Written by
Maya Chen Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished October 20, 2026
Content statusVerified
Error codeF46
ApplianceDryer
Quick answer
Miele tumble dryer fault F46: an electronic module fault. A technical fault that needs a repair appointment.
Model compatibility
Miele reuses codes across series and model years, so F46 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What thiscode means
Miele dryer code F46 indicates an electronic module fault.
Code F46 on a tumble dryer signals an electronic module fault.
What F46 means
In Miele’s words it is a technical problem, which an owner cannot resolve alone.
Codes that look alike
F45: a sibling code, another electronic module fault.
F43: sometimes mixed up: a model type that is not programmed or an incorrect variant.
F41: a nearby entry, another electronic module fault.
How to proceed
Make a repair booking, as Miele advises. Until then, the dryer should stay off.
Service for a Miele dryer in Los Angeles
Booking a repair for a Miele tumble dryer in the Los Angeles area is a phone call away. Phone (310) 742-0025; the more you can say about F46, the model number and your own checks, the smoother the booking.
Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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