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Miele Washer Error Code F4026

Machine in anti-crease action cycle at program end.

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Machine in anti-crease action cycle at program end.

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What F4026 means on a Miele washer

F4026 on a Miele washer is not a fault code in the traditional sense. It is an informational status code indicating that the machine has entered its anti-crease action cycle at the end of a wash program. The anti-crease function is a post-wash feature built into Miele washers that periodically tumbles the drum after the main cycle has completed. This action is designed to prevent laundry from sitting stationary in the drum, which would allow creases and wrinkles to set into fabrics before they are removed and dried.

The anti-crease cycle activates automatically when the wash program finishes and the door has not been opened within a set period. The drum motor engages intermittently, rotating the load in short bursts to keep garments moving. This cycle will continue for a defined duration, typically until the user opens the door to remove the laundry. The display showing F4026 is the machine communicating its current operational state rather than reporting a component failure or system error.

No repair action is required when F4026 appears. The appropriate response is simply to open the washer door and remove the laundry. Once the door is opened and the load is taken out, the status indication will clear. If the code persists after laundry removal and the door is closed again, or if the machine fails to transition out of this state normally, further investigation into the control board or door latch assembly may be warranted.

Source: manufacturer service documentation.

Common causes of F4026

  1. 01

    Laundry left in drum after cycle completion

    Wiring / connection

    The most common reason F4026 appears is that the wash program has finished but the door has not been opened to remove the load. The anti-crease function activates automatically in this situation and displays F4026 as a status indicator.

  2. 02

    Delayed laundry retrieval

    Wiring / connection

    If the user is away or unavailable when the program ends, the machine enters the anti-crease cycle and continues displaying F4026 for an extended period. This is normal behavior and resolves when the laundry is removed.

  3. 03

    Anti-crease setting enabled in program options

    Wiring / connection

    Some Miele wash programs allow the anti-crease function to be toggled on or off. If the feature is enabled, it will activate at every cycle end. Reviewing the program settings can confirm whether this option is intentionally active.

  4. 04

    Door latch or lock not releasing properly

    Part replacement

    In rare cases, if the door interlock fails to disengage after the cycle, the user cannot open the door to remove laundry, causing the anti-crease status to persist. A faulty door latch or lock assembly would require inspection and possible replacement.

  5. 05

    Control board not transitioning out of anti-crease state

    Part replacement

    If the machine continues displaying F4026 after laundry has been removed and the door has been closed and reopened, the main control board may not be advancing program states correctly. This would require diagnostic evaluation of the board.

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Frequently asked questions about F4026

What does F4026 mean on a Miele washer?
F4026 indicates that the Miele washer has completed its wash program and is currently running the anti-crease action cycle. This is a post-wash feature that intermittently tumbles the drum to prevent wrinkles from setting in the laundry. It is a status message, not a fault or error. Opening the door and removing the laundry will clear the display.
How do I fix F4026 on my Miele washer?
No repair is needed for F4026 in most cases. Open the washer door and remove your laundry, and the status indication will clear on its own. If the door will not open or the code persists after the laundry has been removed, check the door latch assembly and consider contacting a technician to inspect the control board.
Is it safe to leave my Miele washer running with F4026 displayed?
Yes, F4026 is safe to leave running temporarily. The anti-crease cycle uses only gentle, intermittent drum tumbling and consumes minimal energy. However, leaving laundry in the drum for extended periods is not ideal for fabric care, so it is best to remove the load as soon as convenient.
Will resetting my Miele washer clear the F4026 code?
A power reset is generally not necessary to clear F4026. Simply opening the door and removing the laundry is the intended way to exit the anti-crease cycle and clear the status display. If a reset is needed due to a persistent display issue, turning the machine off at the power source for a few minutes and restarting it should clear the indication.
How much does it cost to repair a Miele washer showing F4026?
In the vast majority of cases, F4026 requires no repair and therefore no cost. If the code is caused by a faulty door latch preventing laundry removal, door lock assembly replacement on a Miele washer typically costs in the range of $80 to $200 including parts and labor. If a control board issue is diagnosed, repair or replacement costs can range from $200 to $500 or more depending on the specific model.

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