Alpha 6.5629560 Air Pressure Switch C6065F1100

Description

Alpha 6.5629560 Air Pressure Switch – Alpha 240, 280 & 500E Boiler Part (Obsolete)

The Alpha 6.5629560 Air Pressure Switch is a vital boiler safety device that confirms sufficient air pressure before ignition. It safeguards your boiler from unsafe operation by verifying that the fan and flue system are functioning correctly.
This model — C6065F1100 — was widely used in early Alpha 240, 280, and 500E series boilers.

Compatible Alpha Boiler Models (with GC Numbers):

Alpha 240 Series:

• Alpha 240 E – GC No. 47-532-06

• Alpha 240 Eco – GC No. 47-532-05

• Alpha 240 X – GC No. 47-532-13

• Alpha 240 XE – GC No. 47-532-11

Alpha 280 Series:

• Alpha 280 E – GC No. 47-532-08

• Alpha 280 P – GC No. 47-532-12

Alpha 500 Series:

• Alpha 500E – GC No. 47-532-07

Q&A

Q1: What does the Alpha 6.5629560 Air Pressure Switch do?
A: It detects correct air and fan pressure before the boiler ignites to ensure safe combustion.

Q2: Is the 6.5629560 switch still available?
A: This part is obsolete, but genuine or compatible versions may still be sourced through specialist Alpha parts suppliers.

Q3: Which boilers use the Alpha 6.5629560?
A: It fits Alpha 240, 280, and 500E series models (see full GC numbers above).

Q4: What are signs of a faulty air pressure switch?
A: Boiler lockout, ignition failure, or flashing fan/airflow fault codes.

Q5: Who should replace this part?
A: Only a qualified Gas Safe engineer should handle replacement or testing.