How much does it cost to fix Saunier Duval error code Pilot does not light?

Typical repair cost for the Saunier Duval Pilot does not light fault is £120-250 including labour.

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Saunier Duval Pilot does not light Fault Code

Q: What does the Saunier Duval Pilot does not light fault code mean?

Your boiler is failing to ignite because the small flame that acts as a match to start the main burner will not stay lit.

Also written as PILOTDOESNOTLIGHT — same fault.

The Saunier Duval Pilot does not light fault code means: your boiler is failing to ignite because the small flame that acts as a match to start the main burner will not stay lit.. It appears on 1 Saunier Duval model in our database.

Technical description: Check for pilot jet blockage, incorrect electrode adjustment, or pilot solenoid continuity between EV1 and COM.

Typical repair cost £120-250 (including labour)

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

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Saunier Duval models that show the Pilot does not light fault code

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Xeon 120 FF Repair: £120-250

Source

Saunier Duval Pilot does not light fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Saunier Duval service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026