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E07
Candy E07 on tumble dryer: clogged filters blocking airflow
Risk level
Medium
Proceed carefully and stop if the check is unclear.
Urgency
Medium
Quick answer
On Candy tumble dryers, E07 (or E7 on a display and 7 LED flashes with 5-second pauses on models without a display) means the filters are clogged with fluff, preventing proper airflow. Clean both door lint filters and the lower sponge filter thoroughly before restarting the dryer.
Safety first
Stop and check this first
- Never operate the tumble dryer without all filters in place, and do not touch the metal fins behind the sponge filter frame with your bare hands to avoid injury.
- Misuse of a tumble dryer or operating it with lint build-up creates a fire hazard: always switch off and unplug the appliance before cleaning, and dispose of lint in the bin rather than down the drain.
Safe checks you can perform
- Extract and clean both door lint filters A and B
- Remove the kickplate and clean the lower sponge filter
- Check ventilation openings and reset by unplugging for 1 minute
- Authorised internal duct cleaning and airflow circuit inspection
Leave these tasks to a qualified professional
- Do not attempt this professional task: Perform internal cleaning of the air ducting and heat exchanger
- Do not attempt this professional task: Test the exhaust temperature sensor and fan circuit using genuine spares
What a technician must be able to justify
Technician visit
These are the steps they must carry out and show you. Tick them as they work: if steps are skipped, do not accept a part swap.
These are not instructions for opening or handling the equipment yourself. They are the checks that should support a technical conclusion.
Perform internal cleaning of the air ducting and heat exchanger
What they doWith the appliance unplugged from the mains supply, the authorised service engineer opens the airway housing behind the filter compartment and cleans compacted lint from the internal ducting and heat exchanger fins.
They must show youthe cleared internal airway and undamaged heat exchanger fins prior to reassembly.
In writingthe E07/E7 fault code, internal cleaning of the airway and exchanger, and verification of unrestricted airflow.
Test the exhaust temperature sensor and fan circuit using genuine spares
What they doIf E07/E7 recurs after all lint filters, the sponge filter and internal airways are clean, the authorised engineer tests the exhaust thermistor and ventilation assembly, replacing any defective part with an original Candy spare part.
They must show youthe diagnostic reading or replaced original part and a drying programme running without E07.
In writingthe test results on the ventilation circuit, any original spare part number fitted, and the service date.
Before accepting a part or repair
Nothing has been shown yet. Do not accept a part swap based on the code alone.
Follow these steps
Note: Follow the documented order. An error code identifies the affected system, but it does not prove by itself which part has failed.
Extract and clean both door lint filters A and B
- Who:
- you.
- How:
- pull the two door filters A and B upwards in sequence, open both filters, and gently remove all lint using your fingertips, a soft brush or a cloth; throw the fluff into the garbage bin rather than washing it down the drain, and if you rinse the filters with water, dry them completely before reinserting.
- Result that matters:
- restore unobstructed airflow through the door filter assembly before starting a cycle.
- If there is lint residue left inside the door filter compartment:
- vacuum out the slot before closing and repositioning filters A and B.
- If both door filters were already clean:
- move straight to removing the kickplate and cleaning the lower sponge filter.
- Evidence to keep:
- amount of fluff removed from filters A and B and confirmation that the filter slot was vacuumed clean.
Evidence: Candy CRO E H T heat pump tumble dryer user manual IT/DE/EN/ES/FR (70085346) · Candy UK frequently asked questions and appliance error codes
Remove the kickplate and clean the lower sponge filter
- Who:
- you.
- How:
- remove the bottom kickplate, turn the front cover handle anti-clockwise and pull out the cover, gently remove the sponge filter frame, separate the sponge from the frame and clean off all dust and fluff (a vacuum cleaner may be used) without touching the metal fins behind the frame with your hands; refit the sponge, frame, front cover (locking clockwise) and kickplate.
- Result that matters:
- clear the lower condenser sponge filter as specifically instructed by the manual for error E7.
- If the sponge filter was dusty or matted with fluff:
- after cleaning and locking the front cover clockwise, run a test drying cycle.
- If the sponge filter was already clean and properly seated:
- check the exterior ventilation openings and perform a 1-minute power reset.
- Evidence to keep:
- condition of the lower sponge filter and confirmation that the front cover handle is locked clockwise.
Evidence: Candy CRO E H T heat pump tumble dryer user manual IT/DE/EN/ES/FR (70085346)
Check ventilation openings and reset by unplugging for 1 minute
- Who:
- you.
- How:
- make sure the ventilation openings on the dryer and any built-in compartment are clear of obstructions; then turn off and unplug the machine from the mains socket, wait 1 minute, plug it back in, close the door and restart a programme.
- Result that matters:
- ensure adequate room airflow and clear the stored fault code after cleaning all filters.
- If the dryer runs and heats normally without showing E07 or E7:
- continue cleaning the lint filters before every drying cycle.
- If E07 or 7 LED flashes return even with clean filters and clear vents:
- switch off the dryer and contact an Authorised Customer Service Centre.
