Your boiler has detected an internal electrical conflict or a sensor failure that is preventing it from running safely.
Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24–48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.
Technical description: Electronics/sensor fault
What causes this fault?
This fault occurs when the boiler's main control center receives conflicting signals from its internal temperature sensors, causing an electrical 'short circuit' error. It is usually triggered by a faulty sensor sending incorrect data or a failing circuit board that can no longer process information correctly.
Engineer required
This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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