Ideal logic F1 error code
Understanding the Ideal logic F1 Error Combi Boilers
Ideal Logic F1 error how to identify it and how to fix it. Read this blog for a better understanding of the F1 Error code on an ideal logic Combi boiler. The Ideal Logic Combi Boiler first went on sale in 2009 and has sold over 4 million units. Correct me if I am wrong has had 5 revisions to its design,
Such as new displays internal parts to make it one of the best if not most common boilers on the market in the UK today.
Over 4 million units sold have been sold since it first entered the markket
With Such a huge amount sold your Ideal logic will encounter problems now and again and the most common is the Ideal Logic F1 error code,
This can cause inconvenience and sometimes concern for homeowners and tenants. In this article we will look into the causes behind the F1 error and explore potential solutions to resolve it.
What is the F1 Error?
The F1 error on an Ideal Logic Combi boiler indicates a fault in the sealed system pressure reading on the boiler. It typically occurs when the water pressure reading within the boiler drop below 0.7 bar. You can view how much pressure have by looking at the pressure gauge located generally on the front or just underneath the boler to the left. The F1 Error can prevent your boiler from firing up to produce hot water and central heating. Leaving homeowners alike in a cold and somewhat bothersome predicament.
Possible Causes of the F1 error code
First lets start with the most common cause of the F1 error code
Your central heating has low water pressure which has triggered the low water pressure sensor to give the F1 error code.
Why does this Happen?
Periodically over time due to the heating and cooling. The water will evaporate away out the microscpic joints in your central heating system. The time this takes varies from each central heating system. I have found from experience it happens more often on systems with plastic pipe. Saying this though you shouldnt really have to be doing more often than once or twice a year. Although I have known some central heating System to have not needed topping up with water in over 4/5 years it really does vary from system to system.
Other common causes of the Ideal logic F1 error.
Cracked heat Exchanger inside the boiler.
A Faulty expansion vessel within the boiler.
Pressure relief valve within the boiler.
Another component within the boiler leaking.
Leaking pipework on your central heating system.
Radiators with a leak due to corrosion.
Radiator Valves.
All these faults above will cause your Ideal Logic Boiler and central heating system to lose water pressureiver time causing the F1 error.
Fixing the Ideal Logic F1 Error
The first thing would be to check your pipework, radiators and radiator valves. If you are competent with spanners and pliers trace the leak watch a few tube videos and if you’re confident try and fix the leak. If you dont feel able to undertake this kind of repair you can give us a call our details are at the bottom of the page
If you cant find a leak on your central heating system then you will need contact a gas safe registed engineer to investigate the problem to get it resolved in speedy fashion.
We can diagnose diagnose the specific cause of the error and take appropriate measures. To rectify the issue The solution may involve replacing faulty components.
Whilst filling your system up for a few days will be ok till an engineer arrives. If done continuously over time it cause other issues such as blockages.
The continual filling offresh oxygenated water will cause the system to foul up with rust which if left unchecked over time can cause other components to fail in your boiler causing more expensive repairs and time woth out heating and hot water.
Give us a call
You are more than welcome to give us a call on 01274 317169 or fill out the Contact Us form.
We charge an initial £78.00 including VAT to perform an initial diagnostic investigation into the cause.
If the leak only requires something to be tightened up or a slight adjustment there will be no further cost to you.
If parts are required, then a quote for parts and labour will be given to fix the cause of the F1 error code on your Ideal Logic Combi boiler.
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