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We found the pilot present so eliminated thermocouple problems or a problem with gas supply and we could hear the electro-mechanical time clock running so we eliminated the possibility of a blown fuse in the main isolating switch for the heating circuit.
We tested for power on the flex to the gas valve using a non-contact "Volt stick" (Fluke VoltAlert 1AC-E II) and found power present. This does not prove a complete circuit as it does not check the Neutral return so we used a multimeter set at 750V ac to check between Live and Neutral at the gas valve. We found 230V present, indicating a failed gas valve (multifunctional gas control).
We fitted a new Honeywell V4600 gas valve, checked the burner pressure was within normal range and ran a combustion analysis on the boiler. Everything checked out correctly with the boiler working fine.
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It’s possible that fault-finding may not sort out your problems or that the repair costs mean you should consider having your Ideal boiler replaced. For a replacement boiler or a new boiler installation we would recommend Worcester Bosch. Given current regulations and the work involved, boiler replacement is never cheap but sometimes a new boiler installation is the best option.
Why are Worcester Bosch our first choice for boiler replacement?
Worcester boilers are well made and the quality seems consistently high. Their technical backup is very good. The warranties on Worcester boilers are good and we’ve found that Worcester spares are readily when needed. We hardly ever have to wait long for spares.