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Hotpoint • Central Diagnostic Dictionary

139 Verified Codes in Database

Hotpoint Error Codes & Diagnostics

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

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CodeAppliancesFault / DiagnosticsRepair InstructionsAction

F02

Tumble Dryer

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Heat Pump Dryer: Drum drive motor stalled or thermal protector tripped F02; motor winding overheats and internal bimetallic klixon opens.

On Hotpoint tumble dryers: Seized drum support rollers, broken idler pulley bearing, defective motor run capacitor (10–16 µF), or jammed blower fan wheel.

Rotate drum by hand to check for mechanical binding. Test motor run capacitor with capacitance meter (10–16 µF). Check motor winding resistance (20–35 Ω). Press and hold Power button for 5 seconds, remove lint from filter screen, and restore main power.

F02

Hob / Cooktop

General System & Mechanical Integration

Hotpoint Active Induction & CleanProtect Cooktop: Touch control surface overheating or liquid spill detected F02; capacitive keys automatically lock to prevent uncommanded activation.

On Hotpoint cooktops: Hot pan base placed directly onto front touch glass console, boiling pot overflowing saline water, or high ambient cabinet temperature.

Remove all cookware from touch glass area immediately. Wipe surface dry with clean microfiber towel. Allow 10 minutes to cool before restoring power. Disconnect mains power for 90 seconds, ensure no cookware rests on sensors, then re-apply power.

F02

Oven / Microwave

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Hotpoint Class 9 & Class 7 Multifunction Pyrolytic Oven: Tangential cooling fan tachometer signal missing F02; safety interlock shuts off heating elements to prevent console overheating.

On Hotpoint ovens: Seized sleeve bearings in cross-flow cooling blower, loose Hall sensor PCB on motor bracket, or blocked upper air discharge flue.

Spin cross-flow fan drum by hand for mechanical freedom. Measure fan motor winding resistance (nominal 180–280 Ω). Verify 5V DC and pulse signal on Hall pins. Turn selector to Off, isolate cooker circuit breaker for 2 minutes to reset power relays, then restore supply.

F02

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Ultima Washing Machine: AquaStop safety base leak F02; safety float switch in base tray activated or drive motor triac short-circuit detected.

On Hotpoint washing appliances: Internal water leakage from tub gasket, dispenser hose, or drain bellows, tripping the polystyrene base float switch.

Isolate electrical supply. Remove rear panel and dry base tray. Inspect door boot seal and hose clamps for water leaks. Test float switch continuity (0 Ω closed). Turn cycle knob to 12 o'clock, hold Cancel/Reset for 3 seconds, and power cycle mains switch for 60 seconds.

F2

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Hotpoint ActiveCare & MaxiSpace 3D Zone Wash Dishwasher: AquaStop base tray leak detected F2; flood safety float microswitch activated and drain pump forced into continuous evacuation.

On Hotpoint dishwashers: Hydraulic water leak from circulation pump shaft seal, sump gasket O-ring, water inlet fill hose, or tub perforation.

Disconnect electricity. Remove plinth kickplate and absorb water in base pan. Locate dripping joint with dry towel. Replace defective seal or circulation pump. Press and hold Start/Cancel for 4 seconds until the active program cancels and completes drain cycle.

F2

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Hotpoint Active Oxygen & Total NoFrost Day1 Refrigerator: Evaporator defrost sensor circuit error F2; automatic NoFrost defrost cycle interrupted or fails to execute properly.

On Hotpoint refrigerators (Hotpoint ActiveCare stain-removal inverter drive and Arcadia 3 / DEA700 power management platform): Open circuit or shorted defrost NTC on evaporator coil, moisture ingress inside heat-shrink seal, or oxidized plug contacts.

Disconnect power. Dismantle freezer inner rear backplate. Inspect defrost NTC sensor (~2.7 kΩ at 25°C, ~16 kΩ at 0°C). Replace defrost sensor assembly. Press the Alarm Mute / Reset button for 3 seconds to clear temperature warning and reset internal chime.

