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Miele Dryer Error Codes
Find plain-language explanations for MieleDryer error codes, common causes, and troubleshooting steps you can try before requesting repair service.
37 error codes currently available
888
The dryer is in Demo Mode, so the drying program will not start.
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ADD
ADD means the dryer door can be opened to add or remove laundry.
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Clean Door Filter
The dryer is requesting that the door lint filter be cleaned.
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Clean Out Airways
The dryer detected reduced airflow through the filter or air path.
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Ctrl
Ctrl indicates that the Remote control function is active and the dryer is connected through the Miele app/cloud.
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Empty Out Container
The dryer condensate container needs attention.
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F1
Miele lists F1 as a valid dryer diagnostic fault. The exact component or cause can vary by model.
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F104
The voltage applied to the drive motor is too low.
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F108
Miele reports an electronic fault.
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F156
Refrigerant temperature sensor downstream of condenser short-circuited.
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F157
Refrigerant temperature sensor downstream of condenser open-circuited.
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F158
The appliance has overheated.
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F159
There is a compressor start-up fault.
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F2
Miele lists F2 as a valid dryer diagnostic fault. The exact component or cause can vary by model.
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F206
Refrigerant temperature sensor downstream of compressor short-circuited.
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F207
Refrigerant temperature sensor downstream of compressor open-circuited.
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F242
Miele reports an electronic fault.
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F252
The dryer door contacts near the hinge are dirty.
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F3
Miele lists F3 as a valid dryer diagnostic fault. The exact component or cause can vary by model.
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F30
Door signal and door contact signal are different.
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F36
Door contact (reed switch) is faulty.
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F38
Miele reports an electronic fault.
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F39
Miele reports an electronic fault.
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F4
Miele lists F4 as a valid dryer diagnostic fault. The exact component or cause can vary by model.
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F40
Miele reports an electronic fault.
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F41
Miele reports an electronic fault.
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F43
Model type not programmed/incorrect variant set.
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F45
Miele reports an electronic fault.
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F46
Miele reports an electronic fault.
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F50
The dryer drum may be overloaded; F50 can also appear about 1 minute after the door has been opened, or from a software fault.
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F53
The drive motor is faulty/there is an electronic fault.
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F55
The laundry is still damp after the maximum 180-minute drying time on a residual-moisture program.
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F66
The dryer airflow is restricted, most often because the lint filters or plinth/toe-kick filter are dirty, wet, damaged, or airflow around the dryer is obstructed.
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F99
The appliance is blocked.
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noC
noC means no Connection while MobileStart is selected.
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Red Filter Indicator
The dryer is requesting filter or airflow maintenance.
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Technical Fault
The dryer shows Technical fault with no obvious cause; Miele directs you to power-cycle the dryer and thoroughly clean the airflow filters and heat-exchanger area.
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