Common problems guide

The most common Maxol boiler problems

The faults we see most often across the Maxol range — with plain-English causes, what to check first, estimated repair costs, and whether it's a DIY job or needs a Gas Safe engineer. Based on fault-code data across 1 Maxol boiler models.

14 unique codes
1 models covered
6 DIY-safe (top 8)
8 engineer needed

The most common Maxol faults

01
1 High DIY-safe

Your boiler has become too hot and has automatically shut down to prevent damage to the internal components.

What to try first

Wait for the boiler to cool down for at least 20 minutes.Check that all radiator valves are fully open and there are no obstructions to water flow.Press the 'Reset' button on the control panel to clear the lockout.

Est. cost
£90-180
Parts
Overheat Thermostat, Circulation Pump, Temperature NTC Sensor
Full guide for Supacombi HE 24 1
02
4 High DIY-safe

Your boiler has failed to light after several attempts and has locked itself out for safety.

What to try first

Check that your gas supply is turned on at the meterIf you have a prepaid gas meter, ensure it has creditPress the reset button on the control panel to attempt a restart

Est. cost
£100-£250
Parts
Ignition electrode, Flame sensing probe, Gas valve
Full guide for Supacombi HE 24 4
03
5 High DIY-safe

Your boiler started to heat up but the flame went out unexpectedly, causing the system to shut down for safety.

What to try first

Check that your gas emergency control valve is open and you have credit on your gas meterCheck if other gas appliances, like a hob, are working to confirm gas supplyPress the reset button to see if the boiler restarts

Est. cost
£120-280
Parts
Flame sensing electrode, Gas valve, Ignition lead
Full guide for Supacombi HE 24 5
04
41 High DIY-safe

Your boiler has stopped working because the water pressure is too low for the system to run safely.

What to try first

Locate the filling loop (usually a silver flexible hose) under the boiler.Open the one or two taps on the hose slowly to let water into the system.Watch the pressure gauge until it reaches between 1 and 1.5 bar, then close the taps fully.Press the reset button on the boiler control panel.

Est. cost
£0-120
Parts
Filling loop, Pressure sensor, Expansion vessel
Full guide for Supacombi HE 24 41
05
6 High DIY-safe

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

What to try first

Ensure all radiator valves are fully open to allow water to flow.Check that the boiler pressure gauge is between 1 and 1.5 bar; top up if low.Press the Reset button once the boiler has cooled down for 20 minutes.

Est. cost
£120-350
Parts
Circulating Pump, Overheat Thermostat, Main Heat Exchanger (Cleaning/Descaling)
Full guide for Supacombi HE 24 6
06
(No display) High DIY-safe

Your boiler appears to have no power and the control panel is completely blank, meaning it cannot start the ignition process.

What to try first

Check if other appliances are working to rule out a general power cutEnsure the boiler's fused spur switch (usually near the boiler) is turned ONCheck your home's main consumer unit (fuse box) to see if a circuit breaker has trippedReplace the fuse in the boiler's external switch with a new 3-amp fuse

Est. cost
£90-280
Parts
Internal PCB fuse, Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB), External Fused Spur
Full guide for Supacombi HE 24 (No display)
07
24 High Engineer

Your boiler has stopped working because it cannot confirm that harmful exhaust fumes are being safely cleared away, so the fan is running constantly as a safety precaution.

Est. cost
£120-£280
Parts
Air Pressure Switch, Venturi tube, Fan assembly
Full guide for Supacombi HE 24 24
08
12 High Engineer

Your boiler has stopped providing heating and hot water because a internal sensor that monitors temperature has stopped working correctly.

Est. cost
£90-160
Parts
Central Heating (CH) Thermistor, NTC Sensor
Full guide for Supacombi HE 24 12

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