Miele Tumble Dryer Fault Codes

Find out what your fault code means and what checks you can carry out before calling a technician.

🧹 Clean the filters first — Many Miele tumble dryer fault codes are caused or worsened by blocked fluff filters. Clean the door filter after every single cycle and the plinth filter as soon as the indicator light appears. Then unplug for a few minutes and retry before looking up the code.

Miele Tumble Dryer Fault Code List

F1 Technical fault

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F2 Technical fault

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F3 Technical fault

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F4 Technical fault

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F30 Technical fault

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F36 Technical fault

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F38 Technical fault

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F39 Technical fault

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F40 Technical fault

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F41 Technical fault

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F43 Technical fault

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F45 Technical fault

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F46 Technical fault

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F50 Laundry not dry — maximum drying time exceeded

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F53 Technical fault

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F55 Laundry not dry after maximum 180-minute drying time

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F66 Fluff filters blocked

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F99 Technical fault

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F104 Technical fault

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F108 Technical fault

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F156 Technical fault

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F157 Technical fault

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F158 Technical fault

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F159 Technical fault

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F206 Technical fault

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F207 Technical fault

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F242 Technical fault

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F252 Technical fault

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No Fault Code Showing?

Some issues don’t always show a clear fault code. In many cases, cleaning the fluff filters resolves the problem.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Miele tumble dryer showing a fault code?

Fault codes are displayed when the machine detects a problem. Always clean the filters first — they are the most common cause of Miele tumble dryer faults.

Can I reset my Miele tumble dryer?

Yes — switch off at the mains and leave unplugged for a few minutes. If the same code reappears, the underlying fault needs to be investigated.

How often should I clean the fluff filters?

Clean the door fluff filter after every single drying cycle. Clean the plinth filter as soon as the indicator light appears. Regular cleaning prevents the majority of common Miele tumble dryer faults.

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