⚠️ Safety Warning: Appliance repair involves electricity, gas, and moving parts. Always disconnect power before working on any appliance.
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.
Parts Availability Note: For this Electrolux/Frigidaire error code, exact OEM part numbers can vary by model revision and serial range. We’ve listed the most likely component(s), but confirm compatibility using your full model number before ordering. If no exact SKU is shown, use this guide for diagnosis first, then verify the matching OEM part on RepairClinic or PartSelect.
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Most DIY parts are $50–$250. If you have a quote, use the total.
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Expert: Mike Sullivan
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