Miele Washer Error Code F4018

F4018 means the washer has stopped at a programmed pause point that occurs just before the spin cycle begins. This is a deliberate feature of certain Miele wash programs, particularly those designed for delicate fabrics. The machine is not broken and is waiting for user input to either proceed with spinning or end the cycle.

Yes, F4018 does not indicate a mechanical or electrical fault. The washer is operating normally and has simply paused as programmed. It is safe to press start to continue the spin or to end the cycle without spinning.

In almost all cases, F4018 does not require any parts or a service call. It is a program-level notification rather than a component failure. If the issue is persistent and you cannot resolve it through program settings, a Miele-certified technician can review the machine's saved configurations, though that scenario is uncommon.

Press the start button to resume the cycle and allow the spin to proceed. If you do not want the items spun, you can select an end-of-cycle option to drain and stop without spinning. If this pause keeps appearing on programs where you do not expect it, check the saved program settings and disable the stop-before-spin option in the program configuration menu.

A reset is not needed and will not prevent F4018 from appearing again if the selected program includes a stop before spin. The correct response is to interact with the program at the pause point by pressing start or selecting a spin option. If the stop is the result of a saved program setting, that configuration will need to be changed to prevent recurrence.