Hotpoint Tumble Dryer Flashing Lights
Identify your flashing light combination and find out what fault it indicates before calling an engineer.
🔄 Try this first — Turn the tumble dryer 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 Tumble Dryer Flashing Light Guide
LED 1 flashing
F01 — Motor circuit fault
LED 3 flashing
F03 — Temperature sensor (thermistor) fault
LED 1 and LED 3 flashing
F05 — Pump fault or blocked drainage system
LED 2 and LED 3 flashing
F06 — Door lock system fault
LED 1, 2 and 3 flashing
F07 / F08 — Heating circuit or heating element fault
LED 4 flashing
F09 — Control board software or firmware fault
LED 1 and LED 5 flashing
F07 — Heating circuit wiring fault
LED 2 and LED 5 flashing
F11 — Pump circuit fault or continuity problem
LED 3 and LED 5 flashing
F12 — Communication fault between control module and display board
LED 4 and LED 5 flashing
F13 — Rear thermistor temperature sensor fault
LED 1, 4 and 5 flashing
F07 — Heating element fault
All LEDs flashing
Possible control board or communication error — try a full reset first
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are my tumble dryer 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 tumble dryer?
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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