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What does fault code F 04 mean on the Bosch washing machine display?
The appearance of an error indicates a leakage of the machine. How to fix the leak and solve the problem yourself, read below.
Troubleshooting options
To remove error F04, you need to correct the situation. If you find a puddle of water near the Bosch washing machine, follow safety precautions!
In no case do not step into the water until you turn off the power in the washer. To avoid getting an electric shock, unplug the plug from the outlet, de-energizing the machine, or turn off the electricity on the shield.
Next, turn off the water supply. To do this, turn off the tap or turn off the water supply throughout the house.
When the washing program has ended, remove the laundry from the tub. If a breakdown occurs in the middle of a program, first drain the remaining water through the drain filter. Now take out the clothes.
How to find out the cause of a leak
Before looking for the cause of the F04 error on the Bosch washing machine, take a look around. Perhaps the reason is not in the washer, but the water simply leaked to its base from other sources. Check sewers, pipes. Perhaps this is the reason that the system is giving an error.
If everything is fine, then the problem is in SM Bosch. How to fix the breakdown and remove the error F04? Look for potential leaks.
Repair by own hands
If your Bosch machine shows error F 04 on the display, you will need to check the parts and parts of the CM to solve the problem.
Tip: To quickly locate the leak, take a close look at where the leak started.
intake hose
Carefully inspect the hose for damage, cracks, which could lead to water leakage. If everything is in order, inspect the connection between the hose and the machine. There is a gasket that could wear out. Then you need to install a new gasket.
Drain filter
If you have previously unscrewed the filter, you may not have installed it tightly. A reliable sign of a filter leak is water under the washer. Unscrew it and reinstall it, screwing it tight.
Hopper and dispenser
A sign indicating problems with the dispenser will flow down the front of the Bosch washing machine. The dispenser hoppers are filled with powders and rinse aids, which means there is a chance of clogging.
What to do: pull out the dispenser until it stops, press in the middle on the locking element and pull it out of the machine. Rinse the hopper and dispenser under pressure.
It happens that a large pressure of water entering the dispenser is the cause of the leak. Turn the supply valve to reduce the pressure.
Now turn on the CM and see if the F04 error has disappeared. If the code is no longer on the scoreboard, then everything is in order.
Sunroof seal
The cuff is worn or damaged by small objects during washing. Water flows from under the hatch, a puddle forms under the SMA.
How to change it:
- Open the hatch door, pull the cuff.
- Use a screwdriver to pry off the metal clamp and pull it out.
- Remove the top panel of the Bosch washer.
- Remove the bolt that secures the inner collar of the cuff.
- Remove the clamp from the slots.
- From outside of the hatch remove a cuff together with a collar.
- Install the new element in reverse order. Video to help you:
Tank connection
After making sure that all the details are in order, you found that the error code F 04 did not disappear. A puddle forms under the car.
Maybe the filler pipe with the tank is loose. If a malfunction is detected, the nozzle must be removed and dried. When installing, put it on the glue.
It happens that the reason lies in the inlet pipe from the valve. For inspection, you need to remove the top cover of the Bosch washing machine, as shown in the photo. If necessary, install a serviceable pipe.
Tank damage
This durable element of the machine can also fail. Causes: loading things with sharp parts, small items in the pocket. If the inspection reveals a defect in the tank, it must be replaced.
Drain pump
If, when checking the pump, you find wet spots under it, the internal seals are probably worn out. Need a replacement.
To avoid leakage, inspect and clean the filters of your Bosch washing machine on time. This will help prevent the occurrence of the F04 error.
SMA must be installed correctly and evenly, monitor the quality of the connection of hoses, the strength of the connections.