Miele
Waste Container Presence / Counter Fault
Display shows 'Empty waste container' even when container is empty and reinserted
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Possible Causes
Dirty or blocked waste container sensor, misaligned container, faulty microswitch or optical sensor, brew counter not resetting
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
User-level steps:
- Remove the waste container and clean it thoroughly, including any tabs or fins that interact with sensors.
- Clean the area inside the machine where the container slides in.
- Reinsert the container firmly until it clicks.
Technical inspection:
- Check the waste container presence microswitch or optical sensor for coffee residue; clean carefully.
- Test the sensor with a multimeter and replace if faulty.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Waste Container Sensor / Microswitch
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