Boiler Fault Codes/Alpha/E-Tec Plus 28/33 Combi
AlphaE-Tec Plus 28/33 Combi

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E01Ignition failure🔄 Try Reset

The boiler has failed to ignite. Common causes are low gas pressure, a faulty ignition electrode, or a blocked condensate pipe.

E02Flame loss🔄 Try Reset

The flame went out during normal operation. This can be caused by gas pressure fluctuations or a draught.

E03Overheat thermostat tripped🔧 Engineer Required

The boiler has overheated and the safety thermostat has activated. Causes include blocked heat exchanger or poor circulation.

E04Gas pressure fault🔧 Engineer Required

Gas pressure at the boiler is insufficient.

E05Flow NTC thermistor fault🔧 Engineer Required

The flow temperature sensor has failed or is reading incorrectly.

E06Return NTC thermistor fault🔧 Engineer Required

The return temperature sensor has failed or is reading incorrectly.

E09Fan fault🔧 Engineer Required

The fan is not running at the correct speed for safe combustion.

E10Air pressure switch fault🔧 Engineer Required

The air pressure switch has not confirmed fan operation before ignition.

E11Gas valve fault🔧 Engineer Required

A fault has been detected on the gas valve.

E20PCB / electronics fault🔧 Engineer Required

An internal fault on the main circuit board.

E28Ignition lockout🔄 Try Reset

The boiler has locked out after multiple failed ignition attempts.

E30Condensate drain blocked🔧 Engineer Required

The condensate drain is blocked or frozen.

E40False flame signal🔧 Engineer Required

Flame detected when the burner should be off. Serious fault.

E50DHW sensor fault🔧 Engineer Required

The domestic hot water temperature sensor has failed.

P1Low water pressure🔄 Try Reset

The system water pressure has dropped below the minimum operating level.

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