High
F.65 on Vaillant ecoTEC Pro / ecoTEC Plus

Your boiler's internal control board is getting too hot, usually because it is located too close to a heat source or there is a fault with the electronics.

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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

Manufacturer manual

Electronic temperature error could be overheating due to external influences

From this model's manual
Verified against the Vaillant Ecotec Combi installation & service manual, page 47.
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 main electronic control board exceeds its safe operating temperature. It is usually caused by either an internal electrical component failing and generating excess heat, or the control box being exposed to high temperatures from nearby pipes or internal leaks. To prevent permanent damage to the electronics, the boiler shuts down as a safety precaution.

This issue may be more frequent during the summer months or in very warm utility rooms, as higher ambient temperatures make it harder for the internal electronics to stay cool.

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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