Your boiler has encountered a internal software error where it has failed to verify its own settings and operation parameters.
Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24–48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.
Technical description: Parameter check
What causes this fault?
This fault occurs when the boiler's internal memory experiences a communication failure or data corruption between the main control board and its identity chip. It means the boiler can no longer confirm its own safety and performance settings, often caused by a failing electronic component or a loose internal connection. Most commonly, this is due to the printed circuit board (PCB) reaching the end of its functional life or a fault with the specific plug that holds the unit's configuration.
DIY fix possible
Press the 'Reset' button on the front control panel for 3 secondsSwitch off the electrical supply to the boiler for 60 secondsTurn the power back on and wait for the boiler to re-initialise
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