High Lockout
Lockout (Red) On on Potterton Performa SL HE 9 2

Your boiler has tried and failed to light the flame several times, so it has shut itself down for safety.

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

Ignition LOCKOUT - After five attempts (possibly due to air in the gas supply) it will lockout

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler cannot detect a stable flame after several attempts to fire up. It is often caused by a lack of gas reaching the burner, a worn-out spark electrode that can no longer create a light, or a dirty sensor that fails to tell the boiler the flame is actually lit.

This issue can occur more frequently during the first cold snap of autumn when components that have been idle all summer suddenly fail under the strain of constant use.

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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