Miele Dishwasher Error Codes: A Complete Guide

Published On: 22 January 2025-Last Updated: 29 January 2025-12 min read-

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A Guide to Understanding Miele dishwasher Error Codes and Solutions

When your Miele dishwasher encounters an issue, error codes are the first clue that something isn’t right. These codes, often displayed as numbers, symbols, or flashing lights, provide valuable insight into the problem and guide you toward a solution. By knowing what these codes mean, you can troubleshoot many common issues at home and avoid unnecessary repairs. In this blog post, we’ll break down the most frequent Miele dishwasher error codes, explain their significance, and offer tips on how to resolve them.

If you’re looking to keep your appliance in top shape or need professional repairs, this guide will help you understand the first steps while pointing you toward long-term solutions, like our appliance protection plans, to ensure peace of mind.

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Error Code Description Causes Solution
Automatic door opening (AutoOpen) is not functioning correctly. The dishwasher’s automatic door opening feature (AutoOpen) is not functioning correctly. The AutoOpen function is switched off. Select “AutoOpen” > “On” in the “Settings” menu.

Confirm with OK.

AutoOpen is not activated in some programmes.

If you have switched on AutoOpen and the door lock rail does not automatically retract into the appliance, contact the Miele Customer Service Department.

Fault F1 The dishwasher display shows fault F1. Water/heating temperature sensor short-circuited. Please book a repair.
Fault F2 The dishwasher display shows fault F2. Water/heating temperature sensor open-circuited. Please book a repair.
Fault F11 (G 1xxx–G 6xxx) The dishwasher display shows fault F11 and there is water in the wash cabinet (G1xxx–G6xxx). The non-return valve is incorrectly positioned in the dishwasher. Find out more info at Mieles offical website on how to remove this yourself or book a repair with us
Fault F11 (G7 xxx & G5 xxx Discovery from year of manufacture 2019 onwards) The dishwasher display shows fault F11 and there is water in the wash cabinet (G7 xxx & G5 xxx Discovery from year of manufacture 2019 onwards). The drain pump cover is positioned incorrectly in the dishwasher. Find out more info at Mieles offical website on how to remove this yourself or book a repair with us
Fault F12 (water inlet) The dishwasher display shows fault F12. The water inlet is blocked or restricted. The stopcock is not open or The inlet filter is soiled. Find out more info at Mieles offical website on how to remove this yourself or book a repair with us
Fault F13 (water inlet) The dishwasher display shows fault F13. The water inlet is blocked or restricted. The stopcock is not open or The inlet filter is soiled. Find out more info at Mieles offical website on how to remove this yourself or book a repair with us
Fault F14 The dishwasher display shows fault F14. The circulation pump is blocked. In longer breaks between wash/rinse cycles (lasting weeks or months at a time), the pump may become dry and stick together. Find out more info at Mieles offical website on how to remove this yourself or book a repair with us
Fault F14 The dishwasher display shows fault F14. Technical fault. Water intake fault – pump pressure level switch or heating level switch. Switch the dishwasher off.

Wait a few seconds.

Switch the dishwasher back on.

Select the programme you want and start it.

If the fault persists, please book a repair appointment online.

Fault F14 The dishwasher display shows fault F14. The on-site drainage connection is situated lower than the guide path for the lower basket rollers in the door.

For example, in the case of a dishwasher installed at a height, the on-site drainage connection may be situated lower than the guide path for the lower basket rollers in the door.

Ventilate the drain as described in the operating instructions for your dishwasher.
Fault F15 (water inlet) The dishwasher display shows fault F15. The water inlet is blocked or restricted. The stopcock is not open. Open the stopcock.
Fault F15 (water inlet) The dishwasher display shows fault F15. The water inlet is blocked or restricted. The inlet filter is soiled. Find out more info at Mieles offical website on how to remove this yourself or book a repair with us
Fault F15 (water inlet) The dishwasher display shows fault F15. The water inlet is blocked or restricted. The water inlet hose is kinked. Remove any kinks or loops from the water inlet hose.

