Worcester Bosch HW light On (flashing) Fault Code
Also written as HWLIGHTONFLASHING — same fault.
The Worcester Bosch HW light On (flashing) fault code means: your boiler has sensed that the water inside it is getting too hot and has automatically switched itself off to prevent damage.. It appears on 1 Worcester Bosch model in our database.
Technical description: Over temperature shut-down if water temperature 8°C above set value. Ten second wait.
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Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026