Potterton E130 Fault Code
The Potterton E130 fault code means: your boiler has shut down because the exhaust gases have become too hot, which is a safety measure to prevent damage to the system.. It appears on 11 Potterton models in our database.
Technical description: Flue NTC sensor over temperature
What causes the Potterton E130 fault?
This fault occurs when the internal temperature sensor detects that the exhaust gases are getting far too hot, triggering an immediate shutdown to protect the boiler's internal plastic components. The most common reason is a buildup of limescale or debris inside the main heat exchanger, which prevents heat from transferring into your water and sends it out through the flue instead. It can also be caused by a lack of water circulation or a faulty sensor giving an incorrect reading.
Engineer required
This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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Potterton models that show the E130 fault code
Click a model for the full fault code list and model-specific repair notes.
- Gold Combi ErP Repair: £120-£280
- Gold Combi HE Repair: £120-£250
- Gold HE Repair: £120-£250
- Gold System ErP Repair: £120-280
- Heatmax Combi Repair: £150-250
- Promax Combi 28 HE Plus Repair: £120-£250
- Promax Combi ErP Repair: £120-£250
- Promax Combi HE Plus Repair: £120-£250
- Promax System ErP Repair: £120-250
- Promax System HE Plus Repair: £120-£280
- Titanium Combi Repair: £150-250
Source
Potterton E130 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Potterton service / installation manuals for each affected model.
- Potterton Gold Combi ErP manual (PDF)
- Potterton Gold Combi HE manual (PDF)
- Potterton Gold HE manual (PDF)
Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 7 July 2026