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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

F6

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Hotpoint ActiveCare & MaxiSpace 3D Zone Wash Dishwasher: Water inlet tap closed error F6; insufficient water fills sump during filling sequence, flow rate below 1.5 L/min.

On Hotpoint dishwashers: Supply stopcock closed, kinked inlet hose with integrated AquaStop valve, blocked sand filter, or line pressure below 0.5 bar.

Verify dynamic supply pressure at tap. Clean mesh filter in AquaStop connection nut. Measure inlet valve solenoid coil resistance (3.5–4.5 kΩ). Press and hold Start/Cancel for 4 seconds until the active program cancels and completes drain cycle.

F6

Refrigerator / Freezer

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Hotpoint Active Oxygen & Total NoFrost Day1 Refrigerator: Motorized air damper flap position error F6; baffle flap jammed or microswitch feedback not detected during open/close sweep.

On Hotpoint refrigerators (Hotpoint ActiveCare stain-removal inverter drive and Arcadia 3 / DEA700 power management platform): Ice accumulation jamming damper flap mechanism, stripped reduction gear teeth, or burned stepper motor drive coils (~400 Ω).

Disconnect power. Remove air tower ducting. Check damper motor coil resistance (~400 Ω per phase). Clear frost blockage. Replace defective motorized damper unit. Press the Alarm Mute / Reset button for 3 seconds to clear temperature warning and reset internal chime.

F6E

Oven / Microwave

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Hotpoint Class 9 & Class 7 Multifunction Pyrolytic Oven: High-voltage relay switching board line voltage anomaly F6E; zero-crossing detector detects erratic frequency or voltage spikes.

On Hotpoint ovens: Poor mains electrical connection at terminal block, floating neutral conductor in household panel, or degraded filter varistor on PCB.

Inspect mains terminal block behind oven and torque all screw terminals. Verify phase-to-neutral voltage (230V AC ± 10%) and phase-to-earth voltage. Turn selector to Off, isolate cooker circuit breaker for 2 minutes to reset power relays, then restore supply.

F07

Tumble Dryer

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Heat Pump Dryer: Heating element relay contacts welded closed F07; power PCB senses continuous thermal draw when heating is commanded off.

On Hotpoint tumble dryers: High current electrical arcing welding relay armature contacts on main control module under heavy 2500W load.

Disconnect power immediately to prevent overheating. Test normally-open relay contacts with ohmmeter (must read open circuit). Replace heater relay or PCB. Press and hold Power button for 5 seconds, remove lint from filter screen, and restore main power.

F07

Hob / Cooktop

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Hotpoint Active Induction & CleanProtect Cooktop: Chassis cooling fan stalled or tachometer missing F07; power module disables induction heating when cooling blower fails.

On Hotpoint cooktops: Kitchen drawer contents or wiring pinching cooling fan impeller blades, worn sleeve bearings, or open fan motor winding.

Inspect cooling fan underneath cooktop casing for mechanical obstructions. Spin fan blades by hand. Test 12V DC operating voltage and tach pulse on fan plug. Disconnect mains power for 90 seconds, ensure no cookware rests on sensors, then re-apply power.

F07

Oven / Microwave

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Hotpoint Class 9 & Class 7 Multifunction Pyrolytic Oven: Pyrolytic door lock motor mechanical jam F07; motorized drive fails to complete locking or unlocking stroke within 45 seconds.

On Hotpoint ovens: Hardened grease seizing gear train, warped locking hook catching on door frame, or stripped nylon reduction cogs.

Access door lock motor beneath top cover. Clear mechanical binding and lubricate with high-temperature silicone grease. Measure motor winding (2.5–4.5 kΩ). Turn selector to Off, isolate cooker circuit breaker for 2 minutes to reset power relays, then restore supply.

F07

Washing Machine

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Ultima Washing Machine: Motor triac short-circuit error F07; control PCB senses uncontrolled drum acceleration or welded motor driver contacts.

On Hotpoint washers: Punctured power triac semiconductor junction on main control board due to mains surge or motor winding transient spike.

Disconnect mains power. Measure resistance between A1 and A2 terminals of motor triac on power board (short = 0 Ω, replace triac or board). Verify motor insulation. Turn cycle knob to 12 o'clock, hold Cancel/Reset for 3 seconds, and power cycle mains switch for 60 seconds.

F7

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Hotpoint ActiveCare & MaxiSpace 3D Zone Wash Dishwasher: Flowmeter turbine sensor impulse fault F7; turbine fails to generate digital pulses while water fills tub.

On Hotpoint dishwashers: Lime scale jammed impeller in water matrix air break side jacket, or defective glass reed switch sensor board.

