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The "clean" light is blinking - so the dishwasher isn't working.

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Hi

Please check if the clean light is blinking 7 times. If yes then please reset the power to the dishwasher. After, 5 minutes check if you are still getting the same error. If yes, then it is a water heating fault. To resolve this error try pressing this reset sequence-- Heat Dry - Normal - Heat Dry - Normal or High Temp - Air Dry - High Temp - Air Dry.

If this doesn’t work then it’s an issue with the heater circuit, door switch, wash pump not pumping the water past the heater efficiently or due to lack of water to heat. Please make sure that heater is not open circuited and is heating the water efficiently. If heater is fine then make sure water pressure is optimum and fill valve is working fine.

Please post back for further assistance.

Daniel

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 11, 2009

SOURCE: Dishwasher will not work

This usually means a couple of things there could be a heater problem, water valve , or pump problem.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 05, 2009

SOURCE: Dishwasher Clean light blinks constantly.

Try turning off the power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker box. leave the power off for 5 10 mins and then turn breaker back on and try to restart dishwasher. This may reset the board and it may work

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jun 11, 2009

SOURCE: Clean light blinks, dishwasher won't start,

turn the power off at the breaker for 10 minutes and check it then.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on May 07, 2010

SOURCE: Kenmore dishwasher model #665.17034401 --- Clean light blinks

The blinking clean light is an interruption in the dishwasher program that indicates a component malfunction, or it can be a result of a momentary program glitch. If a component is defective, it's usually attributed to the heating cycle or thermostat failure. The following link explains how you may be able to clear the blinking clean light problem and possibly avoid a service call:

http://www.fixya.com/support/r3575752-dishwasher_blinking_clean_light

Keep in mind all dishwashers are not alike and have different panel options. If you do not have the same set up that I have mentioned, the tech sheet for your dishwasher will explain the touch pad functions. The tech sheet is located behind the lower toe panel under the door and lists the proper sequence of buttons to push for diagnostics and troubleshooting. Just remove the screws that hold the panel in place and remove.

NOTE: Sometimes the tech sheet is located behind the inner door panel. You will need to remove the screws securing the inner panel to access it if this is the case. Make sure you turn off the main power breaker before doing so.

In many cases, I found this to be a momentary glitch in operation. If the problem keeps reoccuring the number of flashes is an indication of WHICH circuit is causing your problem. As all dishwashers differ in operation and features, refer to your tech sheet for the recommended troubleshooting steps.

NOTE: Some dishwashers use the Sani-Rinse/Air Dry combination, some use the Sani-Rinse/Heated Dry combination. Some use a sequence of three, others use a sequence of 5 pushes of the buttons. If the tech sheet is not located behind the lower toe panel, it should be affixed somewhere under the dishwasher. I have also found them located inside the inner door panel. Let me know if you still need assistance.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on May 07, 2010

SOURCE: Kenmore Dishwasher clean light blinks

Hi,
This is due to a problem with heating of the water. I have put together some instructions on what to do and how to reset the control so you can use the dishwasher. Follow the link below and let me know if it works for you.

http://www.fixya.com/support/r4628906-flashing_or_blinking_green_clean_light_7

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