Indesit Washing Machine Flashing Lights

LED 4 flashing

F01 — Electronic control board fault

LED 3 flashing

F02 — Motor circuit fault

LED 3 and LED 4 flashing

F03 — Temperature sensor fault

LED 2 flashing

F04 — Pressure switch fault

LED 2 and LED 4 flashing

F05 — Drain pump or blockage fault

LED 2 and LED 3 flashing

F06 — Door lock fault

LED 2, 3 and 4 flashing

F07 — Heating circuit fault

LED 1 flashing

F08 — Heater circuit fault

LED 1 and LED 4 flashing

F09 — Software or memory fault

LED 1 and LED 3 flashing

F10 — Pressure switch sensing fault

LED 1, 3 and 4 flashing

F11 — Pump circuit fault

LED 1 and LED 2 flashing

F12 — Communication fault between control boards

LED 1, 2 and 3 flashing

F13 — Dryer temperature sensor fault — washer dryer models only

LED 1, 2, 3 and 4 flashing

F15 — Dryer heater control fault — washer dryer models only

LED 5 flashing

F16 — Drum lock fault — top loading models only

All LEDs flashing

F18 — Internal communication fault

Why are my washing machine lights flashing?

Flashing lights indicate the machine has detected a fault during the cycle. Use the LED combinations above to identify the fault code.

Can I reset my Indesit washing machine?

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.