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E07 High Lockout

Your boiler has shut down because it has detected that the water inside has become dangerously hot, causing the safety overheat thermostat to trip.

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Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24–48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.

Technical description: Flow temperature too high (STB)

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the water leaving the boiler exceeds a safe temperature limit, causing the system to shut down to prevent damage. The most common reason is a lack of water circulation, often caused by a failed pump or a blockage in the heat exchanger that prevents heat from being carried away quickly enough.

This issue is more frequent during the first cold spell of autumn when a pump that has been idle all summer may seize or struggle to move heavy sludge that has settled.

Typical repair cost £120-350 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Check that all radiator valves are fully openEnsure the central heating system pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 barPress the 'Reset' button on the boiler control panel once the unit has cooled down

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