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F15

Heater control fault

F15 indicates a heater-control fault affecting washing or drying heat.

What this code means

F15 indicates a heater-control fault affecting washing or drying heat.

Possible causes

  • Heating element control fault
  • Relay or electronic control fault
  • Heater wiring issue

Common symptoms

  • F15 displayed
  • Water may not heat
  • Washer-dryer may fail to dry
  • Cycle may pause

Checks to make

  1. Switch off and unplug the appliance
  2. Arrange heater-control diagnosis if the code returns

Safety

  • Switch off and unplug the appliance before accessing hoses, filters or internal components. Do not bypass door locks or safety devices.

Model notes

Hotpoint specifies model limitations for some codes; F13 is washer-dryer related and F16 is associated with top-loading machines.