1. Low

Worcester Bosch 1. Fault Code

Also written as 1 — same fault.

The Worcester Bosch 1. fault code means: your boiler is performing a routine self-cleaning and safety check to fill up its internal condensate trap.. It appears on 2 Worcester Bosch models in our database.

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.

Technical description: Trap filling programme Enabled

What causes the Worcester Bosch 1. fault?

This code appears when the boiler automatically enters a low-power mode to prime its internal drainage system with water. It is a built-in safety sequence designed to ensure the condensate trap is full, preventing harmful flue gases from escaping into your living space. The boiler will typically resume normal operation once it has finished this protective cycle.

DIY fix possible

Wait for approximately 10 to 20 minutes for the programme to finish automatically.Do not turn the boiler off during this process.The boiler will return to normal operation and show its usual temperature display once complete.

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Worcester Bosch models that show the 1. fault code

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Source

Worcester Bosch 1. fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Worcester Bosch service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026