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Miele Dishwasher F26 Error Code
Boil-dry protection tripped on Miele dishwashers.
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Miele labels F26 as boiling protection, a technical fault in the heating side of the machine.
Compatible models
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Also shown as
No other codes are listed for this fault.
Difficulty
Try the basic checks, but the usual fix is a technician's job.
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How to fix Miele F26
Switch off and leave it
Turn the dishwasher off. There's no homeowner step for this code, and running it again won't help.
When to call a technician
Book a Miele technician. Boiling protection is part of the heating system and needs checking inside the machine.
Parts linked to F26
These are the parts most often behind this code. Tap one to see what it does and the signs it is failing.
- heating element
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Frequently asked questions
Which Miele models show the F26 code?
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Can I fix Miele F26 myself?
Only the basic checks. You can safely try the steps above, but F26 usually points to a part or fault that needs a technician.
Other Miele dishwasher codes
- F11Water left in the wash cabinet (drain fault)
- Drain indicator flashingDrain light flashing, program stopped
- F12 / F13 / F15Water inlet blocked or restricted
- Water inlet fault / Water intake light flashingNot enough water coming in
- F14Circulation pump stuck or water level fault
- F78Circulation pump blocked
- F70Waterproof system triggered (leak)
- F1 / F2Water temperature sensor fault
- F18Water intake valve defective
- F19Flow meter fault
- F24Heating relay fault
- F25Target temperature not reached
Last reviewed 2026-10-19. Codes and steps can vary by model; check your owner's manual.