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Residual water in the condensate container despite condensation drain installed

Residual water in the condensate container despite condensation drain installed — Normal function due to self-cleaning

Siemens · iQ800 Tumble Dryer

What does Residual water in the condensate container despite condensation drain installed mean?

Even when the dryer is connected to an optional condensation drain, some residual water may remain in the condensate container. This is a normal part of the dryer's self-cleaning function and not a fault.

Common Causes

  • The dryer's self-cleaning function requires some water to remain in the condensate container.
  • Normal operation when the condensation drain is installed.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    This is not a fault; no action is required.

  2. 2

    The dryer is functioning as designed.

  3. 3

    The self-cleaning function ensures optimal performance of the heat exchanger.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: Siemens iQ800 Tumble Dryer
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