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Bauknecht • Central Diagnostic Dictionary

145 Verified Codes in Database

Bauknecht Error Codes & Diagnostics

Access our premium database of error codes, common faults, and professional repair solutions for Bauknecht appliances.

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CodeAppliancesFault / DiagnosticsRepair InstructionsAction

A1

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Bauknecht ProFresh & Dynamic0° Total NoFrost Refrigerator: High temperature warning A1; freezer compartment temperature has risen above -9°C (15°F), alerting user of thermal compromise.

On Bauknecht refrigerators (Bauknecht Zen Motor Direct Drive brushless BLDC and L1373 / DEA700 power control architecture): Door left open, damaged magnetic perimeter gasket, excessive quantity of warm fresh groceries introduced, or early refrigerant leak.

Ensure freezer door seals completely. Inspect magnetic gasket with paper slip test. Press Alarm Reset button to mute buzzer. Allow 6 to 12 hours for cool-down. Hold Alarm Reset button for 3 seconds until alarm indicator turns off and evaporator fan resumes normal cycle.

A2

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Bauknecht ProFresh & Dynamic0° Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Critical high temperature alarm A2 indicates food danger; freezer temperature climbed above -1°C, risking thawing of frozen perishables.

On Bauknecht refrigerators (Bauknecht Zen Motor Direct Drive brushless BLDC and L1373 / DEA700 power control architecture): Long power outage, catastrophic refrigeration circuit leak (R600a), seized compressor, or broken evaporator fan motor.

Do not refreeze thawed perishables. Check if compressor and evaporator fan are running. Press alarm silence button to dismiss code and restore cooling. Hold Alarm Reset button for 3 seconds until alarm indicator turns off and evaporator fan resumes normal cycle.

AL01

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Bauknecht ProFresh & Dynamic0° Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Fresh food compartment evaporator NTC thermistor sensor fault AL01; circuit reading out of calibrated limits.

On Bauknecht refrigerators (Bauknecht Zen Motor Direct Drive brushless BLDC and L1373 / DEA700 power control architecture): Water ingress into thermal sensor epoxy potting, fractured copper leads behind liner, or corrosion on terminal pin J1.

Unplug unit. Access sensor behind rear baffle. Measure NTC resistance: nominal ~2.7 kΩ at 25°C, ~7.8 kΩ at 4°C, ~16 kΩ at 0°C. Replace sensor probe. Hold Alarm Reset button for 3 seconds until alarm indicator turns off and evaporator fan resumes normal cycle.

AL02

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Bauknecht ProFresh & Dynamic0° Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Freezer evaporator defrost termination NTC sensor fault AL02; controller unable to detect coil temperature.

On Bauknecht refrigerators (Bauknecht Zen Motor Direct Drive brushless BLDC and L1373 / DEA700 power control architecture): Thermal shock degradation, moisture saturation inside sensor jacket during defrost cycles, or severed clip-on lead.

Disconnect power. Remove freezer evaporator cover. Check NTC resistance: ~2.7 kΩ at 25°C, ~16 kΩ at 0°C, ~32 kΩ at -18°C. Replace clip-on defrost sensor. Hold Alarm Reset button for 3 seconds until alarm indicator turns off and evaporator fan resumes normal cycle.

AL03

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Bauknecht ProFresh & Dynamic0° Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Freezer compartment air ambient temperature sensor fault AL03; compressor runs continuously in emergency mode.

On Bauknecht refrigerators (Bauknecht Zen Motor Direct Drive brushless BLDC and L1373 / DEA700 power control architecture): Open circuit or shorted NTC thermistor bead, damaged wiring behind rear freezer wall, or main board ADC port defect.

Isolate electrical supply. Measure air probe resistance across main PCB connector: ~32 kΩ at -18°C, ~16 kΩ at 0°C. If open/short, replace sensor. Hold Alarm Reset button for 3 seconds until alarm indicator turns off and evaporator fan resumes normal cycle.

BDD

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Bauknecht SuperEco & GentlePower Zen Motor Direct Drive Washing Machine: Drum doors open during cycle BDD; top-loader drum flaps opened or unlatched during wash tumble motion.

