Worcester Bosch CDi RSF Fault codes & diagnostics

25 fault codes with plain-English explanations, severity ratings, DIY guidance, and repair cost estimates.

Combi Natural Gas 30 kW 1997-2005 Discontinued

Replaced by: CDi Classic

The CDi RSF range comes in 2 types

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7 Emergency 14 High 4 Medium

All 25 documented codes

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Burner Lockout

Your boiler has temporarily stopped trying to heat up because it could not safely light the flame.

High Engineer only £150-300 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB

Related codes

E00 716

Your boiler has detected an issue with the automatic air vent, which helps remove trapped air from the system.

Medium Engineer only £90-180 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Automatic air vent

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E00-711

Your boiler is struggling to transfer heat between its internal systems, which means it cannot reliably provide hot water or heating.

High Engineer only £250-450 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Plate-to-plate heat exchanger
  • Diverter valve
E00-716

Your boiler has detected an issue with the internal fan, which is responsible for safely removing harmful exhaust gases outside your home.

Emergency Engineer only £200-£350 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan Assembly
  • PCB

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E00-720

Your boiler is failing to ignite the flame needed to produce heat and hot water.

High Engineer only £150-300 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
E00-721

Your boiler's internal gas system is not running correctly, meaning the unit cannot safely ignite to provide heating or hot water.

Emergency Engineer only £150-300 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Burner manifold assembly
  • Ignition electrode
E00-722

Your boiler's main control computer has encountered a serious internal error and has safely shut down to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £250-£450 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

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E00-730

Your boiler is not detecting the correct airflow needed to operate safely, so it has shut itself down to prevent any issues.

High Engineer only £150-300 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Air pressure switch
  • Fan assembly
  • Venturi/tubing
E00-737

Your boiler has detected an issue with the fuel supply or combustion process, meaning it has safely shut itself down to prevent unsafe operation.

Emergency Engineer only £150-300 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • PCB
  • Flame sensing electrode
E00-738

Your boiler has detected an issue with the fuel delivery system specifically related to the propane gas supply, preventing it from igniting safely.

Emergency Engineer only £150-250 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Injector
  • Gas Valve
  • Burner Seal
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E00-741

Your boiler has identified a problem with how the gas-to-air mixture is being delivered to the burner, which indicates an issue with your fuel supply settings.

Emergency Engineer only £150-300 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Burner injector assembly
  • PCB
E01 612

Your boiler has temporarily stopped working because it cannot safely detect the burner flame.

High Engineer only £100-£200 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flame sensor electrode
  • Ignition lead
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

E01-840

Your boiler has lost water pressure, and the internal component used to refill it is likely disconnected or faulty.

High DIY-safe £60-140 Shared across the CDi RSF range

What to check first

  1. Locate the internal filling link (white key or lever) at the bottom of the boiler
  2. Ensure the key is pushed in fully and turned to the locked position
  3. Turn the grey square knob to top up the pressure until the needle is between 1 and 1.5 bar

Parts commonly replaced

  • Internal Filling Key
  • Filling Link Assembly
  • Flow Turbine
E80-450

Your boiler is unable to regulate the gas supply correctly, which is preventing it from firing up to provide your heating and hot water.

High Engineer only £250-450 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas Valve
  • Wiring Harness
  • Gas Valve Solenoid
E80-451

Your boiler has detected an issue with its internal gas supply system which is preventing it from heating your home safely.

Emergency Engineer only £200-350 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas Valve
  • Wiring Harness
  • PCB
FAIL POINT A

Your boiler is not detecting the electrical power it needs to operate safely and properly.

High Engineer only £90-200 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • PCB
  • Fuse
  • Wiring harness

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FAIL POINT B

Your boiler has detected an internal electrical problem with its main control unit, meaning it has safely shut down to prevent any further issues.

High Engineer only £250-£450 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Transformer

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FAIL POINT C

Your boiler has detected an internal electrical or display error indicated by a fault with the green indicator light.

Medium Engineer only £150-300 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Control board
  • Display PCB
  • Wiring harness

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FAIL POINT E

Your boiler is not turning on when you turn on the hot water tap.

Medium Engineer only £100-250 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow switch
  • Domestic hot water NTC thermistor
  • PCB

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FAIL POINT F

Your boiler has entered a special frost protection mode or is experiencing an internal electronic control issue.

Medium Engineer only £150-400 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Control board
  • PCB
  • Frost thermostat

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FAIL POINT J

Your boiler has experienced an internal safety lock-out due to a system fault, meaning it has temporarily stopped working to keep your home safe.

High Engineer only £150-350 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Internal fuse
  • Wiring harness

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FAIL POINT K

Your boiler has registered an unspecified internal safety fault that requires a professional engineer to properly diagnose and resolve.

High Engineer only £100-£300 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board
  • Internal wiring harness
  • Temperature sensor

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Overheat Primary

Your boiler has temporarily shut down because the water inside it has become dangerously hot, which usually points to a blockage in circulation or a faulty pump.

Emergency Engineer only £150-350 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulating Pump
  • Automatic Bypass Valve
  • Primary Thermistor / Temperature Sensor
  • Heat Exchanger

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Sensor Fault

Your boiler has temporarily stopped working because it is getting incorrect temperature readings from its internal components.

High Engineer only £120-£250 Shared across the CDi RSF range

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Temperature Sensor
  • Wiring Harness
  • Gas Valve

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