Refrigerator Diagnostics

Miele Refrigerator
Error Codes

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

Enter the code shown on your refrigerator 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

F13 F14 F12 F11 F10 F9 F7 F8 F6 F5

All Codes

F0 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 F13 F14

Error Code Directory

Click any code for detailed troubleshooting steps

Low Medium High

Code Meaning Severity Common Symptom

F0 Power failure detected Low Display shows a power failure alert after power is restored View F1 Evaporator sensor problem Medium Fridge runs too cold or not cold enough View F2 Condenser sensor problem Medium Compressor turns on/off at unusual intervals View F3 Ice maker problem Medium Ice maker stops making ice View F4 Fan motor problem Medium Some areas cold, others warm View F5 Defrost problem Medium Thick frost or ice on the back wall inside the fridge View F6 Ambient sensor problem Low Runs too often or not often enough for the room temperature View F7 Communication problem Medium Display shows incomplete information View F8 Door open alarm Low Continuous beeping or chime View F9 Temperature alarm High Display shows elevated temperature View F10 Compressor problem High Fridge and freezer temperatures rising View F11 Compressor overload High Compressor shuts off and won't restart immediately View F12 Water filter alert Low Display prompts water filter replacement View F13 Water dispenser problem Medium Pressing the dispenser button produces no water View F14 Ice maker sensor problem Medium Makes too much ice because it can't detect a full bin View