F2E

Oven / Microwave

General System & Mechanical Integration

Hotpoint Class 9 & Class 7 Multifunction Pyrolytic Oven: Capacitive touch interface key stuck active F2E; console registers continuous button press exceeding 30 seconds threshold.

On Hotpoint ovens: Grease film or liquid spills over capacitive touch area, excessive mechanical pressure against front glass panel, or damaged sensor electrode.

Wipe glass fascia dry with clean microfiber towel and glass cleaner. Ensure no objects lean against touch area. Power cycle unit to recalibrate touch baseline. Turn selector to Off, isolate cooker circuit breaker for 2 minutes to reset power relays, then restore supply.

F03

Tumble Dryer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Heat Pump Dryer: Front air duct NTC thermistor fault F03; process air temperature sensor signal detected open or shorted to chassis.

On Hotpoint tumble dryers: Lint accumulation insulating the NTC thermistor probe, fractured wiring lead behind front bulkhead, or internal sensor pellet failure.

Remove lint filter and vacuum NTC probe housing. Measure NTC resistance at terminals: nominal ~12 kΩ at 20°C (~4.8 kΩ at 25°C). Replace sensor if out of range. Press and hold Power button for 5 seconds, remove lint from filter screen, and restore main power.

F03

Hob / Cooktop

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Hotpoint Active Induction & CleanProtect Cooktop: Induction power module heatsink NTC temperature sensor fault F03; thermistor circuit detected open or shorted to ground.

On Hotpoint cooktops: Thermal paste drying out on aluminum heatsink thermistor, fractured surface-mount NTC sensor, or disconnected sensor plug on PCB.

Open bottom chassis. Measure heatsink NTC thermistor resistance (nominal ~10 kΩ at 25°C, or ~100 kΩ depending on board version). Renew thermal grease. Disconnect mains power for 90 seconds, ensure no cookware rests on sensors, then re-apply power.

F03

Oven / Microwave

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Hotpoint Class 9 & Class 7 Multifunction Pyrolytic Oven: Control board EEPROM calibration checksum error F03; oven parameters fail integrity check and lock heating programs.

On Hotpoint ovens: Mains power cut during pyrolytic cycle cooling phase, electrical noise transient, or aging flash memory cells.

Turn selector to 0. Isolate circuit breaker for 5 minutes. Restore power and reset clock. If error returns, reflash configuration or replace main PCB. Turn selector to Off, isolate cooker circuit breaker for 2 minutes to reset power relays, then restore supply.

F03

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Ultima Washing Machine: Water drainage timeout error F03; drain pump fails to evacuate drum wash water within 4 minutes.

On Hotpoint washers: Sump filter clogged with debris, drain hose kinked or siphon blocked, or drain pump motor winding open circuit.

Unscrew and clean front coin trap filter. Measure synchronous drain pump winding resistance (nominal 160–185 Ω) or BLDC winding (30–45 Ω). Check 230V AC supply. Turn cycle knob to 12 o'clock, hold Cancel/Reset for 3 seconds, and power cycle mains switch for 60 seconds.

F3

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Hotpoint ActiveCare & MaxiSpace 3D Zone Wash Dishwasher: Wash heating system failure F3; wash water does not achieve target temperature within 25 minutes of heating phase.

On Hotpoint dishwashers: Open-circuit tubular flow-through heating element, burnt PCB heater relay contacts, or tripped thermal safety limit cutouts.

Measure flow-through heater resistance (nominal 24–29 Ω, ~2040W). Check thermal cutouts on heater housing (0 Ω continuity). Verify 230V AC output from PCB relay. Press and hold Start/Cancel for 4 seconds until the active program cancels and completes drain cycle.

F3

Refrigerator / Freezer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Hotpoint Active Oxygen & Total NoFrost Day1 Refrigerator: Ambient room temperature sensor error F3; appliance cannot compensate refrigeration cycle for climate class variations.

