CONDENSER PUMP FAIL
Miele · Miele TXD 160 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer
The condensate pump that removes collected water has failed. On dryers set up for external drain, water will overflow the internal reservoir. Check the pump motor. Clean the pump intake filter. Pump failure causes the dryer to stop mid-cycle with a "container full" or F20 message.
Error CONDENSER PUMP FAIL on the Miele Miele TXD 160 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer means: Condensate Pump Failure. The top-ranked community fix is “Test and Replace the Condensate Pump Motor” (medium difficulty, ~45 min, DIY cost: $10-$20). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.
Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · dryer
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While many dryer repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:
Average professional repair cost for this issue: $150-$220.
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Drum Support Bearing Worn
Drive Belt Broken or Stretched
NTC1 Temperature Sensor — Short Circuit
NTC1 Temperature Sensor — Open Circuit
NTC2 Temperature Sensor — Short Circuit
NTC2 Temperature Sensor — Open Circuit
Condenser Unit Blocked — Airflow Restricted
The Miele Miele TXD 160 WP T1 Heat Pump Dryer has 8 other known error codes:
Error code CONDENSER PUMP FAIL also appears on 1 other Miele model:
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