Amana Dishwasher error code
Amana Dishwasher Error CLEAN-LIGHT-FLASHING-7-TIMES-4
Problem with the heating circuit. The dishwasher is not able to heat the water
Problem with the heating circuit. The dishwasher is not able to heat the water to the required temperature.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Turn off the power to the dishwasher at
Turn off the power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker.
- 2Remove the lower dish rack to access the
Remove the lower dish rack to access the heating element at the bottom of the tub.
- 3Disconnect the two wires attached to the heating
Disconnect the two wires attached to the heating element terminals.
A quick explanation
What does CLEAN-LIGHT-FLASHING-7-TIMES-4 mean?
Problem with the heating circuit. The dishwasher is not able to heat the water to the required temperature.
The answer you came for
How to fix Amana dishwasher error CLEAN-LIGHT-FLASHING-7-TIMES-4
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
- 1
Turn off the power to the dishwasher at
Turn off the power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker.
- 2
Remove the lower dish rack to access the
Remove the lower dish rack to access the heating element at the bottom of the tub.
- 3
Disconnect the two wires attached to the heating
Disconnect the two wires attached to the heating element terminals.
- 4
Use a multimeter to test the heating element
Use a multimeter to test the heating element (W10709444) for continuity. A reading of 10-30 ohms is normal. If there is no continuity, the element is faulty.
- 5
To replace, unscrew the plastic nuts holding the
To replace, unscrew the plastic nuts holding the element from underneath the dishwasher tub and install the new one.
- 6
Locate the high-limit thermostat (W11084153) on the bottom
Locate the high-limit thermostat (W11084153) on the bottom of the tub, disconnect it, and test for continuity. It should have continuity at room temperature. Replace if faulty.
- 7
Reconnect all components, reassemble the dishwasher, and restore
Reconnect all components, reassemble the dishwasher, and restore power and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- 8
Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes,
Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
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How to Fix CLEAN LIGHT FLASHING (7 TIMES) Error (Step-by-Step) Turn off the power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker.Remove the lower dish rack to access the heating element at the bottom of the tub.Disconnect the two wires attached to the heating element terminals.Use a multimeter to test the heating element (W10709444) for continuity. A reading of 10-30 ohms is normal. If there is no continuity, the element is faulty.To replace, unscrew the plastic nuts holding the element from underneath the dishwasher tub and install the new one.Locate the high-limit thermostat (W11084153) on the bottom of the tub, disconnect it, and test for continuity. It should have continuity at room temperature. Replace if faulty.Reconnect all components, reassemble the dishwasher, and restore power and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
What to Check Next on This Amana Dishwasher Focused repair path: dishwasher fill, drain, wash motor, heating, leak, sensor, and control checks. Do not treat a returning fault as a reset-only problem; use the point in the cycle where the fault appears to choose the next check. Disconnect power before opening panels, then confirm the door latch, float, inlet valve, drain path, and harness connections are seated. Match the timing of the failure to the likely path: fill, wash circulation, drain, heat, leak detection, or control communication. Clear debris from filters, sump areas, spray arms, and the drain loop before treating the fault as a failed board. If a part is suspected, verify voltage or continuity where appropriate and match the complete Amana dishwasher model number before ordering. Check, inspect, clean, test, measure, remove, reconnect, clear, and replace parts only when the symptom supports that path. If these checks point toward a part, verify the complete Amana model number from the appliance tag before ordering. Similar error wording can use different valves, sensors, pumps, motors, heaters, locks, switches, fans, or control boards depending on the exact model. Verified Compatible Alternatives:W11084153
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
Part listed in the current guide
OEM candidate: W10709444
Price noted in the current guide: $60-$120
Why this part is shown: It is associated with Amana Dishwasher error CLEAN-LIGHT-FLASHING-7-TIMES-4 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.
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Safety first
Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.
When to stop
- Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
- Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
- Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.
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