Hotpoint Washing Machine Repairs Error Codes

Hotpoint washing machines are among the most common found in the Uk and like any mechanical device they will occasionally breakdown or develop a fault and need repairs. Being a very popular make means that most parts supplier will keep there parts in stock and because so many suppliers keep Hotpoint parts stock this also drives competition hence driving down the price of parts if you should ever need them

One problem many people including some engineers face when faced with a faulty Hotpoint washer is knowing what the error code mean, so here are a list of error codes and there meanings for Hotpoint washing machines

These error codes can some times have a E in front of the number and not a F as shown here, but the meaning of the code is still the same

# F10 - This means there is No cold fill. You should check and verify that the taps are on or the hoses are kinked.

# F11 - This means there is No hot fill.The ambient temperature is probably below freezing perhaps due to the plumbing becoming frozen. Also verify that the taps are on or if the drain hoses are kinked.

# F12 - This means No mixed fill. It is most likely that the water is not turned on usually under the sink taps.

# F13 - For this error code you should check the water supply, inlet control device as well as hot and cold hose pipe connections.

# F14 - A This error code means a problem with the water heating system has taken place. You will need to book a washing machine repair

# F15 - Water is not getting pumped away and a flood situation can take place. Verify that the discharge hose is elevated to the advised minimum height and that the pipe is not blocked.

# F16 - Very high water level Disconnect or turn off the water supply and make sure that the water level does not increase any more. Then you will need to find and Book a washing machine repair engineer

# F17 - Door not closed properly. Close door firmly and the machine should work OK now, if simply closing the door firmly does not fix the problem, you will need to find and book a washing machine repairs engineer.

# F20/1 - The actual thermistor resistance has drifted or the temperature scanning sequence is incorrect. The ambient temperature could be below freezing. You will need to Book a washing machine repair engineer.

# F30/31 - A motor drive problem has occurred. Try running the programme again. If the problem persists book a service engineer.

# F40 - Water was below the protection level during a heat step. You will need to Book a washing machine repair.

# F41 - Water level detection sequence is incorrect. You will need to Book a washing machine repair.

# F50/51 - Re-programme needed, the customer language and wash programme have not been saved. The system will run with default conditions (1000rpm max and English language). Book a washing machine repair to re-programme your product.

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