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E14 High Lockout

Your boiler’s internal computer has suffered a critical failure and can no longer control the heating process safely.

Call an engineer soon

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

Technical description: Internal control box failure: check/replace the control box.

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's main control board experiences an internal electronic failure, meaning it can no longer process data or manage safety checks accurately. The most common reason is age-related wear on the circuit board's components or a sudden electrical surge that has damaged the delicate internal wiring.

Typical repair cost £350-£600 (including labour)

Engineer required

This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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