How to Fix Amana Dishwasher Error CONTROL LOCK LIGHT ON/FLASHING

Error Code: CONTROL LOCK LIGHT ON/FLASHING Difficulty: Easy

Problem: The control panel is locked to prevent unintended use. If a button is pressed while locked, the light will flash.

How to Fix CONTROL LOCK LIGHT ON/FLASHING Error (Step-by-Step)

1. This light means the dishwasher controls are locked to prevent accidental button presses.
2. To unlock it, find the button on the control panel that says ‘Control Lock’ or has a padlock symbol next to it.
3. Press and hold this specific button for 3 to 5 seconds.
4. The light will turn off, indicating the controls are now unlocked.
5. You should now be able to select cycles and start the dishwasher.
6. On some models, the lock function is tied to another button like ‘Heated Dry’ or ‘4-Hour Delay’. If you don’t have a dedicated ‘Control Lock’ button, try holding one of those for 3-5 seconds.
7. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.

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