Set Appliance State:

Gas Off
Isolate Mains Power to appliance as per TOPs P4
Turn Hot Water Tap On
CH potentiometer set to minimum
Disconnect the two electrode leads from the electrodes
Position the leads approximately 4mm apart.
CARE! - keep clear of electrodes during this test.
WARNING! Mains voltage is expected during test, follow TOPs P4 live testing procedure
Mains Power On

Observation:

Allow the fan to run and the boiler to begin its ignition sequence.
After approximately 5 seconds can sparking be seen between the ends of the electrode leads?