Bosch tumble dryer: error E56
Code E56 on a Bosch tumble dryer display means: humidity sensor fault.
- Meaning
- Humidity sensor fault
- Check first
- Wipe the metal humidity sensor strips in the drum (near the door) with a cloth and a little vinegar or alcohol. Residue from fabric softener disturbs the measurement.
- Repair shop
- 270–680 zł
Most common causes
- Dirty humidity sensor strips
- Damaged sensor
What you can check yourself
Turn off the dryer and take out the laundry.
Wipe the metal humidity sensor strips in the drum (near the door) with a cloth and a little vinegar or alcohol. Residue from fabric softener disturbs the measurement.
Run the cycle again. If the error comes back, report it to a repair service.
- the error keeps coming back after these checks,
- water is leaking or you smell burning,
- the appliance trips the circuit breaker.
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What does error E56 mean on a Bosch tumble dryer?
Code E56 means: humidity sensor fault. The most common causes: dirty humidity sensor strips, damaged sensor.
Can I keep using the tumble dryer with error E56?
If the error goes away after the checks above, yes. If it keeps coming back, water leaks, you smell burning or the breaker trips, stop using it and call a repair service.
Other codes: Bosch tumble dryer
- E01 / E02clogged lint filter
- E03blocked or kinked condensate drain hose
- E06heating circuit fault
- E08 / E09 / E24 / E25 / E28 / E90electronics fault
- E04the dryer is overloaded
- E16 / DRthe door is open or not closed properly during drying
- E63heating element fault
A code can mean different things on different models and years. Always check the manual or the manufacturer's support page too. Repair prices are approximate, for repair shops in Poland.