On Bauknecht top-loading washing machines: Mechanical flap spring lock failure, laundry item snagged between gates, or drum positioning sensor mismatch.

Isolate power. Manually rotate drum until flaps face top opening. Check catch springs for positive latch tension. Ensure no laundry pinches the latch. Turn selector to Drain/Spin, press Start/Pause button 4 times within 5 seconds to clear fault, or hold Reset for 3s.

C

Refrigerator / Freezer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

On Bauknecht Refrigerator: Freezer/Fridge Compartment Sensor Fault

On Bauknecht Refrigerator: Indicates a fault with one of the temperature sensors, often displayed as a flashing 'C'.

On Bauknecht Refrigerator: Determine which compartment is not cooling correctly to identify the likely faulty sensor. Replacement of the sensor is usually required.

C81

Hob / Cooktop

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Bauknecht TotalFlexi & FlexiCook Induction Cooktop: Touch control panel thermal warning C81; temperature sensor beneath front glass panel senses heat exceeding 75°C.

On Bauknecht cooktops: Hot pan shifted or placed onto front touch sensor glass area, or heat radiating from large griddle pan overlapping controls.

Immediately move hot cookware away from front glass control area. Leave hob off for 5–10 minutes until sensor cools below 60°C. Disconnect circuit breaker for 2 minutes to recalibrate capacitive touch sensors, then restore power.

C82

Hob / Cooktop

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Bauknecht TotalFlexi & FlexiCook Induction Cooktop: Electronic power module thermal overload C82; heatsink temperature reaches 90°C during extended multi-zone booster operation.

On Bauknecht cooktops: Inadequate cabinet ventilation below cooktop base, clogged cooling fan intake vents, or high ambient kitchen temperature.

Allow zones to operate at reduced power levels. Ensure intake fan underneath chassis has unhindered fresh air supply. Clean chassis dust filters. Disconnect circuit breaker for 2 minutes to recalibrate capacitive touch sensors, then restore power.

C83

Hob / Cooktop

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Bauknecht TotalFlexi & FlexiCook Induction Cooktop: Mains supply undervoltage trip C83; inverter filter bridge senses line voltage dipping below 170V during heavy induction draw.

On Bauknecht cooktops: Undersized electrical feeder cables from consumer unit, loose neutral clamp in distribution box, or high grid load.

Check electrical feeder wire gauge (minimum 2.5 mm² for 16A, 4.0 mm² for 32A). Tighten terminal connections in junction box and measure voltage drop under load. Disconnect circuit breaker for 2 minutes to recalibrate capacitive touch sensors, then restore power.

C84

Hob / Cooktop

General System & Mechanical Integration

Bauknecht TotalFlexi & FlexiCook Induction Cooktop: Mains overvoltage detected across filter stage C84; line voltage surge protective circuit trips above 275V RMS.

On Bauknecht cooktops: Open neutral conductor on 400V 3-phase supply causing floating phase voltage, or lightning grid transient surge.

Isolate cooktop immediately to protect electronics. Measure phase-to-neutral voltage with true-RMS meter (must not exceed 250V AC). Verify solid Neutral bond. Disconnect circuit breaker for 2 minutes to recalibrate capacitive touch sensors, then restore power.

C85

Hob / Cooktop

General System & Mechanical Integration

Bauknecht TotalFlexi & FlexiCook Induction Cooktop: Incompatible cookware detected by induction coil sensing C85; pan ferromagnetic property insufficient for stable resonance.

On Bauknecht cooktops: Warped pan base with air gap over glass, pan diameter too small (< 100mm for selected zone), or composite non-magnetic base alloy.

Use heavy-gauge flat-bottomed induction-rated cookware. Verify magnet strongly attaches to entire base surface. Center pan over matching zone diameter ring. Disconnect circuit breaker for 2 minutes to recalibrate capacitive touch sensors, then restore power.

CE

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Bauknecht ProFresh & Dynamic0° Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Communication error CE between console display circuit board and main refrigerator control module.

