Dryer Diagnostics

Miele Dryer
Error Codes

Meanings, severity levels, safe checks you can perform, and when to call a technician.

Enter the code shown on your dryer 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
F01 NTC Temperature Sensor Fault Medium The drum spins but no warm air is produced View F02 NTC Temperature Sensor Short Circuit Medium The board detects the short and stops heating as a safety measure View F03 Heater Relay Fault High If the relay is stuck closed, the heater runs non-stop View F06 Humidity Sensor Fault Medium The machine thinks items are dry before they actually are View F09 Software / Electronic Fault Low The machine halts at a random point View F10 Motor Fault High The machine powers on but the drum remains stationary View F11 Exhaust Duct Blocked / Restricted Airflow Medium Restricted airflow means moisture cannot be carried away efficiently View F14 Heating Fault High The drum spins but air remains cold View F15 Overheating Protection Activated High The machine stops abruptly during a heated cycle View F16 Heating Timeout Medium Some heat is produced but not enough View F34 Door Lock Fault Medium Cannot confirm door lock View F36 Door Not Locking Medium The machine waits for a lock signal that never comes View F40 Communication Fault Medium The control panel stops responding View F46 Communication Error (Extended) Medium Cycle halts mid-program View F66 Steam System Fault Medium The steam function does not generate steam View F69 AquaStop / Water Safety Fault High Safety system shuts down the machine View F72 Heat Pump Compressor Fault High The heat pump cannot produce hot air without the compressor View F78 Condensation Drain Fault Medium The pump is not delivering water to the container View