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F39 FAULT CODE
Glow-worm

Outdoor Temp Sensor — Freeze Warning

Medium Severity DIY Check Possible

The outdoor sensor has detected a temperature near freezing. Frost protection may be active.

Cold Weather Note

This is a normal winter status. The boiler runs brief cycles to prevent the system from freezing.

Step-by-Step Fix Guide

  1. Step 1

    No action needed — the boiler may run frost protection cycles

  2. Step 2

    This is normal operation in cold weather

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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