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F18 FAULT CODE
Glow-worm

Low Water Pressure

Low Severity DIY Check Possible

System water pressure has dropped below the safe minimum.

Cold Weather Note

Pressure drops are more common in cold weather.

Step-by-Step Fix Guide

  1. Step 1

    Check pressure gauge — should be 1.0-1.5 bar

  2. Step 2

    Repressurise via filling loop

  3. Step 3

    Reset the boiler

  4. Step 4

    Call an engineer if pressure drops repeatedly

Gas Safe Reminder

Work on gas appliances must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer. The steps above cover safe checks a homeowner can perform - any internal component replacement requires a qualified professional. If in doubt, always call an engineer.

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