Baxi Solo Fault codes & diagnostics

12 fault codes with plain-English explanations, severity ratings, DIY guidance, and repair cost estimates.

Regular Natural GasLPG 9-30 kW 1990s-2010s Discontinued
GC Numbers 41-075-0141-075-0241-075-0341-075-0441-075-0541-075-1541-075-1641-075-1841-075-1941-077-4441-077-4541-077-4641-077-4741-077-4841-077-4941-077-3841-077-3941-077-4041-077-4141-077-4241-077-43

Replaced by: Baxi 400 Heat

This boiler uses LED flash patterns

Count the flashes in one repeating group before the pause. That number is your fault code. Do not reset until you have noted it. How to read fault codes →

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Each cell = one fault code. Hover to identify.
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All 12 documented codes

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FLASH FLASH ON

Your boiler's fan is failing to start or run correctly, which means the system cannot safely clear waste gases and will not fire up for your heating.

High Engineer only £180-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Air pressure switch
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

FLASH OFF FLASH

Your boiler is not receiving enough electrical power from the main supply to operate safely.

High Engineer only £100-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • External Voltage Regulator
FLASH OFF ON

Your boiler has shut down because it has become too hot and needs to be safely reset after cooling down.

High DIY-safe £100-280

What to check first

  1. Turn the boiler thermostat knob to the 'OFF' position.
  2. Wait at least 10 seconds for the system to acknowledge the reset.
  3. Turn the thermostat knob back to your desired temperature setting.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Circulation Pump
  • Thermistor

Related codes

FLASH ON FLASH

Your boiler's electronic control board has developed a fault, meaning the internal computer can no longer safely operate the heating system.

High Engineer only £240-£450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • PCB Fuse

Related codes

FLASH ON ON

Your boiler's internal computer has developed an electrical fault and is unable to control the heating process.

High Engineer only £280-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

ON FLASH FLASH

Your boiler has detected that water is not moving through the system properly or there isn't enough water inside the unit to safely heat up.

High DIY-safe £120-£350

What to check first

  1. Check that your external heating system pressure is between 1 and 1.5 bar
  2. Ensure all radiator valves and isolation valves are fully open
  3. Gently bleed your radiators to remove any trapped air pockets

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation pump
  • Flow temperature sensor
  • Overheat thermostat

Related codes

ON FLASH ON

Your boiler has detected a problem with its internal temperature sensor and has stopped working as a safety precaution.

High Engineer only £100-£180

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Thermistor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

ON OFF FLASH

Your boiler has detected that the electrical wiring coming into the unit is connected the wrong way around, causing it to shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £80-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • External wiring connections
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
ON ON FLASH

Your boiler's internal computer has developed a fault and can no longer control the heating process safely.

High Engineer only £280-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

OFF OFF OFF

Your boiler is not receiving any electricity and has completely powered down.

High DIY-safe £0-120

What to check first

  1. Check if your home has had a power cut or if a fuse has tripped in your main consumer unit.
  2. Ensure the boiler's isolation switch (usually a white fused spur near the boiler) is turned on.
  3. Check if your prepaid gas or electricity meter has run out of credit.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Internal fuse
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Fused spur switch
ON OFF ON

Your boiler has tried to start up several times but failed to light the flame, causing it to shut down for safety.

High DIY-safe £100-350

What to check first

  1. Check that your gas emergency control valve is open and you have credit on your meter
  2. Press the reset button or turn the control knob to 'O' and back to 'I'
  3. Check if other gas appliances in your home, like a hob, are working correctly

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition Electrode
  • Gas Valve
  • Flame Sensing Lead
  • PCB
ON ON ON

Your boiler has detected an internal electrical communication problem between its main control components.

High Engineer only £120-280

Parts commonly replaced

  • Wiring harness
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)