Keep an eye on these points for a while afterwards, as the plastic may weaken and the material may tear. In the event of any damage, the water inlet hose must be replaced.

If this is necessary, contact the Miele Customer Service Department.

Fault F15 (water inlet) The dishwasher display shows fault F15. The water inlet is blocked or restricted. The flow pressure at the water connection is lower than 50 kPa (0.5 bar). Contact the facility manager or a plumber.

If the fault persists, please book a repair appointment online.

Fault F18 The dishwasher display shows fault F18. Water intake valve defective. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F19 The dishwasher display shows fault F19. Flow meter defective. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F24 The dishwasher display shows fault F24. Heating relay contact fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F25 The dishwasher display shows fault F25. Desired temperature fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F26 The dishwasher display shows fault F26. Boiling protection. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F33 The dishwasher display shows fault F33 and the door does not open automatically. Door lock does not open. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F36 The dishwasher display shows fault F36. Door lock switch defective. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F38 The dishwasher display shows fault F38. Electronic module fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F40 The dishwasher display shows fault F40. Electronic module fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F42 The dishwasher display shows fault F42. Mains frequency registration fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F47 The dishwasher display shows fault F47. Electronic module fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F51 The dishwasher display shows fault F51. Pump pressure level switch fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F52 The dishwasher display shows fault F52. Excess quantity of detergent or rinse aid dispensed. To remove the fault message, set the programme selector to Stop/End or, if you are using light-touch switches, press and hold Start/Stop for around 5 seconds.

Switch your appliance off and then back on again.

If you are using detergent tabs that already contain rinse aid, select the “Combi tab” function (if available).

Do not use detergent tabs with the “Quick wash 40 °C” programme.

If the fault persists, book a repair appointment online.

Fault F53 The dishwasher display shows fault F53. Speed sensor fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F63 The dishwasher display shows fault F63. Water path control unit fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F67 The dishwasher display shows fault F67. Circulation pump fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F68 The dishwasher display shows fault F68. Circulation pump fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F69 The dishwasher display shows fault F69. The circulation pump is blocked. Remove the filter combination from the wash cabinet.

Pour 1 litre of warm water (max. 75 °C) with 3 to 5 drops of rinse aid into the dishwasher interior and let it soak for 5 minutes.

Then start the programme again.

Repeat this step 2 to 3 times.

Fault F69 The dishwasher display shows fault F69. There may be a technical fault. Switch the dishwasher off.

Switch the dishwasher back on after a few seconds.

Select the desired programme using the Programme button.

Press the Start/Stop button.

If the fault persists, book a repair appointment online.

Fault F70 (Waterproof system) The dishwasher display shows fault F70 (Waterproof system). The Waterproof system has been activated. The current programme is cancelled and the drain pump switches on. Contact Miele Customer Service.
Fault F78 The dishwasher display shows fault F78. The circulation pump is blocked. Find out more info at Mieles offical website on how to remove this yourself or book a repair with us
Fault F78 The dishwasher display shows fault F78. There may be a technical fault. Find out more info at Mieles offical website on how to remove this yourself or book a repair with us
Fault F79 The dishwasher display shows fault F79. Circulation pump fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F84 The dishwasher display shows fault F84. Water intake fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F85 The dishwasher display shows fault F85. There is a technical fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F86 The dishwasher display shows fault F86. The salt reservoir flap in the door is not closed. Close the salt reservoir flap.

If the fault persists, book a repair appointment online.

Fault F87 The dishwasher display shows fault F87. There is a technical fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F88 The dishwasher display shows fault F88. Turbidity sensor fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F91 The dishwasher display shows fault F91. Load recognition inactive. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F170 The dishwasher display shows fault F170. Lack of rinse aid. Refill with rinse aid in plenty of time.