On Hotpoint refrigerators (Hotpoint ActiveCare stain-removal inverter drive and Arcadia 3 / DEA700 power management platform): Open circuit or damaged NTC mounted on control console, fractured PCB track, or extreme room temperature (<10°C / >43°C).

Check ambient room temperature (must be 16°C–38°C for SN/T class). Measure ambient NTC sensor resistance on user interface PCB (~2.7 kΩ at 25°C). Replace board. Press the Alarm Mute / Reset button for 3 seconds to clear temperature warning and reset internal chime.

F3E

Oven / Microwave

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Hotpoint Class 9 & Class 7 Multifunction Pyrolytic Oven: Cavity NTC thermistor reading out of calibration range F3E; measured temperature deviates from model reference curve.

On Hotpoint ovens: Thermal aging and ceramic crystal degradation of NTC pellet caused by prolonged 280°C pyrolytic cleaning cycles.

Test sensor probe resistance across varying temperatures: ~1078 Ω at 20°C (rising to ~1385 Ω at 100°C for PT1000). Replace probe if non-linear. Turn selector to Off, isolate cooker circuit breaker for 2 minutes to reset power relays, then restore supply.

F04

Tumble Dryer

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Heat Pump Dryer: Condensate evacuation pump failure F04; water collector sump float switch triggers full warning with tank unseated or pump stalled.

On Hotpoint tumble dryers: Sludge and wet lint choking lower pump sump, jammed impeller, broken delivery hose, or open condensate pump coil.

Access lower rear pump housing. Flush condensate collection sump with warm water. Measure pump motor winding resistance (nominal 600–900 Ω or 160–250 Ω). Press and hold Power button for 5 seconds, remove lint from filter screen, and restore main power.

F04

Hob / Cooktop

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Hotpoint Active Induction & CleanProtect Cooktop: Mains supply undervoltage or missing phase error F04; inverter detects line voltage falling below 175V AC or missing phase on dual-rail feed.

On Hotpoint cooktops: Blown fuse on one branch of 2-phase supply, loose neutral screw terminal on connection block, or heavy grid voltage sag.

Verify incoming line voltage with digital multimeter: Phase 1 to Neutral must read 230V AC ± 10%, Phase 2 to Neutral 230V AC, Phase 1 to Phase 2 400V AC. Disconnect mains power for 90 seconds, ensure no cookware rests on sensors, then re-apply power.

F04

Oven / Microwave

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Hotpoint Class 9 & Class 7 Multifunction Pyrolytic Oven: User interface to power PCB bus communication lost F04; display controller cannot handshake with relay switching board.

On Hotpoint ovens: Heat-damaged ribbon cable between fascia and lower rear compartment, oxidized connector terminals, or 12V DC power sag.

Inspect data ribbon cable for melted insulation. Reseat connectors with electronic contact spray. Check 12V DC and 5V DC regulated outputs on power PCB. Turn selector to Off, isolate cooker circuit breaker for 2 minutes to reset power relays, then restore supply.

F04

Washing Machine

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Ultima Washing Machine: Water level sensor signal fault F04; analog pressure sensor reading stuck on empty level or output frequency out of range.

On Hotpoint washing machines: Air bell pressure tube split, blocked with detergent residue, or defective electronic analog transducer switch.

Inspect flexible pressure hose for pinholes and clear air chamber. Measure sensor supply voltage (5V DC) and output frequency (approx 21–26 Hz empty). Turn cycle knob to 12 o'clock, hold Cancel/Reset for 3 seconds, and power cycle mains switch for 60 seconds.

F4

Dishwasher

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Hotpoint ActiveCare & MaxiSpace 3D Zone Wash Dishwasher: Draining timeout failure F4; water level in hydraulic sump fails to drop below empty threshold within 4 minutes.

On Hotpoint dishwashers: Sump microfilter blocked by food soil, kinked drain hose, blocked non-return flap valve, or jammed drain pump impeller.

