ANY MAKEDISHWASHER

Any make · Dishwasher

F2 error code on a dishwasher

Not draining

Water isn't draining out of the machine.

Also shown as F02

Worth repairing?

Usually free

Nearly always a blockage, so it costs nothing but time.

Can you do it yourself?

Easy

About 20 minutes

Before you start

  • Unplug it before you touch anything inside.
  • Watch for broken glass in the filter or pump.
  • If it stopped mid-wash, let hot water cool before you drain it.

What to check, in order

  1. Check the drain hose

    Behind the unit, for kinks or blockages.

  2. Clear the filter and pump

    At the bottom of the tub. Food residue and broken glass are the usual offenders.

When to call an engineer

If the hose, filter and pump are clear and water still stands in the base.

Parts people end up buying

Only if the checks above point to a part. Match it to your model number first: it's on a label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub.

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About this code

Unbranded and less common appliances don't publish one shared code list, so this page gives the most common meaning across makers. Your manual is the final word, and the model number that finds it is on a label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub.

Last reviewed September 2026.

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