Hotpoint washing machine F05 error code
F05 means drain fault. The pressure switch has not signalled an empty drum — water is not draining out.
Often fixable at home · Fault type: Electrical/hardware
Safe checks, in order of likelihood
- Unplug. Open the filter flap at the bottom-front and lay towels down.
- Unscrew the drain filter slowly and let water out. Clean out fluff and debris.
- Check the drain hose for kinks and confirm the standpipe drains freely.
- Run a Drain and Spin programme to test.
Call a professional when…
If the code returns after these checks, book a qualified engineer.
Parts usually involved
- Drain pump filter
- Drain pump
- Pressure switch