Appliance Fault Codes

What that error code means — and what you can safely check

Hotpoint tumble dryer F05 error code

F05 means waste pipe blockage or pump issue. The door will not open, or water remains in the drum — a blockage in the pump filter or waste hose on washer-dryers.

Often fixable at home · Fault type: Electrical/hardware

Safe checks, in order of likelihood

  1. Check the pump filter (see your handbook) for blockages.
  2. Check the waste hose and under-sink plumbing for blockages.

Call a professional when…

If the code returns after these checks, book a qualified engineer.

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