A Miele washing machine in Roxburgh Park was leaking and showed F138. Water in the drip tray had set off the flood switch. We drained the tray and serviced the drain filter.
Job details
- Brand: Miele
- Appliance: Front loader washing machine
- Error code: F138
- Suburb: Roxburgh Park
The problem
The customer said their Miele washing machine was leaking water and showing an F138 error.
What we found
The machine had not drained. When the drain filter was opened, water leaked into the drip tray in the base and activated the flood switch.
The repair
We drained the drip tray, then serviced and cleaned the drain filter.
The washing machine was tested afterwards and everything is working properly.
SOS Appliance Melbourne is an Authorised Miele Service Agent.
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Questions about this repair
What caused F138 on this Miele washing machine?
On this job, water leaked into the drip tray in the base and activated the flood switch. That happened after the machine failed to drain and the drain filter was opened. Draining the tray and servicing the filter cleared it.
Should I open the drain filter myself?
Water will come out when the filter is opened, so have towels and a shallow tray ready and follow your Miele manual. If water gets into the base, the flood protection can trip and a technician may need to drain it.
Related repair information
- Miele washing machine repairs
- Miele washing machine error codes
- Authorised Miele service in Melbourne
- Appliance repairs in northern Melbourne
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