Boiler Error Code Lookup – Find the Meaning & Fix It

Diagnose Common Boiler Fault Codes Quickly

If your boiler has suddenly stopped working and you’re staring at a confusing error code on the display, you’re not alone. Most modern boilers show a fault code when something goes wrong – but knowing what it means (and what to do next) isn’t always easy.

This page helps you look up the most common boiler error codes across popular UK brands like Worcester Bosch, Vaillant, Ideal and Glow-worm.


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Fault CodeDescription
FDPower interrupted
C7Fan not running on start-up
C6Fan speed too high or too low
C1Fan stopping during operation
C4Fan has failed to stop
E2Flow temperature issue
E9Primary flow temperature exceeding 95°
FAIonisation detected after gas valve closed
EANo ionisation detected after ignition
F7Ionisation detected before burner start
9UControl box defective or loose
C4Control box or heat control module defective
F0Gas valve/control box error
A8Heat control module invalid
CCOutdoor sensor defect
A7Domestic hot water sensor defect
A1Pump stuck or running dry
E9Flue or high limit thermostat activated
D4Primary flow temps rising too fast
Fault CodeDescription
T1Ignition test
T2Fan test 
T3Pump test 
T4Three way valve test
T6Ionisation oscillator test
9A 362 errorIncorrect HCM fitted
9U 233 Heat Control Module (HCM) errorProblem with code plug
B7 257 Internal errorPotential control board problem
C6 215 Fan problemFan running too fast
C7 214 Fan problemFan not running
D1 240 Return sensor errorSensor may be wet or damaged
E2 222Flow sensor short circuit error
E5 218Flow temperature too high
E9 219 Safety sensor faultTemperature too high, sensor short circuit or open circuit
EA 227No flame detected or flame signal loss during operation
F0 237Internal error
F7 228 Flame errorFalse flame or flame detected before burner started
FA 306 False flame fault Flame detected after burner stop
FD 231 Mains power faultElectrical power interruption
FA 364 Gas valve EV2 leak test failed Gas valve leak
FB 365 Gas valve EV1 leak test failed
A1 281 Pump stuck or running with air in the system
C1 264 Airflow stopped during operation
C4 273 Airflow present during last 24 hour
D4 271Temperature difference between flow and safety sensor exceeds limit
D1 240 Return sensor short circuit
E9 224 Max thermostat activated Flue gas thermostat overheat
EA 227 No ionisation detected after ignition
EF 349 Central heating boil detected Boiler operating at minimum burner load with temperature difference greater than 18°C between Flow & Return
NO CODE 212 Safety or flow temperature rising too fast
Fault CodeDescription
B1Code plug not detected
C6Fan speed to low or too high 
E2Central heating (CH) flow negative thermistor coefficient (NTC) sensor defective
E9Safety temperature limiter in central heating (CH) flow has tripped
EAFlame not detected 
F0Internal error 
F7Flame detected even though appliance switched off
FAFlame detected after gas shut off
FDReset button pressed by mistake
Fault CodeDescription
T1Ignition test
T2Fan test 
T3Pump test 
T4Three-way valve test
T6Ionisation oscillator test
9A 362 errorIncorrect HCM fitted
9U 233 Heat Control Module (HCM) errorProblem with code plug
B7 257 Internal errorPotential control board problem
C6 215 Fan problemFan running too fast
C7 214 Fan problemFan not running
D1 240 Return sensor errorSensor may be wet or damaged
E2 222Flow sensor short circuit error
E5 218Flow temperature too high
E9 219 Safety sensor faultTemperature too high, sensor short circuit or open circuit
EA 227No flame detected or flame signal loss during operation
F0 237Internal error
F7 228 Flame errorFalse flame or flame detected before burner started
FA 306 False flame fault Flame detected after burner stop
FD 231 Mains power faultElectrical power interruption
FA 364 Gas valve EV2 leak test failed Gas valve leak
FB 365 Gas valve EV1 leak test failed
A1 281 Pump stuck or running with air in the system
C1 264 Airflow stopped during operation
C4 273 Airflow present during last 24 hour
D4 271Temperature difference between flow and safety sensor exceeds limit
D1 240 Return sensor short circuit
E9 224 Max thermostat activated Flue gas thermostat overheat
EA 227 No ionisation detected after ignition
EF 349 Central heating boil detected Boiler operating at minimum burner load with temperature difference greater than 18°C between Flow & Return
