High
Burner motor fails to operate on Worcester Bosch Utility

Your boiler's fan motor is not starting, which prevents the unit from firing up to provide your home with heating or hot water.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed

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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.

Technical description

Faulty motor or electrical supply to motor; Control box fault

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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