ERROR CODE EXPLAINED
Miele Dryer
Miele Dryer 888 Error Code
What it means
The dryer is in Demo Mode, so the drying program will not start.
Try this first
- For dryers with an On/Off switch: switch the dryer off, close the door, hold Start/Stop, switch the dryer on while continuing to hold Start/Stop, wait until the control lights after 5 seconds, release it briefly, then hold Start/Stop again for 3 seconds.
- For dryers without an On/Off switch: switch the dryer on, open the door, hold Start/Stop, close the door while continuing to hold Start/Stop, wait until the control lights after 5 seconds, release it briefly, then hold Start/Stop again for 3 seconds.
- Demo Mode is off when the Start/Stop sensor control no longer lights.
Can I keep using it?Use the Demo Mode procedure that matches whether your dryer has an On/Off switch.
Repair usually required?Use only the manufacturer-backed checks on this page. If Miele directs the issue to service or the listed checks do not resolve it, arrange professional service.
If the error keeps returning
Use the linked official Miele support article for the exact source guidance and model-specific details.
Official source
Troubleshooting information verified against manufacturer support documentation.
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