rE 44 High
Your boiler is struggling to ignite the gas properly and has locked itself out for safety after several failed attempts.
Technical description: Gas valve error due to opening period without flame – try resetting the boiler.
Typical repair cost: £120-350 (including labour)
DIY fix possible
Check that your gas emergency control valve is open and you have credit on your gas meterPress and hold the 'R' or 'Reset' button on the boiler control panel for 3 secondsWait for the boiler to complete its restart sequence to see if the flame generates
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Parts commonly replaced
- Gas valve
- Ignition electrode
- Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
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