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How to Reset a Miele Dishwasher and Clear Fault Codes

Quick Answer

To reset a Miele dishwasher: press and hold Start/Stop for 3-5 seconds to cancel the current cycle. The machine will drain any water in the cabinet. Once drained, open the door and address the fault that caused the error (clean the filter for F11, refill salt for F13, etc.). Then close the door and start a new cycle - the code clears automatically when the underlying fault is resolved.

The machine will drain any water in the cabinet. Once drained, open the door and address the fault that caused the error (clean the filter for F11, refill salt for F13, etc.). Then close the door and start a new cycle - the code clears automatically when the underlying fault is resolved. A reset alone will not clear F70 - the base pan must be drained manually first.

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How to Reset Your Miele Dishwasher

Miele dishwashers do not have a dedicated Reset button. The Start/Stop button cancels the active cycle and triggers a drain sequence, which is the Miele reset method. Fault codes stored in the control unit's memory clear automatically when the fault condition no longer exists on the next successful cycle completion.

Most Likely Causes

Based on aggregated repair data, here is the probability breakdown for this error code:

Need to cancel an active cycle after fixing the fault40%
Machine stuck in a cycle state after a power interruption36%
Clearing a stored fault code after repair24%

Symptoms You May Notice

  • Error code displayed on panel
  • Machine stopped mid-cycle
  • Want to clear a fault after completing a repair

Tools Required for Diagnosis

None

Diagnostic Checklist

Follow these steps in order. We start with the easiest external fixes before opening up the machine.

1

Cancel the active cycle

Press and hold the Start/Stop button for 3-5 seconds. The program indicator will flash and then the machine will begin a drain sequence. Wait for the drain cycle to complete (usually 2-3 minutes). The door unlocks when draining is complete. Do not force the door open during this process.

2

Fix the fault and start a new cycle

3

Factory reset (G 7000 series touchscreen)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why doesn't my Miele dishwasher have a Reset button?
Miele does not include a dedicated Reset button because their design philosophy is to fix the fault, not mask it. The Start/Stop hold cancels the cycle and drains water, which is the functional equivalent of a reset. The fault code clears automatically on the next successful cycle once the underlying issue is resolved.
How do I clear F70 on a Miele dishwasher?
F70 cannot be cleared by pressing Start/Stop alone. The AquaStop float switch in the base pan must physically lower, which only happens after the water in the base pan is drained. Unplug the machine, tilt it forward 45 degrees to drain the base pan, allow it to dry for 2 hours, then reconnect power. F70 will clear on startup if the float has dropped.
Does resetting a Miele dishwasher delete my settings?
No. The Start/Stop reset cancels the cycle and clears the active fault flag - it does not change any programmed settings, water hardness calibration, or display preferences. Only the factory reset option in Settings > Technical resets user configurations.

Related Miele Dishwasher Error Codes

Code: F11Miele Dishwasher F11 Drain ErrorCode: F70Miele Dishwasher F70 Waterproof SystemCode: HUBMiele Dishwasher Error Codes: Full List

Same Fix Works on These Brands

Miele shares the same hardware platform with these brands. The diagnosis and repair steps are identical.

Miele dishwasherMiele Dishwasher Error Codes: Complete List for G Series ModelsMiele dishwasherMiele Dishwasher F11 Drain Error: Clean the Filter First (Most Fix in 5 Minutes)Miele dishwasherMiele Dishwasher F70 Waterproof System Error: How to Drain the Base and Fix the LeakMiele dishwasherMiele Dishwasher F14 Intake Error: Water Not Entering the MachineMiele dishwasherMiele Dishwasher F78 Error Code: Circulation Pump FaultMiele dishwasherMiele Dishwasher F13 Error Code: Salt System Fault

Models Known to Experience RESET Errors

This repair applies to most Miele dishwashers with this error code. Common model numbers include:

G 4228 SCVi, G 5265 SCVi, G 6360 SCVi, G 7160 SCVi, G 4310 SC, G 6100 SC

Last verified for technical accuracy on March 14, 2026