2 flashes red High

Main 2 flashes red Fault Code

Also written as 2FLASHESRED — same fault.

The Main 2 flashes red fault code means: your boiler has switched itself off because it has become dangerously hot inside, likely due to a blockage in the water flow or a mechanical internal fault.. It appears on 1 Main 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: High temperature protection (Over-temperature thermostat on heat exchanger activated, No water flow through heat exchanger, Over-temperature thermostat fault or bad connection, PCB over-temperature condition, Flue fault)
Typical repair cost £120-250 (including labour)

Engineer required

This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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Main models that show the 2 flashes red fault code

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Source

Main 2 flashes 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