Inspect side water jacket (air break) for free rotation of turbine wheel. Test reed switch continuity on multimeter during water fill. Replace reed PCB or jacket. Press and hold Start/Cancel for 4 seconds until the active program cancels and completes drain cycle.

F7

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Hotpoint Active Oxygen & Total NoFrost Day1 Refrigerator: Freezer evaporator air circulation fan motor error F7; fan blade rotation stalled or RPM speed tachometer signal absent.

On Hotpoint refrigerators (Hotpoint ActiveCare stain-removal inverter drive and Arcadia 3 / DEA700 power management platform): Heavy frost wrapping fan blades due to defrost failure, dried sleeve bearings, or disconnected 12V DC fan harness.

Disconnect mains power. Access evaporator compartment behind rear cover. Verify free rotation of fan blade. Check 12V DC supply voltage and tacho feedback. Replace fan. Press the Alarm Mute / Reset button for 3 seconds to clear temperature warning and reset internal chime.

F08

Tumble Dryer

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Heat Pump Dryer: Heating element open circuit or heat pump compressor failure F08; air chamber temperature fails to rise by 5°C in 15 minutes.

On Hotpoint tumble dryers: Broken nichrome coil on dual heating element (28 Ω + 36 Ω), tripped manual high-limit stat, or seized heat-pump compressor.

Check red reset button on rear heater casing. Measure resistance of both heating circuits (approx 28 Ω and 36 Ω). In heat pump units, verify compressor windings. Press and hold Power button for 5 seconds, remove lint from filter screen, and restore main power.

F08

Hob / Cooktop

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Hotpoint Active Induction & CleanProtect Cooktop: Auxiliary induction coil relay drive fault F08; relay driver IC on generator module fails to actuate coil zone switching contacts.

On Hotpoint cooktops: Burned relay coil, cracked solder joint on relay terminals, or defective ULN2003 relay driver chip on generator PCB.

Inspect generator PCB for cracked solder joints beneath induction zone switching relays. Measure relay coil resistance (nominal 350–450 Ω). Replace relay or PCB. Disconnect mains power for 90 seconds, ensure no cookware rests on sensors, then re-apply power.

F08

Oven / Microwave

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Hotpoint Class 9 & Class 7 Multifunction Pyrolytic Oven: Upper grill / broil heating element open circuit F08; no current flows through top heating element circuit during broil selection.

On Hotpoint ovens: Burned-out nichrome element coil inside upper sheathed heating rod, oxidized spade connector, or open relay on power board.

Disconnect power. Remove rear panel and measure upper element resistance across outer and inner coils (nominal 20–35 Ω). Replace element if infinite ohms. Turn selector to Off, isolate cooker circuit breaker for 2 minutes to reset power relays, then restore supply.

F08

Washing Machine

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Ultima Washing Machine: Heating element earth leakage failure F08; insulation degradation detected between heater coil and appliance chassis earth.

On Hotpoint washing appliances: Internal magnesium oxide insulation breakdown inside heating tube due to scale accumulation or thermal stress.

Measure heater coil resistance (nominal 24–28 Ω, ~2050W). Test insulation resistance with 500V megohmmeter (must exceed > 20 MΩ to earth; replace element if lower). Turn cycle knob to 12 o'clock, hold Cancel/Reset for 3 seconds, and power cycle mains switch for 60 seconds.

F8

Dishwasher

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Hotpoint ActiveCare & MaxiSpace 3D Zone Wash Dishwasher: Sump water level inconsistency or diverter fault F8; OWI sensor optical reading conflicts with pressure calculation.

On Hotpoint dishwashers: Fat or grease film coating the optical sensor lens, heavy detergent foaming, or motorized diverter valve (MDV) stuck mid-position.

Clean optical OWI sensor face in sump bottom with warm soapy water and soft sponge. Verify diverter motor resistance (6.0–7.5 kΩ). Recalibrate optical sensor. Press and hold Start/Cancel for 4 seconds until the active program cancels and completes drain cycle.

F8

Refrigerator / Freezer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Hotpoint Active Oxygen & Total NoFrost Day1 Refrigerator: Automatic ice maker assembly fault F8; ice mold harvest rotation cycle timeout or tray thermistor out of range.

On Hotpoint refrigerators (Hotpoint ActiveCare stain-removal inverter drive and Arcadia 3 / DEA700 power management platform): Ice cube jammed in mold stripper finger, stripped gearbox drive gear, disconnected microswitch, or frozen fill tube.

