Probably a dumb question - Boiler question

[Gavski]

Its time now to switch on the CH again - this morning it didn't come on tho.

I reset it like the manual said - but no joy.

Basically it isn't lighting - the gas is going and the ignition i can hear - but then it locks out. I tyry resetting - and it tries again but then locks out again.

What might the problem be?

Please help!


Gav

 

[chrishutt]

Tricky diagnosing problems without even knowing what make and model of boiler you have!

 

[Softus]

Is your boiler large and heavy, with a metallic casing painted white?

If so, then I can confirm that it's possible that it definitely might have a fault inside it.

For am exhaustive list of possible boiler and heating system problems, please click here.

 

[Gavski]

Wow - how did you know?
Yes it is big and white and shiny too. You guys are ace.

Sorry about sounding like a numpty - missed off that info.

Its a Halstead Hero 50
Moved in a year ago but it looks pretty new - not sure of warranty of it either.

I know thats pretty useless info.

I've turned the PCB knob to reset and back on again as per instructions and it doesn't ignite!

Any clue tho?

G

 

[Agile]

Well for a start has it got a supply of mains electricity and are room stat and timeclock calling for heat?

Tony

 

[Softus]

the gas is going and the ignition i can hear - but then it locks out. I tyry resetting - and it tries again but then locks out again.

Well for a start has it got a supply of mains electricity and are room stat and timeclock calling for heat?

Bow to the master, ladies and gents.

 

[Gavski]

Yes mains elec are on and lights are showing.

as for timers i think it works when called i,e the noise starts thru the pipes and the ignition starts but just doesn't light.

As you can probably tell i'm about as technical as a prune.

Ta

G

 

[Symptoms]

Gav - has it been giving you HW?

 

[Rob]

Seen a few of these where the HT lead shorts out a quick clean is all it needs.

How do you know the gas is going in? A quick test is to watch the red dial on your gas meter when boiler kicks in.

Maybe your boiler just needs a service!