What F10 actually means
The main control board has a fault in the circuit that powers the door lock, so the machine won't run.
F10 is a short circuit in the door lock triac — the switching device on the control board that sends power to the door interlock. Because the board can no longer control the lock properly, it refuses to start a programme, and the door may stay locked or the cycle may stop part-way. The documented remedy is replacement of the control card, not the door lock itself.
What F10 looks like on a Beko washing machine
Most people find this page having searched for what the machine is doing rather than the code itself. On a Beko washing machine, F10 usually shows up as one or more of these:
- Machine door won't open
- Door won't lock or click shut
- Door lock light flashing
- Door stuck shut with the load inside
- Won't start even with the door closed
- Overfilling, or won't stop filling
- Stops with water still inside
- Fills and drains over and over
Recognise any of those? That is this fault, and the rest of this page explains what causes it and what you can check yourself.
What usually causes it
- A failed switching device on the main control board
- Door lock stuck or the door not shutting fully, keeping the lock circuit engaged
- Damaged or loose wiring between the board and the door interlock
- A power surge or moisture reaching the board
What you can safely check yourself
Work through these in order. Anything beyond this — panels off, testing parts, anything to do with the wiring — is an engineer's job, and not one to attempt with the machine plugged in.
- Turn the machine off at the wall for a minute, then switch it back on and try a short programme.
- Check nothing is trapped in the door seal and the door shuts with a firm click — an overfilled drum pushing on the door is a common culprit.
- Make sure the door isn't sagging or catching on the frame when you close it.
Which Beko models show F10
F10 means the same thing on all 23 of these models. If yours is not listed, the explanation above still applies — the code is set by the control board, not the model number.
7106341200 · 7106641100 · 7110841200 · 7110841300 · 7110841400 · 7110841600 · 7110842400 · 7110842700 · 7110843500 · 7110843600 · 7113842700 · 7122941100 · 7129941100 · 7142781200 · 7150281500 · 7152741100 · 7155141100 · 7161281100 · 7174181700 · 7177020200 · 7178381600 · 7178482200 · 7178482300
Common questions about Beko F10
What does F10 mean on a Beko washing machine?
The main control board has a fault in the circuit that powers the door lock, so the machine won't run. F10 is a short circuit in the door lock triac — the switching device on the control board that sends power to the door interlock. Because the board can no longer control the lock properly, it refuses to start a programme, and the door may stay locked or the cycle may stop part-way. The documented remedy is replacement of the control card, not the door lock itself.
Can I fix Beko F10 myself?
There are 3 checks you can safely do yourself first.
- Turn the machine off at the wall for a minute, then switch it back on and try a short programme.
- Check nothing is trapped in the door seal and the door shuts with a firm click — an overfilled drum pushing on the door is a common culprit.
- Make sure the door isn't sagging or catching on the frame when you close it.
This one usually needs an engineer once you have tried them.
How much does it cost to repair Beko F10?
£66 including VAT for an engineer to come out and diagnose it, or £84 in total including VAT if it is put right on the visit and no parts are needed. Any parts needed are quoted on site before we fit them — you decide. Every repair carries a 90-day workmanship guarantee.
Tried the checks and it's still showing F10?
This one usually needs an engineer once you have tried the checks above. Then it wants someone who can open it up.
What it costs, before you call: the price is the same whatever the fault turns out to be — £66 including VAT for an engineer to come out and diagnose it, or £84 in total including VAT if it is put right on the visit and no parts are needed. Any parts needed are quoted on site before we fit them — you decide. Every repair carries a 90-day workmanship guarantee.
Our own engineers, not a call centre. We cover Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Leicestershire — most washing machine faults are seen same day or next day.
Call 0115 648 0929 Book online — postcode and number is all we need
Outside our area? The explanation above still stands — take it to a local engineer and tell them the code. Knowing it saves them time and you money.
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What this looks like when it happens
- washing machine door will not open
- washing machine will not turn on
- washing machine tripping the electrics
- washing machine beeping or bleeping