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4 Low Information

Your boiler is currently providing hot water but is staying in that mode longer than expected.

Monitor it

This is a minor fault. Keep an eye on it and mention it at your next annual boiler service. Reset the boiler and see if it clears.

Technical description: Burner on in D.H.W. mode

What causes this fault?

This code appears when the boiler stays in hot water mode for an unusually long time, often because a tap has been left running or there is a leak in the hot water pipework. It can also be caused by a sensor failing to detect that the water has reached the correct temperature, leading the boiler to keep firing indefinitely. While the boiler is stuck in this mode, it will prioritize hot water over your central heating.

Typical repair cost £0 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Check all hot water taps are fully turned offCheck for any dripping taps or leaking hot water pipesMonitor the boiler to see if the code clears once demand for water ends

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