Isolate power. Inspect ice maker tray for stuck cubes. Test harvest motor winding resistance (~3.5 kΩ to 5 kΩ). Clear ice blockage or replace ice maker unit. Press the Alarm Mute / Reset button for 3 seconds to clear temperature warning and reset internal chime.

F09

Tumble Dryer

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Heat Pump Dryer: Control board EEPROM configuration checksum error F09; processor detects corrupted model variant coding in memory.

On Hotpoint tumble dryers: Voltage fluctuation during drying cycle write operation, lightning grid surge, or memory silicon degradation.

Unplug unit for 15 minutes. If code returns upon power-up, reconfigure board with brand service tool or replace pre-programmed electronic control module. Press and hold Power button for 5 seconds, remove lint from filter screen, and restore main power.

F09

Hob / Cooktop

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Hotpoint Active Induction & CleanProtect Cooktop: Touch UI microcontroller EEPROM calibration checksum fault F09; user interface configuration parameters fail validation test.

On Hotpoint cooktops: Voltage fluctuation during cooking zone level adjustment, corrupted calibration bytes in memory, or damaged touch MCU.

Disconnect power at distribution breaker for 10 minutes. If fault persists upon restore, reflash UI firmware or replace touch control module. Disconnect mains power for 90 seconds, ensure no cookware rests on sensors, then re-apply power.

F09

Oven / Microwave

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Hotpoint Class 9 & Class 7 Multifunction Pyrolytic Oven: Lower bake heating element open circuit F09; bottom floor heating rod draws zero current during conventional bake mode.

On Hotpoint ovens: Thermal fatigue fracture in bottom heating rod coil, terminal lug burn-off beneath insulation mat, or open bake relay contacts.

Isolate power. Access lower element terminals from rear. Measure resistance (nominal 38–52 Ω, ~1100W–1300W). Check wiring and replace bottom element. Turn selector to Off, isolate cooker circuit breaker for 2 minutes to reset power relays, then restore supply.

F09

Washing Machine

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Ultima Washing Machine: Drum water overfill condition F09; safety overflow contact on pressure switch tripped or EEPROM parameter discrepancy detected.

On Hotpoint washers: Continuous mechanical water flow through stuck open inlet solenoid valve, or clogged air pressure trap holding high pressure.

Turn off water tap immediately. Check if water enters tub with machine unpowered (if yes, replace inlet valve). Inspect pressure switch contacts and air trap. Turn cycle knob to 12 o'clock, hold Cancel/Reset for 3 seconds, and power cycle mains switch for 60 seconds.

F9

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Hotpoint ActiveCare & MaxiSpace 3D Zone Wash Dishwasher: Continuous water fill detected F9; inlet valve fails to close or triac on power board leaks current, overfilling sump.

On Hotpoint dishwashers: Solenoid plunger stuck open mechanically by sand particle, or punctured triac semiconductor on main control module.

Turn off water tap. Unplug appliance. If water still flows into tub, replace dual inlet valve assembly. If stops, inspect board triac output. Press and hold Start/Cancel for 4 seconds until the active program cancels and completes drain cycle.

F9

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Hotpoint Active Oxygen & Total NoFrost Day1 Refrigerator: Variable speed inverter compressor drive fault F9; compressor fails to start, trips on overcurrent, or loses phase sync.

On Hotpoint refrigerators (Hotpoint ActiveCare stain-removal inverter drive and Arcadia 3 / DEA700 power management platform): Damaged IPM intelligent power module on inverter PCB, open/shorted compressor 3-phase windings (~9.5 Ω balanced), or low line voltage.

Disconnect mains. Discharge high-voltage capacitors. Measure resistance between compressor terminals U-V, V-W, W-U (must be identical, ~9.5 Ω ±0.5 Ω). Replace inverter PCB. Press the Alarm Mute / Reset button for 3 seconds to clear temperature warning and reset internal chime.

F10

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Hotpoint ActiveCare & MaxiSpace 3D Zone Wash Dishwasher: Heating circuit safety relay stuck open F10; DEA700 power module fails to close high-current heater contact.

On Hotpoint dishwashers: Open relay driver transistor on DEA700 PCB, defective relay coil, or broken trace in high-current heating loop.

Inspect DEA700 power module for burned solder pads under heater relay. Measure relay coil continuity (nominal 350–450 Ω). Replace power board if relay damaged. Press and hold Start/Cancel for 4 seconds until the active program cancels and completes drain cycle.

F10

Tumble Dryer

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Heat Pump Dryer: Motor control module thermal cutoff activation F10; MCU inverter temperature exceeds safe operating threshold (> 85°C).

