How to reset an error on a Bosch dishwasher?
To reset an error code, you must first eliminate the reason why it occurred. If you have successfully resolved the problem, you can proceed to resetting the error code: press and hold the “Power” button for 10-15 seconds to reset.
Error code |
What does the error mean? |
How to fix it yourself | Malfunctions |
Е01 |
Defect in the control unit in the circulation pump circuit. |
low voltage in the power supply, contact your electricity supply company; a one-time failure of the control unit, unplug the dishwasher from the outlet and turn it on again after 5-10 minutes. |
circulation pump controls in the control unit; circulation pump; wiring or contacts in the circulation pump circuit. |
F1 Е1 |
Water heating error | one-time failure of the control module, turn off the dishwasher from the network, then turn it on again. |
a heating element; control board in the heating element circuit; wiring or contacts in the heating element circuit; temperature sensor or thermostat; water level sensor. |
Е02 Е04 |
Problems with water heating | one-time failure of the control unit, turn off the dishwasher from the network, then turn it on again. |
elements of the control unit in the heating element circuit; wiring, contacts in the heater circuit. |
F2 Е2 |
Temperature sensor error |
one-time failure of the control module, unplug the dishwasher, then turn it on again. |
temperature sensor; wiring or contacts in the temperature sensor circuit; control board (in the heating circuit). |
Е03 |
ExtraDry heating error |
one-time “glitch” of the control board. |
control unit in the ExtraDry additional drying circuit (usually the heating element relays light up); wiring or contacts in the additional drying circuit. |
Е3 F3 |
Water supply error: the washing chamber does not fill with water within the allotted period of time |
the water supply to the Bosch dishwasher is cut off; the water supply valve is not fully open; weak water pressure in the water supply or no water at all; the strainer in front of the inlet valve is clogged with lime deposits; The inlet hose is kinked or clogged. |
water supply valve; level sensor (pressostat); broken wiring in the area from the control module to the fill valve or level sensor; elements of the control unit in the filler valve or pressure switch circuit have burned out. |
Е4 F4 |
Flow sensor error |
the spray nozzles are clogged, clean them with a toothpick; the dishes are blocking the rotation of the spray arm, arrange the dishes correctly. |
the flow sensor is clogged or faulty; control module (flow sensor circuit); contacts or wiring in the area from the sensor to the control unit. |
Е05 | Error in water flow distributor (actuator) | control board failure, unplug the machine for 10-15 minutes, then turn it on again. |
actuator; radioelements in the actuator circuit in the power control module (the control triac often lights up). |
Е5 F5 |
Overflow error | control board failure, unplug the machine for 10-15 minutes, then turn it on again. |
water level sensor; water supply valve; pressure switch circuit in the electronic controller; contacts, wiring in the level sensor circuit. |
Е06 |
Door closing sensor error: no closing signal is received. |
the door is not closed tightly, open the Bosch dishwasher door and close it again; control unit failure, reboot the dishwasher by unplugging it for 10-15 minutes. |
door closing sensor; mechanical damage to the door lock; control board in the door closing sensor circuit (usually the control triac burns out); wiring, contacts in the area from the sensor to the block. management. |
Е6 F6 |
Error in the sensor that monitors contamination, turbidity and water hardness. |
The chamber of the Bosch dishwasher is very dirty and needs cleaning. |
turbidity sensor; control module (radioelements in the sensor circuit burn); wiring or contacts from the turbidity sensor to the electronic controller (control module). |
Е07 | Drying fan error | one-time electronics failure: try unplugging the dishwasher and plugging it back in. |
fan sensor; fan; elements in the fan control circuit on the board (electronic controller). contacts or wiring in the area from the board to the fan. |
Е7 F7 |
Dishwasher drain clogged |
The dishwasher filters are clogged and need to be cleaned; the dishes are placed incorrectly, this prevents draining; there is a blockage in the sewer, call a plumber or clean it yourself; one-time failure of the control unit. |
clog in the drain hose; clog in the drain pump; blockage in the pipes. |
Е08 Е8 F8 |
No heating due to low water level in the tank |
the drain is not connected correctly, so the water flows into the sewer by gravity, raise the drain hose higher; For other reasons, see error E3. |
For possible malfunctions, see the description of error E3. |
Е09 Е9 F9 |
Open circuit in the heating element circuit |
one-time failure of the control module, disconnect the washing machine from the network, then turn it on again. |
a heating element; control unit (in the heating circuit); temperature sensor; wiring or contacts in the heater circuit. |
Е10 F10 |
Dish drying error due to a problem with the heating circuit. |
perhaps a thick layer of lime deposits has accumulated on the heating element, run a Bosch dishwasher with citric acid to clean the heater; a one-time “glitch” of the control module, disconnect the dishwasher from the network, and turn it on again after 5-10 minutes. |
