Miele Dishwasher F78 error
ErrorF78
F78 is identified by Miele's official manual as circulation-pump fault. Follow the exact model-scoped checks and safety boundary below.
What the code means
circulation-pump fault
Isolate the appliance when safe. Switch the dishwasher off, restart it once, and close the stopcock if F78 returns; contact Miele Service rather than opening the pump or electrical system. Do not open fixed panels or test live circuits.
Typical symptoms
01F78 appears on the dishwasher display
02The appliance may stop, pause, or limit the affected function
03The code returns when the same model-specific condition remains active
Likely causes
Start with the least invasive explanation and stop if the check requires internal electrical or sealed-system access.
01circulation-pump fault
02Confirm the exact model against Miele's official instructions
Safe next steps
- 1Record the complete F78 display and the full Miele dishwasher model
- 2Confirm that the displayed code matches the linked official Miele source
- 3Switch the dishwasher off, restart it once, and close the stopcock if F78 returns; contact Miele Service rather than opening the pump or electrical system.
- 4Stop and arrange model-specific service if F78 returns
Step-by-step repair
- 1Switch the dishwasher off, restart it once, and close the stopcock if F78 returns; contact Miele Service rather than opening the pump or electrical system. No internal component replacement is verified from F78 alone.
Repair details
€Estimated cost
The published checks normally need no replacement part. Internal repair cost is model- and region-specific; obtain a written Miele service quote after diagnosis.
The published checks normally need no replacement part. Internal repair cost is model- and region-specific; obtain a written Miele service quote after diagnosis.
⏱Estimated time
External checks take about 5–30 minutes; professional diagnosis and repair time depend on the exact model.
External checks take about 5–30 minutes; professional diagnosis and repair time depend on the exact model.
🔧Tools
Exact Miele model number and official manual, No internal electrical test tool is permitted
Exact Miele model number and official manual, No internal electrical test tool is permitted
▣Spare parts
No replacement part is confirmed by F78 alone. Confirm the exact model, failed component, and manufacturer part number before ordering.
No replacement part is confirmed by F78 alone. Confirm the exact model, failed component, and manufacturer part number before ordering.
What not to do
- Do not open fixed panels, test live electrical or sealed-system parts, bypass safety devices, or order a component solely from F78.
Preventive maintenance
- 1Keep user-accessible filters, spray arms, seals, water connections, and the drain path maintained according to the exact model manual.
Frequently asked questions
What does F78 mean?
Miele identifies it as circulation-pump fault.
Can I replace a part from the code alone?
No. Confirm the exact model and manufacturer diagnosis first.
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