Error Code: F29 Difficulty: Hard
Problem: Water in the base of the machine has been detected.
How to Fix F29 Error (Step-by-Step)
- Disconnect the dryer from the power source by unplugging it from the wall outlet.
- Turn off the water supply to the dryer. You will likely find the shut-off valve on the wall behind the machine.
- Carefully pull the dryer away from the wall to access the back panel. Disconnect the water inlet hoses from the back of the dryer. Have a towel ready to catch any residual water.
- Locate and remove the screws holding the top and back panels of the dryer in place. Set the panels and screws aside in a safe place.
- Identify the water inlet valve and the flow sensor. The inlet valve is where the hoses connect, and the flow sensor is typically located inline with the water tubing. Disconnect the wiring harnesses and any tubing attached to both components.
- Replace the old water inlet valve and flow sensor with the new parts, ensuring all connections are secure.
- Reassemble the dryer by reattaching the panels, reconnecting the water hoses, turning the water supply back on, and plugging the dryer back into the power outlet.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
What to Check Next on This Bosch Dryer
Use these checks before ordering parts for Bosch dryer F29. They keep the diagnosis tied to the appliance instead of turning the page into a reset-only guide.
- Unplug the dryer before touching the lint housing, rear vent, lower service area, or any wiring.
- Clean the lint screen, moisture sensor bars, condenser area if equipped, and the full vent path so airflow problems do not imitate part failures.
- Run a short timed cycle with a light load and note whether the fault appears immediately, after heating starts, or near the end of the cycle.
- If the fault returns with clean airflow, inspect the part categories below using the full model number from the dryer tag.
- Stop repeated test cycles if you smell heat, see moisture near electrical areas, or hear grinding from the drum drive.
Recommended Parts to Check
Bosch dryer part numbers vary by model. These are model-number-safe part-category searches, not universal fit claims.
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Dryer lint screenCommon replacement category: lint filterFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why check it: Start with lint restrictions when heating, airflow, or maintenance warnings appear.
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Dryer thermal fuseCommon replacement category: thermal protectionFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why check it: Common safety device to inspect after overheating or no-heat symptoms.
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Dryer drum beltCommon replacement category: drive systemFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why check it: Worth checking when the dryer tumbles poorly, stalls, or makes drive noise.
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Dryer moisture sensorCommon replacement category: sensor circuitFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why check it: Useful category to verify when dryness or care/maintenance messages persist.
Before ordering: match the part to the complete model number on the appliance tag.
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When It’s Better to Replace Than Repair
Dryer repairs are often worth it for small parts, but repeated heating, motor, drum, or control failures can point toward replacement.
Confirm gas vs electric, venting, voltage, doorway clearance, and laundry-space dimensions before ordering.
For repair parts, verify exact fit with the full dryer model number before buying; these links are general replacement-appliance shopping options.
- [OK]Thermal fuse or heater failures keep returning
- [OK]Belt, roller, or motor repairs exceed unit value
- [OK]Door switch or control issues stack with other faults
- [OK]Older dryer has long dry times even after vent cleaning
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