Appliance Fault Codes

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

Miele dishwasher error codes

Extra Miele dishwasher codes beyond the common F11/F12 set: these cover water intake, drain and electronics faults. Find your code below for meaning and safe checks.

Miele dishwasher error codes
CodeMeaningSeverityFirst action
F17Water intake faultOften fixable at homeThe dishwasher could not draw water in time — tap, valve or aqua-stop fault.
F70Waterproof system triggeredOften fixable at homeWater was detected in the base pan, so the waterproof system shut the machine down.
F84Circulation pump faultOften fixable at homeThe circulation pump did not reach its operating position or speed — pump or electronics fault.

Safety first

Unplug before any check. Never open panels beyond the filter flap. Anything involving internal wiring, the heater or gas must go to a professional — see each code page for its "call a professional when" line.

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