High
24 on Potterton Performa 24

Your boiler has likely overheated, causing it to shut down automatically as a safety precaution.

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.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Safety Thermostat

From this model's manual
Verified against the Potterton Performa 24 installation & service manual, page 6.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the water inside your boiler reaches a temperature that is too high, triggering a safety switch to cut the power. The most common reasons are a pump failure preventing water from circulating or a buildup of sludge and limescale that blocks the heat exchanger. It acts as a vital safety feature to prevent the internal components from being damaged by extreme heat.

This issue often surfaces when the heating is first turned on after summer, as the pump can seize up from months of inactivity.

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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