High
C1 on Worcester Bosch 537i

Your boiler is struggling to push air through its internal system, so it has safely shut itself down to prevent any damage.

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.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Fan speed too low.

From this model's manual
Verified against the Worcester Bosch 537i installation & service manual, page 46.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's control board detects that the internal fan is spinning slower than the required safety threshold. The most common reasons are a build-up of dirt within the fan mechanism, a blockage in the air supply tubes, or the motor itself failing after years of use. Because the fan cannot effectively push exhaust gases out of the flue, the boiler shuts down as a vital safety precaution.

This fault is slightly more common in winter as fans often work harder during cold spells, which can cause older, weakened fan motors to finally seize or fail.

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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