Reviewed by Miele Repair Editorial Team · Last reviewed August 8, 2026
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Miele Repair Editorial Team Editorial TeamPublished August 8, 2026Updated October 28, 2026Technically reviewed August 8, 2026
Error codeF13
ApplianceDishwasher
Quick answer
What F13 reports on a Miele dishwasher and the order of owner checks.
Model compatibility
Miele reuses codes across series and model years, so F13 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
The water inlet is blocked or restricted.
What F13 reports
Water is not getting into the dishwasher properly. The inlet is either blocked or restricted.
At a glance
Code
F13
What it means
The water inlet is blocked or restricted.
What you can check
Confirm the stopcock is fully open, straighten the inlet hose and rinse the inlet filter, taking care not to wet the plastic housing with its electrical valve.
When to call a technician
Arrange a service visit if F13 remains, or if the inlet hose looks damaged, since a worn hose has to be replaced. Pressure below 50 kPa is a job for a plumber.
Supply side first
Water pressure at the connection has to stay above 50 kPa. Anything under that, a flow pressure of 0.5 bar, belongs with the facility manager or a plumber. Also confirm the stopcock is fully open.
Then the appliance side
A soiled inlet filter is next. Cut power, close the stopcock, and free the water intake valve. Slip the seal off, draw the filter out using its bar, wash it, and return filter and seal firmly. Do not wet the plastic housing, which contains an electrical valve. Open the stopcock slowly and tighten the connection if it drips.
Finally, straighten the inlet hose. Check it periodically afterwards: plastic can weaken and tear, and a damaged hose needs replacing, which means contacting Miele customer service.
Related
For the same display meaning, F12 is the nearest match; F14 is a different matter, a blocked circulation pump.
Dishwasher repair in the SC metro areas
If F13 does not go away, call (844) 459-5005. We help Miele owners across the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas; see dishwasher repair. Please mention the code, model and checks done.
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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