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Empty container See

Empty container See  — Condensed water container full or drain hose blocked

Miele · Tumble Dryers

What does Empty container See mean?

This message ( Empty container See ) appears after a program has been interrupted, indicating that the condensed water container is full or that the drain hose is kinked or blocked.

Common Causes

  • The condensed water container is full and needs to be emptied.
  • The drain hose is kinked, preventing water from flowing out.
  • The drain hose is blocked by lint or debris.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Empty the condensed water container.

  2. 2

    Check the drain hose for any kinks or blockages and straighten it if necessary.

  3. 3

    To switch off the message, open and close the door while the dryer is switched on, or switch the dryer off and then on again.

  4. 4

    Restart the drying program.

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