E7
Remeha Flame detection error / flame signal lost during operation

Boiler shows E7 and locks out intermittently

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Weak ionisation signal due to dirty burner, Incorrect gas valve adjustment, Faulty ionisation electrode, Poor earth connection on boiler

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power and gas before removing the combustion cover. Only a Gas Safe engineer should work on combustion components.

  • Check for pattern: Note if E7 occurs only at low or high output, or during windy conditions. This helps an engineer diagnose combustion stability issues.
  • Visual inspection (engineer): The burner and ionisation electrode should be inspected and cleaned. Any signs of corrosion, soot, or damage must be addressed.
  • Check earthing: Ensure the boiler has a solid earth connection at the mains terminal block; a poor earth can affect flame sensing.
  • Engineer tasks: Measure ionisation current, clean or replace the burner and electrode, and check gas valve settings with a flue gas analyser.
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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Ionisation Electrode
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