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Blinking LEDs (Pause/Interrupted)

Blinking LEDs (Start/Resume, Cycle Status) — Cycle paused or interrupted

KitchenAid · Dishwashers

What does Blinking LEDs (Pause/Interrupted) mean?

If the dishwasher door is opened during a cycle for any reason, or if the cycle is manually paused, the Start/Resume button LED, Cycle Status Indicator LED(s), and countdown bars will blink to indicate the cycle needs attention to resume.

Common Causes

  • Cycle paused by user.
  • Door opened during an active cycle.
  • Power interrupted during a cycle.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Close the dishwasher door firmly.

  2. 2

    Press the START/RESUME button to resume the cycle.

  3. 3

    Ensure the door is fully latched after closing.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

Clean LED not on / No waterClean LED not on and cycle ends — Dishwasher did not fill with waterClean/Complete LED blinks 4 timesClean/Complete LED blinks 4 times with pause — Error detected, controls lockedControl Lock light flashes 3 timesControl Lock light flashes 3 times — Buttons pressed while controls are locked
Source: KitchenAid Dishwashers
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