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227 FAULT CODE
Worcester Bosch

Ignition Lockout (Older CDi Models)

Medium Severity DIY Check Possible

On older Worcester Greenstar CDi models, fault code 227 indicates ignition failure after multiple attempts.

Cold Weather Note

Code 227 in winter is most commonly a frozen condensate pipe.

Step-by-Step Fix Guide

  1. Step 1

    Check gas supply is on

  2. Step 2

    Check for frozen condensate pipe in cold weather

  3. Step 3

    Thaw condensate with warm water if frozen

  4. Step 4

    Press reset once

  5. Step 5

    If fault returns, call a Gas Safe engineer

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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