High Lockout
FAIL POINT H on Worcester Bosch Greenstar Si

Your boiler has stopped working because it cannot light the flame, which means you currently have no 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

Burner Lockout fault (gas supply, electrodes, flame sensor, or gas valve).

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler attempts to start up but fails to detect a sustained flame after several attempts. It is usually caused by a lack of gas reaching the burner, worn-out sparking electrodes that can no longer create a light, or a dirty sensor that cannot 'see' the flame even if it is lit.

This issue often surfaces during the first cold snap of autumn when the boiler is pushed to work harder after sitting idle all summer.

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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