Red light flashing High

Potterton Red light flashing Fault Code

Also written as REDLIGHTFLASHING — same fault.

The Potterton Red light flashing fault code means: your boiler has stopped working because it failed to ignite, which means it is currently unable to provide you with any heating or hot water.. It appears on 8 Potterton models 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: Lockout (Boiler failed to light after three ignition attempts)
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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Potterton models that show the Red light flashing fault code

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Source

Potterton Red light flashing 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