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.

Most Common Codes

F78 F72 F69 F66 F40 F46 F36 F34 F16 F15

All Codes

F01 F02 F03 F06 F09 F10 F11 F14 F15 F16 F34 F36 F40 F46 F66 F69 F72 F78

Error Code Directory

Click any code for detailed troubleshooting steps

Low Medium High

Code Meaning Severity Common Symptom

F01 NTC sensor problem Medium The drum spins but no warm air is produced View F02 NTC sensor short Medium The board detects the short and stops heating as a safety measure View F03 Heater relay problem High If the relay is stuck closed, the heater runs non-stop View F06 Humidity sensor problem Medium The machine thinks items are dry before they actually are View F09 Software problem Low The machine halts at a random point View F10 Motor problem High The machine powers on but the drum remains stationary View F11 Exhaust duct blocked Medium Restricted airflow means moisture cannot be carried away efficiently View F14 Heating problem High The drum spins but air remains cold View F15 Overheating protection 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 problem Medium Cannot confirm door lock View F36 Door not locking Medium The machine waits for a lock signal that never comes View F40 Communication problem Medium The control panel stops responding View F46 Communication problem E/A Medium Cycle halts mid-program View F66 Steam system problem Medium The steam function does not generate steam View F69 AquaStop problem High Safety system shuts down the machine View F72 Heat pump problem High The heat pump cannot produce hot air without the compressor View F78 Condensation drain problem Medium The pump is not delivering water to the container View