High
S.32 on Vaillant Combi Compact 242EB

Your boiler is temporarily pausing because the fan is not spinning at the correct speed needed to safely clear exhaust fumes.

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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

Waiting period because of fan speed deviation

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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