Error Code: START/RESUME LIGHT FLASHING Difficulty: Hard
Problem: The cycle was interrupted, or the door was not closed within 3 seconds of pressing the Start/Resume button.
How to Fix START/RESUME LIGHT FLASHING Error (Step-by-Step)
- This light flashes when the dishwasher thinks the door is not properly closed or the cycle was interrupted. First, try a simple reset by turning off the power to the dishwasher at your home’s circuit breaker for five minutes, then turn it back on.
- If the light continues to flash, the problem is likely a faulty door latch assembly, which prevents the dishwasher from knowing the door is securely shut.
- A professional repair is recommended as it involves working with the dishwasher’s electrical components.
- A service will disconnect the dishwasher from power and water.
- They will then remove the screws holding the inner door panel to access the latch mechanism located at the top of the door.
- The service will test the microswitches on the latch assembly for electrical continuity and replace the entire latch assembly if it is defective.
- If the latch is working correctly, the issue may be with the main electronic control board, which would also require professional diagnosis and replacement.
- 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.
Recommended Replacement Part
- W10862259
- W10906422
- W11613566
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
Recommended Dishwasher Replacement Options
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If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
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Expert: Mike Sullivan
EPA Section 608 Certified Technician with 18+ years experience.
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