F11 on a Miele dishwasher is a drain fault. The dishwasher cannot pump out water within the expected time, so it stops the cycle and displays the code with water standing in the tub.
The usual causes are a clogged drain pump or filter, a blocked drain hose, or a failed pump. The fix is to clear the entire drain path and replace the pump if it has failed.
Symptom and Error Guide
| Code / Symptom | What It Means | What We Do |
|---|---|---|
F11 | Drain fault, water not draining | Clear the drain path, replace the pump if failed |
F70 | Water-level or float fault | Inspect the float and flow meter |
Standing water | Clogged filter or hose | Clean the filter, clear the hose |
What We Check
- Dishwasher F11 code with standing water in the tub
- F70 fault that stops the fill or wash cycle
- Oven F14 fault that cuts heat or locks out
- Dishwasher not drying or heating the final rinse
Cleaning the dishwasher filter regularly prevents many F11 faults. Food debris and grease are the most common reasons the drain path clogs over time.
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When to Call a Technician
If the fix involves the sealed system, the gas system, or a control board, or if a fault returns after you clear it, it is time to have it diagnosed properly. We serve Wellesley and nearby neighborhoods with genuine OEM parts and written service terms.