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Fault 33 / 22 High Lockout

Your boiler's computer is confused because it thinks internal temperature sensors are plugged into the wrong place, preventing the unit from operating safely.

Call an engineer soon

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

Technical description: Temperature sensors incorrectly connected: A temperature sensor is connected to the IUM.

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's control board detects that the internal temperature sensors are plugged into the wrong terminals or have been cross-wired. It is almost always caused by a component failure within the internal computer module or a wiring harness that has worked loose or degraded over time.

Typical repair cost £120-£250 (including labour)

Engineer required

This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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