F51
Miele Unbalance Detection Fault

Unbalanced load error, drum attempts to spin but stops, spin speed not reached

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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

Severely unbalanced laundry load, Faulty motor tachogenerator signal, Defective suspension springs or shock absorbers, Control board unbalance algorithm fault

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Do not bypass safety systems. Unplug the appliance before mechanical inspection.

  • Redistribute load: Open the door, loosen tangled items, and redistribute heavy items (e.g., towels, duvets). Remove some items if the drum is overfilled.
  • Run spin only: Select a spin-only program with a smaller load to see if the machine reaches full speed.
  • Check suspension: If the machine shakes excessively, inspect the shock absorbers and suspension springs for leaks, breakage, or detachment.
  • Motor feedback: If unbalance errors occur even with small, well-distributed loads, the tachogenerator or control board may be misreading drum speed and should be tested by a technician.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Shock Absorbers
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