High
44E on Ravenheat HE 80/90 / 25-30s

Your boiler has detected an unusual temperature difference between the pipes, causing it to shut down to prevent overheating.

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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

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Different temperature error

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What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's internal sensors detect that water isn't moving through the system correctly, leading to a sharp temperature gap between the flow and return pipes. The most common reasons are a failing circulation pump that can't push water around or a blockage in the heat exchanger caused by a buildup of limescale or sludge. In some cases, it may simply be a faulty sensor providing an incorrect temperature reading to the main control board.

This issue often surfaces in autumn when the heating is turned back on after a long summer break, as pump components can seize up from lack of use.

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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