Permanent Live Low

Potterton Permanent Live Fault Code

Also written as PERMANENTLIVE — same fault.

The Potterton Permanent Live fault code means: your boiler is currently in electrical setup mode, which simply means it is receiving power to verify that the wiring connection is active.. It appears on 2 Potterton models in our database.

Monitor it

This is a minor fault. Keep an eye on it and mention it at your next annual boiler service. Reset the boiler and see if it clears.

Technical description: Indicator lamp 'On' - aids electrical commissioning

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 Permanent Live fault code

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Source

Potterton Permanent Live 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 27 April 2026