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Error Code

Miele Washer F1 Code Sensor Circuit Short

Plain-language guidance for Miele code F1 on Washer — symptoms, safe checks, and when to call a technician.

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At a glance

Overview

Miele Repair Editorial Team Written by Miele Repair Editorial Team Editorial Team Published October 20, 2026 Updated October 28, 2026
Error code F1
Appliance Washer
Quick answer

F1 appears on Miele washing machines and washer-dryers for a short circuit in the temperature sensor circuit.

Model compatibility

Miele reuses codes across series and model years, so F1 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 this code means

Short circuit in the heating/water temperature sensor circuit.

F1 summary

  • Appliances: Miele washing machine and washer-dryer
  • Cause given: short circuit in the heating/water temperature sensor circuit
  • Owner remedy: none
  • Next step: repair appointment

Miele treats F1 as a technical fault outside the owner’s reach, so no checks are listed.

At a glance

Code F1
What it means Short circuit in the heating/water temperature sensor circuit.
What you can check F1 cannot be cleared by the owner. Note the code and avoid running the machine.
When to call a technician A short circuit in the temperature sensor circuit is a technical fault, so book a repair appointment with a technician.

Compare with

F10 is a blocked water inlet, which can be checked at home, and F104 concerns the drum drive.

Washer service in our areas

We take Miele washer calls in the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas on (844) 459-5005. Give us the code and your model number.

Source: Miele support: Washing machine Fault F1

Caution

Safety warning

Important safety warning

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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