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91 Medium Warning

Your boiler has detected a temporary service issue that is preventing it from completing its ignition sequence, though it may resolve itself or require a simple reset.

Book a service

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: Temporary fault code (Refer to section 7.10)

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's internal computer detects a temporary electronic glitch or a weak signal during the ignition process. It is often caused by the flame sensing electrode failing to confirm that the gas has lit correctly, or a brief dip in the communication between internal control components.

Typical repair cost £80-160 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Locate the mode selector switch on the front panelTurn the dial to the 'OFF/RESET' position and wait for 5 secondsTurn the dial back to the original winter or summer position to see if the error clears

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