What does the Worcester Bosch 232 fault code mean?

Your boiler has been turned off by an external device, such as a smart thermostat or a specialized timer, that is currently telling the boiler to stay disabled.

How much does it cost to fix Worcester Bosch error code 232?

Typical repair cost for the Worcester Bosch 232 fault is £80-150 including labour.

Worcester Bosch 232 Fault Code: What It Means & How to Fix It

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Boiler locked by external switching contact

From this model's manual

Verified against the Worcester Bosch/Worcester Bosch Greenstar 4000 installation & service manual, page 71.

DIY fix possible

Check your smart thermostat or external timer settings to ensure no 'Away' or 'Holiday' mode is active.Verify that any external wiring control device is powered on and communicating correctly with the boiler.Try power cycling the boiler by turning it off at the fused spur for 60 seconds and turning it back on.

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All 105 fault codes on the Greenstar 4000

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Your boiler has been turned off by an external device, such as a smart thermostat or a specialized timer, that is currently telling the boiler to stay disabled.

What the manual says

DIY fix possible

Avoid the next call-out bill

Related fault codes

All 105 fault codes on the Greenstar 4000

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