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Hotpoint Washing Machine F06 — Code Meaning

Door-lock fault. The manufacturer’s UK support table covers several models. Match the exact model and complete code to its manual; this is not proof of identical meanings across every range. Dryer-system codes in this table are limited to washer-dryers.

Last updated: 21 September 2026

Quick answer

F06: Door-lock fault

SeverityNot assessed

Meaning

Door-lock fault

First safe check

Photograph the full display, including alternating characters and suffixes.

Stop if

The warning remains, the appliance is not operating normally, or the next step requires internal access.

Who to call

Contact Hotpoint support or a qualified appliance technician if the warning remains, the code is not explained in the matching manual, or any internal investigation is required.

Internal diagnosis and repair require a qualified professional. Follow only the model-approved user actions described below. Follow the model’s isolation instructions before permitted maintenance. Do not reach wet or damaged electrical parts to unplug the appliance.

What does this error code mean?

Door-lock fault.

The manufacturer’s UK support table covers several models. Match the exact model and complete code to its manual; this is not proof of identical meanings across every range. Dryer-system codes in this table are limited to washer-dryers.

The reported condition does not, by itself, establish which part needs replacement.

Why is this happening?

  1. The manufacturer describes: door-lock fault. The underlying cause requires assessment on the actual model.

Safe next steps

  1. Photograph the full display, including alternating characters and suffixes.
  2. Record the full model from accessible paperwork or an external label; do not dismantle the appliance to find it.
  3. Follow the safety-notice link in Hotpoint’s official F06 entry and check the exact model and serial number. A displayed F06 alone does not establish recall eligibility; follow the recall instructions if the checker identifies the machine.
  4. Match the source below to your exact model manual before following any code-specific instructions.
  5. If the door opens normally and the machine is stopped, check for trapped items preventing closure. Do not force or bypass the latch.
  6. If the warning persists, the model is uncertain or the next step requires internal access, stop and contact Hotpoint support or a qualified appliance technician.

Can I fix this myself?

No

Use only the external checks described here. The code alone does not justify a parts replacement.

Safety boundary: Do not remove panels, test wiring, force a locked door or bypass a protective device.

UK repair-cost context

What might professional repair cost?

These are broad planning ranges, not quotations. The exact model, confirmed fault, location, parts and provider terms can change the price.

Washing-machine engineer assessment and repair

A broad UK planning range for an out-of-warranty engineer visit and repair. The exact figure depends on the model, location, fault, parts and whether a second visit is needed.

Published repair estimate

£70 – £400

This is Checkatrade’s published estimate. Ask whether your quote includes call-out, labour, parts and VAT.

Source: Checkatrade UK appliance repair cost guide · Appliance repair overview table. VAT and call-out inclusions are not specified for this range.

Call-out fee estimate: £60 – £150. A call-out fee is not an hourly labour rate. Ask whether it is included in, credited against or added to the repair quote.

Source: Checkatrade UK appliance repair cost guide · General appliance call-out table.

Scope: Use this only after the external checks on the error-code page have not resolved the fault. It is not a price for a named component or a guaranteed quotation.

Method and sources

The displayed numerical ranges come from Checkatrade. Bosch’s call-out and labour charge excludes replacement parts; Beko’s charge depends on eligibility for its parts guarantee. These manufacturer prices provide separate booking context and do not validate the market estimate for every brand or fault. MyJobQuote provides a separate quote-based comparison, not an extra boundary for the displayed range.

  • Checkatrade UK appliance repair cost guide · checked 22 September 2026

    Source of the displayed appliance repair estimates and call-out fees, not a binding quote. The dishwasher call-out table differs from the general appliance table. The dryer detail table labels its amounts as excluding VAT.

  • MyJobQuote UK washing-machine repair cost guide · checked 22 September 2026

    Separate washing-machine quote context; does not define the bounds of the Checkatrade estimate shown here. MyJobQuote states that its pricing data uses homeowner quotes and lists call-out charges of £50–£120, which may be additional.

  • Bosch UK out-of-warranty repair pricing · checked 22 September 2026

    Bosch lists a £109 call-out and labour charge outside the M25 and £119 within the M25, including VAT, with parts charged separately. The service covers large appliances including washing machines, dishwashers and tumble dryers.

  • Beko UK 10-year parts guarantee repair pricing · checked 22 September 2026

    Eligible out-of-standard-guarantee repairs are listed at £105 for freestanding appliances and £125 for built-in appliances, including applicable taxes. Pricing is conditional on the Beko guarantee terms and is not a market-wide quote.

Last verified 22 September 2026. Confirm inclusions in writing before booking.

Compare a repair quote with replacement cost

This calculator shows the percentage only. It does not diagnose the fault or tell you to repair or replace the appliance.

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Model-level safety check

An error code cannot confirm recall status

Recall and corrective-action programmes apply to specified model or serial identifiers. Use accessible paperwork or a safely reachable rating plate; do not move or dismantle an unsafe appliance to find it.

No model-specific result is attached to this generic code page. That is not confirmation that the appliance is unaffected.

Our checker covers selected tumble-dryer notices only. Check the manufacturer and official UK safety notices for other models. No match is not a safety clearance.

What not to do

  1. Do not remove panels, test wiring, force a locked door or bypass a protective device.
  2. Do not repeatedly reset an unexplained or returning warning, or buy parts solely from this display.

When to call a technician

Contact Hotpoint support or a qualified appliance technician if the warning remains, the code is not explained in the matching manual, or any internal investigation is required.

Safety warning

Stop if there is leakage, a burning smell, unusual heat or electrical tripping. Keep clear of wet electrical connections. Do not remove panels, test wiring, force a locked door or bypass a protective device.

Useful hub links

Other Hotpoint washing machine codes

Relevant guide

Frequently asked questions

Does F06 identify a failed part?+

No. A code describes a reported condition, and the correct model documentation is needed before diagnosis.

Does this apply to every model?+

The manufacturer’s UK support table covers several models. Match the exact model and complete code to its manual; this is not proof of identical meanings across every range. Dryer-system codes in this table are limited to washer-dryers.

Sources and review status

Model dependent · Last reviewed 21 September 2026

source checked
  • Hotpoint UK washing-machine code reference

    manufacturer support · UK · checked 21 September 2026

    Door-lock fault. The manufacturer’s UK support table covers several models. Match the exact model and complete code to its manual; this is not proof of identical meanings across every range. Dryer-system codes in this table are limited to washer-dryers.