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Sanitized light blinking

Sanitized light blinking — Load is NOT sanitized

KitchenAid · Dishwashers

What does Sanitized light blinking mean?

A blinking Sanitized light indicates that the dishes in the load were not properly sanitized. This can happen if the cycle was interrupted in the final rinse or if the water heater temperature is set too low for effective sanitization.

Common Causes

  • Cycle interrupted in the final rinse.
  • Water heater temperature set too low (below 120ºF or 49°C).

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Ensure your home's water heater is set to at least 120ºF (49°C).

  2. 2

    Rerun the sanitizing cycle without interruption.

  3. 3

    Avoid opening the dishwasher door once the sanitizing cycle has begun.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

Blinking LEDs (Pause/Interrupted)Blinking LEDs (Start/Resume, Cycle Status) — Cycle paused or interruptedClean 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 locked
Source: KitchenAid Dishwashers
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