 24 kW 2005-2012 Discontinued
GC Number 47-474-02

Replaced by: Main Combi Eco

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The GC number on your boiler's data badge identifies the exact appliance and production years, as recorded in the UK Product Characteristics Database.

GC number Appliance (register name) Produced
47-474-02 Combi 24 HE 2005–2012

Appliance names and production years are taken from the UK Product Characteristics Database (the SAP/SEDBUK register). Where a GC number is also printed in this model's own manufacturer manual, both sources were checked to agree.

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A

Your boiler has detected a blockage or restriction in the flue pipe that carries exhaust gases safely outside your home.

Emergency Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue terminal
  • Air pressure switch
  • Fan assembly

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B

Your boiler has stopped working because the water pressure inside the system is too low or the internal water pump is struggling.

High DIY-safe £150-350

What to check first

  1. Check the pressure gauge on the front of your boiler to see if it has dropped below 1 bar.
  2. Locate the filling loop valves underneath your boiler.
  3. Open the valves gently to let water in until the pressure gauge rises to between 1 and 1.5 bars, then close them tightly.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulating pump
  • Pressure relief valve
  • Pressure sensor

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C

Your boiler has temporarily stopped working because it cannot accurately read how hot the water is inside the system.

Medium Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Temperature Sensor
  • Wiring Harness

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D

Your boiler has temporarily shut down because the internal water temperature has gotten too hot.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Automatic bypass valve
  • Circulating pump
  • NTC thermistor

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E

Your boiler has tried to start up, but the gas failed to ignite properly.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB

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5 operating states & engineer diagnostics

Not faults — these are normal operating states. Tap to expand.