Baxi E130 Fault Code (Baxi and legacy Baxi/Main/Potterton ranges listed on common-code page)

Safety disclaimer

Fault code summary

Manufacturer

Baxi

Fault code

E130

Fault type

Flue, Safety lockout

Severity

high

Reset

Not specified

Applicable models

Baxi Platinum Compact Combi, Baxi Duo-tec Compact Combi, Baxi Megaflo Compact System, Main Eco Compact Combi & System, Baxi 600 Combi & System, Baxi 800 Combi & System, Baxi Duo-tec Combi, Baxi Assure Combi & System, Baxi Platinum + Combi, Potterton Assure Combi & System, Baxi Platinum + Combi, Baxi Megaflo System, Baxi EcoBlue Combi & System

Quick answer

Flue thermostat sensor tripped (lockout).

What does this fault code mean?

Flue thermostat sensor tripped (lockout).

Common causes

• Flue thermostat sensor has tripped.

Symptoms

• The boiler is in lockout.

What can the homeowner safely check?

• Do not obstruct or dismantle the flue; arrange qualified diagnosis.

Boiler reset information

Reset information was not provided in the verified manufacturer source. Do not repeatedly reset an unresolved fault.

When should I call an engineer?

Contact a suitably qualified heating engineer when the fault persists, the boiler locks out, or the manufacturer instructions do not resolve it. For gas appliance work in the UK, use a Gas Safe registered engineer.

Engineer diagnosis

• Assess the flue thermostat and flue safety circuit.

Applicable boiler models

• Baxi Platinum Compact Combi
• Baxi Duo-tec Compact Combi
• Baxi Megaflo Compact System
• Main Eco Compact Combi & System
• Baxi 600 Combi & System
• Baxi 800 Combi & System
• Baxi Duo-tec Combi
• Baxi Assure Combi & System
• Baxi Platinum + Combi
• Potterton Assure Combi & System
• Baxi Platinum + Combi
• Baxi Megaflo System
• Baxi EcoBlue Combi & System

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Manufacturer documentation

E130 | Flue thermostat sensor tripped (lockout).

Last verified

2026-09-12

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