Overheat LOCKOUT High

Potterton Overheat LOCKOUT Fault Code

Also written as OVERHEATLOCKOUT — same fault.

The Potterton Overheat LOCKOUT fault code means: your boiler has detected that it has become too hot and has automatically shut itself down to prevent damage, requiring you to manually restart it.. It appears on 10 Potterton models in our database.

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Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24 to 48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.

Technical description: Manual reset. The 'Lockout' (Red) light will flash. Occurs if an overheat condition occurs or the overheat stat is off.
Typical repair cost £120-250 (including labour)

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

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Potterton models that show the Overheat LOCKOUT fault code

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Source

Potterton Overheat LOCKOUT fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Potterton service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 31 August 2026