Remove and wash central fine mesh filters. Check drain impeller under sump cover for glass shards. Measure pump coil resistance (160–185 Ω). Press and hold Start/Cancel for 4 seconds until the active program cancels and completes drain cycle.

F4

Refrigerator / Freezer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Hotpoint Active Oxygen & Total NoFrost Day1 Refrigerator: Fresh food refrigerator compartment air sensor error F4; compartment fails to regulate target chilling temperature.

On Hotpoint refrigerators (Hotpoint ActiveCare stain-removal inverter drive and Arcadia 3 / DEA700 power management platform): NTC air thermistor open or shorted inside fresh food liner, damaged protective grille, or corroded connector pin.

Unplug appliance. Locate air sensor inside refrigerator liner behind cover. Measure resistance: ~7.8 kΩ at 4°C, ~2.7 kΩ at 25°C. Replace sensor probe. Press the Alarm Mute / Reset button for 3 seconds to clear temperature warning and reset internal chime.

F05

Tumble Dryer

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Heat Pump Dryer: Electronic moisture conductivity sensor fault F05; sensor bars in drum front collar read out-of-bounds impedance value.

On Hotpoint tumble dryers: Fabric softener or calcium residue insulating metallic sensor strips, disconnected sensor ground wire, or failed amplifier PCB.

Scrub twin sensor bars with white vinegar and abrasive scotch-brite pad to remove invisible wax coating. Check wiring continuity to control module. Press and hold Power button for 5 seconds, remove lint from filter screen, and restore main power.

F05

Hob / Cooktop

General System & Mechanical Integration

Hotpoint Active Induction & CleanProtect Cooktop: Inductive coil pan detection resonance sensor failure F05; generator fails to detect pan presence or coil tuning circuit detuned.

On Hotpoint cooktops: Incompatible aluminum or copper cookware without magnetic base, cracked ferrite core segment beneath coil, or blown resonant capacitor.

Test cookware with handheld magnet (must stick firmly to bottom). Inspect induction coil ferrite bars for fractures. Measure resonant capacitor bank values. Disconnect mains power for 90 seconds, ensure no cookware rests on sensors, then re-apply power.

F05

Oven / Microwave

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Hotpoint Class 9 & Class 7 Multifunction Pyrolytic Oven: Pyrolytic door latch microswitch signal discrepancy F05; controller senses invalid combination of door open and lock position contacts.

On Hotpoint ovens: Deformed door latch hook, seized motorized cam drive, burnt microswitch leaf springs, or thermal expansion warping the latch bracket.

Inspect motorized door latch above cavity roof. Test continuity of both microswitches in open and locked positions (< 1 Ω closed). Replace latch assembly. Turn selector to Off, isolate cooker circuit breaker for 2 minutes to reset power relays, then restore supply.

F05

Washing Machine

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Ultima Washing Machine: Wash water temperature NTC sensor error F05; thermistor circuit detected open or shorted to chassis ground.

On Hotpoint washers: Damaged NTC probe wiring harness on Arcadia J9 or WAVE connector, corroded terminals, or internal thermistor pellet breakdown.

Measure NTC thermistor resistance at element collar: nominal ~12 kΩ at 20°C, ~4.8 kΩ at 25°C. Check wiring continuity to main board. Replace NTC probe if out of spec. Turn cycle knob to 12 o'clock, hold Cancel/Reset for 3 seconds, and power cycle mains switch for 60 seconds.

F5

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Hotpoint ActiveCare & MaxiSpace 3D Zone Wash Dishwasher: Wash rotor stalled or low spray pressure F5; circulation pump motor draws excessive current or spray arms fail to spin.

On Hotpoint dishwashers: Fruit pit, toothpick, or broken glass wedged inside circulation pump impeller, or defective motor run capacitor / BLDC drive.

