F11 Moderate Moderate DIY

Miele Dishwasher F11 — Drain fault

Miele Dishwasher · Error code F11

What F11 Means

Drain fault.

Most Likely Fix

Drain fault

PartDrain pump
Typical cost$90-180
Difficultymoderate
Time60 min

Tools: screwdriver, pliers, towel

Diagnose first: Pull filter assembly and check for glass/debris in the pump impeller before replacing.

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If the primary fix doesn't resolve it:

PartDrain hose
Typical cost$30-60
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Symptoms

  • F11 shown on the display
  • Drain fault

Common Causes

1
Most likely: Drain pump

Pull filter assembly and check for glass/debris in the pump impeller before replacing.

2
Next most likely: Drain hose

If the primary fix does not resolve the code, this is the next part to test.

How to Fix It

  1. Pull filter assembly and check for glass/debris in the pump impeller before replacing.
  2. If diagnosis confirms the fault, replace the drain pump (typical cost $90-180, about 60 min, moderate DIY).
  3. Still throwing F11? Test the drain hose next ($30-60).

Parts You May Need

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Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician.