Main 1 flash red Fault Code
Also written as 1FLASHRED — same fault.
The Main 1 flash red fault code means: your boiler has lost the ability to accurately measure the temperature of the water circulating inside it, so it has shut down as a precaution to prevent damage.. It appears on 1 Main model in our database.
Technical description: Sensor error (Bad connection to flow or return temperature sensor, Fault with flow or return temperature sensor(s), Low or no flow through boiler, Reverse flow through boiler)
Engineer required
This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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Gas Safe Register →Main models that show the 1 flash red fault code
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Source
Main 1 flash red fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Main service / installation manuals for each affected model.
Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026