Potterton Promax 15/2 HE Plus Fault codes & diagnostics

24 fault codes with plain-English explanations, severity ratings, DIY guidance, and repair cost estimates.

Regular Natural Gas 15 kW 2005-2010 Discontinued
GC Numbers 41-591-9641-601-1741-601-2241-605-52

Replaced by: Promax Ultra

Download the Potterton Promax 15/2 HE Plus manual The official installation & service manual (PDF) — the exact document these fault codes were verified against. PDF

This boiler uses LED flash patterns

Count the flashes in one repeating group before the pause. That number is your fault code. Do not reset until you have noted it. How to read fault codes →

Severity at a glance

Each cell = one fault code. Hover to identify.
1 Emergency 22 High 1 Medium

Which version do you have?

The GC number on your boiler's data badge identifies the exact appliance and production years, as recorded in the UK Product Characteristics Database.

GC number Appliance (register name) Produced
41-601-17 Promax 24/2 HE Plus 2005–2010
41-601-22 Promax 30 HE Plus 2005–2010
41-605-52 Promax 15/2 HE Plus 2005–2010

All 24 documented codes

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Flash Flash On

Your boiler has stopped working because it cannot safely vent the exhaust gases, so it has locked itself to prevent unsafe operation.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Air pressure switch
  • Wiring harness

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Flash Off Flash

Your boiler is failing to run because it isn't receiving enough electricity from your home's power supply.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • PCB
  • Wiring harness
  • Fused spur

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Flash Off On

Your boiler has detected that it is getting too hot and has automatically shut itself down to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pump
  • System filter
  • Heat exchanger
  • NTC thermistor

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Flash On Flash

The internal computer that controls your boiler has experienced a permanent error and is no longer able to give instructions to your heating system.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

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Flash On On

Your boiler's internal computer has developed a fault and is unable to operate, meaning the system will not provide any heating or hot water until a professional repairs it.

High Engineer only £250-400

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

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Lights Flash Flash On

Your boiler has discovered a problem with the internal air ventilation system and has safely shut itself down to prevent unsafe operation.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Air pressure switch
  • Printed circuit board

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Lights Flash Off Flash

Your boiler is not receiving enough electricity from your home's power supply to run safely and consistently.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed circuit board
  • Wiring harness
  • Power supply fuse

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Lights Flash Off On

Your boiler has detected that it is getting too hot and has automatically shut down to prevent any internal damage.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Pump
  • Diverter Valve
  • System Filter

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Lights Flash On Flash

The internal computer board inside your boiler has developed a fault and is failing to send the correct signals to start your heating and hot water.

High Engineer only £250-400

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
Lights Flash On On

Your boiler's central control computer has developed an internal electrical fault and is no longer able to give instructions to the system.

High Engineer only £250-400

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
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Lights On Flash Flash

Your boiler has detected that water is not circulating properly through the system, so it has shut down to protect the internal components from overheating.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • Flow switch
  • Diverter valve

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Lights On Off Flash

Your boiler has detected that the electricity cables supplying it have been wired the wrong way around, preventing it from operating safely.

High Engineer only £90-150

Parts commonly replaced

  • None - requires electrical re-wiring
Lights On On Flash

Your boiler's internal computer has developed a fault and is failing to communicate with the rest of the unit, meaning it will not operate until repaired.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB

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On Flash Flash

Your boiler has detected that it is running without enough water inside, which means it cannot safely heat your home and has shut itself down to prevent damage.

High DIY-safe £90-180

What to check first

  1. Check your boiler pressure gauge; if it is below 1 bar, you need to repressurise the system.
  2. Locate the filling loop (usually a silver braided hose with one or two valves) connected to the boiler pipes.
  3. Slowly open the valve(s) to allow water to enter until the gauge needle reaches between 1 and 1.5 bar, then turn the valve(s) firmly off.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pressure relief valve
  • Pressure sensor
  • Expansion vessel

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On Flash On

Your boiler has stopped working because a sensor that measures water temperature is providing incorrect information or has failed.

High Engineer only £120-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Thermistor
  • Wiring harness

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On Off Flash

Your boiler has detected that the electrical wires providing its power have been connected the wrong way around.

High Engineer only £90-160
On On Flash

Your boiler's internal electronic brain has detected a critical error and is unable to safely control the heating system, meaning the boiler has shut down.

High Engineer only £250-400

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Control PCB

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E06

Your boiler is having trouble detecting the temperature of the water used for your taps, which means it may struggle to provide consistent hot water.

Medium Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • DHW Thermistor
  • Wiring harness

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Lights Off Off Off

Your boiler has lost all power and is completely unresponsive as if it has been unplugged.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • PCB
  • Fuse
  • Main wiring harness
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On Off On

Your boiler has failed to light the flame properly and has shut itself down as a safety precaution while trying to start up.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

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On On On

Your boiler has lost its internal connection to the control panel, causing it to stop operating completely.

High Engineer only £120-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • LV Wiring Harness
  • Main PCB
OVERHEAT LOCKOUT

Your boiler has automatically shut down because it has detected that it is getting dangerously hotter than it should be.

Emergency Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat thermostat
  • NTC thermistor
  • Combustion chamber seal

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THERMISTOR

Your boiler has detected a faulty temperature sensor which means it can no longer accurately monitor how hot the water is getting.

High Engineer only £100-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Thermistor (Temperature Sensor)
  • Wiring Harness

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