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E384
Baxi fault code

Baxi E384: false flame (parasitic flame) (also shown as 164)

Engineer only

Baxi describes E384 on Platinum, Duo-tec, EcoBlue, Megaflo, Assure, Main Eco and original 600/800 boilers as: false flame (parasitic flame) (also shown as 164).

What you can safely do

There is nothing you can safely do yourself with this one. Leave the boiler off and book an engineer.

Call a Gas Safe engineer if

  • Book a Gas Safe registered engineer.
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Applies to: Platinum, Duo-tec, EcoBlue, Megaflo, Assure, Main Eco and original 600/800. Codes can differ between models, so check your manual.

What E384 means on each Baxi model

From Baxi's own fault tables. Your model name is usually on the front of the boiler or in the user manual.

ModelMeaning
Platinum, Duo-tec, EcoBlue, Megaflo, Assure, Main Eco and original 600/800False flame (parasitic flame) (also shown as 164)

Common questions about Baxi E384

Can I fix Baxi E384 myself?

No. It needs a Gas Safe registered engineer to diagnose. Tell them the exact code and your boiler's model name.

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