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Boiler stand-by on Vokera Compact 28 SE

Your boiler is currently in a resting state and is ready to work, meaning no active faults are detected.

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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

Boiler stand-by - NA - None

From this model's manual
Verified against the Vokera Compact 28 Se installation & service manual, page 6.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

DIY fix possible

Check that your thermostat or timer is set to call for heatEnsure the boiler power switch is set to the 'On' or 'Summer/Winter' positionVerify that the gas supply tap is in the open position

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