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Program Does Not Start

Program Does Not Start — Dryer not powering on or initiated

Miele · Tumble Dryers

What does Program Does Not Start mean?

A selected drying program fails to begin, and there is no clear error message or indication on the display.

Common Causes

  • Power plug not properly connected.
  • Dryer not switched on.
  • Door not fully closed.
  • Household fuse has tripped or a power outage occurred.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Ensure the power plug is fully connected to the electrical outlet.

  2. 2

    Switch on the tumble dryer using its power button or selector.

  3. 3

    Close the dryer door firmly until it latches securely.

  4. 4

    Check your household fuse box to see if a fuse has tripped and reset it if necessary.

  5. 5

    Confirm if there has been a power outage in your area; a running program will restart automatically once power is restored.

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