NO CODE 212 Safety or flow temperature rising too fast
Fault CodeDescription
A1Water is leaking or the pump needs replacing or freeing due to the pump running dry
A7The hot water negative thermistor coefficient (NTC) sensor is defective – the hot water sensor or connecting leads need checking
A8Break communication to FX sensor controls electrical connections need checking
B1Code plug not detected
C6Fan speed too low – the fan lead and connector need checking and may need replacing
E2Central heating (CH) water flow negative thermistor coefficient (NTC) sensor defective check CH flow NTC sensor and connection leads
E9Safety temperature limiter in central heating (CH) flow has tripped the system pressure or safety temperature limiter needs checking
EAFlame not detected due to a gas issue – the gas supply, power supply or igniter, electrode and lead need checking – contact a Gas Safe installer
FOElectrical connector contacts or programmer interface module – check ignition leads are not loose
F7Flame detected even though the appliance is switched off – check the electrode assembly is dry and the pcb and flue are clear
FAFlame detected after gas shut off – the gas valve needs checking – hire a Gas Safe installer
FDReset button pressed by mistake – press reset button again
Fault CodeDescription
A1Pump dry run detection or pump is running in the air the system pressure needs checking
A5Tank negative thermistor coefficient (NTC) defect
A7Domestic hot water (DHW) negative thermistor coefficient (NTC) defect
A8Energy Management System (EMS) communication error
B1Code plug not detected
B2, B3, B4, B5, B6 Data error
B7Burner control error
C6Fan defect
D3External temperature limiter
D5Condensate pump failure
D6Internal heat bank overflow
EAFlame not detected
E2Primary negative thermistor coefficient (NTC) defect
E9Safety temperature limiter in central heating (CH) flow stat tripped
F0Internal error
F1ROM fault
F7Flame detected after appliance has been shut off
FAFlame detected after gas shut off
FDReset button pressed – try pressing the reset button again
Fault CodeDescription
200 OBoiler in heating mode
201 OFan not running on start-up
202 OBoiler in anti-cycle mode
203 OBoiler in standby mode
204 OCurrent primary water temperature higher than set value
208 OChimney sweep demand 
224 VSafety temperature limiter has tripped – top-up water until the reset pressure is reached
227 VNo flame signal after ignition burner control unit could need replacing
228 VFlame signal without flame present – air/gas ratio control valve may need replacing as might the ionisation cable
305 OBoiler in hot water anti-cycle mode
306 VFlame signal after closing the fuel supply – the air/gas ratio control valve might need replacing
360 VIncompatible code plug – check if a correct code plug is installed and exchange or reconnect code plug
815 W/BLow loss header temperature sensor faulty – check the sensor port or check the differential sensor for incorrect installation position or breakage
1010 ONo BUS communication cable, EMS-Bus isn’t connected or damaged – connect the cable for the EMS-Bus or replace the damaged cable exchange fuse
1017 WWater pressure too low – the water needs topping up and the vent system or pressure sensor may need replacing
1021 BHot water temperature sensor is defective – the plug to the hot water temperature sensor may not be connected
1022 BHot water storage temperature sensor is defective – connect the plug to the hot water temperature sensor correctly, mount the hot water temperature sensor correctly or replace the hot water temperature sensor
1037 WOutside temperature sensor is defective – check the connecting lead
1065 BPressure sensor defective or not connected – check pressure sensor connection as it may need replacing
1068 WOutside temperature sensor defective – check the connecting lead
1073 WShort circuit of the flow temperature sensor – the temperature sensor may need replacing
1074 WNo signal from the flow temperature sensor available – connect the plug to the flow temperature sensor correctly or temperature sensor could need replacing
1075 WShort circuit of the temperature sensor at the heating block – temperature sensor may need replacing
1076 WNo signal from the temperature sensor at the heating block available – replace the temperature sensor, the connecting lead or the control unit