On Bauknecht refrigerators (Bauknecht Zen Motor Direct Drive brushless BLDC and L1373 / DEA700 power control architecture): Broken serial data wire in door harness, intermittent 5V DC power feed from power supply, or electromagnetic interference on bus.

Disconnect mains power for 60 seconds. Inspect wiring through door hinge. Check 5V DC rail at display connector. Replace damaged interconnect harness. Hold Alarm Reset button for 3 seconds until alarm indicator turns off and evaporator fan resumes normal cycle.

CF

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Bauknecht ProFresh & Dynamic0° Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Serial communication failure CF between user interface display panel and main power control module.

On Bauknecht refrigerators (Bauknecht Zen Motor Direct Drive brushless BLDC and L1373 / DEA700 power control architecture): Severed or pinched door hinge ribbon wiring harness, oxidised molex pins, or corrupted display controller firmware.

Disconnect mains power. Inspect door hinge wiring harness for broken wires. Test 5V/12V DC bus supply voltage from main board. Replace damaged harness. Hold Alarm Reset button for 3 seconds until alarm indicator turns off and evaporator fan resumes normal cycle.

dE

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Bauknecht ProFresh & Dynamic0° Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Defrost circuit failure dE; electric heating element failed to warm evaporator coil sufficiently during scheduled defrost cycle.

On Bauknecht refrigerators (Bauknecht Zen Motor Direct Drive brushless BLDC and L1373 / DEA700 power control architecture): Open-circuit calrod heating element (~160 Ω to 260 Ω), blown in-line thermal fuse (72°C), or stuck defrost relay contacts on PCB.

Disconnect mains. Remove freezer evaporator cover. Measure defrost heater resistance (~160–260 Ω) and thermal fuse continuity (<1 Ω). Replace defective component. Hold Alarm Reset button for 3 seconds until alarm indicator turns off and evaporator fan resumes normal cycle.

E1

Dishwasher

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Bauknecht PowerClean & GentlePower MaxiSpace Pro Dishwasher: Electronic temperature sensing disconnect E1; microcomputer detects sensor resistance above open-circuit limit (> 200 kΩ).

On Bauknecht dishwashers: Wire fractured in door hinge flex loom, corroded terminals on sump NTC probe, or broken sensor internal connection.

Test wiring harness continuity from control board to NTC probe terminals. Measure NTC thermistor resistance (nominal ~48 kΩ at 25°C). Repair broken wiring loom. Hold Reset/Cancel button for 3 seconds until drain pump evacuates water and LED displays '0:01'.

E2

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Bauknecht PowerClean & GentlePower MaxiSpace Pro Dishwasher: AquaStop base pan float switch closed E2; emergency drain activated to prevent residential water flooding.

On Bauknecht dishwashers: Sump seal failure, loose hose clamp on circulation pump volute, split water matrix air-break, or leaking door lower gasket.

Unplug unit. Sponge dry base tray. Inspect circulation motor and sump gaskets for active drips. Replace defective hydraulic joint or hose. Hold Reset/Cancel button for 3 seconds until drain pump evacuates water and LED displays '0:01'.

E3

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Bauknecht PowerClean & GentlePower MaxiSpace Pro Dishwasher: Wash heating circuit open error E3; current transformer or thermal monitor detects zero watt heating draw during heat step.

On Bauknecht dishwashers: Blown thermal fuse embedded in heater tube terminal, burnt PCB solder joint on heating relay, or disconnected wiring harness.

Measure heating element terminal resistance (nominal 24–29 Ω). Verify continuity of inline safety cutouts (0 Ω). Inspect power board for scorched relay solder pins. Hold Reset/Cancel button for 3 seconds until drain pump evacuates water and LED displays '0:01'.

E4

Dishwasher

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Bauknecht PowerClean & GentlePower MaxiSpace Pro Dishwasher: Drain evacuation timeout E4; sump pressure switch or virtual sensor indicates tub holds water past 240 seconds drain attempt.

On Bauknecht dishwashers: Clogged sink spigot connection, kinked discharge pipe, foreign object jamming synchronous drain impeller, or worn magnetic motor rotor.

