Your boiler has paused because the reset button was pressed briefly and simply needs another press to confirm and restart.
This is a minor fault. Keep an eye on it and mention it at your next annual boiler service. Reset the boiler and see if it clears.
Technical description: Reset button pressed by mistake. Press reset button again.
What causes this fault?
This fault occurs when the reset button has been tapped or pressed momentarily without being held long enough to complete a full reset cycle. The boiler enters a 'waiting' state because it has detected an accidental or incomplete command and requires a second press to confirm you actually want it to restart. It is essentially a safety buffer to prevent the system from rebooting unnecessarily due to a brief knock or touch.
DIY fix possible
Locate the reset button on the control panelPress and release the reset button once moreWait a few moments for the boiler to complete its restart sequence
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