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What do your washing machine error codes mean?

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F01 — Electronic circuit board fault

Issue: Washing Machines is not operating – some or all functions are not selectable.

Advice: We recommend you disconnect (unplug) the appliance from the mains supply for a minimum of 2 minutes. Reconnect supply and wait 30 seconds and try starting the machine again.

Advice: If the fault remains, please call our customer service centre to book an engineer on: 0344 822 4224

F02 — Motor circuit fault

Issue: Intermittent or no drum rotation during wash cycle.

Advice: We recommend you call our customer service centre to book an engineer on: 0344 822 4224

F03 — Temperature sensing fault

Issue: Washing Machines not heating on wash or dry settings.

Advice: We recommend you call our customer service centre to book an engineer on: 0344 822 4224

F05 — Waste pipe blockage or pump issue

Issue: Washing Machines door will not open / the door can be opened but water remains inside the drum.

Advice: Please check for blockages in your pump filter (if applicable to model – please see user handbook). Also check for any blockages in waste water hose and in any under-sink plumbing.If none of the above solutions work, it is likely you have a pump failure and will need further assistance.

Advice: If the fault still remains then we recommend you call our customer service centre to book an engineer on: 0344 822 4224

F06 — Door lock fault

Issue: Washing Machines door cannot be opened or closed / when the door is closed the machine the programme will not start.

Advice: If your washing machines door will not close, please check for any obstructions in the door lock. If the fault still remains then we recommend you call our customer service centre to book an engineer on: 0344 822 4224

Safety Notice: A recall has been launched relating to the door lock system for certain Hotpoint and Indesit washing machines. Find out more here.

F07 — Electronic circuit board fault / heating circuit fault

Issue: During a wash cycle the programme pauses part way through/ the machine is not heating and the pump runs continuously.

Advice: We recommend you call our customer service centre to book an engineer on: 0344 822 4224

F08 — Heater fault

Issue: During a wash cycle the programme pauses part way through.

Advice: We recommend you call our customer service centre to book an engineer on: 0344 822 4224

F09 — Software fault

Issue: Washing Machines isn’t operating multiple flashing lights and/or display. Unable to select a programme.

Advice: We recommend you call our customer service centre to book an engineer on: 0344 822 4224

F11 — Pump circuit fault

Issue: Water remains in Washing Machines / not pumping out.

Advice: We recommend you call our customer service centre to book an engineer on: [site:phone:number]

F12 — Electronic control fault

Issue: Washing Machines is not operating (turning on).

Advice: We recommend you call our customer service centre to book an engineer on: 0344 822 4224

F13 — Dryer temperature sensing fault (washer dryers only)

Issue: Washer dryer is not drying clothes.

Advice: We recommend you call our customer service centre to book an engineer on: 0344 822 4224

F15 — Heater control fault (Washing Machine and Washer Dryers)

Issue: Washing Machines is not heating water or pauses during a wash cycle / not drying or pauses during drying cycle.

Advice: We recommend you call our customer service centre to book an engineer on: 0344 822 4224

F16 — Drum lock position sensor fault (top loading machines only)

Issue: Washing Machines drum is stopping in the wrong position or is not locked in the correct position.

Advice: We recommend you call our customer service centre to book an engineer on: 0344 822 4224

F18 — Internal data error

Issue: Some or all display / functions do not work on my washing machines.

Advice: Please disconnect (unplug) the appliance from the mains supply for a minimum of 2 minutes. Reconnect supply, wait 30 seconds and try starting the machine again.

Advice: If the fault remains, we recommend you call our customer service centre to book an engineer on: 0344 822 4224

What do your washing machine error codes mean?

Digital display codes

Please select an error code to reveal the fault and a how to fix it yourself.

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Flashing LED codes

Please select all the flashing LED’s in sequential order to reveal what your error code could mean.

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If the LED’s are arranged differently please select an alternative configuration.

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