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Speed Queen Washer error code

Speed Queen Washer Error LEFT-DECIMAL-POINT-LIT

Bootloader / firmware update mode.

Bootloader / firmware update mode.

Updated Aug 18, 2026
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Speed Queen washer repair guide for error LEFT-DECIMAL-POINT-LIT
Error codeLEFT-DECIMAL-POINT-LITWasher

Try these first

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    Check 1

    Turn the washer off, wait two minutes, then turn it back on.

  2. 2
    Check 2

    Make sure the door or lid is fully closed before starting another cycle.

  3. 3
    Check 3

    Redistribute heavy items evenly around the basket before restarting.

A quick explanation

What does LEFT-DECIMAL-POINT-LIT mean?

Bootloader / firmware update mode.

The answer you came for

How to fix Speed Queen washer error LEFT-DECIMAL-POINT-LIT

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    Step 1

    1. Turn the washer off, wait two minutes, then turn it back on.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    2. Make sure the door or lid is fully closed before starting another cycle.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    3. Redistribute heavy items evenly around the basket before restarting.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    4. Check the load size and distribution, then restart a short test cycle.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    5. Inspect visible hoses, the drain path, and the inlet screens for obvious blockage.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    6. Stop using the washer if the same code returns immediately after the reset.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    7. Use the displayed symptom as the main clue: Bootloader / firmware update mode.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix Left decimal point lit Error (Step-by-Step) Confirm the display is showing exactly Left decimal point lit.Check whether the display is a status prompt, routine, or indicator rather than a failed component.If the washer will not resume normal operation, use the full model number before ordering parts or requesting service.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.Check for simple blockages (lint screen, drain path, or filter) and clean anything you find.Make sure all doors, lids, and hoses are fully closed and seated correctly.Run a short test cycle to see if the error clears. Recommended Parts to Check No exact official OEM part number is listed here because the correct Speed Queen washer part can vary by complete model number. These are targeted part-category searches, not universal fit claims. Whirlpool washer drain pump Common replacement category: Drain pump Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Speed Queen washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: drain, no-spin, or water-removal symptoms after hose and filter checks. Search Amazon for Whirlpool washer drain pump Whirlpool washer water inlet valve Common replacement category: Water inlet valve Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Speed Queen washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: fill, slow-fill, and valve-related symptoms after supply checks. Search Amazon for Whirlpool washer water inlet valve Whirlpool washer control board Common replacement category: Main control board Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Speed Queen washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: repeating control or communication faults after connector checks. Search Amazon for Whirlpool washer control board Before ordering: match the part to the complete Speed Queen washer model number on the appliance tag. Still Not Working? If the replacement part didn't fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

What may be causing it?

  • Unbalanced load
  • Overloaded basket

These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

No replacement part recommended for this code

The researched guidance for Speed Queen Washer error LEFT-DECIMAL-POINT-LIT points to user-action and diagnostic steps above rather than a mapped replacement part. We will not invent a part or send you to an unrelated product.

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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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