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224 V High

Your boiler has switched itself off because it has detected it is getting too hot, usually caused by the water pressure being too low.

Technical description: Safety temperature limiter has tripped – top-up water until the reset pressure is reached
Typical repair cost: £0-140 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Check the pressure gauge on the front of the boiler or the digital display.Locate the filling link (usually a blue lever underneath the boiler or a white plastic key).Slowly top up the water pressure until it reaches between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.Press the 'Reset' button on the boiler display to clear the fault.

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