High
A41 on Potterton Powermax HE

Your boiler has stopped working because water is not circulating through the system properly, often due to a pump issue or a closed valve.

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

System flow fault. Check pump operation and speed setting. Check by-pass isolating valve is open

From this model's manual
Verified against the Potterton Powermax He installation & service manual, page 39.
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 happens when the boiler detects that water isn't moving through the internal pipework quickly enough to safely carry heat away from the burner. The most common reason is a failing circulation pump that can no longer push the water, or a blockage such as a closed valve that is choking the flow. To prevent the unit from overheating, the system shuts down as a safety precaution.

This issue often surfaces in autumn when the heating is turned back on after a long summer break, as internal pump components can seize up during periods of inactivity.

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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