Washer lights flashing or blinking

If your washer lights are flashing or blinking, the most likely cause is a recent power outage. The display may show a code such as PO or PF, and turning the washer's circuit breaker off for a few minutes, then back on, may reset it. If the problem continues, check the fault codes shown on the control panel and compare them with the owner's manual or a reliable washer repair reference. The code can point to a specific problem instead of a simple reset. A power surge or temporary electronic glitch is another common cause, so unplug the washing machine for several minutes or switch off its breaker before restoring power. If the washer lights keep flashing after these steps, the user interface board, main control board, control panel, wire harness, or ribbon cable may need testing. Enter your washing machine's model number to find the exact replacement part for your specific washer. Repair Clinic carries parts for many brands, including Whirlpool, Maytag, GE, Samsung, LG, Frigidaire, Kenmore, Amana, and more.

01 - Power outage reset

After a power outage the washer display may beep and/or flash a code like PO for power outage or PF for power failure. Try turning the breaker off for a few minutes then back on to reset the washer or refer to the owner's manual for specific resetting information.

Highly Likely

02 - Check Fault Codes

When a washer's control panel lights are flashing or blinking, a fault code will usually be displayed to help diagnose the issue. Refer to the owner's manual or do an on-line seach for fault code designations and possible solutions.

Common

03 - Power reset

After a power surge or power outage, washer operation could be temporarily affected. Full operation can sometimes be restored through a power reset by either unplugging the appliance's power cord for a few minutes and then plugging it back in or switching off the circuit breaker for the washer then switching it back on.

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