Hotpoint washing machine F01 error code
F01 means motor fault. The motor is jammed, disconnected or not receiving power. Hotpoint lists F01 as a motor/triac fault.
Often fixable at home · Fault type: Electrical/hardware
Safe checks, in order of likelihood
- Unplug, wait 1 minute, plug back in and restart the programme.
- Check the drum spins freely by hand with the machine off.
- Check the machine is not overloaded — remove some items and retry.
Call a professional when…
If the code returns after these checks, book a qualified engineer.
Parts usually involved
- Motor
- Motor control board