Hotpoint tumble dryer error codes
Hotpoint tumble dryers use F-number codes. F01, F03 and F13 are among the most commonly reported; condenser washer-dryers share the same series.
| Code | Meaning | Severity | First action |
|---|---|---|---|
| F01 | Electronic circuit board fault | Often fixable at home | Some or all functions are not selectable — the main control board has detected a fault. |
| F02 | Motor circuit fault | Often fixable at home | Intermittent or no drum rotation — the motor or its circuit has a fault. |
| F03 | Temperature sensing fault | Often fixable at home | The dryer is not heating on wash or dry settings — the temperature sensor (NTC) or its circuit has failed. |
| F05 | Waste pipe blockage or pump issue | Often fixable at home | The door will not open, or water remains in the drum — a blockage in the pump filter or waste hose on washer-dryers. |
| F13 | Dryer temperature sensing fault (washer dryers) | Often fixable at home | A washer-dryer is not drying clothes — the drying temperature sensing circuit has a fault. |
Safety first
Unplug before any check. Never open panels beyond the filter flap. Anything involving internal wiring, the heater or gas must go to a professional — see each code page for its "call a professional when" line.