High Lockout
E133 on Potterton Gold HE

Your boiler has failed to light because it either cannot get enough gas or it cannot detect the flame it has sparked.

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

Interruption Of Gas Supply or Flame Failure

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler attempts to ignite but fails to establish or maintain a stable flame. The most common reasons are a temporary interruption in the gas supply, a blocked burner, or an ignition probe that has become worn and can no longer sense the heat from the flame.

This fault is more frequent during freezing winter spells, as the boiler's external condensate pipe can freeze and back up, preventing the unit from lighting successfully.

Engineer required

This is a high severity fault. Stop using the boiler and call a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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