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HJ-09 High

Your boiler has detected that the water pressure is too low to operate safely, causing it to shut down temporarily.

Technical description: Low system pressure – increase the system pressure to 0.8 bar
Typical repair cost: £0-120 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Locate the filling loop (usually a silver flexible hose) underneath or near the boiler.Slowly open the one or two taps/levers on the filling loop until you hear water moving.Watch the pressure gauge and close the taps firmly once the needle reaches 1.5 bar.

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