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F16 FAULT CODE
Ideal

Fan Fault

High Severity Engineer Required

The fan is not running at the correct speed or has stopped. The boiler cannot safely ventilate combustion gases.

Step-by-Step Fix Guide

  1. Step 1

    Listen for the fan — you should hear it start before the burner fires

  2. Step 2

    If there is no fan noise or unusual grinding sounds, the fan may have seized

  3. Step 3 Engineer only

    A Gas Safe engineer will need to test and potentially replace the fan

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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