What F11 Means
Miele's control times how long draining takes. When water is still present after the pump should have cleared it, the control raises F11 to flag the drainage problem and protect the cycle. It is telling you the water is not leaving, and the job is to find what is stopping it.
| Check | Common Finding | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Filter and sump | Food debris | Clean and rinse |
| Drain hose | Kink or clog | Straighten, clear |
| Non-return valve | Stuck with debris | Clean the valve |
| Drain pump | Jammed impeller | Clear or replace |
Clean the Filter and Sump
The triple filter in the base of the tub is the first and most common culprit. Food debris clogs it and drainage slows or stops. Twist the filter out, rinse it thoroughly under the tap, and clear the sump and the visible pump area of debris. This resolves a large share of F11 faults on its own.
Check the Drain Hose and Non-Return Valve
Follow the drain hose for kinks behind the cabinet and blockages at the sink or disposer connection. Miele machines have a non-return valve that can stick with debris and block outflow. Clearing the hose and the valve restores drainage in many cases where the filter alone was not the issue.
Testing the Drain Pump
If the filter, hose and valve are clear and F11 persists, the drain pump may be jammed by a shard of glass or bit of debris in the impeller, or failing electrically. A technician checks the pump for free rotation and continuity and clears or replaces it to resolve a stubborn F11.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Does F11 Mean on a Miele Dishwasher?
F11 is a drainage fault. The machine is not pumping water out in the expected time, almost always because of a clogged filter, a blocked drain hose or non-return valve, or a jammed drain pump. Clearing the blockage resolves it.
How Do I Fix a Miele F11 Error?
Clean the base filter and sump first, then check the drain hose for kinks and clear the non-return valve. That resolves most F11 faults. If it persists, the drain pump needs testing for a jam or electrical failure.
Why Is There Water in the Bottom of My Miele After F11?
Because the machine stopped when it could not drain in time. Remove the standing water, then clean the filter and clear the drain path before running another cycle.