High
F.22 on Vaillant ecoTEC exclusive Combi

Your boiler has stopped working because the water pressure is too low for it to operate safely.

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.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

The water pressure falls below 0.3 bar. The unit switches off. Fill the system up with water before you start up the appliance again.

From this model's manual
Verified against the Vaillant Ecotec Exclusive Combi installation & service manual, page 43.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the internal water pressure drops so low that the boiler can no longer safely transfer heat from the burner to the water. The most common reasons are a slow leak hidden somewhere in your pipework or radiators, or the pressure being accidentally released through a safety valve.

This fault is frequently seen in autumn when homeowners turn their central heating back on for the first time, as the sudden heat can expose small leaks or issues with the expansion vessel.

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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