Montpellier

Montpellier Dryers Error Codes

Complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides. Use the search below to find your specific error.

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E01
Dryer will not start; display shows E01 immediately after pressing the start button.
Door Lock / Door Switch Fault
E02
Dryer stops shortly after starting or will not start; E02 displayed on control panel.
Water Tank Full / Condensate Level Fault
E03
Dryer runs briefly then stops with E03; clothes remain wet and cycle ends prematurely.
NTC Temperature Sensor Fault
E04
Dryer displays E04 and does not heat; cycle may continue with only cool air.
Overheating / Thermal Cut-Out Trip
E05
Dryer shows E05 and drum does not rotate; you may hear a relay click but no drum movement.
Motor Drive Fault
E06
Dryer stops mid-cycle with E06; drum may rotate but there is no heat.
Heater Circuit Fault
E07
Dryer displays E07 and may stop shortly after starting; sometimes accompanied by unusual noises from the drum area.
Drum Position / Rotation Sensor Fault
E08
Dryer shows E08 and does not start; sometimes accompanied by a beeping alarm.
Control Board Communication / Internal PCB Fault
E09
Dryer displays E09 and stops; may occur shortly after starting a cycle.
Moisture Sensor / Humidity Detection Fault
E10
Dryer shows E10 and may not start or may stop with little or no heat.
Ambient Temperature Sensor / Inlet NTC Fault
E11
Heat pump dryer shows E11; unit may run but not heat effectively.
Heat Pump System Low Efficiency / Refrigerant Circuit Fault
E12
Dryer shows E12 and stops; may be associated with very long drying times.
Airflow Restriction / Exhaust Duct Fault (Vented Models)
E13
Dryer displays E13 and may stop with water visible in the base tray (condensing/heat pump models).
Leak / Base Tray Float Switch Activation
E14
Dryer shows E14 and will not start; sometimes occurs after a power surge or outage.
EEPROM / Program Memory Error
E15
Dryer displays E15; drum may rotate but program does not progress correctly.
Program Selector / User Interface Fault
E16
Dryer shows E16 and stops; may be accompanied by a burning smell or tripped household breaker.
Short Circuit / Overcurrent Protection
E17
Dryer displays E17; cycle may not start or may stop unexpectedly without heating.
Mains Voltage Out of Range
E18
Dryer shows E18 and may stop with the drum full of wet clothes; often on condenser/heat pump models.
Condensate Pump Fault
E19
Dryer displays E19; may not respond correctly to control inputs.
Communication Error Between Main PCB and Display PCB
E20
Dryer shows E20 and may stop with little or no drum movement.
Motor Overload / Overheating Protection
Symptom
Dryer causes condensation or steam in the room; windows mist up during use.
Poor Room Ventilation / Exhaust Issue
Symptom
Dryer display and lights work, but pressing buttons or turning the knob has no effect.
Unresponsive Controls
Symptom
Dryer door opens during operation or does not stay closed securely.
Door Will Not Stay Closed
Symptom
Dryer door will not open at the end of the cycle; door appears stuck closed.
Door Stuck / Latch Jammed
Symptom
Dryer drum does not turn, but the machine powers on and may produce heat.
Drum Not Turning / Drive Failure
Symptom
Dryer drum light (if fitted) does not come on when the door is opened, but the dryer otherwise works.
Drum Light Failure
Symptom
Dryer emits a burning smell during operation, even though it appears to work.
Overheating / Lint on Heater
Symptom
Dryer leaks water onto the floor during or after a cycle (condenser/heat pump models).
Water Leak / Condensate Handling Issue
Symptom
Dryer leaves black or brown marks on clothes after drying.
Drum Seal / Felt Wear Causing Fabric Staining
Symptom
Dryer makes loud banging or thumping noises during operation.
Excessive Drum Noise / Mechanical Imbalance
Symptom
Dryer powers on but will not start the cycle when the start/pause button is pressed.
Won't Start Cycle / Safety Interlock Issue
Symptom
Dryer produces a high-pitched squealing or screeching sound while running.
Bearing / Idler Pulley Wear
Symptom
Dryer runs but does not heat; clothes come out cold and wet at the end of the cycle.
No Heat / Heating Failure
Symptom
Dryer runs for only a few minutes then ends the cycle with clothes still wet, no error code shown.
Moisture Sensor Misreading / Early Cycle Termination
Symptom
Dryer stops mid-cycle and all lights go off, then comes back on after cooling.
Thermal Overload Trip
Symptom
Dryer takes too long to dry clothes; cycles run to completion but laundry is still damp.
Poor Drying Performance / Extended Dry Times
Symptom
Dryer vibrates excessively or moves across the floor during operation.
Excessive Vibration / Installation Issue
Symptom
Dryer will not start at all; no lights or display when the power button is pressed.
No Power / Dead Appliance
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