Appliance Fault Codes

What that error code means — and what you can safely check

Bosch dishwasher E15 error code

E15 means leak detection. Water has been detected in the base pan — the anti-flood switch has tripped and the machine has pumped out and stopped.

Often fixable at home · Fault type: Electrical/hardware

Safe checks, in order of likelihood

  1. Unplug. Check the detergent drawer and door seal area for leaks.
  2. Tip the machine back slightly (two people) to drain the base pan, then stand it up and dry the floor.
  3. Run a short cycle and watch for leaks.

Call a professional when…

If the code returns after these checks, book a qualified engineer.

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