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Burner on neon NOT illuminated on Potterton Performa 30 HE

Your boiler is not attempting to light the flame, which means you have no heating or hot water because the system has encountered an internal startup error.

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

Go to section 'F'

From this model's manual
Verified against the Performa30he 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 internal computer tries to start the ignition process but stops because it cannot detect a flame or verify that the gas is flowing correctly. The most common reason is an aging electronic component or a sensing probe that has become worn or dirty over time. Because the system cannot guarantee it is safe to stay lit, it prevents the burner from firing entirely to protect your home.

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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