High Lockout
EA234 on Worcester Bosch GB162

Your boiler has lost its connection to the gas valve, meaning it cannot light the flame to provide heating or hot water.

Call an engineer soon

Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24 to 48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.

Technical description

The contacts of the gas valve have been interrupted

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's central brain loses electrical communication with the gas valve, which acts as the fuel tap for the appliance. The most common reason is a loose connection or a break in the internal wiring, though it can also be triggered by a mechanical failure within the valve itself or a fault on the main circuit board.

Engineer required

This is a high severity fault. Stop using the boiler and call a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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