Clean sink drain barb. Unclip drain hose and test flow into bucket. Remove debris around drain pump impeller. Measure motor coil resistance (160–185 Ω). Hold Reset/Cancel button for 3 seconds until drain pump evacuates water and LED displays '0:01'.

E5

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Bauknecht PowerClean & GentlePower MaxiSpace Pro Dishwasher: Circulation pump speed feedback discrepancy E5; inverter drive senses tachometric deviation or stalled impeller.

On Bauknecht dishwashers: Mineral scale buildup seizing pump shaft graphite bearings, or disconnected 3-phase BLDC motor harness connector.

Spin pump rotor manually to verify free rotation. Measure winding resistance across motor phases (symmetrical ~45–60 Ω). Check inverter voltage outputs. Hold Reset/Cancel button for 3 seconds until drain pump evacuates water and LED displays '0:01'.

E6

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Bauknecht PowerClean & GentlePower MaxiSpace Pro Dishwasher: Slow water fill sequence E6; flowmeter counts insufficient volumetric intake within the allotted 5-minute fill window.

On Bauknecht dishwashers: Partially closed isolation valve, partially blocked inlet hose mesh screen, or low domestic municipal water supply pressure.

Verify water tap delivers at least 2.5 L/min dynamically. Remove inlet hose nut and clean cone filter screen. Replace solenoid inlet valve if flow restricted. Hold Reset/Cancel button for 3 seconds until drain pump evacuates water and LED displays '0:01'.

E7

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Bauknecht PowerClean & GentlePower MaxiSpace Pro Dishwasher: Flow sensor open circuit error E7; control board detects broken circuit to water flowmeter reed switch board.

On Bauknecht dishwashers: Corroded copper tracks or broken wire on 2-pin connector of the water matrix air break flowmeter PCB.

Inspect 2-pin wire harness between power board and flowmeter PCB. Check reed switch continuity while spinning turbine with magnet. Replace reed board. Hold Reset/Cancel button for 3 seconds until drain pump evacuates water and LED displays '0:01'.

E8

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Bauknecht PowerClean & GentlePower MaxiSpace Pro Dishwasher: Motorized water diverter valve positioning timeout E8; disc failed to reach selected spray level within 30 seconds.

On Bauknecht dishwashers: Stripped internal gear teeth inside MDV gearbox, seized motor rotor, or oxidized microswitch contact on MDV feedback wheel.

Inspect MDV motor housing beneath sump. Measure synchronous motor coil resistance (nominal 6.0–7.5 kΩ). Check microswitch continuity (< 1 Ω closed). Hold Reset/Cancel button for 3 seconds until drain pump evacuates water and LED displays '0:01'.

E9

Dishwasher

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Bauknecht PowerClean & GentlePower MaxiSpace Pro Dishwasher: Overfill chamber safety trip E9; water pressure transducer senses water level beyond maximum safety mark during fill.

On Bauknecht dishwashers: Short-circuited triac feeding constant 230V to inlet solenoid valve, or mineral sediment preventing valve armature closure.

Isolate mains power immediately. Check if water continues filling tub unpowered (valve mechanically failed). If stops, replace shorted power board. Hold Reset/Cancel button for 3 seconds until drain pump evacuates water and LED displays '0:01'.

F01

Tumble Dryer

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Bauknecht SuperEco & PremiumCare Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Drum drive motor relay or triac failure F01; power PCB detects uncommanded drum rotation or shorted motor driver.

On Bauknecht tumble dryers (Bauknecht Zen Motor Direct Drive brushless BLDC and L1373 / DEA700 power control architecture): Welded motor start relay contacts on control board, or short-circuited motor triac semiconductor.

Disconnect mains power. Measure resistance across motor driver triac terminals (short = 0 Ω). Inspect power board for scorched relay pads. Rotate selector dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times.

F01

Hob / Cooktop

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Bauknecht TotalFlexi & FlexiCook Induction Cooktop: Induction power module bus disconnection F01; touch display board fails to establish LIN bus communication with induction generator.

