Miele is an appliance manufacturer known for producing very high-quality washing machines. This brand has survived the worst and best of times in the appliance market, for the past 100 years, because of its exceptional quality. Miele washing machine has all the right features of a modern washer. It has an inbuilt diagnostic mechanism that allows it to display error codes for users and appliance repair technicians to know the exact problem. This enables quick fixing of faults within the washer.<\/p>\n
Miele washing machine may need periodic maintenance and minor repairs to make it function at its optimum. Proper and careful use of the Miele washing machine minimizes the break-down of the washer. However, the washer still breaks down despite your best efforts to prevent such an occurrence. Luckily, the Miele machine diagnostic mechanism will allow it to determine the fault and relay the message to you in form of error codes. These error codes are only useful to you when you understand what they mean. Use this guide to learn all you need to know about the Miele washing machine error code.<\/p>\n
Miele Washing Machine Error Codes<\/h3>\n
Below is a list showing Miele washing machine error codes, a possible cause for the error code, and how to correct the problem. These error codes are displayed on the washer’s screen whenever there is a problem with the washing machine. Instructions and information provided in this guide are meant to help users of Miele washing machine.<\/p>\n
F11 error code \u2013 Drainage Fault<\/h4>\n
Fault code F11 is triggered when the ball in the non-return valve within the washer’s sump has not opened or when the water in the washer cannot be drained. A buzzer is activated for 120 seconds when this error is displayed.<\/p>\n
The washer’s circulation pump runs for 2 seconds after every drain pump step. This is followed by an inspection of the water levels by the heater pressure switch B1\/13. If the water level is very high, the machine extends its drainage period. If the water level does not subside despite this extension, the program will be interrupted and the fault code displayed on the washer’s screen. The drain pump will also be activated. Miele washer will also display the F11 error code when the heater relay 1K1 fails to be activated after error code F51 register check or when the drain hose is kinked.<\/p>\n
Correct error cod F11 by ensuring the drain hose has been positioned correctly. Also, clean your washer’s on-site drain; inspect the filters, sump drain, filters, and the heater pressure switch. Replace the heater pressure switch where necessary.<\/p>\n
Water in the Base<\/strong> – There’s an anti-flood device that sits in the bottom of your washing machine. When the drain pan fills up with water, a float rises. The float is pushed to a certain level, the anti-flood device is triggered and this causes water to drain out onto the drain pan. This is a safety feature that stops the electrics above the bottom of the pan from getting wet. If you notice that your washing machine continues to drain after you turn it on, there’s probably a leak that’s filling the drain pan with water which is activating the anti-flood device.<\/p>\n
To get water out of the base and fix the F11 error on your washing machine.<\/p>\n
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Turn off the power<\/strong>. Make sure the washing machine is unplugged so that you don’t accidentally electrocute yourself.<\/li>\n
Take off the base plate<\/strong>. There’s a base plate at the bottom of the washing machine. You’ll need to turn the washing machine on its back to see the base plate. The base plate is attached to the washing machine using two or four screws. You need to unscrew the screws that are attaching the drain pan to the bottom of the washing machine.<\/li>\n
Remove any water from the base<\/strong>. Once you’ve removed the base plate, you need to remove water from it using a bowl and a sponge. This will dry up all of the unnecessary water in the drain pan. You could also leave your washing machine unplugged and left to sit for about a week. This should allow enough time for the water to naturally evaporate which will leave you with a base that’s dry. The downside to this is that you won’t be able to use your washing machine for about a week.<\/li>\n
Find the source of the leak<\/strong>. Once you’ve removed all of the water, you’ll need to know what’s causing the leak. To test for a leak, you need to turn on the washing machine and let it fun a cycle, from here, look out for leaks. Once you find the source of the leak, then you’ll know why your washing machine is leaking. Once found, you can turn off the machine.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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After finding the leak, if you’re not sure how to do the repair yourself to stop water from going to the bottom of the washing machine, then you need to look at your frigidaire manual to check how to fix the leak to stop the error F11 from showing, then you’ll need to hire a professional.<\/p>\n
Drain Hose Is Lower Than The Water Level<\/strong> – If the end of the drain hose is set at a level lower than the water level in the washing machine, it is going to allow the water to drain away. The water level usually fills to just below the door seal, so if you’ve got the end of the drain hose set to a level that’s lower than that – it is going to run out of the machine.<\/p>\n
Don\u2019t worry if this is the case with your washing machine though, as it can be easily corrected. All you need to do is simply lift the drain hose to a level that is higher than the water level in the appliance.<\/p>\n
Most drain hoses come supplied with a crook attachment, and you can use that when setting the drain hose into an open pipe drain, so make sure that the hose doesn’t go too far down to create a siphon effect.<\/p>\n
To fix a drain hose that is below the water level:<\/p>\n
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Look at your drain hose<\/strong>. Look at the drain hose and check if it’s lower than the door seal. This will let you know if it’s the drain hose that causes your washing machine to not stop draining.<\/li>\n
Use a crook to adjust the hose<\/strong>. Your washing machine drain hose could come with a crook attachment which you can use to adjust the hose to make sure that it doesn’t go too far into the drain pipe. If you’ve managed to adjust the hose using the crook, this will prevent the siphoning.<\/li>\n
Test it out.\u00a0<\/strong>Once the drain hose has been adjusted using the crook, then you can test it out. If the hose is working properly and the washing machine stops draining when it’s supposed to, then you’ve fixed the problem.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Blocked Drain System<\/strong> – At times, error code F11 shows up to indicate a drain problem in the appliance. When this happens, you need to begin by inspecting the washing machine sewage system and the area below the sink where a connection between the washing machine and your home’s piping has been made. You need to open it up and remove the filters for cleaning. Inspect the hoses for folding and blockage while at it.<\/p>\n
Faults with the Drain Pump<\/strong> – A washing machine may overfill because of a malfunctioning pump. In most cases, fault code F11 occurs when the appliance’s impeller is broken or blocked. When this happens, you need to disconnect the washing machine pump and remove everything blocking the blades. If the pump’s impeller is broken, you need to replace it with a new one. If there is no visible damage to the pump, you need to examine the subunit using a multimeter. If the subunit does not have continuity, you need to purchase a new drain pump.<\/p>\n