Boiler fault codes

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I’m confused…
Poster asks why they are getting a certain error code on their boiler
Any reply that gives likely reasons is deleted by moderator

I don’t understand the reason for this.
 
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Because this and many other forums will not provide ANY guidance on boiler issues to DIYers
Not technically accurate, but yes, gas related advice including some boiler fault codes and likely repairs are forbidden in an aid to prevent diy gas work. A pcb replacement for example being one of them.
 
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Not technically accurate, but yes, gas related advice including some boiler fault codes and likely repairs are forbidden in an aid to prevent diy gas work. A pcb replacement for example being one of them.
I completely understand the need to discourage DIY gas work for safety reasons, and I fully support that. However, I believe it's misguided to assume that simply providing information about a fault code will automatically lead to unsafe DIY repairs. In many cases, understanding the issue helps homeowners communicate more effectively with an engineer, rather than attempting a fix themselves.

This moderation policy—or at least the way it is enforced—seems quite unusual compared to other forums. It also risks alienating knowledgeable users who are simply seeking to understand their own systems. That said, I recognize that my opinion is just one voice among many, and I don’t expect this stance to change. I just wanted to share my perspective.
 
I know and I was asking why.
Because they don't want to get sued for giving out advice that can only 'legally' be performed by an RGI?
But I do get your point.

The sites definition of DIY gas work, is pretty extensive..
Gas Work includes but may not be limited to:
  • Anything which involves removal of a combustion chamber cover or sealed boiler case
    Any work involving a
    • Gas pipework or any gas fitting
      Gas Valve
      Fan
      Air Pressure Switch
      Pilot
      Burner
      Ignition and flame recognition electrodes
      Thermostat
      Other Safety Controls such as thermocouples
      Circuit board
    • Condensate runaway. This is technically part of the flue system, incorrect installation of which could be lethal.
The outer cover of many boilers now encloses the combustion airflow and is the Room Seal for the boiler. Its removal, even if only to access boiler wiring, therefore requires a GSR Engineer.


Rules is rules?
 
However, I believe it's misguided to assume that simply providing information about a fault code will automatically lead to unsafe DIY repairs.
Yeah I get what you're saying, but the flip side is, you provide an answer for one who might not attempt a repair but the answer is still there for someone who might.
In many cases, understanding the issue helps homeowners communicate more effectively with an engineer, rather than attempting a fix themselves.
A decent engineer will ask the right questions and diagnose from there and some boilers have a fault code history. A decent honest homeowner/customer should be able to provide a rough if not accurate detail about what is happening.I
It also risks alienating knowledgeable users who are simply seeking to understand their own systems.
Why do users need to understand their own system? Do you like to understand how your car works or all the electronics behind a computer/device?
 
In the case of a boiler, the User Manual might list fault codes and say what action to take, if appropriate.
Yes, usually for non intrusive work, such as a lack of gas, frozen or blocked condensate pipe, low system water pressure et al. Not specifically relating to component replacement.
 

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