AL 09 High

Sime AL 09 Fault Code

Also written as AL09 — same fault.

The Sime AL 09 fault code means: your boiler has stopped working because water is not moving around the system properly, which is preventing the unit from heating up safely.. It appears on 14 Sime models in our database.

Call an engineer soon

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

Technical description: No water circulating in the system — check pump rotation; verify pump not seized; check impeller; check filter
Typical repair cost £150-£350 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Check that your system pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar on the pressure gauge.Ensure all radiator valves and isolation valves under the boiler are fully open.Gently bleed your radiators to remove any trapped air that might be blocking flow.

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Sime models that show the AL 09 fault code

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Source

Sime AL 09 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Sime service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 7 July 2026