2920 VError with the flame monitoring
2924 VNo feedback from the modulating gas valve. The gas valve relay is defective – press the reset button and apply burner start, wait to see if fault reoccurs, if it does the gas valve needs replacing
2925 VFeedback from the modulating gas valve is too low
2927 BFlame failed during burner operation. Open the main shut off valve, shut down the appliance and check gas line, replace the ionisation electrode, set burner correctly and minimum rated load, check the integrity flue system and if the interconnected room air supply is too small, or the size of the ventilation opening is too small, clean the heating block on the flue gas side or replace the control unit/burner control unit
2946 VIncorrect code plug detected – the code plug needs replacing
2948 BNo flame signal. With low output the burner starts automatically after cleaning. If the fault occurs repeatedly, the setting of the CO2 valves need checking
2963 BSignal from flow and heat exchanger temperature sensor outside the permissible range – the connecting lead needs connecting correctly
2964 BFlow rate in heat exchanger is too low
2965 BFlow temperature too high
2966 BFlow temperature rise in heat exchanger too rapid
2967 BFlow / heat exchanger temperature sensor differential too great
2970 BPressure drop in heating system too rapid
2971 BSystem pressure too low – the heating system needs venting or water needs topping up until the preset pressure is reached. Replace the cable to the pressure sensor replace the pressure sensor
Fault CodeDescription
F.10 Short circuit: flow sensorFlow temperature sensor is experiencing a defect or a short-circuit
F.13 Short circuit: Cylinder sensor Warm start sensor/cylinder temperature sensor is either not connecting or defective
F.23 Safety switch-off: Temp. spread too largeTemperature spread is too great and the water circulation is low
F.22 Safety switch-off: Low water pressureWater pressure is too low or there is either an insufficient quantity of water in the product or none at all
F.24 Safety switch-off: Temp. increase too fastThe temperature has increased too quickly
F.25 Safety switch-off: Flue temp too highThe flue gas temperature is too high
F.32 Fault: FanFan isn’t connected or is experiencing a defect
F.64 Fault: Electronics/sensorThere is a defect with the electronics, safety-relevant sensor or cable
F.67 Fault: Electronics/flameFlame signal is implausible
F.73 Fault:  Water pres. sensor (signal too weak)Water pressure sensor is showing that the water pressure inside your boiler is too low
F.74 Fault: Water pres. sensor (signal too strong)Water pressure is too high
F.84 Fault: NTCs temp. difference implausibleTemperature difference isn’t plausible
Communication faultThere is a communication fault occurring between your boiler’s PCB and the display.
Fault CodeDescription
F.10 Short circuit: flow sensorFlow temperature sensor is experiencing a defect or a short-circuit
F.13 Short circuit: Cylinder sensor Warm start sensor/cylinder temperature sensor is either not connecting or defective
F.22 Safety switch-off: Low water pressureWater pressure is too low or there is either an insufficient quantity of water in the product or none at all
F.23 Safety switch-off: Temp. spread too largeTemperature spread is too great and the water circulation is low
F.24 Safety switch-off: Temp. increase too fastThe temperature has increased too quickly
F.25 Safety switch-off: Flue temp too highThe flue gas temperature is too high
F.32 Fault: FanFan isn’t connected or is experiencing a defect
F.64 Fault: Electronics/sensorThere is a defect with the electronics, safety-relevant sensor or cable
F.67 Fault: Electronics/flameFlame signal is implausible
F.73 Fault:  Water pres. sensor (signal too weak)Water pressure sensor is showing that the water pressure inside your boiler is too low
F.74 Fault: Water pres. sensor (signal too strong)Water pressure is too high
F.84 Fault: NTCs temp. difference implausibleTemperature difference isn’t plausible
Communication fault:There is a communication fault occurring between your boiler’s PCB (inside the electronics box) and the display.
Fault CodeDescription
F.10Flow temperature sensor fault – Short circuit
F.22Safety switch-off because the water pressure inside the boiler is too low.
F.28Boiler ignition fault, unsuccessful ignition when starting up.
