F08
Temperature timeout fault
The dishwasher has taken too long to reach the required water temperature.
What this code means
The dishwasher has taken too long to reach the required water temperature.
Possible causes
- Heating element fault
- Temperature sensor problem
- Excessive limescale
- Poor heater electrical connection
- Excess suds
Common symptoms
- F08 displayed
- Cycle may run too long or stop during heating
Checks to make
- Check for excessive foam and limescale symptoms
- Arrange heater and temperature-sensor diagnosis
Safety
- Disconnect electrical power before accessing filters, the sump or internal parts. Turn off the water supply if leakage or overflow is suspected.
Model notes
Hotpoint publishes these as common dishwasher error codes.