Medium
d.68 on Vaillant ecoTEC plus System

Your boiler has struggled to light on its first try multiple times, which acts as a log to help engineers track recurrent ignition issues.

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This fault should be looked at by a Gas Safe engineer within the next week or two. It may get worse if left.

Technical description

Number of unsuccessful ignitions at 1st attempt: Current value

Engineer required

This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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