Miele F140 flags a high water level in the external dispenser unit's mixing container, with no owner fix.
Model compatibility
Miele reuses codes across series and model years, so F140 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What thiscode means
F140 means the water level is too high in the mixing container of the external dispenser unit.
At a glance
F140 = too much water in the mixing container of the external dispenser unit. Technical fault, no owner remedy.
At a glance
Code
F140
What it means
F140 means the water level is too high in the mixing container of the external dispenser unit.
What you can check
There is nothing you can do at home for this code. Jot down F140 and what the machine was doing when it appeared, and avoid running more loads.
When to call a technician
This is a technical fault with no owner remedy, so arrange a service visit. A technician needs to deal with the excess water in the mixing container.
Machines
Miele washing machines and washer-dryers.
Booking guidance
Miele’s text asks you to book a repair appointment online. Keep the code and model number on hand for it.
Related codes
Also see F131 (dispenser unit electronics), F138 (water in the floor tray) and F15 (hot water inlet blocked or restricted).
Miele washer repair in the service-center region
Our line for the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas is (844) 459-5005. Say that F140 appeared and share the model number and what was running.
Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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