On Hotpoint tumble dryers: Blocked lower air cooling intake vents, heavy lint accumulation over electronics heatsink, or bearing friction on motor shaft.

Clean base ventilation grilles. Vacuum lint from inverter heatsink fins. Check motor shaft for free spin without radial play. Allow unit to cool 30 minutes. Press and hold Power button for 5 seconds, remove lint from filter screen, and restore main power.

F10

Oven / Microwave

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Hotpoint Class 9 & Class 7 Multifunction Pyrolytic Oven: Cavity slow heating rate or temperature drift F10; cavity fails to climb by at least 50°C within 15 minutes of heating startup.

On Hotpoint ovens: Defective circular fan heating element (convection ring element open), degraded door perimeter gasket, or low mains supply voltage (< 205V).

Inspect circular convection heating element (nominal 24–32 Ω, ~2000W). Check door gasket seal integrity with paper strip test. Verify 230V mains voltage under load. Turn selector to Off, isolate cooker circuit breaker for 2 minutes to reset power relays, then restore supply.

F10

Washing Machine

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Ultima Washing Machine: Motor control unit thermal cutoff F10; MCU inverter heatsink temperature sensor detects overheating or pressure state conflict.

On Hotpoint washing appliances: Inadequate heatsink ventilation, excessive drum friction from bearing failure, or degraded thermal paste on IPM inverter module.

Inspect drum rotation by hand for bearing drag. Check MCU heatsink for dust buildup and renew thermal paste on IPM module. Verify motor phase balance (6.5–8.5 Ω). Turn cycle knob to 12 o'clock, hold Cancel/Reset for 3 seconds, and power cycle mains switch for 60 seconds.

F11

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Hotpoint ActiveCare & MaxiSpace 3D Zone Wash Dishwasher: BLDC circulation pump inverter drive fault F11; IPM module detects overcurrent, loss of synchronism, or phase disconnect.

On Hotpoint dishwashers: Short-circuit between motor stator windings, seized ceramic rotor bearings, or damaged 3-phase IPM inverter silicon.

Measure resistance across each phase pair U-V, V-W, U-W on circulation motor (symmetrical ~45–60 Ω). Check for free shaft spin. Replace circulation pump or IPM board. Press and hold Start/Cancel for 4 seconds until the active program cancels and completes drain cycle.

F11

Tumble Dryer

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Heat Pump Dryer: UI to main control board serial communication timeout F11; console display fails to synchronize packets with power board.

On Hotpoint tumble dryers: Loose 4-wire data harness between top console and rear power module, moisture ingress, or 5V DC supply rail drop.

Check wiring harness continuity and firmly seat connectors at both ends. Verify 5V DC and 12V DC test voltages on power PCB. Replace defective harness. Press and hold Power button for 5 seconds, remove lint from filter screen, and restore main power.

F11

Oven / Microwave

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Hotpoint Class 9 & Class 7 Multifunction Pyrolytic Oven: Tangential cooling fan rotation speed below safety threshold F11; blower RPM drops below minimum airflow rate required during bake.

On Hotpoint ovens: Carbonized cooking grease deposits on fan squirrel cage, motor bearing drag, or weakened motor phase-shift capacitor.

Clean blower cylinder blades. Lubricate bronze porous bushings with synthetic high-temperature oil. Test phase capacitor (1.5–2.5 µF). Replace blower motor. Turn selector to Off, isolate cooker circuit breaker for 2 minutes to reset power relays, then restore supply.

F11

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Hotpoint ActiveCare & GentlePower Ultima Washing Machine: Drain pump circuit feedback failure F11; microprocessor fails to sense drain pump coil continuity via sensing line.

On Hotpoint washers: Loose terminal on Arcadia J13 or WAVE drain harness, broken copper wire, open pump thermal protector, or burnt triac driver.

Verify wiring harness continuity from main PCB to drain pump terminals. Measure pump coil resistance (160–185 Ω). Check PCB triac driver for visual burning. Turn cycle knob to 12 o'clock, hold Cancel/Reset for 3 seconds, and power cycle mains switch for 60 seconds.

F12

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Hotpoint ActiveCare & MaxiSpace 3D Zone Wash Dishwasher: Power PCB to user display communication timeout F12; serial data line packets dropped between door console and base module.

On Hotpoint dishwashers: Chafed or broken copper conductors inside door lower hinge flex harness, corroded plug terminals, or 12V DC power drop.

Inspect wiring harness across lower door hinge for broken wires. Test continuity of serial Rx/Tx lines. Verify stable 5V DC and 12V DC rails on power PCB. Press and hold Start/Cancel for 4 seconds until the active program cancels and completes drain cycle.

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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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