High
C1 on Worcester Bosch Greenstar 25 HE Combi

Your boiler has stopped working because the internal fan is not spinning fast enough to safely clear away exhaust fumes.

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

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Fan speed too low.

From this model's manual
Verified against the Worcester Bosch Greenstar 25 He Combi installation & service manual, page 43.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's control system detects that the fan is not spinning at the correct speed to safely expel waste gases through the flue. The most common reasons include a buildup of dust and debris within the fan motor, a loose electrical connection, or a failing control board that is unable to send the correct power signal to the fan.

This fault is slightly more common in winter when the boiler works harder and the fan runs for longer periods, which can cause aging motor bearings to seize or fail.

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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