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Fault F78

The dishwasher display shows fault F78.

The circulation pump is blocked.

In longer breaks between rinses (lasting weeks or months at a time), or when commissioning for the first time, the pump may be dry and stick or jam.

Risk of scalding.

Contact with hot water can cause scalding.

Take care with heated water.

Do not use excessively hot water (max. 165°F/75°C).

Remove the lower spray arm.

Remove the filter combination.

Pour 1 liter of hot water (max. 165°F/75°C) with 3 to 5 drops of rinse aid into the dishwasher interior.

Leave the solution to soak for 5 minutes.

Reinstall the filter combination.

Reinstall the lower spray arm.

  • Ensure that the filter combination lies flat in the base of the wash cabinet.

Restart the program.

Repeat the process 2 to 3 times.

There may be a technical fault.

Turn off the dishwasher.

Wait a few seconds.

Turn the dishwasher back on.

Use the program selector to select the program you want.

Press the Start/Stop button.

If the fault persists, please contact us or book a repair appointment online.

For thorough and gentle cleaning of glasses, dishware, and cutlery, Miele recommends using Miele products which care for your dishwasher at the same time.

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