A Hotpoint error code F06 indicates: Door lock fault
Hotpoint Washer – Error Code F06
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Hotpoint – Error Code F06
Is your Hotpoint washing machine displaying the error code F06 on the screen?
What is a Hotpoint Error Code F06?
Error Code F06 on a Hotpoint washing machine typically indicates a problem with the machine’s door lock mechanism. This error arises when the washing machine is unable to lock the door properly, which can be caused by a malfunction in the door lock, wiring issues, or a faulty control board. Essentially, your washing machine is telling you that it can’t start a wash cycle because it doesn’t think the door is securely closed.
Recommended solution/fix steps
To fix this issue, you can follow these simple steps:
- Check the Door: First, ensure that the washing machine door is firmly closed. Sometimes, clothes or other objects can get in the way, preventing the door from closing properly.
- Inspect the Door Lock: Look at the door lock for any visible signs of damage or wear. If it looks damaged, it may need to be replaced.
- Clean the Door and Lock: Clean around the door and the lock mechanism. Dirt or debris can sometimes prevent the lock from engaging correctly.
- Check for Obstructions: Make sure there’s nothing obstructing the door or the lock.
- Reset the Machine: Unplug the washing machine for a minute and then plug it back in. This can reset the system and potentially clear the error.
- Check Wiring: If you’re comfortable with it, you can check the wiring to the door lock for any loose connections or damage. If you’re not sure, it’s best to call a professional.
- Contact a Technician: If the above steps don’t resolve the issue, it’s advisable to contact a professional technician, as the problem might be with the control board or internal components that require expert attention.
Hotpoint Troubleshooting to try
- Check the power to your house
- Check your washer circuit breaker
- If your washer motor has overheated, it will work again when it gets back to a normal operating temperature. Try unplugging your machine, waiting fifteen minutes then trying again
- Is the washer door/lid fully closed? If the door/lid isn’t pushing on the closed switch, the machine won’t work
- Have you accidentally started a delayed start timer? Follow the reset directions to reset your machine and cancel the timer
- Is your machine full of suds? You might have used too much detergent and the machine is unable to drain
- Is the drain hose kinked or clogged?
- Are the water taps still turned on?
- Check for a clogged filter
How to restart/reset/reboot your Hotpoint washer?
Looking to reset your Hotpoint washer to clear it and see if that helps get your machine started again? There really isn’t a way to reset the washing machine. What you can do instead is power cycle it: Unplug it (or turn off power at the circuit breaker), wait some time for the electrical charge to clear out of the washer (usually 1 to 5 minutes at most), and then power it up again. This is the closest you can get to a reset of the washer. A power cycle can, in rare instances, resolve your issue all by itself. Most of the time it won’t, though, and you’ll need to troubleshoot the issue you’re having in order to resolve it.
Typically, this procedure will be:
- Unplug your washer
- Wait 5 minutes
- Plug in your washer
- Did this work? If not, try to press/hold the power/start button for ten seconds or press/hold the play/pause button for ten seconds
How to clean your Hotpoint washer filter
Cutting off the water and electricity supplies
- Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle. This will limit wear on the hydraulic system inside the washing machine and help to prevent leaks.
- Unplug the washing machine when cleaning it and during all maintenance work.
Cleaning the washing machine
- The outer parts and rubber components of the appliance can be cleaned using a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm soapy water. Do not use solvents or abrasives.
- The washing machine has an auto-clean programme for its internal parts that must be run with no load in the drum. To help the wash cycle you may want to use either the detergent (i.e. a quantity of 10% of the quantity specified for lightly-soiled garments) or special additives to clean the washing machine. We recommend running a cleaning programme every 40 wash cycles. To activate the programme, press the button for 5 seconds then press START/PAUSE to start the programme, which will last roughly 70 minutes.
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer
Remove the dispenser by raising it and pulling it out. Wash it under running water; this operation should be repeated frequently.
Caring for the door and drum of your appliance
Always leave the porthole door ajar in order to prevent unpleasant odours from forming.
Cleaning the pump
The washing machine is fitted with a self-cleaning pump which does not require any maintenance. Sometimes, small items (such as coins or buttons) may fall into the pre-chamber which protects the pump, situated in its bottom part. Make sure the wash cycle has finished and unplug the appliance.
To access the pre-chamber, using a screwdriver, remove the cover panel on the lower front part of the washing machine then unscrew the lid by rotating it anticlockwise: a little water may trickle out. This is perfectly normal. Clean the inside thoroughly, screw the lid back on then reposition the panel, making sure the hooks are securely in place before you push it onto the appliance.
Checking the water inlet hose
Check the inlet hose at least once a year. If there are any cracks, it should be replaced immediately: during the wash cycles, water pressure is very strong and a cracked hose could easily split open.
