High
Flame Failure neon on Potterton Osprey CF 125

Your boiler has lost its flame while it was supposed to be running, causing the system to shut down for safety.

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.

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

Illuminates if the burner is extinguished while there is still a demand for the boiler to operate. Indicates a fault if it illuminates repeatedly.

From this model's manual
Verified against the Potterton Osprey Cf 125 installation & service manual.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's control system can no longer detect a flame while the unit is trying to heat your home. It is often caused by a dirty or worn-out sensor that can't see the fire, or a faulty gas valve that isn't providing enough fuel to keep the burner lit. Because the boiler cannot confirm it is burning gas safely, it shuts down entirely to prevent unburnt gas from building up.

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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