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9 or 12 blinking

Display shows 9 or 12 with rapidly blinking On/Off LED — Dishwasher not responding to commands

Hotpoint · Dishwashers

What does 9 or 12 blinking mean?

The display shows '9' or '12', and the On/Off LED is blinking rapidly. This indicates that the Dishwasher is not responding to commands, possibly due to a temporary electronic issue.

Common Causes

  • The appliance does not respond to commands (general electronic issue).

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button.

  2. 2

    Switch the appliance back on after approximately one minute and try to restart the program.

  3. 3

    If the problem persists, unplug the appliance from the wall for 1 minute, then plug it back in and try again.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: Hotpoint Dishwashers
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