Washer Diagnostics
Miele Washer
Miele Washer
Error Codes
Meanings, severity levels, safe checks you can perform, and when to call a technician.
Enter the code shown on your washer 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
Door Lock Fault
Medium
You press Start but nothing happens — the board cannot verify the door is locked
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F02
Water Intake Fault
Medium
The machine stalls at the beginning trying to fill the drum
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F04
Drainage Fault
Medium
Clothes sit in standing water when you open the door
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F09
Overflow Protection Activated
High
The cycle halts and the pump runs continuously to evacuate excess water
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F10
Water Intake Timeout
Medium
The machine spends an extended time in the fill phase before timing out
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F15
Hot Water Intake Fault
Medium
The hot water inlet is not working, so only cold water enters
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F16
Excessive Foam / Suds Detected
Low
You can see excessive suds inside the drum through the glass door
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F19
Flow Meter / Water Sensor Fault
Medium
Without flow data, the board cannot control how much water enters
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F20
Heating Fault
High
Laundry feels cold after a hot-wash cycle
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F29
Heating Not Activated
Medium
No heating occurs during wash or rinse phases
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F34
Door Not Closing Properly
Medium
The door does not stay shut or pops open slightly after closing
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F35
Door Not Opening / Lock Stuck
Medium
The cycle completes but you cannot open the door — it remains locked
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F43
Control Board / PCB Fault
High
Buttons and display may be completely unresponsive
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F46
Communication Fault Between Modules
Medium
The control panel loses its display while the machine may still be running internally
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F50
Motor Drive Fault
High
The machine fills with water but the drum remains stationary
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F53
Motor Speed Sensor Fault
Medium
The machine may spin too fast or too slow
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F56
Motor Overload / Overcurrent
High
The motor cuts out during high-speed spin when current draw peaks
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F62
Selector Switch / Slide Switch Fault
Medium
Turning the program dial or pressing buttons has no effect
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F103
Water Leak Detected (AquaStop)
High
The cycle halts and the drain pump activates
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F138
Detergent Dispenser Fault
Low
Clothes come out with stains because detergent was never released
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