F17
Miele Special Mode Configuration / EEPROM Fault

Freezer displays F17 and may not enter or exit Sabbath mode or special operating modes

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Corrupted configuration memory on control board, Faulty EEPROM chip, Interrupted firmware update, Control board hardware failure

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power before accessing electronic modules.

Steps:

  • 1. Attempt reset: Unplug the freezer for 15 minutes, then reconnect. Try to reconfigure any special modes according to the user manual.
  • 2. Check for firmware update instructions: Some Miele models allow service firmware updates via service tools; this is typically for technicians only.
  • 3. Replace control board: If F17 persists and normal operation is affected, the main control board (with EEPROM) will usually need replacement.

Note: Configuration of new boards may require service-level access to set model-specific parameters.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Main Control Board (ELU)
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