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Electrolux Dishwasher lights flashing or blinking

If your Electrolux dishwasher lights are flashing or blinking, the machine is usually telling you it is not seeing the condition it expects during the cycle. The most likely cause is a failed heating element or heating element assembly, since the control panel may start flashing error lights when the water does not reach the right temperature in time. Next, check the water inlet valve, because restricted or failed valve solenoids can keep the dishwasher from filling properly and trigger dishwasher lights blinking symptoms. A bad door latch or failed micro switch is another common reason an Electrolux dishwasher is blinking and not starting or stops with flashing lights, since the control needs proof the door is securely closed. If those parts test good, the issue may be in the control board or main control board, especially if the dishwasher lights flashing problem happens randomly or power is not being sent to key components. Testing continuity with a multimeter is often the fastest way to narrow it down. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact Electrolux replacement part that fits your dishwasher.

01 - Electrolux Dishwasher Heating Element

The heating element heats up the water to operating temperature. If the water doesn’t reach the proper temperature after a set amount of time, a light on the control panel might start flashing. To determine if the heating element has burned out, use a multimeter to test it for continuity. If the heating element does not have continuity, replace it.
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02 - Electrolux Dishwasher Heating Element Assembly

The heating element assembly heats up the water to operating temperature. If the water doesn’t reach the correct temperature after a set amount of time, a light on the control panel might start flashing. To determine if the heating element assembly has burned out, use a multimeter to test the heating element for continuity.
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03 - Electrolux Dishwasher Water Inlet Valve

If the dishwasher lights are flashing or blinking, the cause could be a faulty water inlet valve. You can use a multimeter to test the valve's solenoids for electrical continuity to help determine if the component is functioning properly or not.
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04 - Electrolux Dishwasher Door Latch

A dishwasher's lights flashing or blinking could indicate a problem with a micro switch inside the door latch assembly. To determine if the micro switch is at fault, use a multimeter to test the switch for continuity. If the switch does not have continuity, replace it or the entire latch assembly.
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05 - Electrolux Dishwasher Control Board

The control board provides power to nearly every component of the dishwasher. It's possible that the board has shorted and is causing the lights to flash or blink unexpectedly. Check the owner’s manual for possible fault codes as one of the components may have failed. If the control board is not sending power to one of the components, it's likely the control board is at fault and will need to be replaced.
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06 - Electrolux Dishwasher Main Control Board

The main control board provides power to nearly every component of the dishwasher. It's possible that the board has shorted and is causing the lights to flash or blink. Check the owner’s manual for possible fault codes as one of the components may have failed. If the control board is not sending power to one of the components, it's likely the main control board is at fault and will need to be replaced.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Why are the lights flashing or blinking on my Electrolux dishwasher?
Can a bad heating element cause my Electrolux dishwasher lights to blink?
How do I know if the door latch is causing my Electrolux dishwasher to blink and not start?
Could a faulty water inlet valve make my Electrolux dishwasher lights flash?
How do I find the right Electrolux dishwasher part for flashing light problems?

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