On Bauknecht cooktops (Bauknecht Zen Motor Direct Drive brushless BLDC and L1373 / DEA700 power control architecture): Loose ribbon bus cable between touch sensor and filter module, blown low-voltage fuse on generator PCB, or power surge.

Isolate mains breaker. Open chassis housing and verify multi-pin ribbon cables between UI and generator boards. Measure 12V DC logic power rail. Disconnect circuit breaker for 2 minutes to recalibrate capacitive touch sensors, then restore power.

F01

Oven / Microwave

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Bauknecht Collection 09 & GentleSteam Pyrolytic Oven: Cavity temperature sensor probe open circuit F01; electronic controller reads infinite resistance across PT1000/NTC probe.

On Bauknecht ovens (Bauknecht Zen Motor Direct Drive brushless BLDC and L1373 / DEA700 power control architecture): Fractured platinum wire element inside metal stem, burned probe connector on rear casing, or rodent damage to insulation.

Isolate electrical supply. Remove rear cover panel. Measure sensor probe resistance: nominal ~1078 Ω at 20°C (PT1000) or ~540 Ω at 20°C (PT500). Replace probe. Turn selector knob to 0, isolate power supply breaker for 60 seconds, then set time on digital clock.

F01

Washing Machine

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Bauknecht SuperEco & GentlePower Zen Motor Direct Drive Washing Machine: Water fill timeout fault F01; electronic control board registers failure to reach minimum wash water level within 6 minutes.

On Bauknecht washers (Bauknecht Zen Motor Direct Drive brushless BLDC and L1373 / DEA700 power control architecture): Closed inlet tap, blocked inlet valve mesh filter, defective solenoid coil, or failed analog pressure switch signal.

Verify dynamic water supply pressure (min 1.0 bar). Measure inlet valve solenoid coil resistance (nominal 3.5–4.5 kΩ). Check pressure hose. Turn selector to Drain/Spin, press Start/Pause button 4 times within 5 seconds to clear fault, or hold Reset for 3s.

F1

Dishwasher

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Bauknecht PowerClean & GentlePower MaxiSpace Pro Dishwasher: Wash water temperature sensor out of bounds F1; NTC thermistor reading open or shorted to sump chassis.

On Bauknecht dishwashers (Bauknecht Zen Motor Direct Drive brushless BLDC and L1373 / DEA700 power control architecture): Defective NTC sensor pellet inside OWI assembly, lime scale coating probe body, or wiring harness disconnect.

Measure NTC thermistor resistance at OWI connector: nominal ~48 kΩ at 25°C (~22 kΩ at 40°C, ~10 kΩ at 60°C). Replace OWI sensor if out of specification. Hold Reset/Cancel button for 3 seconds until drain pump evacuates water and LED displays '0:01'.

F1

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Bauknecht ProFresh & Dynamic0° Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Freezer chamber temperature thermistor sensor error F1; digital display flashes temperature indicator or alarm beacon.

On Bauknecht refrigerators (Bauknecht Zen Motor Direct Drive brushless BLDC and L1373 / DEA700 power control architecture): Defective NTC sensor element in freezer cavity, broken wiring in back wall, or degraded terminal block pin contact.

Disconnect mains power. Measure freezer NTC probe resistance: nominal ~32 kΩ at -18°C, ~16 kΩ at 0°C, ~2.7 kΩ at 25°C. Replace sensor probe. Hold Alarm Reset button for 3 seconds until alarm indicator turns off and evaporator fan resumes normal cycle.

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E1 E2 E3 E4 E5 E6 E7 E8 E9 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 F13 F14 F15 FA FB FC FE

Washing Machine16

BDD F16 F18 F26 F27 F28 F29 F35 F6 E4 F8 E1 FDL FDU FH FOD H SUD

Tumble Dryer14

F01 F02 F03 F04 F05 F06 F07 F08 F09 F20 F21 F22 F23 F24

Oven / Microwave5

F1E F2E F3E F6E STOP

Hob / Cooktop12

C81 C82 C83 C84 C85 F25 F36 F37 F40 F42 F43 F47

Refrigerator / Freezer10

A1 A2 AL01 AL02 AL03 C CE CF dE PO

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