Low
S.1 on Vaillant ecoTEC Combi

Your boiler is simply going through its normal startup sequence by circulating water before it attempts to ignite.

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.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Pump running

From this model's manual
Verified against the Vaillant Ecotec 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 code appears when the boiler begins a new heating cycle and starts the internal pump to move water through the system. It is a natural part of the startup process designed to ensure there is enough water flow before the burner lights. You will usually see this for a few seconds before the boiler settles into its normal heating mode.

DIY fix possible

Wait a few minutes for the boiler to complete its pre-ignition checksEnsure your thermostat is calling for heatCheck that your radiator valves are open

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