Remove circulation pump assembly from sump. Clear debris from internal volute impeller. Test motor windings (BLDC 3-phase: 45–60 Ω symmetrical). Press and hold Start/Cancel for 4 seconds until the active program cancels and completes drain cycle.

F5

Refrigerator / Freezer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Hotpoint Active Oxygen & Total NoFrost Day1 Refrigerator: BioFresh / 0°C Chiller / FreshBox drawer NTC sensor fault F5; zero-degree precision climate zone fails to regulate.

On Hotpoint refrigerators (Hotpoint ActiveCare stain-removal inverter drive and Arcadia 3 / DEA700 power management platform): NTC probe cable pinched beneath crisper drawer rail, cracked sensor housing, or moisture contamination in connector.

Isolate mains power. Remove chiller drawer and inspect NTC sensor probe mounted in drawer air canal. Measure resistance (~16 kΩ at 0°C). Replace sensor. Press the Alarm Mute / Reset button for 3 seconds to clear temperature warning and reset internal chime.

F06

Tumble Dryer

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Heat Pump Dryer: Drum rotation tachometer pulse failure F06; motor runs but microcomputer receives no tachometric feedback within 5 seconds.

On Hotpoint tumble dryers: Broken poly-V drive belt, loose motor shaft tachometer magnet, disconnected tach harness plug, or worn idler tension spring.

Inspect drum drive belt tension around motor spindle and drum perimeter. Measure tachometer generator coil resistance (nominal 115–170 Ω). Replace belt if broken. Press and hold Power button for 5 seconds, remove lint from filter screen, and restore main power.

F06

Hob / Cooktop

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Hotpoint Active Induction & CleanProtect Cooktop: Power board heatsink temperature exceeds 95°C limit F06; thermal protection automatically de-energizes induction generator stages.

On Hotpoint cooktops: Obstructed cabinet ventilation air gap (< 5mm beneath worktop), stalled cooling fan, or prolonged booster mode with multiple zones.

Verify minimum 5mm front ventilation slot below front edge of countertop. Ensure cooling fan spins freely without foreign debris. Allow 15 minutes to cool down. Disconnect mains power for 90 seconds, ensure no cookware rests on sensors, then re-apply power.

F06

Oven / Microwave

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Hotpoint Class 9 & Class 7 Multifunction Pyrolytic Oven: Cavity thermal runaway or overtemperature limit exceeded F06; temperature probe detects cavity heat exceeding 320°C in standard bake mode.

On Hotpoint ovens: Welded heating element relay contacts on power board maintaining 230V to elements, or drifted temperature sensor reading.

Disconnect mains breaker immediately. Measure heating element relay contacts on power board (must read infinite ohms de-energized). Verify PT1000 sensor curve. Turn selector to Off, isolate cooker circuit breaker for 2 minutes to reset power relays, then restore supply.

F06

Washing Machine

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Ultima Washing Machine: Motor drive tachometer failure F06; microcomputer receives no tachometric feedback pulses during drum rotation attempt.

On Hotpoint washing appliances: Tachometer coil ring loose on rear motor shaft, worn carbon brushes (< 15 mm), disconnected tach harness, or defective motor triac.

Measure tachometer coil resistance: 115–170 Ω. Check carbon brush length (replace if under 15 mm). Inspect rotor winding continuity (1.5–3.5 Ω). Turn cycle knob to 12 o'clock, hold Cancel/Reset for 3 seconds, and power cycle mains switch for 60 seconds.

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Hotpoint — Complete Error Code Catalog

79 Verified Error Codes

Server-side index of all verified manufacturer error codes for technicians and automated crawlers.

Dishwasher28

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 Machine12

BDD F16 F18 F26 F27 F28 F29 FDL FDU FH FOD SUD

Tumble Dryer14

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

Oven / Microwave4

F1E F2E F3E F6E

Hob / Cooktop11

C81 C82 C83 C84 C85 F25 F36 F37 F40 F42 F47

Refrigerator / Freezer10

A1 A2 AL01 AL02 AL03 CE CF dE FF PO

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