In order for the Bosch washing machine to serve for a long time, it is necessary to notice malfunctions in time and eliminate them in a timely manner. Modern Bosch washing machines are equipped with a digital or analog display for user convenience, as well as for quickly displaying a breakdown in the form of a code. Below, we are providing the main error codes for Bosch washing machines, with explanations and repair recommendations.
F01 – Water intake timeout (Faulty Aquastop)
Solution:
- Make sure that the laundry is not interfering with the door closing.
F02-Heating timeout
Solution:
- Check if the water tap in the washing machine is open.
- Make sure that the water is not turned off and is running at high pressure.
- Remove the blockage in the water supply hose.
F03-Draining timeout
The error occurs if the washing machine does not drain the water within 10 minutes.
Solution:
- Make sure there is no blockage in the hose.
- Check the function of the drain pump and electronic controller.
F04-Motor fault (No tacho signal)
Solution:
- Check the tightness of the connections and find the source of the leak.
F16-Washing machine door not closed
Solution:
- Close the door tightly and restart the program.
F17-Water does not flow into the washing machine
- the tap for water supply was broken;
- clogged water inlet filter;
- insufficient pressure when entering water.
Solution:
- Make sure the water inlet tap is open.
- Try restarting the program.
F18-Pump/ Drain time-out
- Water does not drain for too long
- the drain pump is out of order;
- the required level has not been reached;
- the pressure switch is blocked;
- faulty water level sensor
Solution:
- Try to clean the drain pump.
F34-Door lock
Solution:
- The lock does not block in the door
- the door gasket is not elastic.
F44-There is no rotation in the opposite direction.
Solution:
- Run the test program.
- Check the module.
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