Indesit Tumble Dryer Flashing Lights Error Codes
If your Indesit tumble dryer lights are flashing, it usually means the appliance has detected a fault.
This guide explains what different flashing light combinations mean and what you can check before calling an engineer.
Try this first (Quick Reset)
- Turn the dryer off at the mains
- Leave it for 2–3 minutes
- Turn it back on and start a new cycle
This can clear temporary faults.
Indesit Tumble Dryer Flashing Light Combinations
LED 3 flashing – Indesit Tumble Dryer F02 – Motor or tachometer fault
LED 2 flashing – Indesit Tumble Dryer F03 – Temperature sensor fault
LED 2 and LED 4 flashing – Indesit Tumble Dryer F05 – Pump or drainage fault
LED 2 and LED 3 flashing – Indesit Tumble Dryer F06 – Door lock fault
LED 2, 3 and 4 flashing – Indesit Tumble Dryer F07 – Heater relay circuit fault
LED 1 flashing – Indesit Tumble Dryer F08 – Heater element or heater circuit fault
LED 1 and LED 4 flashing – Indesit Tumble Dryer F09 – Control board software fault
LED 1 and LED 2 flashing – Indesit Tumble Dryer F12 – Communication fault between control boards
LED 1, 2 and LED 4 flashing – Indesit Tumble Dryer F13 – Dryer temperature sensor fault
LED 1, 2, 3 and 4 flashing – Indesit Tumble Dryer F15 – Heater control fault
What To Do If Your Indesit Tumble Dryer Lights Are Flashing
If the lights continue to flash after resetting the dryer, use the combinations above to identify the fault and follow the full guide for that error code.
These guides explain the likely causes and checks you can carry out.
Common issues linked to flashing lights include:
- Dryer not heating
- Dryer not spinning
- Clothes not drying properly
- Dryer stopping mid-cycle
These problems are often connected to the fault codes above.
Why are my tumble dryer lights flashing?
Flashing lights indicate the dryer has detected a fault during the cycle.
Can I reset my Indesit tumble dryer?
Yes -turning it off at the mains for a few minutes can clear temporary faults.
Do flashing lights always mean a serious fault?
Not always – many issues can be resolved with simple checks.
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