What is the fault code on a glow worm boiler?

These Glow-worm combi and system boiler fault error code problems typically come to our attention with a customer contacting us and explaining that their boiler has failed and can’t be reset. The fault code on the boiler’s digital display is flashing and is showing a F11, F12, F13 or F14 fault code.

Do you need an engineer to bleed a glow worm boiler?

You will need to bleed the radiators which doesn’t require an engineer unless you don’t feel like carrying out the task yourself. Faults with your Glow-worm boilers will be displayed as error codes to help you identify the issue. Familiarise yourself with the error codes using our list of Glow-worm error codes.

How old do glow worm boiler models have to be?

This is typically when they get to about 10 years old or older. At Glowcare (being Glow-worm’s service agent for the North West of England since 1992), we do come across our fair share of F11, F12, F13 & F14 fault code issues, occurring within the Glow-worm CXI, HXI & SXI boiler model range.

What does fault code F16 mean on glow worm?

1. Fault code F16 (Ci models) If the code F16 flashes up on your Glow-worm Ci model, this indicates a flame detection fault with your boiler. It could very well be that the boiler itself requires a service, and the probe needs cleaned or replaced.

If your Glow-Worm boiler develops a problem, the printed circuit board (PCB) is going to find the most relevant fault code and show it on the display panel; F9 in this case. The F9 fault code on Glow-Worm boilers relates to a water pressure sensor.