F.29Flame loss fault
F.49eBus fault – voltage is too low
F.65Electronics temperature is too high (fault)
F.71Fault with the flow/return temperature sensor
F.87Fault with electrodes
F.88Fault with the gas valve
F.89Fault with the pump
CommunicationYour boiler’s PCB and user interface are not communicating 
Fault CodeDescription
F.10Flow sensor has short circuited
F.11Return sensor has short circuited
F.22Safety switch-off because boiler water pressure is too low
F.32Faulty fan
F.64Electronics/sensor fault
F.68Fault – the flame signal is unstable
F.73Water pressure sensor fault
F.74Water pressure sensor fault
F.90Communication fault
Fault CodeDescription
F.10 Short circuit: flow sensorFlow temperature sensor is experiencing a defect or a short-circuit
F.13 Short circuit: Cylinder sensor Warm start sensor/cylinder temperature sensor is either not connecting or defective
F.22 Safety switch-off: Low water pressureWater pressure is too low or there is either an insufficient quantity of water in the product or none at all
F.23 Safety switch-off: Temp. spread too largeTemperature spread is too great and the water circulation is low
F.24 Safety switch-off: Temp. increase too fastThe temperature has increased too quickly
F.25 Safety switch-off: Flue temp too highThe flue gas temperature is too high
F.32 Fault: FanFan isn’t connected or is experiencing a defect
F.64 Fault: Electronics/sensorThere is a defect with the electronics, safety-relevant sensor or cable
F.67 Fault: Electronics/flameFlame signal is implausible
F.73 Fault:  Water pres. sensor (signal too weak)Water pressure sensor is showing that the water pressure inside your boiler is too low
F.74 Fault: Water pres. sensor (signal too strong)Water pressure is too high
F.84 Fault: NTCs temp. difference implausibleTemperature difference isn’t plausible
Communication fault:There is a communication fault occurring between your boiler’s PCB (inside the electronics box) and the display.
Fault CodeDescription
F.10Flow temperature sensor fault – Short circuit
F.22Safety switch-off because the water pressure inside the boiler is too low.
F.28Boiler ignition fault, unsuccessful ignition when starting up.
F.29Flame loss fault
F.49eBus fault – voltage is too low
F.65Electronics temperature is too high (fault)
F.71Fault with the flow/return temperature sensor
F.87Fault with electrodes
F.88Fault with the gas valve
F.89Fault with the pump
CommunicationYour boiler’s PCB and user interface are not communicating 
Fault CodeDescription
F.00Flow temperature sensor fault
F.11Return temperature sensor short circuit
F.29Fault – flame loss
F.61Fault with the gas valve control system
F.85Temperature sensor fault
F.87Fault with electrodes
F.88Fault with the gas valve
CommunicationLack of communication between your boiler’s PCB and user interface display
Fault CodeDescription
F.10Flow NTC has experienced a short circuit
F.11Return NTC has experienced a short circuit
F.22Safety switch-off due to low water pressure
F.23Safety switch-off because the temperature difference is too significant
F.24Safety switch-off because the temperature is rising too quickly
F.28Boiler ignition unsuccessful, failure during start-up
F.29The boiler failed during option and it has failed to re-ignite
F.32Faulty fan
F.61Fault with gas valve regulation
F.88The gas valve isn’t connected
F.89An incorrect pump has been detected
ConLack of communication with the PCB
Fault CodeDescription
F1Low water pressure
F2Flame loss
F3Fan fault
F4 / L4Flow thermistor
F5 / L5Return thermistor
F6Outside sensor failure
F7Low mains voltage
F9 / L9Unconfigured PCB
L1Flow temp too high or no water flow
L2Ignition lockout
L6False flame lockout
LC5 boiler resets in 15 minutes
FANegative differential flow/return rate
FUFlow/return differential > 50°C
DUDiverter valve in mid-position for service

Fault Code(s)Description
F28 / F1 / F4Ignition / flame‑detection fault
F5Over‑temperature fault
F6CH flow thermistor fault
F7DHW thermistor fault
F8Tank thermistor fault
F25 / F23Circulation fault
ERR / F12 / F18User‑interface fault
Fault CodeDescription
Red LED OnLockout – low water pressure (increase pressure to 1.5bar) and reset boiler
