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1P4 High

Your boiler has detected that the water pressure is too low and needs a top-up to continue working safely.

Technical description: Pressure needs filling to 0.5 – 0.8 bar
Typical repair cost: £0-80 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Locate the filling loop (usually a silver flexible hose) underneath your boiler.Slowly open the valve(s) to allow water into the system while watching the pressure gauge.Close the valves tightly once the pressure reaches between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.

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