Push the reset button for 10 seconds

Generally, you push the reset button and hold it down for 10 seconds. Do this only once. Wait for 2-3 minutes, as the boiler may be starting up. If the reset has been successful, then the flame will ignite in the boiler.

Why will my gas boiler not fire up?

A boiler might not ignite due to various possible reasons 鈥 insufficient pressure, blockage in the burner, faulty valves, frozen pipes etc. Sometimes, you can fix the problem on your own. In other cases, you don’t have any choice but to call an engineer.

Why won’t my pilot light stay lit on my boiler?

If it’s not staying lit though, then you’re probably dealing with a thermocouple issue. The thermocouple of a boiler system is a long metal wire that acts as a heat sensor for the pilot light. If the pilot light goes out, then the electrical current stops, and the gas valve closes.

What does it mean when your pilot light won’t stay lit?

If your pilot light won’t stay alight, it might be the thermocouple. Sometimes dust buildup collects on the thermocouple and blocks the sensor. Try cleaning the thermocouple and then relighting the pilot light. If it continues to go out, the thermocouple might need to be replaced.

How do you manually reset a boiler?

Follow these simple instructions to reset your boiler:
Refer to your boiler manual.Push the reset button for 10 seconds.Wait 2 – 3 minutes, the boiler should fire up.Repeat twice if the first attempt fails.If the boiler still fails to fire up on the third attempt, double check the gas supply.

Why is my boiler not resetting?

If you find that you keep having to reset your boiler, it’s likely that there could be a fault with your heating system. This fault could eventually lead to a more serious issue such as a boiler breakdown, so it’s best to seek out a solution as soon as possible.

Where is the reset button on boiler?

Your boiler restart button, also referred to as ‘lock out’, is located on your boiler burner unit. Usually, the burner unit front door cover will need to be removed to gain access to the control box reset (when ‘tripped’ the button is normally illuminated).

What do you do when your boiler won’t turn on?

If your boiler won’t turn on, the first thing you should do is check other appliances and power supplies in your home to see if they are working. If they are, check your fuse box to see if any switches have failed or tripped. If you still cannot find the cause, we recommend getting in touch with a trained engineer.

Why is my boiler on but no heating?

If your boiler works but the radiators are not heating up, then likely cause could be a faulty boiler pump or your central heating controls. If your boiler works but the radiators are cold, check that the thermostat or timer is working correctly.

Why is my boiler not heating up?

There are a variety of reasons why your boiler may not be working; common examples include the boiler pressure being too low or too high, a power cut, gas supply issues, a faulty pilot light, a frozen condensate pipe, faulty internal components or a more complex issue.

How do I reset my burner?

The reset button is typically located inside the blower compartment on the side of the blower motor. When should I press the reset button? First, you need to locate your circuit breaker and switch off the power supply to the furnace. Then, if you see that the button is up, push it to reset your furnace.

What causes the pilot light to go out?

Improper Venting & Airflow

Sometimes a pilot light can go out as a result of some source of wind or air simply blowing it out. If this happens, there could be an issue with how your flue pipe is set up or how your system is venting.

How do I fix my pilot light?

Relight the pilot light.

Turn the knob to 鈥淧ilot,鈥 and let gas to flow to the pilot. Light a lighter or match, then push in the reset button. Hold your flame to the pilot light’s opening. Keep the reset switch depressed until the pilot light is burning steadily.

Why am I not getting gas to my pilot light?

There are several possible reasons why your gas furnace pilot won’t light: an ongoing draft, a faulty thermocouple, an accumulation of dirt, or an inefficient supply.