See description of errors E03 and E07. |
Е11 F11 |
Temperature sensor error: there is no communication between the control unit and the temperature sensor or the sensor shows incorrect data. |
Unplug the Bosch dishwasher and turn it on again after 10-15 minutes. |
temperature sensor; damage to sensor contacts or wiring; The control unit in the temperature sensor circuit is faulty. |
Е12 F12 |
Problems with drying dishes |
a one-time “glitch” of the control board, unplug the plug from the socket, and after 10-15 minutes insert it again. | limescale deposits on the heating element must be cleaned with special means. |
Е13 F13 |
The water entering the machine is too hot, above 75°C. |
The dishwasher is connected to hot water, connect it to cold water; one-time failure of the control unit, reboot the Bosch dishwasher by disconnecting the power and turning it on again. |
temperature sensor (thermistor); damage to sensor contacts or wiring; The control unit in the thermistor circuit is faulty. |
Е14 F14 |
Water flow sensor error |
low pressure in the water supply or, conversely, excessive pressure; Unplug the dishwasher from the network, then plug it back in, it may have been a one-time failure. |
flow sensor; wiring, sensor contacts; water supply valve; electronic controller (board). |
Е15 F15 |
Leakage sensor triggered |
leakage in the communications surrounding the dishwasher; clogged filters; use of Fairy-type products for manual dishwashing; low-quality detergents; excess powder; adding water from the sewer. |
connections inside the dishwasher are leaking; leakage in the drain hose; leakage of the pan seal in the washing tank; corrosion and leakage of the washing tank (for dishwashers over 10 years old); the door seal is leaking; the salt tank or heat exchanger is cracked; Control block; Aquastop sensor |
Е16 F16 |
Error in water intake; Bosch dishwasher spontaneously fills with water even when turned off. |
excess foam due to low-quality detergents or detergents not intended for dishwashing or incorrect dosage (if the error comes on while washing dishes); control module, turn off the dishwasher for 10-15 minutes, then turn it on again. |
water supply valve; water level sensor. |
Е17 F17 |
Overflow error |
unplug the plug from the socket for 10-15 minutes, then plug it back in; there may have been a water hammer in the water supply; Water supply pressure is too high: partially turn off the water supply using the shut-off valve and contact a plumber. |
water supply inlet valve; pressure switch (level sensor). |
Е18 F18 |
The water level in the dishwasher tank is too low |
low water pressure in the water supply; one-time failure of the control module; For other reasons, see errors E3 and E14. |
water supply valve; For other reasons, see the description of codes E3 and E14. |
Е19 F19 |
Recirculation valve error in heat exchanger | one-time failure of the control board. | recirculation valve. |
Е20 F20 |
Circulation pump error | turn off the Bosch dishwasher from the network, then turn it on again, there may have been a one-time “glitch”. |
circulation pump starting capacitor; circulation pump; the pump is blocked by foreign objects; wiring, contacts in the area from the power board to the circulation pump. control module. |
Е21 F21 |
Blockage in the circulation pump |
low water pressure in the water supply; one-time failure of the control module, turn off the machine from the network, then turn it on again; For other reasons, see the description of code E20. The error may also occur due to low water pressure. For possible reasons, see the description of the E3 code. |
impeller-sprinkler jammed; circulation pump; For other reasons, see the description of error E20. |
Е22 F22 |
Blockage in the drain tract |
The drain filter is clogged and needs to be cleaned; Incorrect drain connection, see the installation instructions for your dishwasher. |
clog in the drain hose; blockage in the pump; drain pump; pressure switch; wiring, contacts in the drain pump or pressure switch circuit; control unit (drain pump circuit). |
Е23 F23 |
Drain pump error | one-time failure of the control module, unplug the dishwasher from the outlet, wait 10-15 minutes and turn it on again. |
the drain pump is faulty; the drain pump is clogged or blocked; control unit in the pump circuit; contacts, wiring in the pump circuit. |
Е24 F24 |
Drain error |
clogged machine filters; one-time failure of the control board, unplug the dishwasher from the outlet, and then turn it on again; The drain hose is kinked or crushed. |
drain pump; blockage in the drainage path; circulation pump; blockage in the circulation pump; Control block. |
Е25 F25 |
Problems draining water |
The drain filter is clogged and needs to be cleaned; Incorrect drain connection, see the installation instructions for your dishwasher. |
clog in the drain hose; clog in the drain pump; breakdown of the drain pump; pressure switch; wiring, contacts in the drain pump or pressure switch circuit; control unit (drain pump circuit). |
Е26 F26 |
Error in water flow distributor (actuator) | See error E05. | See error E05. |
Е27 F27 |
Low voltage in the electrical network | install a relay or voltage stabilizer. | control module. |
Е28 F28 |
Error in water turbidity sensor (aquasensor) | See description of error E6. | See description of error E6. |
Е30 F30 |
High voltage in the network | install a voltage stabilizer or relay. | control board. |