Glow-worm Energy System fault F.89

Fault: pump

Gas boiler

What it means

Pump circuit fault detected - not connected, incorrectly connected, wrong type, or shorted

Likely causes

  1. Pump not connected or it is connected incorrectly
  2. Incorrect pump connected
  3. Short circuit in the cable harness
  4. Noise persisting in boiler due to trapped air

Where to start

  1. Flush the heating installation through
  2. Check the silicone hose connection (1) between the pump's automatic air vent and the hydraulic console
  3. Fill with water until required filling pressure is reached

The full answer, free

  • 3 more checks in order
  • The readings and component tests from the manual
  • How to put it right, step by step
  • The manual page for this fault (page 52), right under the answer

Safety: Isolate gas and power before you open the case. If you have been into the gas side, do a tightness test, and a combustion and flue check before you hand back. Gas Safe (UK) or RGI (Ireland) work only.

From the Glow-worm manual for the Energy System. Check the model on the data plate before you order parts.

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