High Lockout
F2 on Keston S30

Your boiler has lost its flame signal during operation, meaning and it can no longer safely heat your water or radiators.

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.

Technical description

Flame loss

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's internal sensor can no longer detect a steady flame while the system is running. The most common reasons include a buildup of carbon on the sensing probe, a failing gas valve that isn't providing enough fuel, or an unstable electrical signal that causes the safety system to shut the boiler down.

This fault is more common in extremely cold weather, as freezing temperatures can affect the external flue pipes and cause consistent flame instability.

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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