Hotpoint Dishwasher Flashing Lights
Identify your flashing light combination and find out what fault it indicates before calling an engineer.
🔄 Try this first — Turn the dishwasher off at the mains, leave it for 2 to 3 minutes, then turn it back on and start a new cycle. This clears many temporary faults.
Hotpoint Dishwasher Flashing Light Guide
LED 1 flashing
F01 — Anti-flood overflow fault
LED 2 flashing
F02 — Water fill solenoid valve fault
LED 1 and LED 2 flashing
F03 — Drainage fault or drain timeout
LED 3 flashing
F04 — Thermostat or temperature sensor fault
LED 2 and LED 3 flashing
F06 — Water fill timeout or water supply problem
LED 1, 2 and 3 flashing
F07 — Water turbine or flow meter fault
LED 4 flashing
F08 — Temperature timeout or heating problem
LED 1 and LED 4 flashing
F09 — Software or control module fault
LED 2 and LED 4 flashing
F10 — Heating element fault
LED 1, 2 and LED 4 flashing
F11 — Wash pump fault
LED 3 and LED 4 flashing
F12 — Communication fault between control boards
LED 1, 3 and LED 4 flashing
F13 — Main control board fault
LED 1, 2, 3 and 4 flashing
F15 — Virtual sensor fault
All LEDs flashing
Possible control board or communication error — try a full reset first
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are my dishwasher lights flashing?
Flashing lights indicate the appliance has detected a fault during operation. Use the LED combinations above to identify the fault code.
Can I reset my Hotpoint dishwasher?
Yes — turn it off at the mains for a few minutes. If the lights resume flashing, the underlying fault needs to be investigated.
Do flashing lights always mean a serious fault?
Not always — many issues can be resolved with simple checks. Select the matching guide above to find out what to do.
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