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H, 6 blinking

Display shows H, 6 with rapidly blinking On/Off LED — Dishwasher not filling water

Hotpoint · Dishwashers

What does H, 6 blinking mean?

The display shows 'H' and '6' with the On/Off LED rapidly blinking. This signals that the Dishwasher is not receiving water, often due to a problem with the water supply or inlet hose.

Common Causes

  • No water in the water supply or the tap is closed.
  • The inlet hose is bent.
  • The sieve in the water inlet hose is clogged.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Ensure there is water in your home's water supply and that the water tap connected to the Dishwasher is fully open.

  2. 2

    Check that the inlet hose is not bent or kinked (refer to INSTALLATION).

  3. 3

    Clean the sieve (filter) located in the water inlet hose.

  4. 4

    After carrying out checks and cleaning, turn off and turn on the Dishwasher, then restart a new program.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: Hotpoint Dishwashers
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