Low
S.26 on Vaillant Combi Compact 242EB

Your boiler is briefly cooling itself down after you have used the hot water, which is a normal part of its operation.

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

DHW mode – fan overrun

DIY fix possible

No action is required as this is a status code, not a permanent error.Wait for the fan to stop spinning naturally once the internal temperature drops.Ensure your hot water taps are fully closed.

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