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208 Low

Your boiler is currently running at a fixed power level for testing purposes and is not responding to your normal thermostat settings.

Technical description: The boiler is in chimney sweep mode
Typical repair cost: £0 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Locate the button with a soot-cloud or chimney icon on the control panel.Press and hold the chimney sweep button for at least two seconds.The display should return to the normal temperature reading once the mode is deactivated.

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