What F06 Means
F06 points to a fault in the humidity sensor that automatic drying programs use to decide when clothes are actually dry, rather than running on a fixed timer.
Common Causes of F06
- Failed or drifting humidity sensor
- Sensor contacts fouled by fabric softener or lint residue
🔧 One Safe Check You Can Try
You can typically still finish a load using a timed-dry setting instead of an automatic sensor-dry program while you arrange a repair.
⚠ Why You Shouldn't Go Further Than That
- A humidity sensor caked with residue can sometimes be cleaned, but confirming that's actually the cause versus a failed sensor requires inspection you may not be equipped to do safely inside the drum housing.
Opening a panel to inspect or repair something yourself doesn't automatically cancel your manufacturer's warranty — but it can risk accidental damage, and some manufacturers do have specific service conditions. Check your product's warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.