Appliance Fault Codes

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

Hotpoint dishwasher F10 error code

F10 means heating element fault. The heating element circuit has failed, so the water cannot be heated to wash or dry properly.

Often fixable at home · Fault type: Electrical/hardware

Safe checks, in order of likelihood

  1. Reset: unplug 1 minute and retry.
  2. Run the hottest programme and check whether the wash feels hot.

Call a professional when…

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

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