Troubleshooting?
If your Boiler or Cooker fails to light:
Pressure Jet Burners
- Check the programmer is set ‘On’ and the time is set correctly. If this is not the case, check that the mains switch is on and that the fuse is OK.
- If the lockout light is on, push the lockout light button twice only to reset the burner. The lockout light button is situated inside on the burner and is usually a round or square red neon-lit button.
- If the burner fails to relight, check the oil level in the tank, that the oil taps have not been not turned off and that the fire valve has not tripped.
- If the lockout light is not on, and the mains supply is OK, check the thermostats including the ‘High Limit’ thermostat on the boiler. The High Limit thermostat trips if the boiler overheats. Refer to your boiler manual for the location of the High Limit thermostat reset.
Vapourising Burners (Aga, Rayburn)
- Check the oil level in the tank, that the oil taps have not been not turned off and that the fire valve has not tripped.
- If the burner lights but won’t reach heat, check that the electricity supply is on if the burner is electrically controlled. If the burner is manually controlled, check that the control knob is not turned down.
Leaking Oil Tank (plastic only)
- Apply a bar of soap to the split. Bar soap is non-reactive and may slow a leak long enough for an engineer to arrive. Oil spills can be damaging to the environment. Try covering the spilt oil with sand or cat litter. Block any access to drains for water ways to prevent contamination.
Cold Radiators
- Try bleeding the radiator to remove any air locks and check the water pressure on sealed system.
Disclaimer: This material is for general information only and applied at your own risk. Oil Heating Oil Cookers can not be held responsible for any damage or injury that may occur. For faults and breakdowns please contact our office.
If the above fails to solve your problem, contact us to arrange a visit.