How do I reset my Baxi Bermuda back boiler?

To reset the boiler, turn the temperature control knob fully anticlockwise. Hold until the red lockout light goes out, then turn the control knob back to the desired setting. If your timer is calling for heat, the burner light will come on to indicate the boiler has fired up and is heating your system.

Are there any problems with the Baxi Bermuda boiler?

The good news is that they have very little working parts to go wrong. Below, I’m going to talk you through some of the main problems with Baxi Bermuda back boilers, and what to do if you experience them.

When did the Bermuda back boiler come out?

The Bermuda back boiler was first introduced in 1966, although they were updated with many different and more fashionable fire fronts in the 30 years or so that followed. At the time of their introduction as an open-flued appliance, they were said to have revolutionised central heating systems.

What causes pilot light to go out on Baxi boiler?

However, one of the most common problems I’ve seen is the thermocouple failing due to wear and tear over the years, causing the pilot light to go out. Resetting it can be very fiddly, and if this keeps happening, I’d recommend calling an engineer.

What’s the problem with the Baxi Bermuda 552 back boiler?

Customer reported that the gas valve on this Bermuda 552 back boiler would lock out. Following the lighting instructions they could re-light the pilot which would stay alight until they turned up the boiler thermostat to make the main burner light. The main burner would light up but then shut down, locking out the gas valve.

What causes a Baxi back boiler to lock out?

Baxi Bermuda 552 pilot holds but gas valve locks out a few seconds after the main burner opens. Customer reported that the gas valve on this Bermuda 552 back boiler would lock out. Following the lighting instructions they could re-light the pilot which would stay alight until they turned up the boiler thermostat to make the main burner light.

Why does my Baxi Bermuda 551 make a roaring noise?

This old Baxi Bermuda 551 back boiler had a damaged main burner caused by leakage from the heat exchanger. The heat exchanger had been changed but the heavy rusting visible in the photos had caused perforation of the burner wall allowing the burner to light back inside. This produced the characteristic roaring noise.

Are there any working parts in a Bermuda boiler?

The only real working parts in a Bermuda boiler are the gas valve and pilot assembly. However, one of the most common problems I’ve seen is the thermocouple failing due to wear and tear over the years, causing the pilot light to go out. Resetting it can be very fiddly, and if this keeps happening, I’d recommend calling an engineer.