Ideal Classic FF 230 won't start

[ch70]

Hi, I have the above boiler, was working fine until today. Last night I noticed that the fan had started to make a bit of noise, a bit of a squeal which came and went.

Today we switched the heating off and switched over to just water but the boiler wouldn't resrtart. It makes a hum sound but the fan never kicks in.

I'm guessing the fan has had it?

The boiler is about 10 years old I guess, how long would you expect one of these to last?

Also, when the boiler works, it tends to switch on for say 3 or 4 minutes, then goes off for a similar time and then goes on again. Is that normal behaviour for the boiler?

Thanks for the help

 

[gas_man_gaz]

id get a corgi lad in, if it is the fan ya mite get away with a clean n lube and he can check its all workin right

 

[ChrisR]

Sounds like the fan, they DO seem to run hot in those.
Worth getting it repaired.
The short-cycling may be just the way your system is, or a failing pump, blocked system, old thermosttat, etc.

 

[gas_man_gaz]

ive also had the pilot solenoid cut out wen it gets warm, hard 2say without checkin it out

 

[ch70]

cheers guys, much appreciated. Will call a Corgi tomorrow and get them to check it out and do a service.