Miele Dishwasher: not working

Professional Repair Guide

What is this symptom?

Is your Miele dishwasher not working? If it appears completely non-functional with no lights or response when you try to start a wash cycle, it may be due to a power connection fault or an improperly latched door. Understanding these common issues can help you troubleshoot effectively.

Urgency: Medium

Possible Causes

No power to dishwasher or power connection fault

How to Identify: No display or lights; unit completely unresponsive; circuit breaker may be tripped; power cord not plugged in.

Part: Power supply / circuit breaker / door switch

Door not properly latched or safety interlock not engaged

How to Identify: Door not fully closed, latch not clicking; dishwasher won’t start though power present.

Part: Door latch and interlock switch

Preventive Maintenance

  • Clean filters and spray arms: Clogs that can lead to performance and drainage issues
    Frequency: monthly
  • Inspect door latch and seal: Start failures due to misalignment or debris
    Frequency: quarterly

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Miele Dishwasher not working?
Common causes include no power to the dishwasher or the door not being properly latched.
How do I fix Miele Dishwasher not working myself?
Currently, there are no DIY solutions available for this issue.
How much does it cost to fix not working?
Professional repair costs vary, but no specific costs are listed for this issue.
When should I call a technician for not working?
You should call a technician if the issue persists after checking power and door latch.

References & Sources

Community Analytical Insights

Analysis based on real user discussions from appliance repair communities

Common Issues Reported by Users

  • Drain pump failure (1 mentions)
  • Heater relay failure or moisture issues (1 mentions)
  • General malfunction leading to replacement (1 mentions)

User Suggested Solutions

  1. Replace the failed heater relay or address moisture in the relay

    Success rate: 25.0%

  2. Order a new Miele dishwasher instead of repairing

    Success rate: 25.0%

  3. Purchase a new Miele dishwasher after recommendations

    Success rate: 25.0%
Analysis based on 3 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. Best higher end dishwasher?
  2. Miele Dishwasher Supply Chain
  3. I have a Miele dishwasher that stops working (fault F24) if ...

Community Discussions

stopped working, suspect drain pump is gone

Purchased a Miele 7566 dishwasher after recommendations.

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suddenly quit working

Decided to order a new Miele dishwasher instead of repairing the old one.

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stops working (fault F24) if it rains for a few days

Replace the failed heater relay or address moisture in the relay.

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Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair

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