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Bacterial or mould growth detected
Quick Answer
Error code F93 on your Miele Washing Machines means: Bacterial or mould growth detected. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Applies to all models
PWM908WCI870WPSWCR870WPSWSD163WCSWSD323WPSWWD160WCSWWH860WCSWXD160WCSWXF660WCSWXI860WCSWXR860WCSWTD163WCS
Likely Causes
  1. Regular low-temperature washes have allowed bacteria/mould to build up
  2. Machine has not been cleaned or maintained recently
  3. Door seal area has accumulated moisture and mould
  4. Detergent residue buildup in the drum
How to Fix It
1
Run an empty hot wash cycle at 90 degrees Celsius with a machine cleaner or bleach-based detergent.
2
Clean the door seal thoroughly, paying attention to the folds where moisture collects.
3
Leave the door ajar after each wash to allow the drum to dry out.
4
Clean the detergent dispenser drawer and its housing regularly.
Pro Tip
This is a common issue that most users can resolve without specialized tools. Try the first step before moving on to more complex solutions.
Parts You May Need
Machine cleaner/descaler
Related Error Codes
F1F2F10F11F15
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