Error Code: STATUS LIGHTS FLASHING AND DISHWASHER DRAINING Difficulty: Hard
Problem: This indicates a shorted keypad.
How to Fix STATUS LIGHTS FLASHING AND DISHWASHER DRAINING Error (Step-by-Step)
- Disconnect the dishwasher from power by turning off the circuit breaker or unplugging it from the wall outlet.
- Remove the outer door panel by unscrewing the screws holding it in place, typically located on the inside edge of the door.
- Carefully detach the control panel from the door. You may need to disconnect a few wire harnesses. Take a photo of the connections before disconnecting to ensure proper reassembly.
- The main control board is usually housed in a plastic casing. Open the casing and disconnect all wire harnesses from the old control board.
- Remove the old control board and install the new one, ensuring it is securely seated. Reconnect all wire harnesses to the new board, using your photo as a guide.
- Reattach the control panel to the door, and then re-secure the outer door panel.
- Restore power to the dishwasher and run a test cycle to ensure the new control board is functioning correctly.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Recommended Parts to Check
No exact official OEM part number is listed here because the correct Electrolux dishwasher part can vary by complete model number. These are targeted part-category searches, not universal fit claims.
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Electrolux dishwasher drain pumpCommon replacement category: Drain pumpFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why this category can matter: standing-water, drain, and incomplete-cycle symptoms after filter and hose checks.
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Electrolux dishwasher water inlet valveCommon replacement category: Water inlet valveFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why this category can matter: fill or low-water symptoms after supply and float checks.
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Electrolux dishwasher control boardCommon replacement category: Electronic control boardFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why this category can matter: repeating control faults after latch, wiring, and power checks.
Before ordering: match the part to the complete Electrolux dishwasher model number on the appliance tag.
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Use this calculator when the Electrolux dishwasher still fails after the basic checks. Compare the estimated repair cost, appliance age, and replacement price before ordering parts.
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Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Browse all Electrolux error codes: Electrolux Error Codes
When It’s Better to Replace Than Repair
Dishwasher repairs can add up quickly when the pump, control, heater, or leak-related parts fail.
Confirm cabinet width, water line, drain routing, electrical connection, and panel style before ordering.
For repair parts, verify exact fit with the full dishwasher model number before buying; these links are general replacement-appliance shopping options.
- [OK]Drain pump or circulation pump failure
- [OK]Leaking tub, door, or float-switch issues
- [OK]Heater or control failures on an older unit
- [OK]Repeated poor washing or drying performance
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