Red LED flashingOverheat – check both overheat stats
Yellow LED flashingTurn domestic hot water (DHW) control knob into temperature range and turn central heating (CH) temperature control knob into power (reset position)
Yellow LED onFlame present on the burner
Green LED onGreen LED on
Green LED offNo power to boiler – Check for 230volts into the appliance, check the fuse on printed circuit board (PCB)
Fault Code(s)Description
F00 / F10 / F71Flow‑temperature sensor fault
F01 / F11Return‑temperature sensor fault
F20Over‑temperature fault
F9 / F22Low water pressure / slow ignition temperature rise
F26 / F77Gas‑valve fault
F27 / F16Flame‑detection fault
F29Loss of flame during operation
F32Incorrect air pressure
F49eBUS voltage fault
F61 / F62 / F63 / F64 / F65 / F67Main PCB fault
F68Flame‑signal fluctuation
F70Incompatible user interface
F72 / F84Permanent ΔT between flow & return sensors
F73 / F74Pressure‑sensor fault
F76Thermal‑fuse fault
F83Thermal‑fuse fault
F85Flow & return sensor fault
F86Under‑floor‑heating contact fault
Fault Code(s)Description
Temp 30 flashingCH thermistor fault
Temp 40 flashingDHW thermistor fault
Temp 50 flashingOutdoor‑sensor fault
Temp 60 flashingLow system pressure
Temp 70 flashingAir‑pressure‑switch fault
Temp 80 flashingOver‑temperature open‑circuit
Temp 90 flashingFlame or gas failure
Fault Code(s)Description
F00 / F10 / F71Flow‑sensor fault
F01 / F11Return‑sensor fault
F20Over‑temperature fault
F26 / F77Gas‑valve fault
F27 / F16Flame‑detection fault
F29Loss of flame during operation
F32Incorrect air pressure
F49eBUS voltage fault
F61 / F62 / F63 / F64 / F65 / F67Main PCB fault
F68Flame‑signal fluctuation
F70Incompatible user interface
F72 / F84Permanent ΔT between flow & return sensors
F73 / F74Pressure‑sensor fault
F76Thermal‑fuse fault
F83Thermal‑fuse fault
F85Flow & return sensor fault
F86Under‑floor‑heating contact fault
F9 / F22Low water pressure / slow ignition temperature rise
Fault Code(s)Description
F9Water‑pressure‑sensor / blocked filter / pump fault
F11Flow and/or return thermistor fault
F13PCB memory or sensing fault
F14Gas‑valve control defective
F15eBUS voltage failure
F43Generic error
F70Software incompatible
F73Pump not detected when expected
F77Condensate‑pump error (if fitted)
F24CH return temperature > 90 °C
F2 / F3Fan / air‑pressure‑switch fault
F3Fan unable to reach ignition speed
Fault Code(s)Description
No DHWCheck DHW microswitch & external controls (230 V on SL)
No CHCheck DHW microswitch (if DHW LED lit) & external controls
No CH, boiler firingCheck diverter‑valve motor & cartridge
Locks out ≤ 10 sCheck pump‑prove switch, air‑pressure switch & over‑heat stat
Poor burner pressureAdjust burner pressure / ignition pots on PCB
Fault Code(s)Description
F2 (Ci/Si)Fan / air‑pressure‑switch fault
F3 (Ci)Air fault
F12PCB–display connection fault
F13Main‑PCB connection fault
F14CH flow temp > 95 °C
F15Gas‑valve stepper‑motor fault
F17Supply voltage < 170 V
F19CH thermistor unplugged
F20Software incompatibility
Fault Code(s)Description
F24CH return temperature > 90 °C
F25Maximum temperature‑rise slope
F26Maximum delta‑temperature
F13PCB memory / sensing fault
F14Gas‑valve control defective
F15eBUS voltage failure
F9 / F22Low water pressure / ignition temperature rise too slow
F2 / F3Fan fault
F25 / F23Circulation fault
F73Pump not detected when expected
F70Software incompatible
F77Condensate‑pump error (optional)
Fault Code(s)Description
F00No fault
F02Air‑flow fault
F05Over‑temperature
F06CH thermistor / wiring fault
F08Storage‑vessel thermistor / wiring fault
F09System‑pressure sensor fault
F10Fan fault
F13PCB fault
F14CH flow temperature > 97 °C
F15Gas‑mechanism fault
F20Communication fault
Fault Code(s)Description
F02 / F12Hot‑water temperature‑sensor fault
F03 / F13 / F79Storage‑tank temperature‑sensor fault
F81Hot‑water‑circuit over‑temperature

Important: Some issues are easy to fix (like low pressure), while others need a qualified Gas Safe engineer. If you’re in Colchester or nearby, contact GH Heating today for fast, professional help & advice.



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