Dishwasher error codes and fault guides
Browse 122 published, evidence-gated Dishwasher guides. Each page states the supported model and region, official source, safe checks, and the point to stop.
Dishwasher fault guides
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the comfort door lock is obstructed by a heavy object in front of the machine
F438 is identified by Miele's official manual as the comfort door lock is obstructed by a heavy object in front of the machine. Follow the exact model-scoped checks and safety boundary below.
the door lock is defective
F446 is identified by Miele's official manual as the door lock is defective. Follow the exact model-scoped checks and safety boundary below.
a drainage fault with possible water remaining in the wash cabinet
F492 / F541 is identified by Miele's official manual as a drainage fault with possible water remaining in the wash cabinet. Follow the exact model-scoped checks and safety boundary below.
the waterproof system has reacted
F550 is identified by Miele's official manual as the waterproof system has reacted. Follow the exact model-scoped checks and safety boundary below.
the salt-container flap has opened during a programme
F553 is identified by Miele's official manual as the salt-container flap has opened during a programme. Follow the exact model-scoped checks and safety boundary below.
peak-load negotiation has lasted longer than two hours
F578 is identified by Miele's official manual as peak-load negotiation has lasted longer than two hours. Follow the exact model-scoped checks and safety boundary below.
circulation-pump fault
F78 is identified by Miele's official manual as circulation-pump fault. Follow the exact model-scoped checks and safety boundary below.
The incoming water is too hot
Samsung identifies 3E as a high-temperature water-supply error. Verify the hot-water supply is not above 176°F before requesting service.
The dishwasher is not receiving water at the required pressure or temperature
Samsung identifies 4C and 4E as water-supply errors. Check the supply shut-off, temperature, pressure, and visible hose path before service.
The dishwasher cannot drain
Samsung identifies 5C, SC, 5E, and SE as drain errors. Check the sink connection, hose routing, filter area, and frozen drain line before service.
The WaterWall reflector cannot move correctly
Samsung identifies 7E as a WaterWall reflector error. Remove obstructions, correct the reflector position, and reseat it only as the official guide shows.
The dishwasher has detected too little water
Samsung identifies 9E as a low-water-level error. Empty the dishwasher, add detergent, run one Normal cycle, and request service if it returns.
The dishwasher temperature is too high
Samsung identifies HC as a high-temperature heater error. Follow the empty Normal-cycle check exactly once, then request service if HC returns.
The dishwasher is detecting temperature incorrectly
Samsung identifies HE as a heater error where temperature is detected incorrectly. Run the official empty Normal-cycle check once, then request service.
There is more water in the dishwasher than there should be
Samsung identifies OC, 0C, and oE as over-level water errors. Use the official drain and overflow checks, then stop if water remains or the code returns.
Electronic fault or interrupted programme
E01 / E02 / E03 / E04 / E05 is described by Siemens support as electronic fault or interrupted programme. Exact checks and component access vary by model and region.
Door sensor or electronics fault
E06 is described by Siemens support as door sensor or electronics fault. Exact checks and component access vary by model and region.
Drying-system fault
E07 is described by Siemens support as drying-system fault. Exact checks and component access vary by model and region.
Water level in the rinse bath is too low
E08 is described by Siemens support as water level in the rinse bath is too low. Exact checks and component access vary by model and region.
Internal heating-system fault
E09 / E11 is described by Siemens support as internal heating-system fault. Exact checks and component access vary by model and region.
The dishwasher drying system has reported a fault
Siemens identifies E10 as a fault in the dishwasher drying system and directs owners to Siemens Service for the model-specific repair.
The heating element is calcified or soiled
Siemens identifies E12 as a calcified or soiled heating element and recommends descaling the dishwasher according to its instructions.
Water detected in the base pan; leak protection active
E15 / E3100 is described by Siemens support as water detected in the base pan; leak protection active. Exact checks and component access vary by model and region.
Water-fill system fault
E16 / E3400 is described by Siemens support as water-fill system fault. Exact checks and component access vary by model and region.