Verified boiler fault code
Potterton E160 Fault Code (Assure Combi & System)
Fan fault.
Safety disclaimer
Fault code summary
- Manufacturer
- Potterton
- Fault code
- E160
- Fault type
- Fan, Electrical
- Severity
- Not specified
- Reset
- Not specified
- Applicable models
- Potterton Assure Combi, Potterton Assure System
Quick answer
Fan fault.
What does this fault code mean?
Fan fault.
Common causes
- Fan fault.
Symptoms
- The boiler displays E160 and may stop operating.
What can the homeowner safely check?
- Note the code and do not remove the casing.
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
- Check fan operation, speed feedback and wiring.
Applicable boiler models
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Manufacturer documentation
Boiler Error Codes | BaxiPotterton Assure Combi & System — E160: Fan fault.
Last verified
2026-09-12
Frequently asked questions
What does Potterton E160 mean?
Fan fault.