High
F.28 on Vaillant Atmomax

Your boiler is failing to light because it isn't getting enough gas or the spark that starts the flame is not working correctly.

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

Either insufficient gas in the system, a defective electrode, ignition lead or electronic ignitor

Engineer required

This is a high severity fault. Stop using the boiler and call a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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