Dishwasher Diagnostics
Miele Dishwasher
Miele Dishwasher
Error Codes
Meanings, severity levels, safe checks you can perform, and when to call a technician.
Enter the code shown on your dishwasher display
Is it safe to keep using it?
Depends on code severity. Low/Medium codes often allow continued use, High severity requires immediate stop.
Can error codes be reset?
Some codes clear after power cycle. Persistent codes indicate underlying issues needing repair.
When should I stop using it?
Stop immediately for water leak codes, burning smell, or any High severity error.
Error Code Directory
Click any code for detailed troubleshooting steps
Low
Medium
High
Code
Meaning
Severity
Common Symptom
F11
Drainage System Fault
Medium
Water remains at the bottom of the dishwasher after a cycle ends
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F12
Water Intake Fault
Medium
The dishwasher attempts to fill but stops or pauses early in the program
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F13
Water Intake Timeout
Medium
The dishwasher stops early in the program while attempting to fill with water
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F14
Heating Fault — Water Not Reaching Temperature
High
Without hot water, grease and detergent are not dissolved properly
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F24
Drainage Timeout
Medium
A visible pool of water sits at the bottom when you open the door
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F40
Software / Control Board Error
Low
The machine halts at a random point in the cycle — not tied to a specific phase
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F47
Communication Error Between Modules
Medium
The control panel stops responding or shows no information while the machine is mid-cycle
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F51
Circulation Pump Fault
High
Opening the door mid-cycle reveals standing water but no spraying action from the wash arms
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F52
Rinse Aid Dispensing System Fault
Low
Dishes and glassware come out with visible water marks and streaks — the classic sign of missing rinse aid
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F53
Motor Speed Sensor Fault
Medium
The circulation pump may run too fast, too slow, or at an inconsistent speed during the wash phase
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F63
Door Slide Lock / Latch Fault
Medium
You select a program and press Start, but the machine does not begin — it cannot confirm the door is locked
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F67
Flow Meter / Turbine Sensor Fault
Medium
Without flow data, the board may let too much or too little water in
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F68
AquaStop Inlet Hose Fault
High
The AquaStop valve remains closed, blocking all water from entering the machine
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F69
AquaStop Valve Closure Fault
High
Water keeps entering the tub beyond the normal level because the valve has not closed
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F70
AquaStop — Water Leak Detected
High
The machine shuts down mid-cycle and will not restart
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F78
Circulation Pump Blocked / Overloaded
High
The spray arms rotate slowly or not at all, even though you can hear the pump running
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F84
Heating Element / Temperature Control Fault
Medium
Appliance halts during wash or operation phase
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F85
NTC Temperature Sensor Failure
Medium
The control board disables the heater when it cannot verify the temperature, so water stays cold
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F86
Water Level / Pressure Sensor Fault
Medium
The machine may overfill or underfill because the board is getting wrong level data
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F87
Turbidity Sensor Fault
Low
Without turbidity data, the machine defaults to maximum wash times as a precaution
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