E18, not draining
The pump filter behind the small flap is blocked, the drain hose is kinked, or the drain pump is worn. We clean or replace the pump on the first visit.
Siemens washers, dishwashers, ovens and hobs share much of their engineering with Bosch, and they are built to last. We repair them with genuine parts and read their error codes the same way the factory does.
Pick your Siemens appliance. Tell us what it’s doing and we’ll usually know the likely cause before we arrive.
The pump filter behind the small flap is blocked, the drain hose is kinked, or the drain pump is worn. We clean or replace the pump on the first visit.
Worn drum bearings or a loose counterweight. On older iQ machines the bearings are a common, worthwhile repair.
Water left in the drum, or a code like 5C, OE or E18. Usually a blocked filter, hose or a worn drain pump.
The anti-flood switch has tripped. We find the leak (usually a seal, hose or the sump), fix it and dry the base out properly.
Low rinse aid, a failing heater or heat pump, or a door seal that no longer closes tight.
Water left in the bottom from a blocked filter, drain hose or pump.
A failed cooling fan lets the oven overheat and trip its thermal cut-out. We replace the fan and the cut-out if needed.
A burnt-out element, thermostat or selector switch. On gas ovens, the igniter or valve.
A failed fan motor or fan element, or a thermostat reading the wrong temperature.
A cooling fan, temperature sensor or power board fault. The code tells us which zone and which part to test.
Blocked jets from spills, a wet or cracked igniter, or a faulty spark generator.
The spark is there but gas isn’t reaching the burner: jets, valve or supply.
Low gas from a leak, dusty condenser coils, a failed fan, thermostat or start relay.
We find and fix the leak first, then pull a vacuum and refill with the right gas for your fridge.
Frost on the back wall or around the fan points to a defrost heater, sensor or timer fault.
Blocked fluff filters or condenser, or a moisture sensor that needs cleaning or replacing.
A blown thermal fuse, failed heater or thermostat.
A snapped drum belt or a worn motor or idler pulley.
Siemens and Bosch share many error codes, so the code chart on this page covers both. Note the full code (for example E18 or F18) before you call.
What the display is usually telling you. Exact meanings vary by model, so treat this as a guide.
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E17 · F17 | Filling too slowlyTap, inlet filter or inlet valve. |
| E18 · F18 | Not drainingPump filter or drain hose blocked. |
| E23 | Water in the baseAnti-flood switch tripped by a leak. |
| F16 | Door not closedDoor not shut, or the lock is faulty. |
| F21 | Drum not turningDrum blocked, or a motor or board fault. |
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E15 | Water in the baseAnti-flood switch tripped by a leak. |
| E24 | Not drainingDrain hose or filter blocked. |
| E25 | Drain pump blockedSomething stuck under the pump cover. |
| E22 | Filter blockedFilters need cleaning. |
| E09 | Heating faultHeater or heat pump. |
Photos from our technicians’ recent jobs.
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Yes. We fix drain, leak, heating and wash faults on Siemens dishwashers, including E15 and E24 codes, and fit genuine Siemens parts.
Yes. We test the cooling fans, sensors, coils and power boards, then give you a clear price before any part is replaced.
The diagnosis is free. The technician finds the fault on your Siemens washing machine, tells you the full price for parts and labour, and nothing starts until you approve it.
Most bookings in Nairobi and Kiambu get a same-day visit. Common Siemens parts travel in the van, so many repairs are finished on the first visit.
We fit genuine Siemens parts wherever they are available and tell you clearly when only a compatible part exists. Every repair carries our warranty.
No. HomeFixit is an independent repair company and is not affiliated with Siemens. If your Siemens appliance is still under the manufacturer’s warranty, contact the seller first; once it is out of warranty, we can help.
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