Confirm with the OK button.

If the fault persists, book a repair appointment online.

Fault F171 The dishwasher display shows fault F171. Insufficient salt. Replenish salt at the end of the programme.

Confirm with the OK button.

If the fault persists, book a repair appointment online.

Fault F172 The dishwasher display shows fault F172. There is a technical fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F173 The dishwasher display shows fault F173. The water inlet is blocked or restricted. Open the stopcock.
Fault F173 The dishwasher display shows fault F173. The inlet filter is soiled. Find out more info at Mieles offical website on how to remove this yourself or book a repair with us
Fault F173 The dishwasher display shows fault F173. The flow pressure at the water hose is too low. Prioritise water intake for the dishwasher.

Contact the facility manager or a plumber.

If the fault persists, book a repair appointment online.

Fault F177 The dishwasher display shows fault F177. After a predefined number of programme sequences have been started, you will receive a message telling you that the filter needs cleaning. Clean the filters in accordance with the operating instructions.

Additional information can be found in the linked video.

Press OK to confirm that cleaning has been carried out.

If the fault persists, book a repair appointment online.

Fault F179 The dishwasher display shows fault F179. Electronic module fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F594 The dishwasher display shows fault F594. Electronic module fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F595 The dishwasher display shows fault F595. Electronic module fault. Please book a repair appointment online.
Fault F600 (AutoDos: dispensing process outlet fault) The dishwasher display shows fault F600 (AutoDos: dispensing process outlet fault). The AutoDos system is blocked. Clean the spray arms.

Clean the AutoDos system.

If the fault persists, book a repair appointment online.

Fault F601 The dishwasher display shows fault F601. There is a fault in the AutoDos. Check whether the PowerDisk holder and the PowerDisk have been fitted correctly:

Clean the Miele AutoDos system.

Activate the AutoDos function and restart the programme.

Fault F607 The dishwasher display shows fault F607. The bottom spray arm is blocked or the nozzles of the bottom spray arm are clogged.

The AutoDos function is automatically deactivated during the programme sequence because the AutoDos detergent outlet cannot be completely flushed out.

Find out more info at Mieles offical website on how to remove this yourself or book a repair with us

How to Interpret Miele Dishwasher Error Codes and Keep Your Appliance Running Smoothly

When your Miele dishwasher displays an error code, it’s crucial to identify the issue quickly to prevent further complications. Understanding the meaning behind each error code empowers you to handle anything from routine maintenance to more complex repair needs. Whether it’s a blocked filter, drainage issue, or sensor malfunction, being informed will help you troubleshoot effectively.

Refer to this guide whenever your Miele dishwasher shows an error code to find the best solutions and restore its performance in no time. For long-term protection and peace of mind, don’t forget to explore our appliance repair services and protection plans designed to keep your dishwasher and other household appliances running smoothly.

When to Seek Professional Help for Persistent Miele Dishwasher Error Codes

If your Miele dishwasher is persistently displaying error codes, it may be time to consult with one of our expert team members or reach out to Miele support for professional assistance. Regular maintenance, prompt troubleshooting, and professional guidance can prevent many common dishwasher issues before they escalate.

If you’re having trouble with your dishwasher, don’t hesitate to explore our specialized dishwasher repair services or visit Home Appliance Guard for comprehensive appliance protection plans. Staying proactive in addressing error codes ensures your Miele dishwasher continues to run efficiently for years to come, while also safeguarding your investment with reliable repair solutions.

This is our Comprehensive Guide to Miele Dishwasher Error Codes

We hope this guide has been useful and got your dishwasher working again worry free.

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Miele cookers are designed to enhance your cooking experience, but when issues arise, error codes are displayed to guide you toward a solution. From common problems like temperature regulation errors to more technical issues, understanding these codes can save you time and money. This guide provides a detailed explanation of all error codes, their causes, and potential solutions to keep your cooker running efficiently.

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