- Evidence to keep:
- whether the 1-minute unplug reset cleared E07 after filter cleaning or the code returned.
Evidence: Candy CRO E H T heat pump tumble dryer user manual IT/DE/EN/ES/FR (70085346) · Candy UK frequently asked questions and appliance error codes
Authorised internal duct cleaning and airflow circuit inspection
- Who:
- authorised Candy tumble dryer service technician.
- How:
- with the dryer switched off and unplugged from the electricity supply, the authorised engineer inspects the internal air ducts, the heat exchanger fins behind the sponge filter frame and the exhaust temperature sensing circuit.
- Result that matters:
- remove internal fluff build-up or repair a ventilation fault when E07 persists despite clean user filters.
- If fluff has accumulated deeper inside the ducting or heat exchanger:
- the engineer performs an internal clean without damaging the fins or refrigerant pipes.
- If a fan or exhaust temperature sensor fault is found:
- the engineer replaces the component with an original Candy spare part.
- Evidence to keep:
- engineer's report on internal airway cleaning and verification of normal airflow on a test cycle.
The fins behind the sponge filter frame can cause hand injury and the cabinet houses 230 V components and flammable R290 refrigerant pipes: repairs must only be carried out by an authorised service centre.
Evidence: Candy CRO E H T heat pump tumble dryer user manual IT/DE/EN/ES/FR (70085346) · Candy UK frequently asked questions and appliance error codes
Still not solved
If the error persists, stop here. See what the technician must do and show you.
Where this code applies
A code is meaningful only inside the right product and version context.
Primary scope
- System
- Appliances
- Brand
- Candy
- Product type
- Dryers
Known code variants
- Avanttia NG E07
- caldera Domusa E07 sobrecalentamiento
- Candy dryer E07
- Candy dryer E7
- Candy dryer filters clogged E7
- Candy secadora E07
- Candy secadora E7
- Candy tumble dryer 7 flashes
- Domusa boiler E07 overheating
- Domusa E 07
- Domusa error E07
- Domusa safety thermostat error
- Domusa termostato de seguridad
- E 07
- E 7
- E-07
- E-7
- E07
- E7
- Error 7
- Error E07 Domusa
- secadora Candy 7 parpadeos
- secadora Candy filtros obstruidos E7
What it means
In both Candy's official support FAQ and the CRO E H T heat pump tumble dryer user manual (70085346), error code E07 or E7 (indicated by 7 flashes of every LED followed by a 5-second pause on models without a display) means the filters are clogged with lint and fluff, restricting air circulation through the dryer. The manual notes that clogged filters lengthen drying times and can cause damage and costly cleaning operations. An E07 or E7 alert by itself does not prove that the fan, sensors or any internal part has failed.
Warnings and stop conditions
- Mediumsource verified
Never operate the tumble dryer without all filters in place, and do not touch the metal fins behind the sponge filter frame with your bare hands to avoid injury.
Evidence: Candy CRO E H T heat pump tumble dryer user manual IT/DE/EN/ES/FR (70085346)
- Highsource verified
Misuse of a tumble dryer or operating it with lint build-up creates a fire hazard: always switch off and unplug the appliance before cleaning, and dispose of lint in the bin rather than down the drain.
Evidence: Candy CRO E H T heat pump tumble dryer user manual IT/DE/EN/ES/FR (70085346)
Symptoms and causes
Probable causes · in order
- Door lint filters A and B clogged with fluffCommon
Lint and fabric fibres trapped across the two sequential filters inside the door opening block air leaving the drum and trigger error E07.
Evidence: Candy CRO E H T heat pump tumble dryer user manual IT/DE/EN/ES/FR (70085346) · Candy UK frequently asked questions and appliance error codes
- Lower sponge filter blocked by dust and lintCommon
Dust and fluff accumulated on the sponge filter behind the lower kickplate (signalled when the filter cleaning light blinks) restrict airflow across the heat pump exchanger.
Evidence: Candy CRO E H T heat pump tumble dryer user manual IT/DE/EN/ES/FR (70085346) · Candy UK frequently asked questions and appliance error codes
- Obstructed cabinet ventilation openings or internal duct restrictionLess common
Blocked external air openings on the appliance or built-in compartment, or deeper lint build-up requiring authorised service after filter cleaning, can keep airflow restricted.
Evidence: Candy CRO E H T heat pump tumble dryer user manual IT/DE/EN/ES/FR (70085346) · Candy UK frequently asked questions and appliance error codes
Virtual technician
Does E07 still appear after these checks?
Answer a few questions to narrow down the likely cause and the safest next action. Guidance only - it never replaces a professional.
Sources and technical references
- 1
Candy CRO E H T heat pump tumble dryer user manual IT/DE/EN/ES/FR (70085346)
Candy (Haier Europe) · 2025 · manual
- 2
Candy España preguntas frecuentes y códigos de error de electrodomésticos
Candy (Haier Europe) · 2026 · official_doc
- 3
Candy UK frequently asked questions and appliance error codes
Candy (Haier Europe) · 2026 · official_doc
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